Looking to go fishing in Tampa? Inshore Fishing Charters is your ticket! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Mikeal is prepared to put you on fish.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Snook, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Flounder, Tarpon, Sheepshead, and anything else that bites. On these trips, it’s common to use light tackle. Fish caught during the trip are yours to take with you, provided they’re legal to keep. Catch cleaning is available so that you can take your fish home without any hassle. Keep a cooler ready in the car!

Your excursion begins aboard a 22’ Seaborn that can carry up to 4 guests. It has everything else you need for a productive day on the water and there’s a toilet on board for your convenience. You’ll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but it’s good to ask about this, so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.

There’s no need to buy a fishing license, which means all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Simply ask, and your captain can tell you more. If you’re traveling with the family, you’ll be glad to know that kids 4 years and up are welcome aboard! 

Don’t forget to bring sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, sunglasses, snacks, and drinks. Capt. Mikeal will have bottled water and ice available for you.

Now, time to hit the water with Inshore Fishing Charters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $500
    This trip specializes in targeting Redfish, Snook, and Trout. Depending on the time of year, anglers can catch other species, such as Tarpon and inshore Grouper Mangrove Snapper. Items provided are license, tackle, bait, ice, and water. Recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, snacks, and beverages.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Inshore
    In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $700
    This trip specializes in targeting Redfish, Snook, and Trout. Depending on the time of year, anglers can catch other species, such as Tarpon and inshore Grouper Mangrove Snapper. Items provided are license, tackle, bait, ice, and water. Recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, snacks, and beverages.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
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FAQs about Inshore Fishing Charters

Inshore Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • $500 per group, additional $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
  • $700 per group, additional $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip – Inshore (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Inshore Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Inshore Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Premium fishing tackle.)
  • Live Bait (Seasonal)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Completed at the end of the charter.)
  • Drinks (Water and Ice)
  • Fishing License (We have all the licenses required for your charter)

Inshore Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Inshore Fishing Charters offers the following fishing technique:
  • Light Tackle (Premium fishing tackle is provided.)

Top targeted fish species with Inshore Fishing Charters include:
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Mikeal Smythe
Tampa, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
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1 Customer reviews
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Member since March 2023
I was born and raised here in Tampa. I fished the waters of Tampa Bay since age 6. Once I graduated high school I joined the Army and spent 15 years on active duty traveling all over the world. After leaving the military, I decided that I wanted to spend my days on the water spreading the joys of fishing. I pride myself on teaching our customers about the history of Tampa Bay and fishery conservation.

About this listing

Targeted species

Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Sheepshead Sheepshead
Snook Snook

Boat specs

Seaborn (Center console) originally built in 2022. Powered by a 250HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Premium fishing tackle is provided.

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Premium fishing tackle.
Live Bait
Seasonal
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Completed at the end of the charter.
Drinks
Water and Ice
Fishing License
We have all the licenses required for your charter

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
We accept kids ages 4 and up.
You Keep Catch
We clean all of your fish after the charter.
Catch and Release Allowed
Optional based on the customer's desires.

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Inshore on July 22, 2023
Mikeal is a very good guide and took us to many locations in search of the biggest fish. My 12 year old son really enjoyed...
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