LanierSpots Gulf Charters
LanierSpots Gulf Charters
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Sarasota has a fish with your name on it, so let LanierSpots Gulf Charters help you catch it! With Captain Ryan at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide. Capt Ryan has over 20 years of guiding experience and has completed over 4,000 guide trips in that time.
Depending on the season, you might hook into Snook, Redfish, Speckled Trout, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Hogfish, Mangrove Snapper, and who knows what else!
LanierSpots Gulf Charters welcomes kids aboard, so get 'em offline and onto the water! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!
Your boat for the day is a 25' Tidewater bay boat with space for 6 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Ryan will supply rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is also included.
Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.
Don't leave home without sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Nearshore trips are weather permitting and always inside 10 miles from the coast. We also cater our trips to your needs. Just tell us what you would like to do on your trip.
We are also doing sandbar trips for the family as well as sunset cruises from Anna Maria Island to Sarasota Bay. We can incorporate this into your fishing day if you like. Just ask.
Get in touch with Capt. Ryan below and start planning your trip today
Sarasota has a fish with your name on it, so let LanierSpots Gulf Charters help you catch it! With Captain Ryan at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide. Capt Ryan has over 20 years of guiding experience and has completed over 4,000 guide trips in that time.
Depending on the season, you might hook into Snook, Redfish, Speckled Trout, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Hogfish, Mangrove Snapper, and who knows what else!
LanierSpots Gulf Charters welcomes kids aboard, so get 'em offline and onto the water! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!
Your boat for the day is a 25' Tidewater bay boat with space for 6 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Ryan will supply rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is also included.
Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.
Don't leave home without sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Nearshore trips are weather permitting and always inside 10 miles from the coast. We also cater our trips to your needs. Just tell us what you would like to do on your trip.
We are also doing sandbar trips for the family as well as sunset cruises from Anna Maria Island to Sarasota Bay. We can incorporate this into your fishing day if you like. Just ask.
Get in touch with Capt. Ryan below and start planning your trip today
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Patrick Brice5.0VerifiedVisiting from Western New York
5 Hour Trip – Nearshore on August 20, 2026 • 5 adults • 2 childrenWe booked a 5 hour near shore trip with Ryan while on family vacation at Siesta Key. From the time we showed up at the boat launch, until we walked away with a nice bag of filets, Ryan had everything covered. If you have young kids (ours are 14, 10, and 9), Ryan has the the temperant and patience to make sure they have a great time and catch something. Overall, this was an excellent eperience and we got to take home dinner as well!
Jeff Halus5.0Highly Recommend LanierSpots Gulf Charters
on November 7, 2025If you are looking for a fun day of catching fish, be it inshore or nearshore, I totally recommend going out with Captain Ryan of LanierSpots Gulf Charters. With his many years of professional fishing and guiding experience, you will learn the how and whys of the many species you will catch. I have been fortunate enough to fish with Captain Ryan several times and I'm not sure there is a species we haven't caught! Whether you are looking for table food or just a fun day of catching fish, give LanierSpots Gulf Charters a call and experience why you will become a repeat customer as well! Tight Lines.
Nicole Russell5.0VerifiedWe had a wonderful time!!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on July 9, 2026 • 5 adultsWe booked a trip for my dad’s birthday and had an amazing time—we caught plenty of fish! Ryan was incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and made the entire experience enjoyable while teaching us a lot along the way. We highly recommend him and will definitely be booking another trip in the future. His charter is perfect for guests of all ages!
Brandy Clodfelter5.0VerifiedWanted Snook- Got Snook!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on May 27, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 childWe have been inshore fishing several times in the area and had mentioned a goal of hooking Snook. Captain Ryan did not disappoint. He knows the area, the environment, and how to maximize your trip. Everyone of us reeled in Snook and we couldn't be more thrilled. We are already planning our next trip- it is definitely worth going.
Jason Ditty5.0VerifiedGreat time fishing with family!
5 Hour Trip – Nearshore on June 16, 2026 • 6 adultsRyan was a great captain. He was very personable and great to hang out with. He had us on fish and we had plenty enough to bring some home to eat. Would book him again if we were back in the area. If you are looking to take kids or have experience fishing and just want to catch fish, Ryan wont disappont.
Leticia Dugger5.0VerifiedGreat guide and experience with Ryan
Afternoon Special on July 3, 2026 • 3 adultsThe captain was great! He was easy to talk with and had everything we needed. He was very knowledgeable and took us out to some great spots. We caught a ton and even saw some dolphins. Highly recommend and would definitely book again!
Kyle Harpole5.0VerifiedRyan is a great guide and lots of fun to spend the day with
8 Hour Trip – Inshore on March 18, 2026 • 3 adultsWe fished around the docks in the bays and cought lots of diffrent kinds of fish. Even caught a sting ray and saw a manatee. I like ryan because he would take us to good spots and let us fish like we were on our own boat and that is what we were looking for in a guide. He will also do everything for you if your new to fishing and that is what you want. He is really fun to spend the day with.
Evgeniy Timashev5.0VerifiedGreat trip!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 23, 2026 • 6 adultsCaptain Ryan is very good and accommodating. He knows great fishing spots and make it look easy. we caught plenty of fish and it was a lot of fun and action. Will definitely go fishing with him again.
William Moorman5.0Verifiedamazing experience
5 Hour Trip – Nearshore on June 24, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 childgreat time with my 9 year old son captain was absolutely great would highly recommend for beginners or experienced angers a ton of fun!
Matt Carroll5.0VerifiedGreat Charter
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 9, 2026 • 5 adults • 3 childrenRyan was great especially with my kids under the age of 10. caught 8-9 different spiece and over 30 fish. Was a great trip and would recommend and do it again.
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We had an absolutely incredible day on the water with Captain Ryan! My family was down on vacation and 3 of us took a trip with him and we caught so many fish! Ryan was hands down the best captain we’ve ever had. He was knowledgeable, fun, and made sure we were on the fish at all times. He kept us in the action and made the whole day a blast. He supplied all the fishing equipment, bait and tackle and we just showed up ready to embark. We even took home our catches already filleted by Ryan and ready to enjoy. My family loved it so much they were already discussing another booking on our way to the car. We can’t wait to book another trip with him!
Thanks Marty. Glad you guys had a great time. Tell Micky we will do it again.
Captain Ryan is the best, he is friendly, helpful, informative and a true professional! He put us on fish fast and consistently!! He was super helpful for the first time angler we had and made the whole trip fun for us. He provided all of the drinks and even had sunblock that he offered. We had a ton of bait ready to go and plenty of rods & combos set up to fish all sorts of species. I will never use anyone else in Sarasota other than Captain Ryan. He made the whole trip for us, thanks Ryan, I cant wait to see you on the next trip out!!
Thanks for the kind words Tyler. You guys did a great job out there today. Made it easy on me. Appreciate you picking my service and hope we can do it again.
We booked a 5 hour near shore trip with Ryan while on family vacation at Siesta Key. From the time we showed up at the boat launch, until we walked away with a nice bag of filets, Ryan had everything covered. If you have young kids (ours are 14, 10, and 9), Ryan has the the temperant and patience to make sure they have a great time and catch something. Overall, this was an excellent eperience and we got to take home dinner as well!
Thank you for the kind words, Patrick. You guys were a lot of fun and did great out there. Your son and girls were troopers. . Hope you had a great trip back home and hope to see you guys again. 
Captain Ryan did a fantastic job assisting in a great family experience! My son daughter and myself went out with Ryan for the 1st time today but wont be the last. I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants a captain who will work hard to get you on fish and have fun doing so. We were on a 4 hr inshore and caught tons of fish to include Sheeps heads, snapper, sea bass, trout, flounder, tons of grouper & lady fish. We went home with great table fair and tons of good memories. His boat was nice, comfortable and well stocked with what we needed. Ryan was fun to share fishing stories with!
Thank you Jarod. You guys were a blast to fish with and hope to see you again..... Have a safe ride home and take it easy on those Indiana bass....
If you are looking for a fun day of catching fish, be it inshore or nearshore, I totally recommend going out with Captain Ryan of LanierSpots Gulf Charters. With his many years of professional fishing and guiding experience, you will learn the how and whys of the many species you will catch. I have been fortunate enough to fish with Captain Ryan several times and I'm not sure there is a species we haven't caught! Whether you are looking for table food or just a fun day of catching fish, give LanierSpots Gulf Charters a call and experience why you will become a repeat customer as well! Tight Lines.
FAQs about LanierSpots Gulf Charters
- US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Afternoon Special (4 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Nearshore (5 hours)
- US $750 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Fishing license
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing (Inside 10 miles - Weather Permitting)
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Spinning
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Red)
- Hogfish
- Redfish
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
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Federally permitted5.0(20)26 ftGroup size 1 - 61 - 6
+94 hour trip • 6 personsUS $650
