FL Gulf Coast Charters
+12Make some memories in Tampa, Florida, and go fishing with FL Gulf Coast Charters. Captain Raymond will be your guide, offering years of knowledge and experience.
Fishing around here will often see you targeting various species, but these 6, 8, and 12-hour trips are focused on only one, the magnificent Tarpon! If you’re looking for a challenge, a Tarpon charter will deliver just that. These giant creatures know how to fight, sometimes weighing up to 200 lb. During these adventures, it’s also common to hook Hammerhead and Bull Shark.
Your boat for the day will be a 24’ Pathfinder, perfect for fishing on the bay and shallow waters. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but it’s good to ask about this, so you know if you’ll be catching it during the trip. You’ll target trophy Tarpon by sight fishing, and the captain will advise on the gear and guide you through the journey.
Fishing on these trips is strictly for sport, and the Tarpon will be released. The charter boat covers your fishing license, so there’s no need to buy one.
FL Gulf Coast Charters is a child-friendly charter service. You’ll want to bring sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water or drinks. Snacks are also a good idea.
And that’s it! Your fishing trip with FL Gulf Coast Charters is just a click away.
Captain
Raymond Culver
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Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
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0%
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Ray just loves to fish
6 Hour Trip – Tarpon on May 25, 2025
I had a great day on the water with Ray and Shane. Although we didn’t hook any fish, it wasn’t for lack of trying. I’ve never had a guide work so hard to get me on fish. He’s extremely knowledgeable of the area, has great equipment and will work as hard as humanly possible to have you be successful. What more could you ask? If I had tomorrow off and he was available, I’d go fishing with him without hesitation.
I had a great day on the water with Ray and Shane. Although we didn’t hook any fish, it wasn’t for lack of trying. I’ve never had a guide work so hard to get me on fish. He’s extremely knowledgeable of the area, has great equipment and will work as hard as humanly possible to have you be successful. What more could you ask? If I had tomorrow off and he was available, I’d go fishing with him without hesitation.
FAQs about FL Gulf Coast Charters
What are the trip rates for FL Gulf Coast Charters?
FL Gulf Coast Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Half day trip (4 hours)
- US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - 6 Hour Trip – Tarpon (6 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - 8 Hour Trip – Tarpon (8 hours)
- US $1,500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - 12 Hour Trip – Tarpon (12 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with FL Gulf Coast Charters?
When you book a trip with FL Gulf Coast Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
What's included in the trip price with FL Gulf Coast Charters?
Trips booked with FL Gulf Coast Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does FL Gulf Coast Charters offer?
FL Gulf Coast Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Flats Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does FL Gulf Coast Charters offer?
FL Gulf Coast Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Fly Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with FL Gulf Coast Charters?
Top targeted fish species with FL Gulf Coast Charters include:
- Tarpon
Your captain
Tampa, Florida, United States
Captain Ray Culver is a Florida native and fourth-generation fishing guide with over 20 years of fishing experience. He's the owner/operator of FL Gulf Coast Charters and loves inshore fishing with live or artificial bait. He aims to provide a safe, exciting, and rewarding adventure for all his customers!
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Fly Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
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
Catch and Release Mandatory
Tarpon
How you can pay
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
Checks
Bank Transfer
What’s biting in Tampa right now
Tarpon