Optimus Fishing Charters 

4.9/5 (61 reviews)
 
State licensed
 606 Seagrape Drive, Ruskin, FL 33570, United States

Optimus Fishing Charters 

Up to 9 miles
Ruskin, FL, United States
24 feet
6
4.9/5 (61 reviews)

Optimus Fishing Charter invites you to spend a fun and productive day on the bountiful waters of Tampa Bay, Florida. Fishing here is excellent throughout the year as a multitude of species comes into season each and every month. With this much diversity in the inshore and nearshore waters, it is no wonder Tampa Bay is a famous fishing hot zone.

Captain Brian Lemelin first started fishing in Tampa back in 2003 and he was hooked from the very first moment. He worked as a first mate for many respected captains in this area, acquiring knowledge and experience, before getting a captain's license himself. He is now a proud owner and operator of his own charter boat company.

Stepping aboard his 24' Kencraft vessel built in 2021 with a capacity for 6 guests, you will be whisked to the fishing grounds comfortably. Powered by a 200 HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 42 knots, the boat is fast and steady on the water. It features a GPS and a fishfinder that aid your search for the fish; it has a forward and an aft livewell, an icebox for the catch, and a wireless trolling motor.

Fishing for Redfish, Snook, Cobia, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, and Sharks is Capt. Brian's specialty. He can also take you fishing for the super delicious Sheepshead, Tripletail, and other local species available in season. Using a variety of live bait such as Shrimp and white fish, you will utilize a number of fishing techniques in order to bring the fish on board.

Capt. Brian provides rods, reels, tackle, bait, a fishing license for everyone on the boat, as well as cleaning and filleting after the trip. What is even better than taking your catch home, is having Brian fillet it for you and the Hooks restaurant in Little Harbor cooking it for you! Cooking comes at an extra fee, so make sure you enquire about this service on the trip.

Join Optimus Fishing Charters and enjoy the prolific waters of Tampa Bay and have an unforgettable time

Optimus Fishing Charter invites you to spend a fun and productive day on the bountiful waters of Tampa Bay, Florida. Fishing here is excellent throughout the year as a multitude of species comes into season each and every month. With this much diversity in the inshore and nearshore waters, it is no wonder Tampa Bay is a famous fishing hot zone.

Captain Brian Lemelin first started fishing in Tampa back in 2003 and he was hooked from the very first moment. He worked as a first mate for many respected captains in this area, acquiring knowledge and experience, before getting a captain's license himself. He is now a proud owner and operator of his own charter boat company.

Stepping aboard his 24' Kencraft vessel built in 2021 with a capacity for 6 guests, you will be whisked to the fishing grounds comfortably. Powered by a 200 HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 42 knots, the boat is fast and steady on the water. It features a GPS and a fishfinder that aid your search for the fish; it has a forward and an aft livewell, an icebox for the catch, and a wireless trolling motor.

Fishing for Redfish, Snook, Cobia, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, and Sharks is Capt. Brian's specialty. He can also take you fishing for the super delicious Sheepshead, Tripletail, and other local species available in season. Using a variety of live bait such as Shrimp and white fish, you will utilize a number of fishing techniques in order to bring the fish on board.

Capt. Brian provides rods, reels, tackle, bait, a fishing license for everyone on the boat, as well as cleaning and filleting after the trip. What is even better than taking your catch home, is having Brian fillet it for you and the Hooks restaurant in Little Harbor cooking it for you! Cooking comes at an extra fee, so make sure you enquire about this service on the trip.

Join Optimus Fishing Charters and enjoy the prolific waters of Tampa Bay and have an unforgettable time

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Rating

4.9
61 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (243)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
91%
Caught fish

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Chad Grentz
Chad Grentz
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Awesome day fishing
3/4 Day Trip on March 23, 20263 adults
We had an awesome day fishing with Brian and Jerry. Great family outing for us. Both had great knowledge of the fish and area. Told us a lot of tips and tricks. Definitely will fish with these guys again.
Response from Captain
March 24, 2026
Thank y'all. We had a great time getting out on Tampa Bay with y'all. great fisherman, great family. Hope to get out with y'all again in the future.
Tina Hamayasu
Tina Hamayasu
Repeat angler
us
Hawaii, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Mangrove Snapper
Half Day Trip (PM) on February 1, 20243 adults
We had a great day of fishing with Brian on Feb 1. Brian was a great communicator and knowledgeable of the entire Tampa Bay Area. We successfully caught fish at every spot and had a wonderful day relaxing and enjoying our time on the water. We also got to see dolphins, manatees, sting rays, and sharks! I will definitely book again with Brian and Optimus Fishing next time we're back in Tampa, and highly recommend to everyone!
Reported catch:
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain
February 9, 2024
Thank y'all very much. Look forward to doing it again,von your next visit
Wendell Brown
Wendell Brown
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2024
0
5.0
Verified
Awesome
Half Day Trip (PM) on February 25, 20242 adults
From start to finish Captain Brian gave us a great experience. He was knowledgeable, kind, and engaging for the entire trip. My son and I went out and he said he gets great joy to see a father and son do things like this. He truly went above the call of duty to ensure our trip was a success and we will use him again in the future. I promise you will not find a better deal nor a better experience.
Reported catch:
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Tripletail
Response from Captain
February 27, 2024
Many thanks. Really enjoyed spending time on the water with y'all. Hope you enjoyed the Hook and Cook. Looking forward to seeing y'all in May, for some Mackerel and Blacktip shark fishing.
Darlene Hostettler
Darlene Hostettler
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2024
0
5.0
Verified
Great Experience
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 11, 20244 adults
Our captain, Brian was fabulous. He was very experienced and explained everything so we all caught fish. He delayed our departure time because it was windy and stayed out longer than expected. We highly recommend Optimus Fishing with Brian!
Reported catch:
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Flounder
William Bergsma
William Bergsma
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2024
0
5.0
Verified
Great trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 6, 20242 adults3 children
Brian did a fantastic job. Took time to instruct 3 boys on the art of fishing. Knew exactly where to find the fish. Highly recommend him
Reported catch:
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Response from Captain
March 8, 2024
Thank y'all very much. Enjoyed spending the day with your awesome family.

Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip (AM)
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
4 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $800
Entire boat: 2 people

Rating

4.9
61 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (243)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
91%
Caught fish

All reviews (61)

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Chad Grentz
Chad Grentz
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Awesome day fishing
3/4 Day Trip on March 23, 20263 adults
We had an awesome day fishing with Brian and Jerry. Great family outing for us. Both had great knowledge of the fish and area. Told us a lot of tips and tricks. Definitely will fish with these guys again.
Response from Captain
March 24, 2026
Thank y'all. We had a great time getting out on Tampa Bay with y'all. great fisherman, great family. Hope to get out with y'all again in the future.
Tina Hamayasu
Tina Hamayasu
Repeat angler
us
Hawaii, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Mangrove Snapper
Half Day Trip (PM) on February 1, 20243 adults
We had a great day of fishing with Brian on Feb 1. Brian was a great communicator and knowledgeable of the entire Tampa Bay Area. We successfully caught fish at every spot and had a wonderful day relaxing and enjoying our time on the water. We also got to see dolphins, manatees, sting rays, and sharks! I will definitely book again with Brian and Optimus Fishing next time we're back in Tampa, and highly recommend to everyone!
Reported catch:
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain
February 9, 2024
Thank y'all very much. Look forward to doing it again,von your next visit
Wendell Brown
Wendell Brown
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2024
0
5.0
Verified
Awesome
Half Day Trip (PM) on February 25, 20242 adults
From start to finish Captain Brian gave us a great experience. He was knowledgeable, kind, and engaging for the entire trip. My son and I went out and he said he gets great joy to see a father and son do things like this. He truly went above the call of duty to ensure our trip was a success and we will use him again in the future. I promise you will not find a better deal nor a better experience.
Reported catch:
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Tripletail
Response from Captain
February 27, 2024
Many thanks. Really enjoyed spending time on the water with y'all. Hope you enjoyed the Hook and Cook. Looking forward to seeing y'all in May, for some Mackerel and Blacktip shark fishing.
Darlene Hostettler
Darlene Hostettler
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2024
0
5.0
Verified
Great Experience
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 11, 20244 adults
Our captain, Brian was fabulous. He was very experienced and explained everything so we all caught fish. He delayed our departure time because it was windy and stayed out longer than expected. We highly recommend Optimus Fishing with Brian!
Reported catch:
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Flounder
William Bergsma
William Bergsma
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2024
0
5.0
Verified
Great trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 6, 20242 adults3 children
Brian did a fantastic job. Took time to instruct 3 boys on the art of fishing. Knew exactly where to find the fish. Highly recommend him
Reported catch:
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Response from Captain
March 8, 2024
Thank y'all very much. Enjoyed spending the day with your awesome family.

FAQs about Optimus Fishing Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Kencraft
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
48 knots
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