Gulf Fishing Guides- Fish Guaranteed! 

4.6
(154 reviews)
 
State licensed
 200 Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217, United States–

Gulf Fishing Guides- Fish Guaranteed! 

Bradenton Beach, FL, United States
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24 ft
6
4.6
(154 reviews)

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CATCH FISH GUARANTEED! Voted #1 in Tampa Bay and we are brand new to FishingBooker!

Serving Siesta Key, Sarasota, Bradenton, and Anna Maria Island. Florida’s Best Fishing has the highest trained and most knowledgeable local captains in the area that will ensure a successful and fun fishing experience for you and your guests. Book with confidence and as always, fish guaranteed!

On your trip, we will target Gag Grouper, Goliath Grouper, Red Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Gray Triggerfish, Snook, 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.Fish inshore and backwater or head offshore up to 10 miles and even further targeting sharks and migratory species. Catch Fish Guaranteed on every trip every time!

Kids are 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 boats that can hold up to 6 passengers comfortably with partial shade. All boats come comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. We provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is 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 can tell you more.

It’s always wise to bring sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), and 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. Tips are always greatly appreciated for your captain.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a reel fun day on the water with Gulf Coast Fishing Guides and lets bend some rods!

CATCH FISH GUARANTEED! Voted #1 in Tampa Bay and we are brand new to FishingBooker!

Serving Siesta Key, Sarasota, Bradenton, and Anna Maria Island. Florida’s Best Fishing has the highest trained and most knowledgeable local captains in the area that will ensure a successful and fun fishing experience for you and your guests. Book with confidence and as always, fish guaranteed!

On your trip, we will target Gag Grouper, Goliath Grouper, Red Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Gray Triggerfish, Snook, 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.Fish inshore and backwater or head offshore up to 10 miles and even further targeting sharks and migratory species. Catch Fish Guaranteed on every trip every time!

Kids are 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 boats that can hold up to 6 passengers comfortably with partial shade. All boats come comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. We provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is 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 can tell you more.

It’s always wise to bring sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), and 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. Tips are always greatly appreciated for your captain.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a reel fun day on the water with Gulf Coast Fishing Guides and lets bend some rods!

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AMI 2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM)
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Snook
+8
US $362
Entire boat: up to 4 people
AMI Sunset & Fish 3 Hours
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
Permit
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+6
US $429
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 3:00 PM)
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Snook
+8
US $472
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (12:00 PM, 1:00 PM)
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Snook
+8
US $472
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3 Hour Trip - Fish N Fun (4PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
Amberjack
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Snook
+8
US $472
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Snook
+8
US $604
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.6
154 reviews
4.4
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (140)

What anglers say

79%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
86%
Good boat
88%
Recommended
91%
Caught fish

All reviews (154)

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Jim Sandoval
Jim Sandoval
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
Verified
My Kids Best Trip Ever!
2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun (6PM) on July 16, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children

Captain Brent was outstanding! He was engaging, patient, and made my wife, son, daughter, and me feel welcome from the moment we stepped aboard. This was easily the best fishing trip our family has ever had. We all caught fish, and my 6-year-old son outfished everyone! Captain Brent made him feel comfortable and confident every step of the way. My daughter also caught plenty of fish and had an amazing time. We caught an incredible variety of fish, including catfish, sea trout, oyster toadfish, ladyfish, silver perch, and pigfish. We even got to see dolphins, which made the trip even more memorable. To top it all off, we enjoyed a beautiful sunset on the ride back. Thank you, Captain Brent, for an unforgettable experience. We can’t wait to fish with you again!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Bull Shark
Andy Willrath
Andy Willrath
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Such a fun time!
3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore on October 16, 2026 • 4 adults

We went out for the 3 hour Fun Fishing trip. Captain Devin was really knowledgeable of the various areas and told us a lot about the waterways we fished in. He made sure we all caught several fish. We pulled in Blue Runners, Jacks, Sail Cat, Lizard Fish and others. We also spotted some bonnet head shark, dolphins & manatees along the way. We had an amazing time and would definitely recommend!

Reported catch:
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Mangrove Snapper
Jose Hernandez
Jose Hernandez
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Awesome trip for the kids and the adults.
AMI 2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun - 1:00 PM on June 19, 2026 • 2 adults • 3 children

James was awesome, went and did a two hour trip for my birthday with the wife and kids, kids had an amazing experience seeing the dolphins and swimming in the sand bar. As well they helped with fishing when I did a little fishing with James as he was showing me how to better my skills, as Im trying to pick up fishing again. Caught a nice size fish but it came off the line last second as I was reeling but none the less it was a great time. I would definitely recommend and will come back to fish with James. Thank you again.

Jesse Kinkead
Jesse Kinkead
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
Great first experience
AMI 2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun on September 9, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

This was our first experience on a fishing charter boat. We had 3 generations on the boat, and the youngest caught the biggest one which made it all worth it. Only issue is with Fishing Booker itself. There was great communication from the time of inquiry a week before the trip, but the day-before and day-of there were zero responses to questions we had. Then had an issue on the day of booking because our charter boat didn't arrive on time but a few minutes after our booking time of 8 am; which we were told to arrive 15 minutes early so we waited on the dock for about 20 minutes. I couldn't reach anybody through the provided phone #. The captain eventually showed up and apologized due to getting last minute bait for us. There needs to be a better process to communicate with someone at the time of booking. It left us a little frustrated but once the boat arrived, the captain was kind and we enjoyed the rest of the trip with him. He also made sure we got our full time in and even cleaned and fileted the fish for us. Also, he let my son borrow a fishing pole for the rest of our trip for free. Certainly, an adventure to remember, but next time we'll do the 3 hour trip instead, and hopefully catch a few more fish.

Deborah Lee
Deborah Lee
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great experience!
3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore on June 12, 2026 • 4 adults

Captain Jamie was fun and excellent with our 14 yr old first timers. They caught a couple of fish, had a stop at the sandbar swam and caught some crabs. We hit bird island and fished and he gave a great tour of the area with a lot of information and fishing tips. It was a lot packed into 3 hours but seemed relaxing and fun. The next morning the boys took what they learned and hit the pier for more fishing! Thank you for the experience and getting our anglers on track! A truly once in a lifetime experience.

FAQs about Gulf Fishing Guides- Fish Guaranteed!

Gulf Fishing Guides- Fish Guaranteed! offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $362 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - AMI 2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun (2 hours)
  • US $362 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - AMI 2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun - 1:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $362 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - AMI 2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun - 10:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $362 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - AMI 2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $362 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - AMI 2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $362 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - AMI 2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun - 4:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $429 per group, additional US $40 per person after 4 guests - AMI Sunset & Fish 3 Hours (3 hours)
  • US $472 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip - Fish N Fun (4PM) (3 hours)
  • US $472 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (3 hours)
  • US $472 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (3 hours)
  • US $472 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore - 1:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $472 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore - 3:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $604 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $604 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Gulf Fishing Guides- Fish Guaranteed!, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Gulf Fishing Guides- Fish Guaranteed! include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is provided and included in the price)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (If you would like your fish cleaned, just ask your captain!)
  • Drinks (We offer bottled water but more than welcome to bring your own beverages as long as its not glass)
  • Fishing license (License is included in trip price )
Gulf Fishing Guides- Fish Guaranteed! offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (We don’t offer freshwater trips )
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (If we are able to travel offshore, we will stay within 3 miles )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Gulf Fishing Guides- Fish Guaranteed! offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Handline
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Gulf Fishing Guides- Fish Guaranteed! include:
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grunt
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout

Your operator

AMI Charter Fishing
AMI Charter Fishing
Bradenton Beach, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
491 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since December 2023
Our local and highly knowledgeable fishing Captains will ensure the best possible fishing experience. These waters are known for snappers, groupers, and a wide variety of other species and we will show you how to catch them. We have a trick or two up our sleeve and the only way to learn is to join us for a fun day out on the water!
Our Team
Karl P.
Karl P.
Captain
Taylor S.
Taylor S.
Captain
Jamie L.
Jamie L.
Captain
Brian F.
Brian F.
Captain
Danny G.
Danny G.
Captain
AMI Charter Fishing
AMI Charter Fishing
1
reports
491
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
Our local and highly knowledgeable fishing Captains will ensure the best possible fishing experience. These waters are known for snappers, groupers, and a wide variety of other species and we will show you how to catch them. We have a trick or two up our sleeve and the only way to learn is to join us for a fun day out on the water!
The crew
Karl P.
Karl P.
Captain
Taylor S.
Taylor S.
Captain
Jamie L.
Jamie L.
Captain
Brian F.
Brian F.
Captain
Danny G.
Danny G.
Captain

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Grunt
Grunt
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Grunt
Grunt
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle

Real catches by this captain

  • A proud angler holding a colorful Snapper while fishing on a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Scup (Porgy)
    James L.
    James L.
    Our family all caught fish on this quick 2 hour fun n sun trip. We caught grunts, catfish, pin tail and even a puffer fish. The water was clear and calm and Jaime was really personable and made the trip fun. we would go again, even if he is a Red Sox fan!
  • Adult angler reeling in a fish beside a small boat on calm coastal waters at sunset.
    Amber H.
    Amber H.
    caught mostly cat fish because it was low tide but it was a lot of fun. captain was really cool and entertaining
  • A group of five friends enjoying a sunset on a small boat, capturing a memorable moment on the water.
    Larry W.
    Larry W.
    Captain Jamie was very entertaining and he took us out fishing and we saw many dolphins, caught a variety of fish and even saw the beautiful sunset on our way back. Highly recommend the 2 hour evening trip!
  • A young boy and an adult pose together on a boat, enjoying a fishing trip, with a dock visible in the background.
    Ryan M.
    Ryan M.
    Are captain was awesome made the trip worth it in its self! he got us on the fish an kept us on the fish! Captain Jim was absolutely awesome super knowledgable an kept the trip exciting! definitely will us him again next year!
  • Anglers enjoying a successful fishing trip, showcasing a caught fish on a boat with a scenic backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Mutton Snapper
    Carol R.
    Carol R.
    We booked last minute because a previous boat we reserved different company failed. This was my sons birthday gift and Kim and Captain Jaime were so accommodating, they made my son have the best birthday, Truly a blessing 🙌 this company. We will definitely book more with this company. I caught a trout and my son will eat it. The whole family caught so many catfish but we threw them back. Overall this was truly a great experience.
  • A proud angler displaying a freshly caught fish on a boat, showcasing a fun day of fishing with family.
    Fish 1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Steve L.
    Steve L.
    only caught a few small fish but the family enjoyed the experience. capt Devin was great. If you are looking for a short fun fishing trip and don’t have big expectations on what you catch. this is a great time. highly recomend.
  • Young angler proudly holding a spotted seatrout aboard a fishing boat with open water in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Speckled Trout
    Jim S.
    Jim S.
    Captain Brent was outstanding! He was engaging, patient, and made my wife, son, daughter, and me feel welcome from the moment we stepped aboard. This was easily the best fishing trip our family has ever had. We all caught fish, and my 6-year-old son outfished everyone! Captain Brent made him feel comfortable and confident every step of the way. My daughter also caught plenty of fish and had an amazing time. We caught an incredible variety of fish, including catfish, sea trout, oyster toadfish, ladyfish, silver perch, and pigfish. We even got to see dolphins, which made the trip even more memorable. To top it all off, we enjoyed a beautiful sunset on the ride back. Thank you, Captain Brent, for an unforgettable experience. We can’t wait to fish with you again!
  • A young angler joyfully holding a freshly caught fish while fishing from a small boat in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Red Grouper
    Ashley H.
    Ashley H.
    Captain Jamie was hands down the BEST!!! He made the whole trip a blast!! 
  • Two anglers celebrating a successful catch of a large Grouper while fishing on a boat in clear waters.
    Fish 1
    Goliath Grouper
    Bryan M.
    Bryan M.
    I highly recommend this experience especially if you have a family. The Captain makes all the difference and the best is Captain Brenton. We caught fish nonstop including a Goliath Grouper. This was worth every penny.
  • Angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Snapper while fishing on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Mangrove Snapper
    Anthony M.
    Anthony M.
    Well, they call it fishing for a reason. Captain Thomas was good. He got us on some fish. I've never fished light tackle so that was interesting. They advertised having water and light snacks but that was not the case with our Captain. It could have been a communication problem as we learned he was contracted to take the trip for another Captain. The Captains name on our paperwork was not the Captain that showed up late to by the way. On a plus side, if it hadn't been for my friend who is diabetic having to go back to get some lunch, we would have kept fishing because the Captain wasn't trying to stop us at 12 like it was booked for. We like the Captain and recommend him but take your own water and snacks. Don't expect a variety or abundance of fish. Expect to catch and release as we caught several grouper and had to release them as we were told we couldn't keep them. We ended up bringing home 7 snappers. The Captains in VA and NC have done better than the one in Florida. Maybe next time.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
1998
Restored in
2021
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Boat type
Skiff
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Handline
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is provided and included in the price
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
If you would like your fish cleaned, just ask your captain!
Drinks
We offer bottled water but more than welcome to bring your own beverages as long as its not glass
Fishing license
License is included in trip price

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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Bradenton Beach to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
All ages are welcome!
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 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Bradenton Beach right now

CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
PermitPermit
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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