Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters 

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Veteran Owned
 West Gandy Boulevard 5108, Tampa, FL 33611, United States–

Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters 

Tampa, FL, United States
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24 ft
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Book your next trip with Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters and find out what makes the fishing in Tampa so unique. With Captain John at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

You're likely to go after Redfish, Sheepshead, Bonnethead Shark, Mangrove Snapper, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Jack Crevalle, Ladyfish, Cobia, Bluefish, Blacktip Shark, Flounder, Snook, and more with any luck. On these trips, you can expect to drift using light tackle.

Families making of a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Don't forget to bring snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

Capt. John runs a 24' Ranger bay boat that can carry up to 4 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

It's recommended to bring bottled water, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. So make it happen, with Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters!

Book your next trip with Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters and find out what makes the fishing in Tampa so unique. With Captain John at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

You're likely to go after Redfish, Sheepshead, Bonnethead Shark, Mangrove Snapper, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Jack Crevalle, Ladyfish, Cobia, Bluefish, Blacktip Shark, Flounder, Snook, and more with any luck. On these trips, you can expect to drift using light tackle.

Families making of a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Don't forget to bring snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

Capt. John runs a 24' Ranger bay boat that can carry up to 4 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

It's recommended to bring bottled water, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. So make it happen, with Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters!

John Rivers
Captain
John Rivers
23 years of experience
responds within an hour

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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snook
+8
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snook
+8
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people

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FAQs about Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters

Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (These are small rivers that feed into Tampa Bay)
  • Inshore fishing (Tampa Bay and near the flats near Clearwater beac )
  • Nearshore fishing (Just offshore of Clearwater Beach)
  • Flats fishing (Tampa Bay, Tarpon Springs & near Clearwater Beach)
  • Backcountry fishing (Tampa Bay, Tarpon Springs & near Clearwater Beach)
Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters include:
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Ladyfish
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook

Your captain

John Rivers
John Rivers

Tampa, Florida, United States

1 Fishing Report
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2025

I started fishing as a young child and really enjoyed it, after six year tour in the Marines. I went to college to become a teacher, while I was working on my degree. I got my captains license and worked part time as a fishing guide. I fell in love with it and decided not to finish my teaching degree and I've been a fishing guide ever since. I'm going on my 23rd year of guiding

John Rivers
John Rivers
US veteran
1
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2
reviews
2025
member since
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I started fishing as a young child and really enjoyed it, after six year tour in the Marines. I went to college to become a teacher, while I was working on my degree. I got my captains license and worked part time as a fishing guide. I fell in love with it and decided not to finish my teaching degree and I've been a fishing guide ever since. I'm going on my 23rd year of guiding

The fish you can target

Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Ranger
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Drift 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
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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 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 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Tampa right now

Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
SnookSnook

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