Gulf Fishing Guides 

4.4/5 (44 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Gulf Drive South 1465, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217, United States

Gulf Fishing Guides 

 
State licensed
4.4/5 (44 reviews)
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Gulf Drive South 1465
Bradenton Beach, FL, United States
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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!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.4/5
out of 5 stars from 44 reviews
Boat
4.3/5
Crew
4.6/5
Experience
4.4/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (51)

Amazing Trip
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Angler rating

31
5
5
3
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

71%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

78%

Recommend this charter

82%

Caught fish

91%

Showing 1 - 5 of 44 reviews
Showing: 5 of 44 reviews
Mike D.
Mike D.
5.0/5

Aug 19, 2025

4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore 8AM

Outstanding day of near shore fishing!

VERIFIED

Gunner was our boat captain. He was top notch! During the fishing excursion he was very informative on local landmarks, the types of fish we were fishing for and the ones we landed. Took us to several locations. Caught a variety of local fish. Our family caught our limit and had a delicious evening meal. We will definitely be returning next year. Thanks for a great family fishing adventure Gunner!!!!

Gunner was our boat captain. He was top notch! During the fishing excursion he was very informative on local landmarks, the types...  

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Saleh P.
Saleh P.
5.0/5

Jun 28, 2025

3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore 1PM

Awesome experience!!

VERIFIED

Had a fantastic fishing trip out on the Gulf of Mexico with Capt. Corey! 🎣 He was incredibly welcoming, professional, and knew exactly how to make the day smooth and successful. Couldn’t have asked for a better guide or a more memorable day on the water. Highly recommend him if you're planning to fish in the area! --- Let me know if you want to add photos or tag a location/business.

Had a fantastic fishing trip out on the Gulf of Mexico with Capt. Corey! 🎣 He was incredibly welcoming, professional, and knew...  

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Lori P.
Lori P.
5.0/5

Oct 2, 2025

4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore 8AM

Fun Trip

VERIFIED
NEW

Had a great trip with Captain Ham Sandwich a.k.a. Jamie. caught fish, toured a bit and even had a dolphin eat a fish off the hook. Would definitely do that trip again if we are in the area.

Had a great trip with Captain Ham Sandwich a.k.a. Jamie. caught fish, toured a bit and even had a dolphin eat a fish off the hook....  

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 Lori P. recommends Gulf Fishing Guides

Marisa F.
Marisa F.
5.0/5

May 5, 2025

2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun 3PM

Great time

VERIFIED

It was a wonderful time and Captin Sullivan matched our laidback vibe. He was ready to go and we immediately caught some fish. He gave us some information of the area and joked around with us. He was really helpful in explaining what we were fishing for and what bait was being used and gave us great instructions.

It was a wonderful time and Captin Sullivan matched our laidback vibe. He was ready to go and we immediately caught some fish....  

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 Marisa F. recommends Gulf Fishing Guides
 Marisa F. recommends Gulf Fishing Guides

Brendan M.
Brendan M.
5.0/5

Oct 11, 2025

2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun 10AM

Amazing Trip

VERIFIED
NEW

Captain Jamie was fantastic. Very knowledgeable in a lot of fun. My 11 year-old son and I had a Blast. 10 out 10 rating.

Captain Jamie was fantastic. Very knowledgeable in a lot of fun. My 11 year-old son and I had a Blast. 10 out 10 rating.  

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 Brendan M. recommends Gulf Fishing Guides
 Brendan M. recommends Gulf Fishing Guides

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2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun 8AM
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US $299 
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2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun 10AM
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2 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
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US $299 
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2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun 1PM
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2 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $299 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun 3PM
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2 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
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US $299 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore 8AM
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $436 
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3 Hour Trip –Inshore/Nearshore 11AM
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
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US $436 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore 1PM
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $436 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore 3PM
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
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US $436 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore 8AM
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $549 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore 1PM
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.4/5
out of 5 stars from 44 reviews
Boat
4.3/5
Crew
4.6/5
Experience
4.4/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (51)

Amazing Trip
Amazing Trip
Amazing Trip
+48

Angler rating

31
5
5
3
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

71%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

78%

Recommend this charter

82%

Caught fish

91%

Showing 1 - 5 of 44 reviews
Showing: 5 of 44 reviews
Mike D.
Mike D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Outstanding day of near shore fishing!

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore 8AM on August 19, 2025

Gunner was our boat captain. He was top notch! During the fishing excursion he was very informative on local landmarks, the types of fish we were fishing for and the ones we landed. Took us to several locations. Caught a variety of local fish. Our family caught our limit and had a delicious evening meal. We will definitely be returning next year. Thanks for a great family fishing adventure Gunner!!!!

Gunner was our boat captain. He was top notch! During the fishing excursion he was very informative on local landmarks, the types of fish we were fishing for and the ones we landed. Took us to several locations. Caught a variety of local fish. Our family caught our limit and had a delicious evening meal. We will definitely be returning next year. Thanks for a great family fishing adventure Gunner!!!!  

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Saleh P.
Saleh P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome experience!!

VERIFIED

3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore 1PM on June 28, 2025

Had a fantastic fishing trip out on the Gulf of Mexico with Capt. Corey! 🎣 He was incredibly welcoming, professional, and knew exactly how to make the day smooth and successful. Couldn’t have asked for a better guide or a more memorable day on the water. Highly recommend him if you're planning to fish in the area! --- Let me know if you want to add photos or tag a location/business.

Had a fantastic fishing trip out on the Gulf of Mexico with Capt. Corey! 🎣 He was incredibly welcoming, professional, and knew exactly how to make the day smooth and successful. Couldn’t have asked for a better guide or a more memorable day on the water. Highly recommend him if you're planning to fish in the area! --- Let me know if you want to add photos or tag a location/business.  

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Lori P.
Lori P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fun Trip

VERIFIED
NEW

4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore 8AM on October 2, 2025

Had a great trip with Captain Ham Sandwich a.k.a. Jamie. caught fish, toured a bit and even had a dolphin eat a fish off the hook. Would definitely do that trip again if we are in the area.

Had a great trip with Captain Ham Sandwich a.k.a. Jamie. caught fish, toured a bit and even had a dolphin eat a fish off the hook. Would definitely do that trip again if we are in the area.  

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 Lori P. recommends Gulf Fishing Guides

Marisa F.
Marisa F.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great time

VERIFIED

2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun 3PM on May 5, 2025

It was a wonderful time and Captin Sullivan matched our laidback vibe. He was ready to go and we immediately caught some fish. He gave us some information of the area and joked around with us. He was really helpful in explaining what we were fishing for and what bait was being used and gave us great instructions.

It was a wonderful time and Captin Sullivan matched our laidback vibe. He was ready to go and we immediately caught some fish. He gave us some information of the area and joked around with us. He was really helpful in explaining what we were fishing for and what bait was being used and gave us great instructions.  

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 Marisa F. recommends Gulf Fishing Guides

Brendan M.
Brendan M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Amazing Trip

VERIFIED
NEW

2 Hour Trip – Fish N Fun 10AM on October 11, 2025

Captain Jamie was fantastic. Very knowledgeable in a lot of fun. My 11 year-old son and I had a Blast. 10 out 10 rating.

Captain Jamie was fantastic. Very knowledgeable in a lot of fun. My 11 year-old son and I had a Blast. 10 out 10 rating.  

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FAQs about Gulf Fishing Guides

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The fish you can target

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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
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