Best Coast Charters FISH GUARANTEED
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Captain Josh owner and operator of Best Coast Fishing invites you to Sarasota on a memorable trip to the southwest coast of Florida or, as we like to call it, the best coast of Florida! SWFL is one of the premier fishing destinations in the world. It offers miles of coastline, thousands of waterways, and many hidden inlets perfect for a beautiful fishery!
Captain Josh is the guide you need to take you on this beautiful adventure. As a Florida native and licensed captain, he has over 15 years of fishing locally! Jump into his well-equipped boat, soak in the Florida sun, breathe in that sea air, and embark on the adventure!
The boat is a 23' Ranger series center console that sits up 6 anglers. It's powered by a 225 HP Yamaha engine and equipped with a GPS, fishfinder, and livewell, spot lock trolling motor, twin blade series power pole, jack plate and more! To make your experience even better, the boat features a multimedia system, an ice-box, and comfortable seating!
On your trip, you'll chase many fine inshore and nearshore species, such as Flounder, Snapper, Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Tripletail, Snook, and Tarpon and more!. You and the captain will be fishing with light tackle in order to catch them.
All the fishing gear and licenses are covered in the price, so you'll only need to bring some snacks and drinks for the trip. While on your way to and from each fishing spot, you can relax and admire the beautiful mangroves, a large variety of avian species, and wild marine life!
Captain Josh's trips are not only for adults but children and families too! Best Catch Fishing Charters caters to all needs and can offer trips from Sarasota Bay to Boca Grande which has a legendary annual Tarpon season. The whole family can have a wonderful time!
Book today to make memories you won't forget!
Captain Josh owner and operator of Best Coast Fishing invites you to Sarasota on a memorable trip to the southwest coast of Florida or, as we like to call it, the best coast of Florida! SWFL is one of the premier fishing destinations in the world. It offers miles of coastline, thousands of waterways, and many hidden inlets perfect for a beautiful fishery!
Captain Josh is the guide you need to take you on this beautiful adventure. As a Florida native and licensed captain, he has over 15 years of fishing locally! Jump into his well-equipped boat, soak in the Florida sun, breathe in that sea air, and embark on the adventure!
The boat is a 23' Ranger series center console that sits up 6 anglers. It's powered by a 225 HP Yamaha engine and equipped with a GPS, fishfinder, and livewell, spot lock trolling motor, twin blade series power pole, jack plate and more! To make your experience even better, the boat features a multimedia system, an ice-box, and comfortable seating!
On your trip, you'll chase many fine inshore and nearshore species, such as Flounder, Snapper, Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Tripletail, Snook, and Tarpon and more!. You and the captain will be fishing with light tackle in order to catch them.
All the fishing gear and licenses are covered in the price, so you'll only need to bring some snacks and drinks for the trip. While on your way to and from each fishing spot, you can relax and admire the beautiful mangroves, a large variety of avian species, and wild marine life!
Captain Josh's trips are not only for adults but children and families too! Best Catch Fishing Charters caters to all needs and can offer trips from Sarasota Bay to Boca Grande which has a legendary annual Tarpon season. The whole family can have a wonderful time!
Book today to make memories you won't forget!
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Teddy Cardoso5.0Verifiedcaught giant red drum
4HR FALL *WINTER BREAK * SPECIAL on May 18, 2026 • 3 adultsWhat an amazing fishing day!! Two of my buddies flew in from Cali and it was there first time fishing the Gulf of America. Josh and the GOA didn’t disappoint, we nailed them. Great captain and extended the trip at no charge to get us on some keeper red drum since everything we caught was too large to keep. wonderful time and we ended up shooting Captain Josh some love at the end of the trip for his hard work and perseverance. Would highly recommend.
Anthony Dear5.0VerifiedGreat day because of the Capt.
4HR FALL *WINTER BREAK * SPECIAL - 1:30 PM on December 23, 2025 • 4 adultsWith inshore low tide, Capt. Josh took us 9 miles offshore to deeper water. He wasn’t satisfied until fish were coming over the rails nonstop. We caught fish at every spot, but the captain kept working and found us an isolated place with larger snapper and sheepshead! Capt. Josh found a large school of suspended fish, so he changed up the rigs for everyone to slow-drift live shrimp into the strike zone! We appreciate his efforts, and everyone had a great time. We will definitely book again.
Jake Coulter5.0VerifiedBest Charter I’ve Been On
4HR FALL *WINTER BREAK * SPECIAL on August 12, 2026 • 5 adultsCpt. Josh and First Mate, Nick, made sure we caught fish and when a spot ran out they put us on more. They cleaned the fish for us and it was an overall great experience. Would give them more stars if I could. Will definitely book them again if I’m in the area. Thanks fellas!
Andrew Wright5.0VerifiedMyles Shaw Offshore Charters
4HR FALL *WINTER BREAK * SPECIAL on August 6, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childMyles was excellent with my daughter Paisley, keeping her fishing and reeling them in until the bite slowed down. All 3 of us had an excellent time, I will be recommending Myles and leaving his card posted at my Uncle’s Air BnB! Thanks for the memories
Richard Prichard5.0VerifiedGreat day fishing!
4HR FALL *WINTER BREAK * SPECIAL on October 5, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 childrenWe caught fish the entire day! Josh was helpful, knowledgeable, great with our kids and most importantly put us on the fish. Great experience all around and highly recommend booking with him.
Jonathan Burns5.0VerifiedAwesome fishing trip
4HR FALL *WINTER BREAK * SPECIAL - 1:30 PM on July 3, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 childWe caught over a dozen fish, each of us catching multiple fish & different types. Captain Joshua knew where to go & was always ready to help with whatever issues came up. Highly recommend!
Tim BischoffRepeat angler5.0Verifiedlimited out in 1.5 hours
2 Hour Trip – Inshore Special on July 3, 2026 • 4 adultsWe booked a 2 hour trip with Captain Josh. we said we’re trying to feed 13 people tonight and he said no problem. he delivered!!! Great day great boat great crew. Thanks captain
Brad KatzenbergerRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat day on the Bay
4HR FALL *WINTER BREAK * SPECIAL - 1:30 PM on December 31, 2025 • 2 adultsFishing was a little slow this week due to some colder temps, but the Capt stayed on it and was determined to get us on fish. What started out looking like a slow morning, ended up with all 5 of us on board catching multiple sea trout and a few other species thrown in the mix(gag grouper, jack, sheepshead and puppy drum).
Amy Ceronie5.0VerifiedGreat with kids
2 Hour Trip – Inshore Special on April 5, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 childrenOn our vacation to Florida, we thought we would try taking the boys fishing. They loved it. The captain was great interacting with the boys. They caught fish and said it was the best part of the vacation. Well worth the money!
- Ben RuddockRepeat angler5.0Verified
Amazing Day On The Water
6HR FALL /WINTER SPECIAL (AM TRIP) on March 12, 2026 • 4 adultsThe 4 of us had a great day on the water catching Snook and Trout. Captain Josh had a ton of spots that produced fish and kept us busy all day. You know you’re with the right captain when other guides are calling him to ask for advice. Would recommend!
FAQs about Best Coast Charters FISH GUARANTEED
- US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore Special (2 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore Special - 10:30 AM (2 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore Special - 12:30 PM (2 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore Special - 2:30 PM (2 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore Special - 4:30 PM (2 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 5 guests - 4HR FALL *WINTER BREAK * SPECIAL (4 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 5 guests - 4HR FALL *WINTER BREAK * SPECIAL - 1:30 PM (4 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4HR- FAMILY VACATION SPECIAL (4 hours)
- US $850 per group, additional US $50 per person after 5 guests - 6HR FALL /WINTER SPECIAL (AM TRIP) (6 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Tarpon (6 hours)
- US $1,150 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Tarpon (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Multimedia system
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (On my vessel live bait will be provided 100% of the time. Weather it is shrimp or shiner season, I will either or, if not both!.)
- Fishing license (Fully included saltwater license and snook permits.)
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Trolling
- Black Drum
- Cobia
- Flounder
- Grouper (Gag)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
- Tripletail
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Black Drum
Cobia
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King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Sheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)
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