Matador Deep Sea Fishing
+14If you're ready to discover fishing in St. Pete Beach, we've got you covered with Matador Deep Sea Fishing. Your guide for the day is Captain John Kavanagh, bringing aboard years of sportfishing experience.
These waters are known for Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Red Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Lane Snapper, Blackfin Tuna, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. You can expect to do some light tackle fishing, trolling, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks for a boost of energy when needed!
You'll step aboard a 42' H&H with room for 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels. Live bait is included, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.
You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. It's customary to tip the Mate 20% to show your appreciation.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.
A few items to bring include bottled water, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with Matador Deep Sea Fishing!
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Matador Deep Sea Fishing
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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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1/2 day 4 Hour Inshore on April 24, 2025
We had a great experience with the Captain and crew. It was a fun and exciting fishing day. I would recommend this boat and captain for your future fishing experiences
We had a great experience with the Captain and crew. It was a fun and exciting fishing day. I would recommend this boat and captain for your future fishing experiences
FAQs about Matador Deep Sea Fishing
What are the trip rates for Matador Deep Sea Fishing?
Matador Deep Sea Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
- US $1,095 per group - 1/2 day 4 Hour Inshore (4 hours)
- US $1,701 per group - 3/4 Day 6 Hour (6 hours)
- US $2,250 per group - Full Day 8 Hour Offshore (8 hours)
- US $2,806 per group - Full Day Extended 10 Hour (10 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Matador Deep Sea Fishing?
When you book a trip with Matador Deep Sea Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet
- Air Conditioning
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia System
- Outriggers
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Matador Deep Sea Fishing?
Trips booked with Matador Deep Sea Fishing include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First Mate
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Matador Deep Sea Fishing offer?
Matador Deep Sea Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
- Offshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Matador Deep Sea Fishing offer?
Matador Deep Sea Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Matador Deep Sea Fishing?
Top targeted fish species with Matador Deep Sea Fishing include:
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Red)
- Snapper (Lane)
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Red)
- Tuna (Blackfin)
Your operator
St. Petersburg, Florida, United States
Capt. John Kavanagh is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of St. Pete Beach, Florida. This area is known for Red Grouper, Mangrove Snapper and Red Snapper and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, trolling, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia System
Outriggers
Ice Box
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Fishing License
How cancellations work
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
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:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.
What’s biting in St. Petersburg right now
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)
Snapper (Red)
Tuna (Blackfin)