HammerTime Saltwater Adventures welcomes you aboard! Join Captain Paul, who’s been fishing for 45 years, 25 of which he’s been guiding people. He started at the Great Lakes, where he grew up, and moved to Florida for its diversity and amazing year-round opportunities. Being a former educator, Capt. Paul loves to teach adults & kids new tactics and methods while creating lifelong memories along the way.

It all starts on a 24’ Key West boat that accommodates up to 4 guests. This hybrid bay boat is perfect for the local waters and offers a safe and reliable ride no matter where you go. Powered by a 200 HP Yamaha engine and reaches the maximum speed of 40 knots. The boat features navigational electronics, 2 live bait tanks, and a wireless trolling engine. Boat safety, organization, and a tidy deck are your captain’s priorities.

It’s hard to point a finger on just one specialty of Capt. Paul. He specializes in variety, as he does his best to stay knowledgeable with various species and techniques and is considered to be one of the area's top guides. He works hard to put you on fish and you can catch all kinds of species on this trip. Some of them are Redfish, Snook, Barracuda, Amberjack, Cobia, Kingfish, and many more.  If conditions are right, you are guaranteed to catch fish!

All fishing equipment and licenses are included in the price. The captain lets you keep the catch and he’ll also clean it free of charge. You only need to pack your snacks, drinks, and sun protection.

HammerTime Saltwater Adventures ensures a great time on the water for the whole family or group of friends. You just need to pick a date, confirm it, and show up on time. Let's go make some memories!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $650
    Inshore fishing the flats of Lemon Bay or Boca Grande areas for Sheepshead, Redfish, Trout, Snook, Mangrove Snapper, and more using live baits and artificials if desired.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $675
    Nearshore fishing in the Gulf within view of shore. Spend the day primarily targeting Snapper, Grunts, Grouper, Sheepshead, Porgy with possibilities to catch barracuda, cobia, shark, mackerel and more. Family & kids friendly. Come catch your dinner today!! Ask me about our "Fresh Catch & Cook" local partner restaurants who can prepare your fresh catch for you!
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip โ€“ Shark
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $700
    Shark fishing when in season! Various species include Blacktip, Bull, Hammerhead, Spinner, Sand Bar, and more. Let the captain know you want to start this adventure, as even night time fishing is an option.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip โ€“ Tarpon
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Jul 15
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $750
    Spend this half day trip targeting the Silver King. You'll cruise the beaches, sight fishing for Tarpon. Make sure to bring polarized sunglasses, so you can easily spot your target. All fishing equipment is included in the price.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $850
    Inshore fishing the flats of Lemon Bay or Boca Grande areas for Snook, Redfish, Speckled Trout, Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper and more using live baits and artificials if desired.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $900
    Nearshore fishing in the Gulf within view of shore. Spend the day primarily targeting Snapper, Grunts, Grouper, Sheepshead, Porgy with possibilities to catch barracuda, cobia, shark, mackerel and more. Family & kids friendly. Come catch your dinner today!! Ask me about our "Fresh Catch & Cook" local partner restaurants who can prepare your fresh catch for you!
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip โ€“ Tarpon
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Jul 15
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $1,000
    This 6-hour adventure will take you Tarpon fishing. You'll be cruising the beaches for sight fishing for pods of tarpon. You can also go to Boca Grande spots as well. All fishing equipment is included in the price.
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VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore on February 26, 2024
Great trip for inexperienced anglers. We tightline fished for hours and had an amazing time! Paul knows when to stay, and knows...
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Great captain and a great catch

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore on July 16, 2024
Captain Paul kept us on the fish for the whole trip, Iโ€™m not talking about a fish every now and then, I mean a fish just...
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VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore on June 26, 2024
We had a great time! Cpt Paul is very knowledgeable and will put you on fish. You can tell fishing is his passion and cares...
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Joe B.
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Fast action all day

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore on February 10, 2024
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VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore on July 13, 2023
Captain Paul was amazing! The first spot he took us to had so many fish. My 8 year old son was catching them left and right...
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FAQs about HammerTime Saltwater Adventures

HammerTime Saltwater Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group - 4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $675 per group - 4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip โ€“ Shark (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Trip โ€“ Tarpon (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 6 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 6 Hour Trip โ€“ Tarpon (6 hours)

When you book a trip with HammerTime Saltwater Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor with spot lock

Trips booked with HammerTime Saltwater Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

HammerTime Saltwater Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing (within 10 miles of shore)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

HammerTime Saltwater Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Handline

Top targeted fish species with HammerTime Saltwater Adventures include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snook
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Paul Fec
Englewood, Florida, United States
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45 Customer reviews
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Member since December 2020
I grew up in PA near the Great Lakes. I have had a passion for fishing since my childhood when my dad used to take my brothers and me. I was an educator for 25 years and promoted fishing through clubs at the school where I taught, educating others on fishing comes naturally to me. Tournament fished for Muskies and Walleye up north and also targeted other species including Salmon, Steelhead, Perch, Bass, Pike, Trout, and more. Being involved with the fishing industry from my early twenties, I have made many connections through my own lure manufacturing business of 15 years. My passion for fishing ultimately brought me here to Englewood, FL where I reside today and have been guiding since 2015. The saltwater diversity intrigues me to the point of never getting enough! The mystery of never knowing what you might catch drives me every day and the client memories that come along with each and every catch are priceless.

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper

What the boat is like

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Key West
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

Whichย types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
within 10 miles of shore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Whichย fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Handline

Whichย amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
with spot lock

Whatโ€™s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Whatย the listing policiesย are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
PayPal

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