There’s a fish with your name on it in Tampa and Baitrun Charters will help you catch it!
Local species include Gag Grouper, Hogfish, Cobia, Pompano, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Spanish Mackerel, Speckled Trout, Tarpon, Tripletail, and more if you cast your line at the right time of year. On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.
Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are never a bad idea so that everyone stays happy and energized!
Your vessel for the day is a 21’ Center console with room for 3 passengers. It has downriggers, as well as everything else you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you’ll be catching it yourself.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Have in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.
Don’t leave home without sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (19)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
93%
Aug 7, 2025
3 Hour - Sunrise
Captain James took my 8 year old son and 10 year old daughter on a great trip. We started catching fish right away, and also spotted dolphins and a manatee. Great trip, and I'd definitely recommend it.
Captain James took my 8 year old son and 10 year old daughter on a great trip. We started catching fish right away, and also spotted...
Jun 24, 2025
3 Hour - Sunset
Fishing with captain James was an absolute blast with my two boys aged 14 and 10. We ended up in a spot where collectively we caught almost 30 fish all different sorts … even a sting ray and a blow fish. Most we released back, but we did catch dinner 🥘. My boys are already planning their next trip with the captain.
Fishing with captain James was an absolute blast with my two boys aged 14 and 10. We ended up in a spot where collectively we...
Jul 5, 2025
3 Hour - Sunset
James knew we had an afternoon fishing trip wplanned with horrible conditions He tried very hard to At y the start of the day I told him conditions were horrible but if we could get a few mangrove snapper it would be great we had a great t time with my grandson but fish only bite when there is a tide
James knew we had an afternoon fishing trip wplanned with horrible conditions He tried very hard to At y the start of the day...
Aug 2, 2025
3 Hour - Sunrise
Captain James was awesome! Definitely had a good time! I would recommend to anyone looking for a good time catching fish!
Captain James was awesome! Definitely had a good time! I would recommend to anyone looking for a good time catching fish!
Mar 21, 2025
3 Hour - Sunset
Captain James was awesome with our son and the members of our group that were and were not experienced fisherman. Captain James came prepared with all of the gear we needed and was friendly and knowledgeable about the best fishing spots and made our trip enjoyable and relaxing.
Captain James was awesome with our son and the members of our group that were and were not experienced fisherman. Captain James...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (19)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
93%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
3 Hour - Sunrise on August 7, 2025
Captain James took my 8 year old son and 10 year old daughter on a great trip. We started catching fish right away, and also spotted dolphins and a manatee. Great trip, and I'd definitely recommend it.
Captain James took my 8 year old son and 10 year old daughter on a great trip. We started catching fish right away, and also spotted dolphins and a manatee. Great trip, and I'd definitely recommend it.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
3 Hour - Sunset on June 24, 2025
Fishing with captain James was an absolute blast with my two boys aged 14 and 10. We ended up in a spot where collectively we caught almost 30 fish all different sorts … even a sting ray and a blow fish. Most we released back, but we did catch dinner 🥘. My boys are already planning their next trip with the captain.
Fishing with captain James was an absolute blast with my two boys aged 14 and 10. We ended up in a spot where collectively we caught almost 30 fish all different sorts … even a sting ray and a blow fish. Most we released back, but we did catch dinner 🥘. My boys are already planning their next trip with the captain.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
3 Hour - Sunset on July 5, 2025
James knew we had an afternoon fishing trip wplanned with horrible conditions He tried very hard to At y the start of the day I told him conditions were horrible but if we could get a few mangrove snapper it would be great we had a great t time with my grandson but fish only bite when there is a tide
James knew we had an afternoon fishing trip wplanned with horrible conditions He tried very hard to At y the start of the day I told him conditions were horrible but if we could get a few mangrove snapper it would be great we had a great t time with my grandson but fish only bite when there is a tide
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
3 Hour - Sunrise on August 2, 2025
Captain James was awesome! Definitely had a good time! I would recommend to anyone looking for a good time catching fish!
Captain James was awesome! Definitely had a good time! I would recommend to anyone looking for a good time catching fish!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
3 Hour - Sunset on March 21, 2025
Captain James was awesome with our son and the members of our group that were and were not experienced fisherman. Captain James came prepared with all of the gear we needed and was friendly and knowledgeable about the best fishing spots and made our trip enjoyable and relaxing.
Captain James was awesome with our son and the members of our group that were and were not experienced fisherman. Captain James came prepared with all of the gear we needed and was friendly and knowledgeable about the best fishing spots and made our trip enjoyable and relaxing.