Join Tampa Bowfishing Charters and explore these productive waters on a bowfishing adventure you’ll remember! Captain Ike Carrasquillo is a second-generation captain and a Bass Pro Shops Cabela’s bowfishing pro-staffer. He has developed a true passion for bowfishing, along with his reputation as a professional bowfisherman.

Before every trip, he will make sure everyone is comfortable handling and using the equipment, and once out on the water, he will be constantly on hand to offer his top tips and tricks and to make sure you hit your target (almost) every time!

Capt. Ike’s 22’ Tracker Grizzley 2072 has been set up specifically for exciting inshore fishing. It’s powered by a 150 HP Mercury Command Thrust engine that will take you to the very best spots, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. There’s a trolling motor to let you sneak through the shallows without spooking the fish once you get there.

Night fishing? No problem! The boat has an array of super-bright flood lamps to light up even the most starless night, and her high-tech electronics can sound out the murky waters below no matter the conditions. She’s also equipped with 2 power poles, tower, and SeaDek carpet.

Every Tampa Bowfishing Charters trip comes with all the necessary equipment for bowfishing, although you are of course welcome to bring your own if you prefer. Fishing licenses are also provided by the boat, and there is a cooler for any food and drink you bring, so all you need to do is turn up. Please do not wear any boots or hard sole shoes.

Please let the captain know the group age and gender, and how many left and right shooters there are. This information will help the captain bring the correct bows to your trip.

Captain Ike will clean and fillet all your catch for you, ready to take home and enjoy, because with this level of action, you are bound to work up an appetite!

Come on a bowfishing adventure with Tampa Bowfishing Charters and have an unforgettable



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  • Private trip
    Bowfishing Trip (Night)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 PM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
    US $600
    Stalk the shallows by night in search of Stingrays, Sheepshead, Flounder, Cobia, and more. The vessel is equipped with plenty of lights for us to see our shots, and has a large cooler on board for you to keep your food and drinks cool.Rates include fishing license, equipment, lessons if needed and cleaning and packaging of fish. Please let the Captain know the group age and gender, and how many left and right shooters there are. This information will help Captain Ike bring the correct bows to your trip.
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FAQs about Tampa Bowfishing Charters

Tampa Bowfishing Charters offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Bowfishing Trip (Night) (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Tampa Bowfishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Wireless Trolling Motor and 2 power poles
  • Spearfishing Equipment

Trips booked with Tampa Bowfishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Bowfishing only, all equipment provided)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Tampa Bowfishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Tampa Bowfishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bowfishing (Saltwater)
  • Spearfishing (Bowfishing)

Top targeted fish species with Tampa Bowfishing Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Ladyfish
  • Ray
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tilapia

Meet the Captain

Ike Carrasquillo
Tampa, Florida, United States
31 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
58 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2015
Captain Ike Carrasquillo is a Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's Bowfishing Pro-Staffer. All of his gear is top-notch and in great working condition. His 2024 Tracker Grizzly 2072 comes equipped with over 1000 watts of LED-lights.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Cobia Cobia
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish Ladyfish

Boat specs

Tracker Grizzly 2072 (Center console) originally built in 2024. Powered by a 150HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Bowfishing
Saltwater
Spearfishing
Bowfishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Wireless Trolling Motor
and 2 power poles

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Bowfishing only, all equipment provided
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
13 and up for bowfishing trips (able to pull 25 lb)
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
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Experienced Captain, great location, tons of fun!
Experienced Captain, great location, tons of fun!
Experienced Captain, great location, tons of fun!
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Nick T.
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Awesome experience

VERIFIED   Bowfishing Trip (Night) on February 26, 2024
Capt Ike was Great . Really Great experience I brought my daughter and a friend from out of town we had a Blast!!!
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Bow fishing with Capt Ike

VERIFIED   Bowfishing Trip (Night) on July 10, 2023
Capt Ike worked with us as the weather was not cooperating the original day we planned.  Switched days and had a great adventure. ...
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Brian S.
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Experienced Captain, great location, tons of fun!

VERIFIED   Bowfishing Trip (Night) on October 25, 2023
Captain put us on plenty of fish. We had a blast!
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Julie T.
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Awesome Experience

VERIFIED   Bowfishing Trip (Night) on May 3, 2023
An awesome experience! Capt. Ike was patient and thorough explaining bow fishing to us first timers.  Definitely hooked now!...
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Sara G.
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Night bow fishing

VERIFIED   Bowfishing Trip (Night) on July 17, 2023
My boys had the best time on this trip! If we are in the area again, we would definitely book again!
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