AMI Charter Fishing – Fish Guaranteed!
Voted Best Family Fishing Charter on Anna Maria Island. We Guarantee you catch Fish at AMI Charter Fishing! Our Florida Native Guides will provide the best experience on Anna Maria Island, offering years of local angling knowledge and expertise. We are one of the only Anna Maria Island Native Guide Services operating.
On your fish and fun fishing trip, we will target Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Gray Triggerfish, Snook, Redfish, Sheepshead, Pompano, Permit, Shark, Cobia, Flounder, Spotted Seatrout, King and Spanish Mackerel, and more. On these trips, it’s common to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. We also offer fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.
Kids are always welcome aboard! Child-sized life vests are available, But you can bring your own for comfort. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!
Your trip will take place on one of our many vessels that are ideal for a succesful day of fishing, all of our boats can carry up to 6 passengers. It comes with all the essentials that no fishing vessel can run without. We provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is also included.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain and he can tell you more.
It’s always wise to bring sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), and drinks or snacks. Bottled water will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. Please tip your captain accordingly.
Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with AMI Charter Fishing.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (255)
+252Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
76%
Appropriate for children
94%
Friendly captain
98%
Satisfied with the boat
83%
Recommend this charter
85%
Caught fish
93%
Jul 12, 2025
3 Hour Trip Fish N Fun (4PM)
Great afternoon on the water
We had an excellent afternoon with Captain Danny. At our request, he gave us a quick tour around the bay to help us get familiar with the area before our boat rental the next day. He clearly explained the channels and pointed out important things to watch for. Captain Danny also taught us how to spot bait fish on the surface, which was really helpful. Afterward, he took us out to the reef, where we caught several different species and even had an exciting fight with a ray. To finish the trip, he brought us to the sandbar, where we had fun searching for shells. Highly recommend!
We had an excellent afternoon with Captain Danny. At our request, he gave us a quick tour around the bay to help us get familiar...
May 19, 2025
4 Hr - Inshore/Nearshore (8am)
Family Trip
Scheduled a four hour trip with AMI Charters. Actually didn't realize it went through Fishing Booker but everything still went smoothly. Captain Jamie picked us up at the dock, briefly explained what we could expect for fish as well as how we would fish for them. He took us to multiple spots where we probably caught somewhere in the neighborhood of 40-50 fish. Species we caught were trout, mackerel, grouper, grey snapper, pufferfish, mangrove snapper, and pompano. Nothing big but good action. Our captain also took us to a dolphin nursery area where we got to see a family up close. An added bonus was seeing a couple manatees by the gulf. I would definitely recommend this trip for anyone looking to catch a good number of fish but at the same time being reasonable about the size because, once again we didn't catch anything big. Also, four hours was plenty of time to get the full experience.
Scheduled a four hour trip with AMI Charters. Actually didn't realize it went through Fishing Booker but everything still went...
Apr 16, 2025
2 Hour Trip Fish N Fun (5PM)
Great adventure with kids
Booked this 2 Hr fishing trip for teen son and me, and we had a great time. Our Captain, Jeff, was personable and engaging. Jeff knew a lot about the islands and the wildlife, and highlighted several points of interest on our ride out to fish. This trip is great for those who fish often (like my son) and folks who don't (like me)! We caught several different types of fish and even saw dolphins. We had a great time and would highly recommend this trip and the Captain when visiting the AMI area.
Booked this 2 Hr fishing trip for teen son and me, and we had a great time. Our Captain, Jeff, was personable and engaging. Jeff...
Jul 30, 2025
2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun (8AM)
Amazing 2 hr Trip!!!
We got picked up by Gunner & went over into a little cove where we caught multiple catfish, some little snappers, AND A SHARK!!!! Gunner was amazing & took us out looking for dolphins & sharks after we fished!! We’ve been coming to A.M.I. for 7 years & this was our first time booking a fishing trip…will definitely book again!!!
We got picked up by Gunner & went over into a little cove where we caught multiple catfish, some little snappers, AND A SHARK!!!!...
May 25, 2025
2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun (10am)
Great time with Karl
Karl was down-to-earth and knew what he was doing. Not only were we able to catch a variety of fish with our 3 children (3,5,7yo), but we saw a manatee, sea turtle, and he knew the exact way for dolphins to follow and jump in and out of the water right at our boat! It for sure was memorable and we would totally recommend it! - love from Boston!
Karl was down-to-earth and knew what he was doing. Not only were we able to catch a variety of fish with our 3 children (3,5,7yo),...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (255)
+252Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
76%
Appropriate for children
94%
Friendly captain
98%
Satisfied with the boat
83%
Recommend this charter
85%
Caught fish
93%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great afternoon on the water
3 Hour Trip Fish N Fun (4PM) on July 12, 2025
We had an excellent afternoon with Captain Danny. At our request, he gave us a quick tour around the bay to help us get familiar with the area before our boat rental the next day. He clearly explained the channels and pointed out important things to watch for. Captain Danny also taught us how to spot bait fish on the surface, which was really helpful. Afterward, he took us out to the reef, where we caught several different species and even had an exciting fight with a ray. To finish the trip, he brought us to the sandbar, where we had fun searching for shells. Highly recommend!
We had an excellent afternoon with Captain Danny. At our request, he gave us a quick tour around the bay to help us get familiar with the area before our boat rental the next day. He clearly explained the channels and pointed out important things to watch for. Captain Danny also taught us how to spot bait fish on the surface, which was really helpful. Afterward, he took us out to the reef, where we caught several different species and even had an exciting fight with a ray. To finish the trip,...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Family Trip
4 Hr - Inshore/Nearshore (8am) on May 19, 2025
Scheduled a four hour trip with AMI Charters. Actually didn't realize it went through Fishing Booker but everything still went smoothly. Captain Jamie picked us up at the dock, briefly explained what we could expect for fish as well as how we would fish for them. He took us to multiple spots where we probably caught somewhere in the neighborhood of 40-50 fish. Species we caught were trout, mackerel, grouper, grey snapper, pufferfish, mangrove snapper, and pompano. Nothing big but good action. Our captain also took us to a dolphin nursery area where we got to see a family up close. An added bonus was seeing a couple manatees by the gulf. I would definitely recommend this trip for anyone looking to catch a good number of fish but at the same time being reasonable about the size because, once again we didn't catch anything big. Also, four hours was plenty of time to get the full experience.
Scheduled a four hour trip with AMI Charters. Actually didn't realize it went through Fishing Booker but everything still went smoothly. Captain Jamie picked us up at the dock, briefly explained what we could expect for fish as well as how we would fish for them. He took us to multiple spots where we probably caught somewhere in the neighborhood of 40-50 fish. Species we caught were trout, mackerel, grouper, grey snapper, pufferfish, mangrove snapper, and pompano. Nothing big but good action....
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great adventure with kids
2 Hour Trip Fish N Fun (5PM) on April 16, 2025
Booked this 2 Hr fishing trip for teen son and me, and we had a great time. Our Captain, Jeff, was personable and engaging. Jeff knew a lot about the islands and the wildlife, and highlighted several points of interest on our ride out to fish. This trip is great for those who fish often (like my son) and folks who don't (like me)! We caught several different types of fish and even saw dolphins. We had a great time and would highly recommend this trip and the Captain when visiting the AMI area.
Booked this 2 Hr fishing trip for teen son and me, and we had a great time. Our Captain, Jeff, was personable and engaging. Jeff knew a lot about the islands and the wildlife, and highlighted several points of interest on our ride out to fish. This trip is great for those who fish often (like my son) and folks who don't (like me)! We caught several different types of fish and even saw dolphins. We had a great time and would highly recommend this trip and the Captain when visiting the AMI area....
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Amazing 2 hr Trip!!!
2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun (8AM) on July 30, 2025
We got picked up by Gunner & went over into a little cove where we caught multiple catfish, some little snappers, AND A SHARK!!!! Gunner was amazing & took us out looking for dolphins & sharks after we fished!! We’ve been coming to A.M.I. for 7 years & this was our first time booking a fishing trip…will definitely book again!!!
We got picked up by Gunner & went over into a little cove where we caught multiple catfish, some little snappers, AND A SHARK!!!! Gunner was amazing & took us out looking for dolphins & sharks after we fished!! We’ve been coming to A.M.I. for 7 years & this was our first time booking a fishing trip…will definitely book again!!!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great time with Karl
2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun (10am) on May 25, 2025
Karl was down-to-earth and knew what he was doing. Not only were we able to catch a variety of fish with our 3 children (3,5,7yo), but we saw a manatee, sea turtle, and he knew the exact way for dolphins to follow and jump in and out of the water right at our boat! It for sure was memorable and we would totally recommend it! - love from Boston!
Karl was down-to-earth and knew what he was doing. Not only were we able to catch a variety of fish with our 3 children (3,5,7yo), but we saw a manatee, sea turtle, and he knew the exact way for dolphins to follow and jump in and out of the water right at our boat! It for sure was memorable and we would totally recommend it! - love from Boston!
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