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 269 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Tampa bay fishing!
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Great time with Captain Max
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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
92%
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Grace N.
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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We got more than we couldโ€™ve dreamed of!

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“ Afternoon Shorty on May 29, 2024
Capt Max was AMAZING! The trip exceeded our expectations. Capt Max took care of us like we were family and it was the most...
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Jeanne S.
Excellent
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Great day on the bay

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunrise Special (AM) on May 23, 2024
Captain Max put us on the fish. Showed up on time ready to go with a bait well filled with lively little buggers.
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Brian B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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On the fish!!

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunset Shorty on March 21, 2024
Could not have hoped for a better couple hours on the water. On the fish within minutes of departure - local knowledge of...
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Ronald H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Tough fishing because the water was cold.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunset Special (PM) on January 24, 2024
Captain Max took my two young grandsons to fish for whatever would bite. They each caught a few, and were happy. And they were...
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Aimee C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunrise Special (AM) on January 5, 2024
My dad (grandpa) was in from out of town and wanted to take his grandkids out on the water. Everyone caught a different kind...
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