Captain
Christopher Taylor

Member since September 2015 Tampa, United States
Background
Captain Christopher Taylor is a Florida native and a US Coast Guard Licensed Captain who is Certified by the International Game Fish Association (IGFA), and an active member of the Boca Grande Fishing Guides Association (BGFGA). He grew up experiencing everything the Tampa Bay and Boca Grande areas have to offer: from the beautiful Gulf beaches to the excellent fishing. Feel free to ask the captain about anything you may see on your trip as he will be glad to share information that he has learned over the many years of fishing and living in Tampa Bay and Boca Grande. From Florida wildlife, birds, and fish, to historical landmarks and areas. Captain Christopher Taylor will entertain you with the natural resources provided by mother nature herself and simply make up every fishing trip. The captain can also offer great suggestions on restaurants and hotels.
Techniques
Tampa Bay, and Boca Grande both hold some of the worlds most pristine waters and is home to many species of sport-fish. Located on the west coast of Florida, Captain Christopher Taylor invites you to partake on a fishing experience that is sure to make memories that will last. Conveniently Tampa bay, and Boca Grande are a short distance from popular theme parks located in Orlando. any anglers travel to Tampa Bay, and Boca Grande to fish for Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Mackerel, Grouper, Snapper, Kingfish, Sharks, Cobia and more. Most of the time fish are within very close reach and you don't need to travel very far from the dock, or boat ramp. Whether your on vacation, or a local angler looking to fish in your very backyard Captain Christopher Taylor can bring you to the action and deliver to you a fun filled fishing experience. Capt. Taylor facilitates a very positive family friendly environment

Hey, I'm Captain Christopher Taylor

Tampa, United States
Background
Captain Christopher Taylor is a Florida native and a US Coast Guard Licensed Captain who is Certified by the International Game Fish Association (IGFA), and an active member of the Boca Grande Fishing Guides Association (BGFGA). He grew up experiencing everything the Tampa Bay and Boca Grande areas have to offer: from the beautiful Gulf beaches to the excellent fishing. Feel free to ask the captain about anything you may see on your trip as he will be glad to share information that he has learned over the many years of fishing and living in Tampa Bay and Boca Grande. From Florida wildlife, birds, and fish, to historical landmarks and areas. Captain Christopher Taylor will entertain you with the natural resources provided by mother nature herself and simply make up every fishing trip. The captain can also offer great suggestions on restaurants and hotels.
Techniques
Tampa Bay, and Boca Grande both hold some of the worlds most pristine waters and is home to many species of sport-fish. Located on the west coast of Florida, Captain Christopher Taylor invites you to partake on a fishing experience that is sure to make memories that will last. Conveniently Tampa bay, and Boca Grande are a short distance from popular theme parks located in Orlando. any anglers travel to Tampa Bay, and Boca Grande to fish for Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Mackerel, Grouper, Snapper, Kingfish, Sharks, Cobia and more. Most of the time fish are within very close reach and you don't need to travel very far from the dock, or boat ramp. Whether your on vacation, or a local angler looking to fish in your very backyard Captain Christopher Taylor can bring you to the action and deliver to you a fun filled fishing experience. Capt. Taylor facilitates a very positive family friendly environment
Anglers Choice
Verified

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(72 reviews)
Angler's choice
Tampa
 Last booking: 5 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $250
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(28 reviews)
Angler's choice
Ruskin
 Last booking: 4 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $250
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(21 reviews)
Angler's choice
Riverview
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $250
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(13 reviews)
Angler's choice
Boca Grande
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $750
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(22 reviews)
Angler's choice
Apollo Beach
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $250
Excellent
4.6 / 5
(11 reviews)
Angler's choice
Tampa
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $250

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 167 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (144)
Entertaining Captain knows where the fish are biting.
Great day in the waters of Tampa Bay
Great day in the waters of Tampa Bay
+141
Angler rating
150
10
4
1
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
92%
Sort by:
Featured  
Showing:
5 of 167 reviews
Timothy S.
Flushing, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Bucket list, species,,,, check!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on March 24, 2023
Awesome morning on the water with captain Chris!
Timothy S. recommends Florida Reels Fishing Charters โ€“ RW
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Timothy S. recommends Florida Reels Fishing Charters โ€“ RW
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful

William R. C.
San Jose, California
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Girls Day

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on July 9, 2021
Got my girls to go out and try so fishing with their old man. Smack talk was hitting hard and the game was on. To bad the Bay...
William R. C. recommends Florida Reels Fishing Charters โ€“ Apollo Beach
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
William R. C. recommends Florida Reels Fishing Charters โ€“ Apollo Beach
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful

Robert
Brandon, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day with Captain Chris Taylor

4 Hour Tripโ€“Inshore/Nearshore (7AM) on November 27, 2022
Captain Taylor has everything you need for a great fishing trip. He is very knowledgable and experienced.I highly recommend...
Robert recommends Florida Reels Fishing Charters โ€“ TA
Mark review as helpful
2 persons find this review helpful
You and 2 people found this review helpful
Robert recommends Florida Reels Fishing Charters โ€“ TA
Mark review as helpful
2 persons find this review helpful
You and 2 people found this review helpful

Jim B.
Valrico, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome trip

October 15, 2022
A big thank you to Captain Chris for a great trip!! He was very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the entire trip and we...
Jim B. recommends Florida Reels Fishing Charters โ€“ RN
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Jim B. recommends Florida Reels Fishing Charters โ€“ RN
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful

Ian R.
Tampa, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6-hour bay trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on June 26, 2022
My wife and I enjoyed our time with Captain Christopher, he was quite pleasant, knowledgeable of the area, and entertaining....
Ian R. recommends Florida Reels Fishing Charters โ€“ RW
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Ian R. recommends Florida Reels Fishing Charters โ€“ RW
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful