INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert 

4.8/5 (12 reviews)
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State licensed
 198 Seminole Street, Clearwater, FL 33755, United States

INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert 

 
State licensed
4.8/5 (12 reviews)
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198 Seminole Street
Clearwater, FL, United States
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Experience the Ultimate Fishing Adventure with Tightlines Charter!

Climb aboard our custom, very spacious, and exceptionally well-equipped Sea Pro 248 — one of the roomiest and most comfortable charter boats in the area — and discover why Tightlines Charter is the go-to choice for both serious anglers and families looking to make lasting memories on the water.

Whether you're chasing trophy snook, tarpon, redfish, or just want an action-packed day with the kids catching whatever’s biting, Captain Paul customizes every trip to match your goals, skill level, and group size — up to 6 guests.

🎣 Why Choose Tightlines Charter?

Custom Trips: From hardcore inshore anglers to first-timers, every charter is tailored for maximum fun and success.

Roomy Deck Space: No crowding here — our wide-beam platform means everyone has space to fish, relax, and enjoy the ride. More rod holders than you could ever need. Along with tons of deck space for sight casting.

Top-Tier Gear: We use high-end tackle and electronics to put you on the fish fast. We use all Shimano rods and reels.

Family-Friendly: Safe, smooth rides, and patient instruction make this perfect for kids and adults alike.

Local Expertise: Captain Paul knows these waters inside and out, giving you the best shot at catching more fish and having a great time on the water.

🌅 Morning, afternoon and evening trips available. Flexible trip lengths from a quick 2 hour trip to an action packed full 8 hour day. Whether you're here on vacation or a local looking to hit the flats, this is your chance to experience Florida’s Suncoast the right way — with a knowledgeable guide, a clean, comfortable boat, and nonstop fishing action.

📍 Departing from Tarpon Springs and the Clearwater Beach areas. We fish all over Florida’s Suncoast.
🎣 Book today and let’s get you on the water — where the fish are biting and the memories are waiting.

Cant wait to see you on the water!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 12 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (10)

October fishing trip
October fishing trip
October fishing trip
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Angler rating

11
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

80%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

92%

Caught fish

63%

Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews
Showing: 5 of 12 reviews
Patrick B.
Patrick B.
5.0/5

Jun 19, 2025

INSHORE 1/2 DAY TRIP - Reds & Snook

Excellent Captain, outstanding experience

VERIFIED

Great outing, very knowledgeable Captain, and the entire trip was just one Breathtaking Landscape. Didn't know if I should have a fishing rod or camera in my hands.

Great outing, very knowledgeable Captain, and the entire trip was just one Breathtaking Landscape. Didn't know if I should have...  

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 Patrick B. recommends INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
1 person finds this review helpful
 Patrick B. recommends INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 20, 2025
Great time with you guys!!! See you next time!
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Doug H.
Doug H.
5.0/5

Sep 27, 2025

Inshore Quick Trip

September fishing trip

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Captain replied
 Doug H. recommends INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
 Doug H. recommends INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 27, 2025
you and your guys were incredible today! cant wait to have uou guys back in the boat!

Timothy H.
Timothy H.
4.7/5

Oct 27, 2025

INSHORE 1/2 DAY TRIP - Reds & Snook

October fishing trip

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 Timothy H. recommends INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
 Timothy H. recommends INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on October 27, 2025
Had a great time with you guys!
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Kevin J.
Kevin J.
5.0/5

Apr 17, 2025

Inshore Quick Trip

Great guide and great day on the water

VERIFIED

Paul is a great captain with fantastic boat and equipment… felt completely safe and he was knowledgeable of the area.

Paul is a great captain with fantastic boat and equipment… felt completely safe and he was knowledgeable of the area.  

Captain replied
 Kevin J. recommends INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
 Kevin J. recommends INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 3, 2025
Thanks Kevin! Great having you out and n the skiff! Till next time, tight lines!

Jason P.
Jason P.
3.7/5

Oct 8, 2025

INSHORE 1/2 DAY TRIP - Reds & Snook - 7:00 AM

Maybe just an off day…

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We have been on several chartered trips. This was by far the least productive. Captain Paul seemed like a nice enough guy. The boat and equipment we all top notch. We caught next to nothing. The Captain baited hooks and put poles in the boat’s holders. We waited and watched. Fish cleaned the hooks…they were re-baited by the Captain, and he re-cast. We watched. It ended up being a very expensive boat ride. May have just been a tough day on the water…unfortunately we were the recipients.

We have been on several chartered trips. This was by far the least productive. Captain Paul seemed like a nice enough guy. The...  

Captain replied
 Jason P. does not recommend INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
 Jason P. does not recommend INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on October 10, 2025
Definitely an off day for sure. Plenty of junk fish mixed in with the reds and trout. Certainly not the quality or quantity I was expecting. Not what I would consider a typical trip. I appreciate you and the family coming out.

Trip availability and prices

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2 adults • 0 children
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Inshore Quick Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $300 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Inshore Quick Trip - 11:00 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
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US $300 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Inshore Quick Trip - 2:00 PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
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US $300 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
INSHORE 1/2 DAY TRIP - Reds & Snook - 7:00 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
INSHORE 1/2 DAY TRIP - Reds & Snook
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
INSHORE 1/2 DAY TRIP - Reds & Snook - 11:00 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
INSHORE 1/2 DAY TRIP - Reds & Snook - 2:00 PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
TARPON SEASON 26' - 1/2 DAY TRIP - 2:00 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Aug 15
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
TARPON SEASON 26' - 1/2 DAY TRIP
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Aug 15
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
NEARSHORE REEF - 1/2 DAY TRIP - 7:00 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
NEARSHORE REEF - 1/2 DAY TRIP
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
TARPON SEASON 26' - 1/2 DAY TRIP - 10:00 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Aug 15
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
NEARSHORE REEF - 1/2 DAY TRIP - 11:00 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
NEARSHORE REEF - 1/2 DAY TRIP - 2:00 PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
INSHORE - 3/4 DAY - Family Friendly
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
INSHORE - 3/4 DAY - Family Friendly - 11:00 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
NEARSHORE -3/4 DAY Family Friendly!
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
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US $925 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
NEARSHORE -3/4 DAY Family Friendly! - 11:00 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
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US $925 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
TARPON SEASON 26' - 3/4 DAY TRIP
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Aug 15
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US $950 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
TARPON SEASON 26' - 3/4 DAY TRIP - 9:00 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Aug 15
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US $950 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
TARPON SEASON 26' - 3/4 DAY TRIP - 1:00 PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Aug 15
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US $950 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
INSHORE - FULL DAY FISHING TRIP!
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
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US $1,050 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
INSHORE - FULL DAY FISHING TRIP! - 11:00 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
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US $1,050 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
TARPON SEASON 26' - 8 HR FULL DAY
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Aug 15
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US $1,143 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
TARPON SEASON 26' - 8 HR FULL DAY - 9:00 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Aug 15
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US $1,143 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
TARPON SEASON 26' - 8 HR FULL DAY - 1:00 PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Aug 15
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US $1,143 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
OFFSHORE - FULL DAY FISHING TRIP!
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
OFFSHORE - FULL DAY FISHING TRIP! - 11:00 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 12 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (10)

October fishing trip
October fishing trip
October fishing trip
+7

Angler rating

11
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

80%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

92%

Caught fish

63%

Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews
Showing: 5 of 12 reviews
Patrick B.
Patrick B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Excellent Captain, outstanding experience

VERIFIED

INSHORE 1/2 DAY TRIP - Reds & Snook on June 19, 2025

Great outing, very knowledgeable Captain, and the entire trip was just one Breathtaking Landscape. Didn't know if I should have a fishing rod or camera in my hands.

Great outing, very knowledgeable Captain, and the entire trip was just one Breathtaking Landscape. Didn't know if I should have a fishing rod or camera in my hands.  

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 Patrick B. recommends INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 20, 2025
Great time with you guys!!! See you next time!
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Doug H.
Doug H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

September fishing trip

VERIFIED

Inshore Quick Trip on September 27, 2025

 

 Doug H. recommends INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 27, 2025
you and your guys were incredible today! cant wait to have uou guys back in the boat!

Timothy H.
Timothy H.
4.7/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

4.0/5

Overall

October fishing trip

VERIFIED
NEW

INSHORE 1/2 DAY TRIP - Reds & Snook on October 27, 2025

 

 Timothy H. recommends INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on October 27, 2025
Had a great time with you guys!
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Kevin J.
Kevin J.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great guide and great day on the water

VERIFIED

Inshore Quick Trip on April 17, 2025

Paul is a great captain with fantastic boat and equipment… felt completely safe and he was knowledgeable of the area.

Paul is a great captain with fantastic boat and equipment… felt completely safe and he was knowledgeable of the area.  

 Kevin J. recommends INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 3, 2025
Thanks Kevin! Great having you out and n the skiff! Till next time, tight lines!

Jason P.
Jason P.
3.7/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

3.0/5

Crew

3.0/5

Overall

Maybe just an off day…

VERIFIED
NEW

INSHORE 1/2 DAY TRIP - Reds & Snook - 7:00 AM on October 8, 2025

We have been on several chartered trips. This was by far the least productive. Captain Paul seemed like a nice enough guy. The boat and equipment we all top notch. We caught next to nothing. The Captain baited hooks and put poles in the boat’s holders. We waited and watched. Fish cleaned the hooks…they were re-baited by the Captain, and he re-cast. We watched. It ended up being a very expensive boat ride. May have just been a tough day on the water…unfortunately we were the recipients.

We have been on several chartered trips. This was by far the least productive. Captain Paul seemed like a nice enough guy. The boat and equipment we all top notch. We caught next to nothing. The Captain baited hooks and put poles in the boat’s holders. We waited and watched. Fish cleaned the hooks…they were re-baited by the Captain, and he re-cast. We watched. It ended up being a very expensive boat ride. May have just been a tough day on the water…unfortunately we were the recipients.  

 Jason P. does not recommend INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on October 10, 2025
Definitely an off day for sure. Plenty of junk fish mixed in with the reds and trout. Certainly not the quality or quantity I was expecting. Not what I would consider a typical trip. I appreciate you and the family coming out.

FAQs about INSHORE NEARSHORE - Family Friendly to Expert

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Sea Pro 248 dlx
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
48 knots
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