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Ami Excursions 

5.0
(170 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Anna Maria Island, Holmes Beach, FL, United States–
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Ami Excursions 

Holmes Beach, FL, United States
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24 ft
6
5.0
(170 reviews)
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Ami Excursions is located in Holmes Beach and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. Come treat your friends and family to a trip that you'll never forget on the beautiful waters of Anna Maria Island. Captain Nate will ensure that you and your family have a wonderful excursion and catch plenty of hard-fighting, beautiful, acrobatic fish in these beautiful waters.

Capt. Nathan will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Snook, Redfish, Cobia, Spotted Seatrout, and King Mackerel, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, and handline.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 23' Hanson boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers. Being super wide, it allows an enjoyable ride for your crew and a lot of space to relax and stay comfortable throughout the excursion. This boat comes with an ice-box and wireless trolling motor.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. The crew will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip. The boat will be supplied with snacks and drinks for your pleasure, be sure to let the captain know if you have any questions or want to bring your own.

Ami Excursions is looking forward to taking you guys out on the water and showing you the amazing fishery of Anna Maria Island.

Ami Excursions is located in Holmes Beach and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. Come treat your friends and family to a trip that you'll never forget on the beautiful waters of Anna Maria Island. Captain Nate will ensure that you and your family have a wonderful excursion and catch plenty of hard-fighting, beautiful, acrobatic fish in these beautiful waters.

Capt. Nathan will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Snook, Redfish, Cobia, Spotted Seatrout, and King Mackerel, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, and handline.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 23' Hanson boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers. Being super wide, it allows an enjoyable ride for your crew and a lot of space to relax and stay comfortable throughout the excursion. This boat comes with an ice-box and wireless trolling motor.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. The crew will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip. The boat will be supplied with snacks and drinks for your pleasure, be sure to let the captain know if you have any questions or want to bring your own.

Ami Excursions is looking forward to taking you guys out on the water and showing you the amazing fishery of Anna Maria Island.

Nathan Costello
Captain
Nathan Costello
6 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
Pickup included
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
Pickup included
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting

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October 2026
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Half day fishing excursion
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 hour trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

5.0
170 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (119)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

All reviews (170)

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Mark Johnson
Mark Johnson
Repeat angler
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
5 Stars! Absolutely Epic Fishing Trip! 🎣
Half day fishing excursion on April 6, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

We had an incredible day on the water with this charter! In just 4 hours, we hooked and landed around 50 fish—non-stop action the entire time! The captain was fantastic—super knowledgeable, friendly, and always ready to help with tips, rigging, and making sure everyone (including the kids) was having a blast. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and comfortable. The captain put us on the fish immediately and kept the bites coming all morning. We caught a great mix of species and had plenty of laughs along the way. Everything from the booking process to the end of the trip was smooth and professional. If you’re looking for a fun, productive, and memorable fishing experience in the area, book with these guys—you won’t be disappointed! Highly recommend!

Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Mike Atkins
Mike Atkins
Repeat angler
us
West Virginia, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with Nathan
Half day fishing excursion on October 19, 2026 • 3 adults

Reported catch:
Snook
Speckled Trout
Redfish
Jason Waid
Jason Waid
Repeat angler
us
New York, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Trip
Half Day Trip on April 7, 2026 • 6 adults

This was our 3 trip with Captain Nate. He is the best. Very knowledgeable about the fish and the waters. Well all caught some many fish we don’t know how many we ended up with in total. Great experience!

Chris Fakult
Chris Fakult
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
great time
Half day fishing excursion on December 29, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

my family and i had a great time woth captain Nate. he is very knowledgeable and hot us on fish right away. he was also very patient with my wife and kids, age 12-19. i would highly recommend

David Hauseman
David Hauseman
Repeat angler
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2024
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Captain Nate is the real deal!
6 hour trip on June 22, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

I highly recommend Captain Costello.

FAQs about Ami Excursions

Ami Excursions offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half day fishing excursion (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 6 hour trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Ami Excursions, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Ami Excursions include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • Fishing license
Ami Excursions offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing (Up to 9 miles)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Ami Excursions offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Handline
Top targeted fish species with Ami Excursions include:
  • Cobia
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Nathan Costello
Nathan Costello
Holmes Beach, Florida, United States
2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
170 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since December 2021
Captain Nathan will make sure that your day is full of smiles and laughter as he is one of the youngest captains on the water and will work harder than anybody to make sure you catch plenty of fish and enjoy a great day on the water. Captain Nathan has been fishing these waters for 10 years now and has the knowledge and skills to put your family and friends on a great deal of fish.
Nathan Costello
Nathan Costello
Fully verified
2
reports
170
reviews
2021
member since
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response
Captain Nathan will make sure that your day is full of smiles and laughter as he is one of the youngest captains on the water and will work harder than anybody to make sure you catch plenty of fish and enjoy a great day on the water. Captain Nathan has been fishing these waters for 10 years now and has the knowledge and skills to put your family and friends on a great deal of fish.

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Cobia
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • Young angler proudly holding a large Snook while fishing from a boat in a coastal waterway.
    David H.
    David H.
    I highly recommend Captain Costello.
  • Angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing on a sunny day in a coastal waterway.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Carter R.
    Carter R.
    Captain Nathan worked hard and kept us on the fish! Will be returning again!
  • A family proudly displaying their catch of Redfish while enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    If your in town and looking for a insane fishing charter experience this fall look no further! Some of the best fishing of the yeat will be in the next couple months and i cant wait for you all to experience it!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Julie L.
    Julie L.
    Nathan was patient with me, kind and knew where to go and not too. I’m coming back again!! Caught some great fish and released!!
  • Adult angler and young child proudly display a redfish aboard a center-console fishing boat in calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Colton C.
    Colton C.
    Had a great time, very family friendly and the captain was amazing. Captain was great at setting the hook and calling over the little guy to reel it in! Caught plenty of fish, had good conversation and he made recommendations on the area. Will recommend to others and give him a call if we're in the area again.
  • An angler proudly displaying a caught Grouper while fishing on a boat in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Grouper
    John T.
    John T.
    Captain knew where to find fish that were suited for us
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Tarpon while fishing on a calm day in a coastal waterway.
    Julie B.
    Julie B.
    We had an outstanding trip with Nate. He got us out for the early bite. He put us right on snapper and we caught some very nice Tarpon. Fishing with Nate is top notch and I feel if you’re on the Island don’t miss this experience.
  • A smiling angler proudly displaying a Snook while fishing on a boat in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Erin S.
    Erin S.
    Had a great day and caught our dinner.
  • An adult and a young angler proudly displaying their catches, a Tarpon and a Snook, while enjoying a fishing trip on a boat.
    Melisa V.
    Melisa V.
    Nate was a great captain and was very patient and explain things very well and he’s very good with children. He made the trip, very exciting and made sure we caught fish. We even saw dolphins. I highly recommend this excursion.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Snook while fishing near mangroves on a sunny day.
    Bill A.
    Bill A.
    Capt Nate was very personable and very helpful, especially with our 11yo boys. The snook were biting and we reeled in several, along with a few trout. The next time we are back in the area, we will be calling Capt Nate again. Thank you!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Hanson
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Tohatsu
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Handline

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Holmes Beach to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 PayPal
 Checks
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Holmes Beach right now

CobiaCobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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