Captain Cody's Charters 

4.9/5 (9 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Tampa, Ruskin, FL, United States
 
State licensed
4.9/5 (9 reviews)
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Ruskin, FL, United States
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When you’re in the neighborhood of Tampa Bay, swing by the town of Ruskin, Florida. There Captain Cody’s Charters will be waiting for you to provide you with the fishing experience you need. Spend a day cruising the water, enjoying the scenery, and going after your catch. The titular Captain Cody Gibbons will do his best to cater to your needs, and that you have an optimal fishing experience.

You’ll be cruising the local waters on board the 23’ Triton, bay boat model from 2014. It is spacious enough to accommodate groups of 6 guests. The boat is fitted with a single Mercury engine with 250 hp, and it can reach speeds up to 50. You’ll be at your lucky hot spot in no time. For a more stealthy approach to fishing, a wireless trolling motor is available. Also, to ensure that you have a good catch, there’s fishfinding equipment.

The charter covers inshore and nearshore areas which include reef and wreck locations. There’s always action in the waters of Tampa Bay, but not all fish is available throughout the year. Gag Grouper is available from July till the end of September, and you can always go after Kingfish, Spotted Seatrout, and several types of Snapper. As for the fishing techniques, you can use light and heavy tackle, trolling, and drift fishing, to name some.

Just bring your sunscreen and the crew will take care of the rest. All the necessary gear, lures, and bait will be ready for you on board. The charter also covers your Florida fishing license. For a more comfortable trip, the crew offers drinks and snacks. If you need any additional help, a first mate is available. In case you get lucky you can keep the catch, and the crew will help you clean it. Children are welcome.

Have yourself a memorable adventure going after the big catch in the waters of Tampa Bay with Captain Cody’s Charters.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 9 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (13)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

89%

Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews
Showing: 5 of 9 reviews
Tim P.
Tim P.
5.0/5

Feb 1, 2025

3/4 Day Trip – Inshore

Awesome Feb 1st fishing

VERIFIED

Even though we went looking for Hogfish and did not catch any... We caught around 50 fish in total. On the way back we even caught a couple of grouper in the shipping channels. Great experience!

Even though we went looking for Hogfish and did not catch any... We caught around 50 fish in total. On the way back we even...  

 Tim P. recommends Captain Cody's Charters
1 person finds this review helpful
 Tim P. recommends Captain Cody's Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Braden W.
Braden W.
5.0/5

Feb 22, 2024

Half Day Trip – Inshore

Best captain around!!

VERIFIED

Cody made this trip the best one we’ve ever had! Not only did he adjust his personal schedule around so we could fish on the good weather day, he made the day an absolute blast! He made sure me and my wife were comfortable and happy. We went to several fishing spots where we scored fish each time. Trout, red fish, sheeps head and snapper! If you want to have a GREAT experience on a very nice comfortable and super clean boat, I highly recommend Captain Cody! We’ve been with a few charters out here and I can tell you Cody is BY FAR the best if you want to catch fish and have a good time doing it!

Cody made this trip the best one we’ve ever had! Not only did he adjust his personal schedule around so we could fish on the good...  

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Thomas C.
Thomas C.
5.0/5

Mar 17, 2024

3/4 Day Trip – Inshore

Great Trip

VERIFIED

My son ( age 23) and I had a great time. We caught our limit of Red fish, several Snook and Spotted Trout (Tampa Bay Slam). We did the six hour trip and enjoyed Captain Cody.

My son ( age 23) and I had a great time. We caught our limit of Red fish, several Snook and Spotted Trout (Tampa Bay Slam). ...  

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 Thomas C. recommends Captain Cody's Charters
 Thomas C. recommends Captain Cody's Charters

Dave F.
Dave F.

St. Petersburg, FL

5.0/5

Mar 4, 2023

Half Day Trip – Inshore

Half Day Trip with Captain Cody

VERIFIED

Another good experience fishing with Captain Cody, very professional, experienced, and accommodating. Will be booking again.

Another good experience fishing with Captain Cody, very professional, experienced, and accommodating. Will be booking again.  

 Dave F. recommends Captain Cody's Charters
 Dave F. recommends Captain Cody's Charters

Ryan / Megan Hillier
Ryan / Megan Hillier

Tilbury, ON

4.7/5

Dec 27, 2022

3/4 Day Trip – Inshore

3/4 day trip.

VERIFIED

Captain Kirk was very professional worked extremely hard to put aside from fish with some results would definitely recommend booking through this charter and will be back!

Captain Kirk was very professional worked extremely hard to put aside from fish with some results would definitely recommend booking...  

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 Ryan / Megan Hillier recommends Captain Cody's Charters
 Ryan / Megan Hillier recommends Captain Cody's Charters

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip – Inshore
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Scallop Snorkeling
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Sep 1
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 9 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (13)

Great Trip
Great Trip
Great Trip
+10

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

100%

Caught fish

89%

Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews
Showing: 5 of 9 reviews
Tim P.
Tim P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome Feb 1st fishing

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip – Inshore on February 1, 2025

Even though we went looking for Hogfish and did not catch any... We caught around 50 fish in total. On the way back we even caught a couple of grouper in the shipping channels. Great experience!

Even though we went looking for Hogfish and did not catch any... We caught around 50 fish in total. On the way back we even caught a couple of grouper in the shipping channels. Great experience!  

 Tim P. recommends Captain Cody's Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Braden W.
Braden W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Best captain around!!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip – Inshore on February 22, 2024

Cody made this trip the best one we’ve ever had! Not only did he adjust his personal schedule around so we could fish on the good weather day, he made the day an absolute blast! He made sure me and my wife were comfortable and happy. We went to several fishing spots where we scored fish each time. Trout, red fish, sheeps head and snapper! If you want to have a GREAT experience on a very nice comfortable and super clean boat, I highly recommend Captain Cody! We’ve been with a few charters out here and I can tell you Cody is BY FAR the best if you want to catch fish and have a good time doing it!

Cody made this trip the best one we’ve ever had! Not only did he adjust his personal schedule around so we could fish on the good weather day, he made the day an absolute blast! He made sure me and my wife were comfortable and happy. We went to several fishing spots where we scored fish each time. Trout, red fish, sheeps head and snapper! If you want to have a GREAT experience on a very nice comfortable and super clean boat, I highly recommend Captain Cody! We’ve been with a few charters out...  

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Thomas C.
Thomas C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip – Inshore on March 17, 2024

My son ( age 23) and I had a great time. We caught our limit of Red fish, several Snook and Spotted Trout (Tampa Bay Slam). We did the six hour trip and enjoyed Captain Cody.

My son ( age 23) and I had a great time. We caught our limit of Red fish, several Snook and Spotted Trout (Tampa Bay Slam). We did the six hour trip and enjoyed Captain Cody.  

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 Thomas C. recommends Captain Cody's Charters

Dave F.
Dave F.

St. Petersburg, FL

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half Day Trip with Captain Cody

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip – Inshore on March 4, 2023

Another good experience fishing with Captain Cody, very professional, experienced, and accommodating. Will be booking again.

Another good experience fishing with Captain Cody, very professional, experienced, and accommodating. Will be booking again.  

 Dave F. recommends Captain Cody's Charters

Ryan / Megan Hillier
Ryan / Megan Hillier

Tilbury, ON

4.7/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

4.0/5

Overall

3/4 day trip.

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip – Inshore on December 27, 2022

Captain Kirk was very professional worked extremely hard to put aside from fish with some results would definitely recommend booking through this charter and will be back!

Captain Kirk was very professional worked extremely hard to put aside from fish with some results would definitely recommend booking through this charter and will be back!  

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FAQs about Captain Cody's Charters

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Triton
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots
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