3 Hour Beginner Fishing Trip

3 hour trip, starts at 8:00 AM
by Beachside Charters
St. Petersburg
5.0/5 (46 reviews)

About the trip

This trip is great for begginer fisherman and kids. 3 hours of fun fishing most often with live shrimp or live baitfish.

Available trips

Private trip
2 hour trip

2 hour trip,
starts at 8:00 AM

Price for 2 persons

US $375

Private trip
4 Hour Fishing Trip

4 hour trip,
starts at 8:00 AM

Price for 2 persons

US $550

Private trip
4 Hour Evening Fishing Trip

4 hour trip,
starts at 3:00 PM

Price for 2 persons

US $550

Private trip
5 Hour Fishing Trip

5 hour trip,
starts at 8:00 AM

Price for 2 persons

US $650

Private trip
6 Hour Fishing Trip

6 hour trip,
starts at 8:00 AM

Price for 2 persons

US $700

Private trip
Full day fishing and island stops

8 hour trip,
starts at 8:00 AM

Price for 2 persons

US $850

About the charter captain

Dan Ison

St. Petersburg, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
46 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 2023
angler's choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Growing up in St. Petersburg Florida captain Dan has been fishing the Tampa Bay/Gulf of Mexico water his whole life.

Which fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Ladyfish
Ladyfish

Boat specs

Boat Image
Category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2018
Boat manufacturer
Sea Hunt
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

Customer reviews

Trip Reviews (12)
Charter Reviews (46)

Rating summary

5/5
out of 5 stars from 12 reviews

Photos & videos by reviewers (23)

Awesome
Awesome
Tampa Bay
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Victoria A.
Victoria A.
5.0/5

3 Hour Beginner Fishing Trip on June 26, 2025

Great trip!

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Captain Dan was a fantastic fishing guide! Our son’s dream was to catch a shark and on his first cast, he was successful. Captain Dan is well aware of good fishing spots and gives customers a great experience. He helped all onboard cast, change out bait, and reel when needed.

Captain Dan was a fantastic fishing guide! Our son’s dream was to catch a shark and on his first cast, he was successful. Captain Dan is well aware of good fishing spots and gives customers a great experience. He helped all onboard cast, change out bait, and reel when needed.  

 Victoria A. recommends Beachside Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 27, 2025
Thanks for the review Victoria

Jennifer L.
Jennifer L.
5.0/5

3 Hour Beginner Fishing Trip on June 18, 2025

Girls fish too

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I booked this trip so my daughters could experience some ocean fishing, and we were not disappointed! Captain Dan is a super nice guy and did absolutely amazing with everything. We had a much fun and will definitely book again when I’m in town next! Highly recommend!

I booked this trip so my daughters could experience some ocean fishing, and we were not disappointed! Captain Dan is a super nice guy and did absolutely amazing with everything. We had a much fun and will definitely book again when I’m in town next! Highly recommend!  

 Jennifer L. recommends Beachside Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 1, 2025
Thanks for the great review

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait

All bait included

Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

No extra charge to clean your catch

Drinks

Water bottles included

Fishing License

All fishing licenses included

How cancellations work

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

Kids of all ages welcome

You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

US $450

Private trip

3 Hour Beginner Fishing Trip

3 hour trip, starts at 8:00 AM

Price for group of 4 persons 

US $450


Trip price

US $450

Free cancellation before July 14.

You won' t be charged yet

Available trips