38 Special Charter 

 
State licensed
 Causeway Boulevard 25, Clearwater, FL 33767, United States

38 Special Charter 

Up to 9 miles
Clearwater, FL, United States
34 ft
6

There's a fish with your name on it in Clearwater and our team will help you catch it! Captain will be your guide, bringing aboard their sportfishing experience.

These waters are known for Jack Crevalle, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Tarpon, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Wahoo, Grouper, Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream. For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using heavy tackle.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board.

You're welcome to bring snacks to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!

Your fishing machine for the day is the 38 Special Sportfishing. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a restroom w/toilet on board for your convenience.

Your Captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the Captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Captains Choice on a First Mate to help your trip run smoothly. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 15–20% tip.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Your Captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

It's recommended to bring bottled water, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water on the 38 Special Charter.

We Definitely Deliver the Results Exceed Expectations!

There's a fish with your name on it in Clearwater and our team will help you catch it! Captain will be your guide, bringing aboard their sportfishing experience.

These waters are known for Jack Crevalle, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Tarpon, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Wahoo, Grouper, Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream. For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using heavy tackle.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board.

You're welcome to bring snacks to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!

Your fishing machine for the day is the 38 Special Sportfishing. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a restroom w/toilet on board for your convenience.

Your Captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the Captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Captains Choice on a First Mate to help your trip run smoothly. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 15–20% tip.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Your Captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

It's recommended to bring bottled water, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water on the 38 Special Charter.

We Definitely Deliver the Results Exceed Expectations!

iMG dba/ Fishhawk Charters
Charter Operator
iMG dba/ Fishhawk Charters
38 years of experience
responds within an hour

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4 Hour – Offshore Grouper/Snapper
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Grouper (Goliath)
Jack Crevalle
Grouper (Broomtail)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+4
US $1,599
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Hogfish Excursion
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Hogfish
US $1,599
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore/Inshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Tarpon
+6
US $1,599
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Offshore Excursion
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Tarpon
+6
US $1,599
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Shark Excursion
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Thresher)
Shark (Tiger)
+3
US $1,599
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Tarpon King
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
Spanish Mackerel
US $1,799
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Epic Shark Excursion
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Thresher)
Shark (Tiger)
+3
US $1,799
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Hogfish Excursion
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Hogfish
US $1,799
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Offshore Excursion
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Tarpon
+6
US $1,799
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour – Offshore Grouper/Snapper
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Grouper (Goliath)
Jack Crevalle
Grouper (Broomtail)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+4
US $1,899
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore Tarpon King
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
Spanish Mackerel
US $1,999
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour – Offshore Grouper/Snapper
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Grouper (Goliath)
Jack Crevalle
Grouper (Broomtail)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+4
US $2,199
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Offshore Excursion
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Tarpon
+6
US $2,199
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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FAQs about 38 Special Charter

38 Special Charter offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,599 per group - 4 Hour – Offshore Grouper/Snapper (4 hours)
  • US $1,599 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Hogfish Excursion (4 hours)
  • US $1,599 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Hogfish Excursion - 10:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,599 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Hogfish Excursion - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,599 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Hogfish Excursion - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,599 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Hogfish Excursion - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,599 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore/Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $1,599 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Offshore Excursion (4 hours)
  • US $1,599 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Shark Excursion (4 hours)
  • US $1,599 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Shark Excursion - 10:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,599 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Shark Excursion - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,599 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Shark Excursion - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,599 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Shark Excursion - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,799 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Tarpon King (4 hours)
  • US $1,799 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Epic Shark Excursion (6 hours)
  • US $1,799 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Epic Shark Excursion - 10:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,799 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Epic Shark Excursion - 11:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,799 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Epic Shark Excursion - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,799 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Epic Shark Excursion - 9:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,799 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Hogfish Excursion (6 hours)
  • US $1,799 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Hogfish Excursion - 10:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,799 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Hogfish Excursion - 11:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,799 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Hogfish Excursion - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,799 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Hogfish Excursion - 9:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,799 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore Excursion (6 hours)
  • US $1,899 per group - 6 Hour – Offshore Grouper/Snapper (6 hours)
  • US $1,999 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Nearshore Tarpon King (6 hours)
  • US $2,199 per group - 8 Hour – Offshore Grouper/Snapper (8 hours)
  • US $2,199 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore Excursion (8 hours)
When you book a trip with 38 Special Charter, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with 38 Special Charter include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate (Captains Choice )
  • Fishing license
38 Special Charter offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
38 Special Charter offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with 38 Special Charter include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tarpon
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

iMG dba/ Fishhawk Charters
iMG dba/ Fishhawk Charters
iMG dba/ Fishhawk Charters

Clearwater, Florida, United States

7 Fishing Reports
36 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2016

I was fortunate to grow up on Anna Maria Island, located just south of Tampa Bay and the St. Pete's Beach area. I was surrounded by the pure white quartz sandy beaches and turquoise clear blue Gulf of Mexico. It brings me great pleasure to provide guests with the ideal conditions, choice equipment, and best, top-shelf vessels, so they can fully enjoy 'the full true fishing experience' here on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Our goal is to Deliver the Results & Exceed your Expectations!

7 Fishing Reports
36 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2016

I was fortunate to grow up on Anna Maria Island, located just south of Tampa Bay and the St. Pete's Beach area. I was surrounded by the pure white quartz sandy beaches and turquoise clear blue Gulf of Mexico. It brings me great pleasure to provide guests with the ideal conditions, choice equipment, and best, top-shelf vessels, so they can fully enjoy 'the full true fishing experience' here on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Our goal is to Deliver the Results & Exceed your Expectations!

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flounder
Flounder
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Cubera Snapper
Cubera Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Tarpon
Tarpon
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flounder
Flounder
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
2010
Restored in
2026
Boat manufacturer
Custom
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Detroit
Powered by
2 x 960HP
Max cruising speed
36 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
Captains Choice
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

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Clearwater right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
FlounderFlounder
Grouper (Black)Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
TarponTarpon
WahooWahoo

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