Captain
Max Rowe

Member since August 2018 Tampa, United States
Background
I grew up on the water in Tampa Bay and fishing has been my passion since I was 12 years old. I love catching big fish - lots of big fish. Also the mystery of what big sea creature you'll find out there; sharks, dolphins, manatees, and even alligators are regularly spotted while fishing. The biodiversity and the crazy fish you catch and see keeps me coming back. After developing a love for fishing, and earning the nickname "Captain,"- through middle and highschool, I took a scholarship to USF to play college baseball. Then I pursued being a drummer in a rock band, now I'm a licensed captain and have been for 7 years. Fishing is my true passion and is now just about the only thing I do. It is my passion, career, hobby, and therapy. I get along with everyone and welcome all skill levels. I love the science behind catching fish and love to educate. I hope to pass on my passion to all of my customers.
Techniques
Live bait fishing is my go-to method. Would you eat a plastic cheeseburger over a real one? White bait (sardines) during the warmer months and shrimp when colder. I mainly target Snook, Trout, Redfish, Tarpon, Tripletail, Cobia, Snapper, Grouper, Mackerel, and more. All fishing is done around Downtown Tampa( Hillsborough Bay). If you prefer to fish with lures you are welcome to, I have a few options.

Hey, I'm Captain Max Rowe

Tampa, United States
Background
I grew up on the water in Tampa Bay and fishing has been my passion since I was 12 years old. I love catching big fish - lots of big fish. Also the mystery of what big sea creature you'll find out there; sharks, dolphins, manatees, and even alligators are regularly spotted while fishing. The biodiversity and the crazy fish you catch and see keeps me coming back. After developing a love for fishing, and earning the nickname "Captain,"- through middle and highschool, I took a scholarship to USF to play college baseball. Then I pursued being a drummer in a rock band, now I'm a licensed captain and have been for 7 years. Fishing is my true passion and is now just about the only thing I do. It is my passion, career, hobby, and therapy. I get along with everyone and welcome all skill levels. I love the science behind catching fish and love to educate. I hope to pass on my passion to all of my customers.
Techniques
Live bait fishing is my go-to method. Would you eat a plastic cheeseburger over a real one? White bait (sardines) during the warmer months and shrimp when colder. I mainly target Snook, Trout, Redfish, Tarpon, Tripletail, Cobia, Snapper, Grouper, Mackerel, and more. All fishing is done around Downtown Tampa( Hillsborough Bay). If you prefer to fish with lures you are welcome to, I have a few options.
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4.8 / 5
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Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 274 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
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Mark M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Max is a great captain

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunset Special (PM) on April 7, 2023
He is the most knowledgeable guide I have fished with
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Clint S.
Sperry, IA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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January fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunrise Special (AM) on January 14, 2023
Great experience and will go again with Max and Connor
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Tyler K.
Calgary, Alberta
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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4 Hour Trip 2 Canadian Cousins

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunrise Special (AM) on October 10, 2022
Captain Max is top notch. We caught fish at every stop we made. Amazing local knowledge and all around great guy to spend time...
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Chad G.
Lakeland, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Family Fun Day

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunset Special (PM) on May 15, 2022
Captain Max and first mate Connor were great! It was a tough day with the wind, but they worked hard to make the best of it....
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STEVEN C.
Lakeland, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day trip with Captain Max

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip โ€“ Whole Day Special on November 13, 2022
We had a great time fishing with Captain Max. He put us on fish pretty early and kept us there most of the day. I would recommend...
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