Come spend a day fishing inshore for many interesting species and enjoy the gorgeous natural surroundings this area has to offer. Captain Tim will guide you on your way to fish and help you have the best time on the water. Pick a day that suits you and head out for a memorable day of fishing in Florida!

Capt. Tim charter’s a 23’ Hanson capable of accessing the shallow waters that Anna Maria Island’s fish dwell in. The boat can carry 6 guests and runs on a 200 HP Yamaha engine. The boat is also equipped with a live well to provide you with live bait.

You’ll cruise inshore flats for Redfish, Snook, Spotted Seatrout, Jack Crevalle, Flounder, and Spanish Mackerel, as well as Mangrove Snapper.

Capt. Tim will provide all the rods, reels, tackle, bait, licenses, as well as a cooler with ice. Make sure you bring some food and drinks to keep you full and hydrated during your stay on the water.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    US $550
    Enjoy a flats fishing trip around Anna Maria Island and chase fish for 4 hours. On this trip you will be targeting whatever species the captain feels will provide the most action for the weather conditions and time of the year. Some of the species you will be targeting include Snook, Redfish, Trout, Jack Crevalle, and Sheepshead. Pick-up times will vary depending on the season, weather, and tide. Pick-up locations may vary as well. SNOOK will be Catch & Release ONLY on all Ami Flats Fishing Charters.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    US $550
    Enjoy a flats fishing trip around Anna Maria Island and chase fish for 4 hours. Some of the species you'll try to catch include Snook, Redfish, Trout, and Jack Crevalle. Pickup times will vary depending on the season, weather, and tide. Pick-up locations may vary as well. SNOOK will be Catch & Release ONLY on all Ami Flats Fishing Charters.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    US $600
    Enjoy a 4 hour trip bottom fishing in the gulf or bay for multiple different species.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Hogfish
    Hogfish
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Grunt
    Grunt
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Nearshore Afternoon
    In demand! Last booked: 22 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    US $600
    Enjoy a 4 hour trip bottom fishing in the gulf or bay for multiple different species.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day (6 Hour)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    US $700
    Enjoy a flats fishing trip around Anna Maria Island and chase fish for 6 hours. On this trip you will be targeting whatever species the captain feels will provide the most action for the weather conditions and time of the year. Some of the species you will be targeting include Snook, Redfish, Trout, Jack Crevalle, and Sheepshead. Pick-up times will vary depending on the season, weather, and tide. Pick-up locations may vary as well. SNOOK will be Catch & Release ONLY on all Ami Flats Fishing Charters.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    US $750
    Enjoy a longer 6 hour trip bottom fishing in the gulf or bay for multiple different species.
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FAQs about Ami Flats Fishing

Ami Flats Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $4 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Nearshore Afternoon (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day (6 Hour) (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Nearshore (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Ami Flats Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Ami Flats Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Fishing License

Ami Flats Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Ami Flats Fishing offers the following fishing technique:
  • Light Tackle

Top targeted fish species with Ami Flats Fishing include:
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet the Charter Operator

Ami Flats Fishing
Holmes Beach, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
12 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2021
Captain Tim is a Florida native who grew up fishing the waters surrounding Anna Maria Island. His love for the water only grew when he joined the US Navy. The captain is passionate about inshore flats fishing for Redfish, Snook, and Trout.

About this listing

Targeted species

Flounder Flounder
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Redfish Redfish
Snapper (Mangrove) Mangrove Snapper

Boat specs

Hanson (Center console) originally built in 2016. Powered by a 200HP Yamaha engine.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly

Payment

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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Bank Transfer

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Appropriate for children
83%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
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Doug K.
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Fishing with Timothy

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 15, 2023
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Steven M.
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Can't do any better

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on March 14, 2024
Local captain who grew up in the area. Polite, friendly and informative. Cares how you want to fish and then delivers. A total...
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Kirk M.
Excellent
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March fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on March 20, 2024
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Doug S.
Excellent
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In shore with granddaughters

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 11, 2023
Captain Timothy provided an excellent half day in-shore trip. My daughter-in-law and 8 and 10 yea old granddaughters had never...
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Amy O.
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Great family trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on November 7, 2023
We had a great time and our family caught a lot of fish! Redfish, snook
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