INSHORE FISHING ON FLORIDA'S SUNCOAST!
We are blessed to call this amazing section of Florida's West Coast home. Our wide variety of gamefish presents us with an opportunity to go after multiple species every day.
Our fishing guides will take you through the flats and mangrove shorelines of Tampa Bay and the Gulf. We love getting clients a slam on every trip. Any mix of three species can make up an Inshore Slam. Redfish, Snook and Trout are the usual big three. But we have Tarpon that call this area home year round and always try to get them on the line. Come see for yourself!
** A note on our calendar and trip times **
Our calendar will look open in most cases. We only block out dates that have all three time slots booked.
When you book please select your preferred start time:
Each day has three trip slots:
• Sunrise 6am to 10am
• Afternoon 11am to 3pm
• Sunset 4pm to 8pm
After booking I will contact you and confirm the time and meeting place for our trip.
Captain
Paul Duffey
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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
100%
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Inshore Slam Trip - Spin, Bait, Fly on February 10, 2025
We had a great day with Captain Paul. It was exactly the kind of fishing I wanted to do. Captain Paul got us on the fish. The equipment, tackle and boat are all excellent. Everything was great. Captain Paul's knowledge of the area and just fishing in general is superb. We had a great day of fishing and conversation. Captain Paul went above and beyond to ensure we had a great trip. We'll book with him again and highly recommend Captain Paul to anyone else who likes this kind of fishing. Thanks Captain Paul!
We had a great day with Captain Paul. It was exactly the kind of fishing I wanted to do. Captain Paul got us on the fish. The equipment, tackle and boat are all excellent. Everything was great. Captain Paul's knowledge of the area and just fishing in general is superb. We had a great day of fishing and conversation. Captain Paul went above and beyond to ensure we had a great trip. We'll book with him again and highly recommend Captain Paul to anyone else who likes this kind of fishing. Thanks...
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Inshore Slam Trip - Spin, Bait, Fly on November 10, 2024
Me and my wife had a great time sight fishing for snook and redfish back in the mangrove creeks and flats. Threw softbaits all day as Paul poled us up to all the various mullet schools. We caught snook / trout and a few mangroves. The redfish werent being as cooperative but we had plenty of chances. Paul was very knowledgeable of unique spots to time the various areas with the falling tide. Great equipment and we truly had a fun afternoon. I usually fish with a guide once a month and I would definitely recommend Paul again.
Me and my wife had a great time sight fishing for snook and redfish back in the mangrove creeks and flats. Threw softbaits all day as Paul poled us up to all the various mullet schools. We caught snook / trout and a few mangroves. The redfish werent being as cooperative but we had plenty of chances. Paul was very knowledgeable of unique spots to time the various areas with the falling tide. Great equipment and we truly had a fun afternoon. I usually fish with a guide once a month and I...
United States
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Inshore Slam Trip - Spin, Bait, Fly on August 18, 2024
Had a great trip with Capt Paul. Very knowledgeable about the area and will definitely put you on the fish. His boat was awesome and the gear was top notch. 100% would recommend to others and I will definitely be back. Thanks again Capt.
Had a great trip with Capt Paul. Very knowledgeable about the area and will definitely put you on the fish. His boat was awesome and the gear was top notch. 100% would recommend to others and I will definitely be back. Thanks again Capt.
Bluffton, South Carolina
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Inshore Slam Trip - Spin, Bait, Fly on August 1, 2024
This guy can flat out find fish ! Had a great outing, his gear and boat are top tier !! His knowledge of fishery is extensive. Will definitely book again !!!
This guy can flat out find fish ! Had a great outing, his gear and boat are top tier !! His knowledge of fishery is extensive. Will definitely book again !!!
United States
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4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fly Fishing on March 1, 2024
I had an amazing day on the water with Captain Paul. From the moment we started, he made the trip not only productive but a ton of fun! He knew exactly where to take us to land fish, and his enthusiasm made the experience even better. Paul's deep knowledge of the fishery and his passion for fishing were clear throughout the day. On top of that, he’s just a great guy to spend time with on the water. If you're looking for a guide who really knows his stuff and guarantees a great time, Captain Paul is the one. Highly recommend!
I had an amazing day on the water with Captain Paul. From the moment we started, he made the trip not only productive but a ton of fun! He knew exactly where to take us to land fish, and his enthusiasm made the experience even better. Paul's deep knowledge of the fishery and his passion for fishing were clear throughout the day. On top of that, he’s just a great guy to spend time with on the water. If you're looking for a guide who really knows his stuff and guarantees a great time, Captain...
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Ruskin, Florida, United States
Man, I love what I do! Being a guide for me is an excuse to fish with new friends and give them the bow time they have been longing for. Sight fishing for Florida's top inshore species is an addiction and gets your blood pumping! It is similar to hunting where you have to pay close attention, read your surroundings while stalking these fish to take advantage of opportunities. Going after snook, Tarpon, and big Redfish are just a few of the targets you will see on each trip. Sight fishing the flats is a challenge with some big rewards and my clients absolutely love it! I love the history of fishing here in Florida. I grew up watching Flip on the Walker's Cay Chronicles and José Wejebe, dreaming that one day I would have a chance to be a guide. I started Tampa Bay Fishing Charters to bring that dream to life. I know I will never be Flip but hopefully I can do my part to continue growing the passion for this sport through my client's adventures. We are always chasing that next rush of excitement when that drag starts screaming, it makes you feel alive in your soul. I hope to see you on the bow of the skiff soon!
River Fishing
If you want to go after some trophy bass we can go out on beautiful Lake Tarpon. This is one of the best lakes in the state for bass and other freshwater species.
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If you prefer to fish with live bait vs lures that i great. Just let me know and I will have everything we need on the skiff before you arrive.
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You do not need to buy a license; you are covered under my charter license for the length of our trip.
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Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.
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Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.