SlotBoys Charters 

4.6/5 (76 reviews)
 
State licensed
 West Gandy Boulevard 5108, Tampa, FL 33611, United States

SlotBoys Charters 

Up to 9 miles
Tampa, FL, United States
20 ft
6
4.6/5 (76 reviews)

Slot Boys Charters welcomes you to St. Petersburg, Tampa bay , and tarpon springs! Come and spend a wonderful day on the water enjoying gorgeous nature and chasing various fish. You’ll have all the help of a friendly and skilled captain who’ll take you to the fish, and do everything to make your trip one to remember. Hop aboard and have lots of fun fishing!

You’ll use a 20’ Dusky center console to reach the fish. It can sit up to 6 guests and is powered by a 175 HP Suzuki engine that can reach a maximum cruising speed of 45 knots. The boat uses GPS, a fishfinder, and radio for efficient navigation, a wireless trolling motor, and is rigged with a livewell. You can use the onboard multimedia system as well as the ice-box, and you’ll also have the help of a first mate who’ll join your trip.

To mention just some of the many prized species you can chase, there’s Mangrove Snapper, Red Grouper, Spanish Mackerel, Black Seabass, and Snook. To attract them, you can bottom fish, troll, spin, jig, pop, as well as handline and drift fish. Kids are more than welcome to join the trip and you’re allowed to keep as much fish as you want and take it home.

The captain will provide you with all the fishing gear, licenses, and water and will also clean and fillet your catch for free. Yours is just to bring your favorite food before you depart.

Spend a day on the water with Slot Boys Charters and experience the beautiful waters of bay!

Slot Boys Charters welcomes you to St. Petersburg, Tampa bay , and tarpon springs! Come and spend a wonderful day on the water enjoying gorgeous nature and chasing various fish. You’ll have all the help of a friendly and skilled captain who’ll take you to the fish, and do everything to make your trip one to remember. Hop aboard and have lots of fun fishing!

You’ll use a 20’ Dusky center console to reach the fish. It can sit up to 6 guests and is powered by a 175 HP Suzuki engine that can reach a maximum cruising speed of 45 knots. The boat uses GPS, a fishfinder, and radio for efficient navigation, a wireless trolling motor, and is rigged with a livewell. You can use the onboard multimedia system as well as the ice-box, and you’ll also have the help of a first mate who’ll join your trip.

To mention just some of the many prized species you can chase, there’s Mangrove Snapper, Red Grouper, Spanish Mackerel, Black Seabass, and Snook. To attract them, you can bottom fish, troll, spin, jig, pop, as well as handline and drift fish. Kids are more than welcome to join the trip and you’re allowed to keep as much fish as you want and take it home.

The captain will provide you with all the fishing gear, licenses, and water and will also clean and fillet your catch for free. Yours is just to bring your favorite food before you depart.

Spend a day on the water with Slot Boys Charters and experience the beautiful waters of bay!

Dillon Arsenault
Captain
Dillon Arsenault
7 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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2 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)(PM)
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM, 8:00 PM)
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
Grouper (Gag)
+3
US $375
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour inshore trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM)
Seabass (Black)
Grouper (Red)
Tripletail
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Nighttime Bridge Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 8:00 PM)
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+1
US $650
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (4:00 PM, 8:00 PM)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Nurse)
Shark (Bonnethead)
+2
US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
+8
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Cobia
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip – Nearshore 2
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
+8
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.6
76 reviews
4.6
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (45)

What anglers say

89%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
93%
Good boat
82%
Recommended
82%
Caught fish

All reviews (76)

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Ruthie Boggs
Ruthie Boggs
Repeat angler
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Dillon
Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing - 4:00 PM on May 23, 20263 adults

the captain was very friendly, all though we didnt catch many fish we still had an amazing time! got to see dolphins and almost caught a huge shark, amazing boat it was comfortable and spacious, will definitely be coming back and booking with him again! The views were absolutely amazing so if your like me and love scenery then this is perfect for you!

Eric Steinhaus
Eric Steinhaus
Repeat angler
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great trip!
Nighttime Bridge Fishing on March 28, 20261 adult

Had a great trip with Captain Dillon. He clearly has a passion for fishing and showed his skills! Conditions weren’t ideal with wind, but we still found the fish. Captain Dillon has an incredible knowledge of the area and worked very hard in tough conditions to find some giants! One of the best charters I’ve ever had! Thanks, Captain!

Joel Zuercher
Joel Zuercher
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water
4 Hour inshore trip - 9:00 AM on May 27, 20263 adults

Loved our day out with Captain Dillon and Slotboy Charters. The boat was prepped and fully stocked and everything was easy even for amateur anglers like us. Caught grouper, lady fish, flounder and took home plenty of sea trout for a great dinner. Oh, good soundtrack too

Reported catch:
Red Grouper
Jacob Poland
Jacob Poland
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Best trip ever
4 Hour inshore trip - 7:00 AM on June 18, 20262 adults

It was my first time on a fishing charter and it was amazing! I would definitely go again.

Reported catch:
Red Grouper
Shawn Epling
Shawn Epling
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2023
5 trips
5.0
Verified
We will be back!
2 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)(PM) on April 1, 20261 adult1 child

Awesome trip fishing with Slot Boys Charters! 7 differnet kinds of fish and our biggest fish ever, a Gag Grouper. Great crew, super patient with my son. Highly recommend! we will be back!

Reported catch:
Gag Grouper
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout

FAQs about SlotBoys Charters

SlotBoys Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $375 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)(PM) (2 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)(PM) - 10:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)(PM) - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)(PM) - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)(PM) - 4:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)(PM) - 6:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)(PM) - 8:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour inshore trip (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour inshore trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour inshore trip - 10:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour inshore trip - 4:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour inshore trip - 7:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour inshore trip - 8:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour inshore trip - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Nighttime Bridge Fishing (3 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Nighttime Bridge Fishing - 6:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Nighttime Bridge Fishing - 7:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing - 4:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip – Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip – Inshore - 10:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip – Inshore - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Nearshore - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip – Nearshore 2 (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip – Nearshore 2 - 1:00 PM (8 hours)
When you book a trip with SlotBoys Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with SlotBoys Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We use a variety of different bait depending on what the fish are feeding on that day. Sometimes it's live bait, sometimes fresh dead bait, and other times we use artificial lures. It all comes down to the water temperature, clarity, and what bait is in! )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Everything is all included! We will fillet and even give a few locations to cook your catch ! )
  • Drinks (We offer water and ice on our boat and anything else upon request if needed ! )
  • First mate (If needed)
  • Fishing license (We carry a fishing license that covers up to six people on the boat, so there's no need for you to worry about purchasing one. All you have to do is show up, bring a great attitude, and get ready to enjoy a fun day out on the water.)
SlotBoys Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
SlotBoys Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with SlotBoys Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Dillon Arsenault
Dillon Arsenault
Dillon Arsenault

Tampa, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
76 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2021

I grew up on the waters of Tampa Bay – not just visiting, but living on these tides. As a kid, my days were spent running the shoreline from Sarasota to St. Petersburg, chasing schools of bait, learning every flat, channel, and mangrove edge by feel long before there was a GPS on the boat. As I got older, I pushed farther north, exploring the hidden pockets of Hernando County and the quieter stretches of coastline where the fish are aggressive and the crowds thin out. Those years weren't vacations – they were my classroom. Every sunrise, every tide change, every bent rod was another lesson in how these waters really work. Slot Boys Charters is my way of opening that world up to you. When you step on the boat, you're not just booking a random trip in 'Tampa Bay' – you're fishing the exact routes I've run since I was a kid, across Tampa, Sarasota, St. Pete, and all the way up the coast. I know where the fish move when the wind shifts, where the kids can get steady action, and where the serious anglers can hunt for that one fish they'll talk about for years. My goal is simple: take all those years of time on the water, all those personal memories, and turn them into your day – your story, your photos, your 'remember when' moments that last long after we leave the dock.

Our Team
Dillon A.

Dillon A.

Captain

Aidan C.

Aidan C.

First mate

ID & license verified
76 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2021

I grew up on the waters of Tampa Bay – not just visiting, but living on these tides. As a kid, my days were spent running the shoreline from Sarasota to St. Petersburg, chasing schools of bait, learning every flat, channel, and mangrove edge by feel long before there was a GPS on the boat. As I got older, I pushed farther north, exploring the hidden pockets of Hernando County and the quieter stretches of coastline where the fish are aggressive and the crowds thin out. Those years weren't vacations – they were my classroom. Every sunrise, every tide change, every bent rod was another lesson in how these waters really work. Slot Boys Charters is my way of opening that world up to you. When you step on the boat, you're not just booking a random trip in 'Tampa Bay' – you're fishing the exact routes I've run since I was a kid, across Tampa, Sarasota, St. Pete, and all the way up the coast. I know where the fish move when the wind shifts, where the kids can get steady action, and where the serious anglers can hunt for that one fish they'll talk about for years. My goal is simple: take all those years of time on the water, all those personal memories, and turn them into your day – your story, your photos, your 'remember when' moments that last long after we leave the dock.

Our Team
Dillon A.

Dillon A.

Captain

Aidan C.

Aidan C.

First mate

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tripletail
Tripletail
Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
1993
Boat manufacturer
Dusky
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
suzuki
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We use a variety of different bait depending on what the fish are feeding on that day. Sometimes it's live bait, sometimes fresh dead bait, and other times we use artificial lures. It all comes down to the water temperature, clarity, and what bait is in!
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Everything is all included! We will fillet and even give a few locations to cook your catch !
Drinks
We offer water and ice on our boat and anything else upon request if needed !
First mate
If needed
Fishing license
We carry a fishing license that covers up to six people on the boat, so there's no need for you to worry about purchasing one. All you have to do is show up, bring a great attitude, and get ready to enjoy a fun day out on the water.

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price

Transfer from hotels or jetties in Tampa to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
All ages are welcome on our boat—there are no age limits! We love having families and kids join us on the water. Teaching the younger generation is something I take a lot of pride in. From learning boating safety to reeling in their first fish, we make s
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Tampa right now

CobiaCobia
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TripletailTripletail

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