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Aquatic Escapes – Tampa 

5.0/5 (13 reviews)
 5108 West Gandy Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33611, United States

Aquatic Escapes – Tampa 

5.0/5 (13 reviews)
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5108 West Gandy Boulevard
Tampa, FL, United States
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Have a great fishing experience with Aquatic Escapes on the rich and beautiful waters of Tampa Bay. Captain Jarrod Wallach is a second-generation captain who’ll make sure you have an unforgettable journey. Come to Tampa, Florida and enjoy fishing inshore and nearshore while exploring reefs, wrecks, flats, as well as the backcountry.

Captain Jarrod and you will use his 25’ Sportsman bay boat that runs on a Yamaha 250 HP engine. The boat can sit up to 6 guests and enables them all to fish at the same time. This changes only when you fish Tarpon and Shark, meaning only 2 people can fish simultaneously. The boat has quality navigation electronics and is rigged with snorkeling equipment and a livewell. It features a multimedia system, wireless trolling motor, and 2 Yeti coolers. There will even be a first mate on board.

Many interesting spots await you inshore, such as the flats, mangroves, docks, bridges, and rock piles in Tampa Bay. You can chase many different species here, such as Redfish, Snook, Snapper, Tripletail, Flounder, and Spanish Mackerel. You’ll be using light tackle and fish by trolling, spinning, jigging, popping, bottom fishing, and drift fishing. Kids are welcome if they are 6 or older. You’re free to keep your catch and take it home.

Captain Jarrod will provide you with all the gear and licenses, as well as clean and fillet your fish. The crew will highly appreciate tips. Note that the first mate joins in to help beginners and that he works for tips. You’ll only need to pack some food and drinks before you leave.

If you have a large party, Captain Jarrod and the local captains can organize a large trip with multiple boats. They can even create a small tournament for you!

Lots of excitement awaits you with Aquatic Escapes. Hop aboard and have fun!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 13 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (17)

Great Charter!
Great Charter!
Great Charter!
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Angler rating

9
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

69%

Caught fish

88%

Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews
Showing: 5 of 13 reviews
Jeni S.
Jeni S.

Lithia, Florida

5.0/5

Sep 6, 2025

Offshore Fishing – Full Day

Big fish, good vibes, unforgettable memories.

NEW

We had an absolutely amazing experience with Aquatic Escapes and Captain Jarrod Wallach! From start to finish, the trip was smooth, fun, and unforgettable. Captain Jarrod really knows his stuff—he put us right on the fish and made sure everyone on board had a great time, whether you were an experienced angler or brand new to fishing. The boat was clean, comfortable, and well-stocked with everything we needed. Jarrod’s energy and knowledge of the water made the whole day exciting, and his patience and sense of humor kept everyone relaxed and having fun. We caught plenty of fish and came away with memories that will last a lifetime. If you’re looking for an all-day fishing charter that’s both professional and personal, I can’t recommend Aquatic Escapes and Captain Jarrod enough. We’ll definitely be booking again!

We had an absolutely amazing experience with Aquatic Escapes and Captain Jarrod Wallach! From start to finish, the trip was smooth,...  

 Jeni S. recommends Aquatic Escapes – Tampa

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 Jeni S. recommends Aquatic Escapes – Tampa

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Vuong D.
Vuong D.

Zephyrhills, Florida

5.0/5

Sep 5, 2025

September fishing trip

NEW

Great service and communication. The man was hilarious which was a welcoming plus!

Great service and communication. The man was hilarious which was a welcoming plus!  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 5, 2025
Glad you had a great time! Also it's nice to know I have a backup career as a comedian LOL.

David N.
David N.
5.0/5

Apr 27, 2024

Spring Kingfish – 6 Hour Trip

Great Charter!

VERIFIED

Captain Jarrod and First Mate Aiden were terrific and very knowledgeable about the waters and regional species of fish. The day of our trip was very windy and the rough waters kept us closer inshore than planned but Jarrod quickly adapted to the conditions and put us on Spanish Mackerel, Snook, Ladyfish and we even caught a very large puffer! We had a great time all around and highly recommend Aquatic Escapes

Captain Jarrod and First Mate Aiden were terrific and very knowledgeable about the waters and regional species of fish. The day...  

Captain replied
 David N. recommends Aquatic Escapes – Tampa

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 David N. recommends Aquatic Escapes – Tampa

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 27, 2024
So glad you had a great time! It was wonderful chatting with you about my old New York stomping ground.
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FishingBooker Member

Ronkonkoma, New York

5.0/5

Jul 20, 2021

Inshore Fishing – 5 Hour Trip

Great time with great people

Took my Brother and Sister In-Laws on this trip. They have never caught so my fish before on any other trip they have been on. lol they don't fish as much as I do. But I loved this new boat, and we had enough drinks and food to last the whole day! The fish we took home and cooked some of it that night. So, so good! The rest of the fish we froze it! Awesome trip, I'll be going again soon

Took my Brother and Sister In-Laws on this trip. They have never caught so my fish before on any other trip they have been on....  

 FishingBooker Member recommends Aquatic Escapes – Tampa

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Dominique G.
Dominique G.

Goose Creek, SC

5.0/5

Apr 4, 2021

Inshore Fishing – 4 Hour Trip

Just BOOK IT!

VERIFIED

If you're reading this looking for reasons ... let me save you the trouble; Stop now and hit Book now! You won't be disappointed. We just did a 4hr trip and it was amazing. Captain Jerrod was great! He Knows his stuff. We had a really great time! Highly recommended 👌

If you're reading this looking for reasons ... let me save you the trouble; Stop now and hit Book now! You won't be disappointed....  

Captain replied
 Dominique G. recommends Aquatic Escapes – Tampa

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 6, 2021
Glad to have y'all on the boat, it was a blast! Thanks for the great review. Hope to see y'all again soon!
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 13 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (17)

Great Charter!
Great Charter!
Great Charter!
+14

Angler rating

9
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

69%

Caught fish

88%

Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews
Showing: 5 of 13 reviews
Jeni S.
Jeni S.

Lithia, Florida

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Big fish, good vibes, unforgettable memories.

NEW

Offshore Fishing – Full Day on September 6, 2025

We had an absolutely amazing experience with Aquatic Escapes and Captain Jarrod Wallach! From start to finish, the trip was smooth, fun, and unforgettable. Captain Jarrod really knows his stuff—he put us right on the fish and made sure everyone on board had a great time, whether you were an experienced angler or brand new to fishing. The boat was clean, comfortable, and well-stocked with everything we needed. Jarrod’s energy and knowledge of the water made the whole day exciting, and his patience and sense of humor kept everyone relaxed and having fun. We caught plenty of fish and came away with memories that will last a lifetime. If you’re looking for an all-day fishing charter that’s both professional and personal, I can’t recommend Aquatic Escapes and Captain Jarrod enough. We’ll definitely be booking again!

We had an absolutely amazing experience with Aquatic Escapes and Captain Jarrod Wallach! From start to finish, the trip was smooth, fun, and unforgettable. Captain Jarrod really knows his stuff—he put us right on the fish and made sure everyone on board had a great time, whether you were an experienced angler or brand new to fishing. The boat was clean, comfortable, and well-stocked with everything we needed. Jarrod’s energy and knowledge of the water made the whole day exciting, and his patience...  

 Jeni S. recommends Aquatic Escapes – Tampa

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Vuong D.
Vuong D.

Zephyrhills, Florida

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

September fishing trip

NEW

on September 5, 2025

Great service and communication. The man was hilarious which was a welcoming plus!

Great service and communication. The man was hilarious which was a welcoming plus!  

 Vuong D. recommends Aquatic Escapes – Tampa

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 5, 2025
Glad you had a great time! Also it's nice to know I have a backup career as a comedian LOL.

David N.
David N.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Charter!

VERIFIED

Spring Kingfish – 6 Hour Trip on April 27, 2024

Captain Jarrod and First Mate Aiden were terrific and very knowledgeable about the waters and regional species of fish. The day of our trip was very windy and the rough waters kept us closer inshore than planned but Jarrod quickly adapted to the conditions and put us on Spanish Mackerel, Snook, Ladyfish and we even caught a very large puffer! We had a great time all around and highly recommend Aquatic Escapes

Captain Jarrod and First Mate Aiden were terrific and very knowledgeable about the waters and regional species of fish. The day of our trip was very windy and the rough waters kept us closer inshore than planned but Jarrod quickly adapted to the conditions and put us on Spanish Mackerel, Snook, Ladyfish and we even caught a very large puffer! We had a great time all around and highly recommend Aquatic Escapes  

 David N. recommends Aquatic Escapes – Tampa

Mark review as helpful

undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 27, 2024
So glad you had a great time! It was wonderful chatting with you about my old New York stomping ground.
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FishingBooker Member
FishingBooker Member

Ronkonkoma, New York

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great time with great people

Inshore Fishing – 5 Hour Trip on July 20, 2021

Took my Brother and Sister In-Laws on this trip. They have never caught so my fish before on any other trip they have been on. lol they don't fish as much as I do. But I loved this new boat, and we had enough drinks and food to last the whole day! The fish we took home and cooked some of it that night. So, so good! The rest of the fish we froze it! Awesome trip, I'll be going again soon

Took my Brother and Sister In-Laws on this trip. They have never caught so my fish before on any other trip they have been on. lol they don't fish as much as I do. But I loved this new boat, and we had enough drinks and food to last the whole day! The fish we took home and cooked some of it that night. So, so good! The rest of the fish we froze it! Awesome trip, I'll be going again soon  

 FishingBooker Member recommends Aquatic Escapes – Tampa

Mark review as helpful


Dominique G.
Dominique G.

Goose Creek, SC

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Just BOOK IT!

VERIFIED

Inshore Fishing – 4 Hour Trip on April 4, 2021

If you're reading this looking for reasons ... let me save you the trouble; Stop now and hit Book now! You won't be disappointed. We just did a 4hr trip and it was amazing. Captain Jerrod was great! He Knows his stuff. We had a really great time! Highly recommended 👌

If you're reading this looking for reasons ... let me save you the trouble; Stop now and hit Book now! You won't be disappointed. We just did a 4hr trip and it was amazing. Captain Jerrod was great! He Knows his stuff. We had a really great time! Highly recommended 👌  

 Dominique G. recommends Aquatic Escapes – Tampa

Mark review as helpful

undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 6, 2021
Glad to have y'all on the boat, it was a blast! Thanks for the great review. Hope to see y'all again soon!
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FAQs about Aquatic Escapes – Tampa

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Sportsman
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots
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