TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key 

4.9/5 (476 reviews)
 
State licensed
 7700 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231, United States
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TNT Freedom Fishing Charters LLC is a combat veteran-owned business that runs private fishing trips around the beautiful diamond blue waters of Siesta Key. Here you will find experienced Owner Captain Tony Fudoli Jr, a stable boat, big fish, and enjoyable trips. With Captain Tony, it’s not just about fishing, it’s about learning and understanding the sport.

TNT Freedom Fishing Charters has had numerous repeat customers onboard. Captain Tony has been running trips locally for 9 years and caters to both novice and pro anglers. These inshore waters offer productive fishing and smiling anglers – just have a look at the photos and reviews, and you’ll see why anglers, kids, and families want to fish again with Captain Tony Fudoli.

The fishing is great year-round, and he has the right vessel to put you on fish. You will join Captain Tony aboard his 22’ Scout center console. She is powered by a 200 HP Yamaha engine and can reach speeds of up to 52 knots. The vessel is rigged with GPS, a fishfinder, and has a trolling motor, power pole, and live bait well. The fishing is best done with up to 4 anglers on board.

You will be fishing bay and backwaters, searching for the likes of Snook, Trout, Redfish, Tarpon, and more. Whether you choose trolling, bottom fishing, fishing on the fly, popping, or jigging, he’s got you covered. Fly anglers should bring their own gear.

When you come aboard, you will get the rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait. Captain Tony will provide the fishing license and will have ice and water on board. You can keep the catch and he will get it cleaned and filleted. Captain Tony works together with his partners in the Hidden Harbor Marina and recommends a restaurant to cook you a meal from the fish you catch.

You should bring a hat, sunglasses, sunblock, and a great attitude to reel in some fish. Captain Tony is great with kids and families of all ages. There is a 15% discount for all veterans.

Tony Fudoli Jr

Captain

Tony Fudoli Jr

12 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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2 hr Am fishing trip

 In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago

FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $350 
2 hr Pm Inshore night bite
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 4:30 PM
Price for 2 people
US $350 
3 Hour Trip – Night Fishing
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 PM
Price for 2 people
US $412 
Half day Am fishing trip

 In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago

FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $500 
Half day Pm fishing trip

 In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago

FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
Price for 2 people
US $500 
Am 6 HR inshore nearshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $750 
Pm 6 HR inshore nearshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
Price for up to 3 people
US $750 
There are 23 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 476 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (402)

Patient and knowledgeable
Patient and knowledgeable
Must-do activity when in the Sarasota area
+399

Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

97%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

89%

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Brandon S. O.
Brandon S. O.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome 4 hr morning charter, 4 people

VERIFIED

Half day Am fishing trip on April 16, 2025

Captain Tony Jr. is the man! We went out on Wednesday, April 16. Tony met us at the dock with a boat full of premium bait fish ready to go. We headed out through the inner coastal waterways and hit multiple fishing spots. We immediately started getting bites from a multitude of fish species but not our target fish. We started landing some speckled trout and Spanish mackerel. Tony was very laid back and helpful in jigging and fishing techniques and was not judgmental towards our lack of knowledge. We also saw some amazing wildlife including different water fowl, a manatee, some eagles, and watched a huge manta ray jump right in front of the boat. The wildlife alone was worth the trip. We weren’t so lucky with pompano fishing but we’re getting the same feedback from fellow fisherman passerby’s. We ended up with a dozen beautiful fillets to bring home for a wonderful surf and turf dinner! All in all it was an awesome experience and would 100% fish with TNT again if given the chance. Don’t think twice and book your trip!!

Captain Tony Jr. is the man! We went out on Wednesday, April 16. Tony met us at the dock with a boat full of premium bait fish ready to go. We headed out through the inner coastal waterways and hit multiple fishing spots. We immediately started getting bites from a multitude of fish species but not our target fish. We started landing some speckled trout and Spanish mackerel. Tony was very laid back and helpful in jigging and fishing techniques and was not judgmental towards our lack of knowledge....  

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 Brandon S. O. recommends TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key

Ivan V.
Ivan V.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

TNT Freedom Fishing Charters will blow all your expectations away!

VERIFIED

Am 6 HR inshore nearshore on February 11, 2025

Captain Tony was great! We took a 6 hour fishing charter and had an amazing time. He knew all the spots and if the fish weren’t biting, he would make sure to move on to another spot right away and not lose time. He was very knowledgeable about the area taking us to several places where we were able to catch fish. He is also very knowledgeable about the fishing techniques and lures we used. It was my father’s first time fishing and Tony made it very comfortable and enjoyable for him. We caught all kinds of fish, jack fish, needle fish, catfish, ladyfish.We took home 7 trout and 1 red fish. We had an amazing time with TNT Freedom Fishing Charters, if you want to have an awesome experience, have a good laugh and catch some fish, I highly recommend you call Captain Tony!

Captain Tony was great! We took a 6 hour fishing charter and had an amazing time. He knew all the spots and if the fish weren’t biting, he would make sure to move on to another spot right away and not lose time. He was very knowledgeable about the area taking us to several places where we were able to catch fish. He is also very knowledgeable about the fishing techniques and lures we used. It was my father’s first time fishing and Tony made it very comfortable and enjoyable for him. We caught...  

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 Ivan V. recommends TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key

George H.
George H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

A Great Outing

VERIFIED

Half day Pm fishing trip on December 23, 2024

The passengers were me, my son and my grandson. The weather was a typical December day in Sarasota: low 70s, sunny and little wind. As Tony, our captain, took us out to fishing locations, I was reminded how beautiful the Intercoastal waterway is. Tony took us to various locations as we caught more than 20 fish, 8 of which were suitable to take home and a Ray who was returned to the water along with the too small fish. Tony was upbeat throughout our session and helped each of us as much as we needed to have successful outing. Great experience! Tonight we will prepare our catch, fully readied by Tony, for dinner.

The passengers were me, my son and my grandson. The weather was a typical December day in Sarasota: low 70s, sunny and little wind. As Tony, our captain, took us out to fishing locations, I was reminded how beautiful the Intercoastal waterway is. Tony took us to various locations as we caught more than 20 fish, 8 of which were suitable to take home and a Ray who was returned to the water along with the too small fish. Tony was upbeat throughout our session and helped each of us as much as...  

 George H. recommends TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key
1 person finds this review helpful

Joe P.
Joe P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

TNT Charters

VERIFIED

Half day Am fishing trip on February 19, 2025

Capt. Tony did a great job and got us on nice fish. Did all the rigging very quickly so all lines were in the water at all times. Offers the right amount of tips and pointers; not overbearing, but makes sure you’re setting yourself up for success. Plenty of drinks on the boat. Very friendly and interesting to talk to. Filleted all our fish and had them packed up for us to take (even suggested a few restaurants that would cook our catch). Overall great experience with Capt Tony. Will definitely look him up again next time I’m in Sarasota.

Capt. Tony did a great job and got us on nice fish. Did all the rigging very quickly so all lines were in the water at all times. Offers the right amount of tips and pointers; not overbearing, but makes sure you’re setting yourself up for success. Plenty of drinks on the boat. Very friendly and interesting to talk to. Filleted all our fish and had them packed up for us to take (even suggested a few restaurants that would cook our catch). Overall great experience with Capt Tony. Will definitely...  

 Joe P. recommends TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key

Scott N.
Scott N.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Must-do activity when in the Sarasota area

VERIFIED
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2 hr Am fishing trip on May 26, 2025

Capt Tony was awesome! Punctual, knowledgeable, extremely helpful & patient and got us on the fish quick! We did a 2-hour excursion so if the fish weren't biting, he was quick to move into a more productive area. We caught 7 species of fish and ended up with 6 lbs of cleaned filets to keep. Will definitely be on our list again next trip to Siesta Key.

Capt Tony was awesome! Punctual, knowledgeable, extremely helpful & patient and got us on the fish quick! We did a 2-hour excursion so if the fish weren't biting, he was quick to move into a more productive area. We caught 7 species of fish and ended up with 6 lbs of cleaned filets to keep. Will definitely be on our list again next trip to Siesta Key.  

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FAQs about TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key

What are the trip rates for TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key?

TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $350 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 2 hr Am fishing trip (2 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 2 hr Pm Inshore night bite (2 hours)
  • US $412 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Night Fishing (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half day Am fishing trip (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half day Pm fishing trip (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Am 6 HR inshore nearshore (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Pm 6 HR inshore nearshore (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key?

When you book a trip with TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
  • Radio
  • Sonar
What's included in the trip price with TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key?

Trips booked with TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License
What types of fishing does TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key offer?

TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key offer?

TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key?

Top targeted fish species with TNT Freedom Fishing Charters – Siesta Key include:

  • Bluefish
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Tony Fudoli Jr

Sarasota, Florida, United States

17 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
476 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2015
angler's choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

If you're looking for a Captain who has a true passion for fishing and people, then you are in the right place. After serving two tours as a combat infantryman in the United States Marine Corps, Captain Tony knew he wanted to start a business where he could truly do what he loves every single day, and that's when his fishing career began 9 years ago. Captain Tony is now an experienced local Captain here in Sarasota/Siesta Key who is in high demand. Captain Tony gives his absolute best as your fishing guide so that his guests have a memorable time on the water. He is fully certified and has the knowledge to make your trip enjoyable and exciting. Captain Tony is great with kids and families of all ages, He also offers 20% discount for all veterans. Words from the Captain: "I have true passion for people first, catching fish, and this great country that we live in. A fun and fish filled day can be expected."

The fish you can target

Bluefish
Bluefish
Skipjack
Skipjack
Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout
Tarpon
Tarpon

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Scout
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
52 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

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

Spinning

Jigging

Popping

Fly Fishing

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Wireless Trolling Motor

Ice Box

Radio

Sonar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child Friendly

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 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

What’s biting in Sarasota right now

BluefishBluefish
BonitoBonito
CobiaCobia
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Spotted SeatroutSpotted Seatrout
TarponTarpon
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