Fishful Thinkin Charters 

4.8/5 (11 reviews)
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Federally permitted
 West Bay Drive 3900, Belleair Bluffs, FL 33756, United States
 
Federally permitted
4.8/5 (11 reviews)
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West Bay Drive 3900
Belleair Bluffs, FL, United States

Looking to cast a line in Belleair Bluffs? Fishful Thinkin Charters is your ticket! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Robert can tell you all about them.

Around here the fishing is popular for Mangrove Snapper, Grunt, Cobia, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Red Snapper, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Goliath Grouper, Blacktip Shark, Spanish Mackerel, Hogfish, and more with any luck.

Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself light tackle fishing, trolling, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Families who love fishing together 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. Feel free to bring your own snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized!

Your adventure begins aboard a 36' Center console with room for 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience.

Capt. Robert will provide rods and reels 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 you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Don't forget to bring sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

And that's it! Your fishing trip with Fishful Thinkin Charters is just a click away.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (13)

July fishing trip
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Angler rating

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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%

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews
Showing: 5 of 11 reviews
Tim W.
Tim W.
5.0/5

Jul 24, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Great father-son fishing trip!

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Captain Bob was hands down great! My brother in law and I booked this trip with our sons (6, 9 & 11) and Captain Bob made every effort to provide us and our boys with a great fishing experience!

Captain Bob was hands down great! My brother in law and I booked this trip with our sons (6, 9 & 11) and Captain Bob made every...  

 Tim W. recommends Fishful Thinkin Charters
 Tim W. recommends Fishful Thinkin Charters

Teresa M.
Teresa M.
5.0/5

Mar 19, 2025

6 Hour Trip

Don’t look any further!

VERIFIED

We have been on a few fishing charters over the last couple years and this was hands-down the best experience. We had five teenagers and myself which kept both Captain Bob and Tommy very busy. We caught a huge red grouper, land snapper, hog fish and grunts. Will be eating fish for months!! Thank you for such a great time! We will be back!!

We have been on a few fishing charters over the last couple years and this was hands-down the best experience. We had five teenagers...  

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 Teresa M. recommends Fishful Thinkin Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Carl S.
Carl S.
5.0/5

Jul 26, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Good fishing adventure

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Took my nephews and their kids fishing while they were visiting from up north. They had a great time.

Took my nephews and their kids fishing while they were visiting from up north. They had a great time.  

 Carl S. recommends Fishful Thinkin Charters
 Carl S. recommends Fishful Thinkin Charters

Ashley M.
Ashley M.
5.0/5

Mar 15, 2025

6 Hour Trip

Great Captain! Fun fishing!

VERIFIED

We had a blast catching so many fish! Captain Bob was great! He knows how to get you fishing! My 9 year old stayed busy reeling in fish! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a great time with a very knowledgeable captain!

We had a blast catching so many fish! Captain Bob was great! He knows how to get you fishing! My 9 year old stayed busy reeling...  

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 Ashley M. recommends Fishful Thinkin Charters
 Ashley M. recommends Fishful Thinkin Charters

Michael B.
Michael B.
4.7/5

Jul 18, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Fishing with Robert

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Captain Bob got us out to the fish quickly and we were catching fish right and left. We had a very good day fishing.

Captain Bob got us out to the fish quickly and we were catching fish right and left. We had a very good day fishing.  

 Michael B. recommends Fishful Thinkin Charters
 Michael B. recommends Fishful Thinkin Charters

Trip availability and prices

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2 adults • 0 children
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Trolling trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Half day (pm)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip RED GROUPER
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour RED SNAPPER
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $2,000 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour RED SNAPPER
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
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US $2,400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (13)

July fishing trip
July fishing trip
July fishing trip
+10

Angler rating

10
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews
Showing: 5 of 11 reviews
Tim W.
Tim W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great father-son fishing trip!

VERIFIED
NEW

4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 24, 2025

Captain Bob was hands down great! My brother in law and I booked this trip with our sons (6, 9 & 11) and Captain Bob made every effort to provide us and our boys with a great fishing experience!

Captain Bob was hands down great! My brother in law and I booked this trip with our sons (6, 9 & 11) and Captain Bob made every effort to provide us and our boys with a great fishing experience!  

 Tim W. recommends Fishful Thinkin Charters

Teresa M.
Teresa M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Don’t look any further!

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip on March 19, 2025

We have been on a few fishing charters over the last couple years and this was hands-down the best experience. We had five teenagers and myself which kept both Captain Bob and Tommy very busy. We caught a huge red grouper, land snapper, hog fish and grunts. Will be eating fish for months!! Thank you for such a great time! We will be back!!

We have been on a few fishing charters over the last couple years and this was hands-down the best experience. We had five teenagers and myself which kept both Captain Bob and Tommy very busy. We caught a huge red grouper, land snapper, hog fish and grunts. Will be eating fish for months!! Thank you for such a great time! We will be back!!  

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 Teresa M. recommends Fishful Thinkin Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Carl S.
Carl S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Good fishing adventure

VERIFIED
NEW

4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 26, 2025

Took my nephews and their kids fishing while they were visiting from up north. They had a great time.

Took my nephews and their kids fishing while they were visiting from up north. They had a great time.  

 Carl S. recommends Fishful Thinkin Charters

Ashley M.
Ashley M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Captain! Fun fishing!

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip on March 15, 2025

We had a blast catching so many fish! Captain Bob was great! He knows how to get you fishing! My 9 year old stayed busy reeling in fish! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a great time with a very knowledgeable captain!

We had a blast catching so many fish! Captain Bob was great! He knows how to get you fishing! My 9 year old stayed busy reeling in fish! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a great time with a very knowledgeable captain!  

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 Ashley M. recommends Fishful Thinkin Charters

Michael B.
Michael B.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Robert

VERIFIED
NEW

4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 18, 2025

Captain Bob got us out to the fish quickly and we were catching fish right and left. We had a very good day fishing.

Captain Bob got us out to the fish quickly and we were catching fish right and left. We had a very good day fishing.  

 Michael B. recommends Fishful Thinkin Charters

FAQs about Fishful Thinkin Charters

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
2008
Boat manufacturer
Cape Horn
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
3 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
29 knots
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