Capt. JT Whitehead 

5.0
(1 review)
 
State licensed
 201 Seminole Street, Clearwater, FL 33755, United States–

Capt. JT Whitehead 

Clearwater, FL, United States
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18 ft
2
5.0
(1 review)

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Experience the challenge of fishing Tampa! With Captain Joshua at the helm, you'll benefit from local knowledge and a professional experience.

Trips focus on technical sight fishing, using light tackle and fly rods.

Your adventure takes place aboard an 18' Beavertail Mosquito that comfortably accommodates up to 2 passengers. The boat is equipped with everything you need for a productive day on the water.

A fishing license is not required for this trip.

Drinks are available onboard. Alcohol is permitted in moderation.

Book a trip and get ready for a technical and exciting day of sight fishing in Tampa!

Experience the challenge of fishing Tampa! With Captain Joshua at the helm, you'll benefit from local knowledge and a professional experience.

Trips focus on technical sight fishing, using light tackle and fly rods.

Your adventure takes place aboard an 18' Beavertail Mosquito that comfortably accommodates up to 2 passengers. The boat is equipped with everything you need for a productive day on the water.

A fishing license is not required for this trip.

Drinks are available onboard. Alcohol is permitted in moderation.

Book a trip and get ready for a technical and exciting day of sight fishing in Tampa!

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Fly Casting Lesson
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $100
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour – Fly Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Tarpon
Redfish
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour – Fly Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Snook
Tarpon
Redfish
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Sight Fishing / Artificial
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 15 - Mar 1
Cobia
Snook
Tarpon
Black Drum
+2
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour – Nighttime Tarpon & Snook
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Mar 15 - Oct 7
Snook
Tarpon
US $700
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour – Fly Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Snook
Tarpon
Redfish
US $800
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Sight Fishing / Artificial
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 15 - Mar 1
Cobia
Snook
Tarpon
Black Drum
+2
US $800
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Migratory Tarpon on Fly
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Aug 31
Tarpon
US $950
Entire boat: 2 people
16 Hour Marathon Trip
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
16 hour trip starts at 8:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 31
Snook
Tarpon
Redfish
US $1,300
Entire boat: 2 people

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5.0
1 review
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Reviews (1)

  • David Browne
    David Browne
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
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    Five Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    4 Hour – Fly Fishing on October 3, 2026 • 1 adult

    I’ve been on a lot of fishing charters over the years, but JT took this experience to a completely different level. From the day I first showed interest in booking, JT stayed in constant communication. He didn’t just show up for the trip—he went out scouting the night before, looking for dock lights and areas where the fish were active. When bad weather rolled in, he stayed in communication and was willing to wait it out to make sure we got the best possible trip. Once we got on the water, he put us on the fish immediately. We did a nighttime snook trip, and I honestly lost count after 20+ fish. My arm was hurting by the end of the night from catching so many! You can tell JT genuinely cares about his customers having an incredible experience. The communication, preparation, knowledge, and effort were all top-notch.

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5.0
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David Browne
David Browne
Repeat angler
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Kentucky, US
Member since 2025
3 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Five Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
4 Hour – Fly Fishing on October 3, 2026 • 1 adult

I’ve been on a lot of fishing charters over the years, but JT took this experience to a completely different level. From the day I first showed interest in booking, JT stayed in constant communication. He didn’t just show up for the trip—he went out scouting the night before, looking for dock lights and areas where the fish were active. When bad weather rolled in, he stayed in communication and was willing to wait it out to make sure we got the best possible trip. Once we got on the water, he put us on the fish immediately. We did a nighttime snook trip, and I honestly lost count after 20+ fish. My arm was hurting by the end of the night from catching so many! You can tell JT genuinely cares about his customers having an incredible experience. The communication, preparation, knowledge, and effort were all top-notch.

Reported catch:
Snook

FAQs about Capt. JT Whitehead

Capt. JT Whitehead offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $100 per group - Fly Casting Lesson (3 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 4 Hour – Fly Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 6 Hour – Fly Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 6 Hour Sight Fishing / Artificial (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 8 Hour – Nighttime Tarpon & Snook (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 8 Hour – Fly Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 8 Hour Sight Fishing / Artificial (8 hours)
  • US $950 per group - 8 Hour Migratory Tarpon on Fly (8 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - 16 Hour Marathon Trip (16 hours)
When you book a trip with Capt. JT Whitehead, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Capt. JT Whitehead include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Drinks
  • Fishing license
  • Fly fishing equipment
Capt. JT Whitehead offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Capt. JT Whitehead offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Capt. JT Whitehead include:
  • Redfish
  • Snook
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Joshua Whitehead
Joshua Whitehead
Clearwater, Florida, United States
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1 Customer review
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Member since July 2026
Joshua Whitehead is a Tampa-based captain who specializes in fly fishing, technical sight fishing, and light-tackle fishing along Florida’s Gulf Coast. He offers a variety of trips targeting species such as Tarpon, Snook, and Redfish, with an emphasis on technical fly-fishing and sight-fishing techniques. His trips take place aboard an 18' Beavertail skiff, a versatile boat well suited for navigating Tampa’s shallow coastal waters.
Joshua Whitehead
Joshua Whitehead
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Joshua Whitehead is a Tampa-based captain who specializes in fly fishing, technical sight fishing, and light-tackle fishing along Florida’s Gulf Coast. He offers a variety of trips targeting species such as Tarpon, Snook, and Redfish, with an emphasis on technical fly-fishing and sight-fishing techniques. His trips take place aboard an 18' Beavertail skiff, a versatile boat well suited for navigating Tampa’s shallow coastal waters.

The fish you can target

Redfish
Redfish
Snook
Snook
Tarpon
Tarpon
Redfish
Redfish
Snook
Snook
Tarpon
Tarpon

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Beavertail
Boat type
Skiff
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 70HP
Max cruising speed
38 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Drinks
Fishing license
Fly fishing equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Catch and release mandatory

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

What’s biting in Clearwater right now

RedfishRedfish
SnookSnook
TarponTarpon

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