Baitrun Charters 

5.0/5 (15 reviews)
 
State licensed
 5535 West Prescott Street, Tampa, FL 33616, United States
 
State licensed
5.0/5 (15 reviews)
 angler's choice
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5535 West Prescott Street
Tampa, FL, United States
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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.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 15 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (19)

Fantastic Trip
Fantastic Trip
Fantastic Trip
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Angler rating

15
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

93%

Showing 1 - 5 of 15 reviews
Showing: 5 of 15 reviews
Jacob C.
Jacob C.
5.0/5

Aug 7, 2025

3 Hour - Sunrise

Fantastic Trip

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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...  

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 Jacob C. recommends Baitrun Charters
 Jacob C. recommends Baitrun Charters

Elizabeth V. R.
Elizabeth V. R.
5.0/5

Jun 24, 2025

3 Hour - Sunset

Caught over 25 fish

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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...  

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 Elizabeth V. R. recommends Baitrun Charters
 Elizabeth V. R. recommends Baitrun Charters

Michael H.
Michael H.
5.0/5

Jul 5, 2025

3 Hour - Sunset

No tide and multiple thunderstorms

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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...  

 Michael H. recommends Baitrun Charters
 Michael H. recommends Baitrun Charters

Sarah R.
Sarah R.
5.0/5

Aug 2, 2025

3 Hour - Sunrise

Captain James

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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!  

 Sarah R. recommends Baitrun Charters
 Sarah R. recommends Baitrun Charters

Jenna L.
Jenna L.
5.0/5

Mar 21, 2025

3 Hour - Sunset

Our family had a blast on our fishing trip

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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...  

 Jenna L. recommends Baitrun Charters
 Jenna L. recommends Baitrun Charters

Trip availability and prices

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3 Hour - Sunrise
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3 Hour - Sunrise (copy)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3 Hour - Sunset
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3 Hour - Sunset (copy)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip (copy)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip – Custom
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip – Custom
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full day
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 15 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (19)

Fantastic Trip
Fantastic Trip
Fantastic Trip
+16

Angler rating

15
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

93%

Showing 1 - 5 of 15 reviews
Showing: 5 of 15 reviews
Jacob C.
Jacob C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fantastic Trip

VERIFIED
NEW

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.  

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 Jacob C. recommends Baitrun Charters

Elizabeth V. R.
Elizabeth V. R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Caught over 25 fish

VERIFIED

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.  

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 Elizabeth V. R. recommends Baitrun Charters

Michael H.
Michael H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

No tide and multiple thunderstorms

VERIFIED

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  

 Michael H. recommends Baitrun Charters

Sarah R.
Sarah R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Captain James

VERIFIED
NEW

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!  

 Sarah R. recommends Baitrun Charters

Jenna L.
Jenna L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Our family had a blast on our fishing trip

VERIFIED

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.  

 Jenna L. recommends Baitrun Charters

FAQs about Baitrun Charters

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Mako LTS
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots
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