Get onto the water with Slobby Joe Charters and ready yourself for some of the most exciting inshore action you could ask for. Explore Tampa Bay’s endless flats and backwaters to target a who’s who of inshore favorites!

With Captain “Slobby” Joe, you’ll get way more than just great fishing. He aims to give everyone he guides the full Tampa experience, learning about the local waters, and getting truly immersed in this unique corner of America.

Captain Joe’s 23’ Ranger bay boat is a purpose-built shallow-water explorer, designed to make her way deftly through the murky sandbanks and backwaters which Tampa Bay is best known for.

Combine her shallow draft with her silent trolling motor, and you have yourself the ultimate weapon in your hunt for the big Bull Reds and super-sized Snook which lurk in wait for some tasty bait or realistic lure to be cast their way.

Head out into the bay, and the vessel still holds her own, with high-tech electronics able to pinpoint the most active spots in the area. Troll for Spanish Mackerel, or wrestle some giant Jack’s onto the boat for pure angling pleasure.

Whatever you target, you can do so with confidence, knowing you are using nothing but the best fishing tackle to tackle nothing but the best fish!

The real X-factor with Slobby Joe Charters is the captain himself. Despite his name, Captain Joe is anything but a slob, jumping to every challenge with an energy that can only ever come from true passion from the sport.

He is a man determined to make a name for himself and to build his reputation as one of the most dedicated and welcoming captains operating in this highly-competitive fishing paradise. So climb aboard and see for yourself why his clients keep coming back time after time!



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  • Private trip
    Fall/Winter Special Artificial Lure
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Mar 1
    $550
    This trip is a super skinny water advanced angler trip, or for someone who wants to target Tampa Bay with artificial lures! That’s right getting the pesky Tampa Bay fish to feed on fake baits. It can be some of the most exciting yet frustrating fishing out there, but if I have a day off it’s exactly what I would go do!
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    $620
    Get out on the water for a morning targeting top inshore species like Redfish, Snook, Cobia, Sheepshead, and more on this 4-hour charter. You'll use gear, bait, and lures provided by Capt. Joe. Bring along any snacks and drinks you'd like to enjoy on board and you're good to go!
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    $650
    Spend the afternoon targeting Snook, Redfish, Sheepshead, Jack's, and more in the famous Tampa Bay! This 4-hour trip gives you ample time to make good use of the gear provided by Capt. Joe and go home with some tasty fish. Bring along snacks, sunscreen, and weather-appropriate clothing and you're good to go!
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
    $1,000
    The boat is yours for the day, and what you do is up to you. Spend 7 hours targeting one species, or take a tour of several habitats to bring home a huge mixed bag of delicious fish. The choice is yours and if you want to take a break for lunch at one of the area's great dockside restaurants, the captain will be happy to oblige!
  • Private trip
    Tarpon/Sharks/Mackerel/Grouper
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $1,300
    Only available from May-August for Sharks and Tarpon, however, Grouper season extends till December starting June 1st.
  • Private trip
    The Waterman
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    $1,500
    Full day 12hr trip built for "The Waterman" Think you can handle 12hrs on a boat, here's your chance to give it a shot!
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FAQs about Slobby Joe Charters – Tampa

Slobby Joe Charters – Tampa offers the following trips to customers:
  • $500 per group, additional $50 per person after 1 guest - Fall/Winter Special Artificial Lure (6 hours)
  • $620 per group, additional $75 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • $650 per group, additional $75 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • $1,000 per group, additional $75 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (7 hours)
  • $1,300 per group, additional $75 per person after 2 guests - Tarpon/Sharks/Mackerel/Grouper (8 hours)
  • $1,500 per group, additional $75 per person after 2 guests - The Waterman (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Slobby Joe Charters – Tampa, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor

Trips booked with Slobby Joe Charters – Tampa include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License

Slobby Joe Charters – Tampa offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Slobby Joe Charters – Tampa offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning

Top targeted fish species with Slobby Joe Charters – Tampa include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Joe Burruezo
Tampa, Florida, United States
21 Fishing Reports
146 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2017
Fishing has always been my passion! I grew up in Tampa Bay and have fished here all my life. I can't wait to show you the waters I've grown to love. I prefer light tackle fishing and shallow water sight fishing. From time to time I target Mackerel, Cobia, and Tarpon, but my main targets are Snook and Redfish.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Cobia Cobia
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Redfish Redfish

Boat specs

Ranger (Bay boat) originally built in 2002, and restored in 2020. Powered by a 300HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 47 knots.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

Listing policies

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.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
PayPal
Checks
Bank Transfer

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Winter Special
Winter Special
December 4, 2023
Full day of backwater Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, Jacks, Trout, Gar. It’s a unique time of year for some of these species but if you’re in Florida and want to cross one of these bucket list fish off it’s the time to do it!
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You name it we can catch it!
You name it we can catch it!
November 12, 2023
Lots of fall action in the air! Anything from the nearshore to the super shallow waters, fish are being caught of all shapes and sizes! Let’s do some fishing to get on some of this hot action
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 85 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Angler rating
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Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Mary S.
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Overall

10 out of 10!

VERIFIED   NEW  Fall/Winter Special Artificial Lure on December 4, 2023
Joe was the best Captain. We had a fantastic time and caught the fish we wanted to catch. Great guy and we will definitely...
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Paula R.
Tampa, Florida
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half day inshore fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 17, 2023
Joe is a great guide. He is knowledgeable and certainly experienced. He provided some great teaching moments. He was patient...
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Gina W.
Clermont, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Morning half day

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 24, 2023
My husband and I had an amazing time on the half day trip with Captian Joe. We’ll definitely be returning soon!!
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Sean T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Very friendly, Knowledgeable, and likeable charter

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 22, 2023
This was a fantastic time. First time ever going on a charter and couldn’t have asked for a better captain. Extremely knowledgeable,...
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Sean J.
Frederick, MD
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Joe

VERIFIED   The Waterman on May 21, 2023
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