If you’re gunning for some sweet offshore action, Florida is one of the best places in the world to do so. Siesta Key Sport Fishing Charters capitalizes on Florida’s excellent location to take you to the hottest offshore fishing spots in the minimum time required.

The boat is a 30’ Carolina Classic, restored recently in 2017, so you know you’re up-to-date with the technology. It’s powered by twin Volvo engines, running 230 HP each, that allows her to cruise at a comfortable 19 knots. She can hold 6 anglers simultaneously. She’s fully decked out for offshore sportfishing, with a great flybridge to help you spot that game. A toilet and a live bait well are also available on board.

The species targeted are very varied, meaning you won’t get bored of the same thing on this charter. Go after the Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, Groupers, Snappers, Triggerfish, Hogfish, Tripletail, and anything else that crosses your path. The techniques used will be light tackle, trolling, spinning, and bottom fishing. All the required equipment is provided to the customers by the charter operators.

The charter is child friendly, and Captain Damian invites young anglers to come on board and get hooked on offshore sportfishing! A fishing license is included in the trip price. Live bait is also available on the trips. Catch cleaning and filleting is free of charge. The vessel is disabled accessible and Siesta Key Sport Fishing Charters invite all anglers to join them.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM) - Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $850
    This half-day trip is perfect for a hop over to the blue waters around Sarasota! The species targeted on this trip are King Mackerel, Cobia, Snappers, Spanish Mackerel, Hogfish, and others. All required equipment is supplied by the charter.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM) - Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $850
    If you're looking for a way to blow off steam, this is it. This trip will be going offshore and targeting species such as Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Snappers, Tripletail, Triggerfish, and others. All required equipment is provided by the captain.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip - Offshore
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $1,150
    This trip is perfect if you're itching for some offshore fishing. The species that will be targeted are King and Spanish Mackerel, Snappers, Blackfin Tuna, Cobia, Groupers, and others you run across. ALl required equipment is provided.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip - Offshore
    Just booked! Last booked: 5 minutes ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $1,500
    If you're up for some offshore action, this trip will provide just that. The targeted species will be Blackfin Tuna, Cobia, King and Spanish Mackerel, Snappers, Groupers, and others you run into. All required equipment is provided on this trip.
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FAQs about Siesta Key Sport Fishing Charters

Siesta Key Sport Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $850 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) - Offshore (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) - Offshore (4 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group - 3/4 Day Trip - Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - Full Day Trip - Offshore (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Siesta Key Sport Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Siesta Key Sport Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate (15%-20% tip is customary)
  • Fishing License

Siesta Key Sport Fishing Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Offshore Fishing

Siesta Key Sport Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Siesta Key Sport Fishing Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Hogfish
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tripletail
  • Tuna (Blackfin)

Meet the Captain

Damian Picciano
Sarasota, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
350 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2017
Captain Damien Picciano has fished the local waters for over 20 years, guaranteeing that you have all the information you need to get that catch. He's a true expert when it comes to catching species such as Sharks, Redfish, Snook, Trouts or Kingfish. A family man, he knows that the customer's experience is the most important thing, so he works very hard to make sure your trip will be both memorable and enjoyable.

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper
Hogfish Hogfish

Boat specs

Carolina Classic (Cruiser) originally built in 1997, and restored in 2017. Powered by 2 230HP Volvo engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 19 knots.

Length
30 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
15%-20% tip is customary
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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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 2.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 350 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
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Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Glenn S.
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5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

So much fun !!!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) - Offshore on February 16, 2024
We had an absolutely terrific time aboard the Fear Knot with Captain Damian and First Mate Nick.  From the time we arrived...
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James P.
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5.0 / 5
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Awesome time with Captain Damian

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) - Offshore on December 22, 2023
What a great outing!  Captain Damian really showed us a good time.  He’s very knowledgeable and also just a good guy to...
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David C.
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5.0 / 5
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Awesome trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) - Offshore on March 21, 2024
We booked a half day fishing trip.  Captan Damean and First Mate Nick worked very hard to make our trip a success!  My grandsons...
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James E.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Damian

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) - Offshore on September 23, 2023
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Fishing trip in August

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) - Offshore on August 3, 2023
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