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Brian Hansen
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Brian Hansen

St. Petersburg, United States
Federal waters
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
Captain Brian is a third-generation Florida native. Fishing and being on the water has always been a passion, he's been hooked on fishing for as long as he can remember. His goal is to give you an unforgettable day on the water and get you hooked as well. Fish on!

Charter

Rating

5.0
120 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

96%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (120)

Showing 1 – 5 of 120 reviews
  • Brian Carter
    Brian Carter
    Repeat angler
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    perfect family trip!

    Half Day Trip – Deep Sea (AM) • 4 adults • 1 child

    captain brian was awesome in every aspect of the experience and we caught over 50 fish. i couldn't have asked for a better captain or boat or experience. we did a four hour trip it was perfecf for my family. i have a son thats 10 and a daughter thats 18. if tou want a great experience all the way around book with westbound aport fishing. i will be booking again next year for sure. probably on a little longer trip

  • Theresa Chavis
    Theresa Chavis
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip, Captain was very attentive to all our needs.

    Full Day Trip – Deep Sea • 4 adults

    experience was awesome, caught our limit of grouper in less than 30 minutes, and the rest of the trip was fantastic. Captain Brian is a true professional. The trip is good for anglers of all levels of experience.

    Reported catch:
    Red Grouper
  • James Talaske
    James Talaske
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Quick Trip

    Half Day Trip – Deep Sea (AM) • 3 adults

    This was an awesome half-day trip and I definitely recommend Westbound Sportfishing for your next trip. We caught so many fish! Brian was great to work with and was very helpful to newer anglers. If you want to jam in a quick fishing trip where time might be constrained, this trip is for you. you’ll catch a lot of fish and the action is non-stop.

    Reported catch:
    Red Grouper
    Grunt
    Response from Captain

    Thanks James! You guys killed it out there!

  • Doug Litke
    Doug Litke
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Brian is an excellent Captain

    Half Day Trip – Deep Sea (AM) • 2 adults

    We had a wonderful half day on the gulf, caught Hog, Scamp, Gray Snapper and Grouper. Brian is a super Captain and fun!! he is extremely knowledgable of the area and the gulf, he put us on fish all morning. This was my wifes first time deep sea fishing, he worked with her and taught here how to do it. I highly recommend fishing with Brian!!! Thank You!!!

  • Paul Hassett
    Paul Hassett
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the water!

    3/4 Day Trip – Deep Sea • 6 adults

    Westbound has a great crew all around. We had rods going off all day. Captain let us tailor the day based on what we wanted to go for. Great mix of Grouper and Snapper. Highly recommend.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    Adult angler holding a large mottled grouper aboard a center-console fishing boat on open water.
    Fish 1
    Gag Grouper
    Michael P.
    Michael P.
    Great trip with Captain Brian. He knew where the big ones are. 2nd trip with him and will schedule another definitely
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Grouper caught while fishing offshore.
    Fish 1
    Red Grouper
    Jennifer G.
    Jennifer G.
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    A variety of freshly caught fish, including Snapper, laid out on a fillet table, showcasing the day's catch in a coastal fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Mutton Snapper
    Colton S.
    Colton S.
    Caught tons of fish, and had a great time. Highly recommend!
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying her catch, a colorful fish, while fishing on a calm day at sea.
    Fish 1
    Red Grouper
    Carly A.
    Carly A.
    very fun and cought many fish
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    Group of four adult anglers displaying several red snapper on a sunny dock beside their fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Red Grouper
    Paul H.
    Paul H.
    Westbound has a great crew all around. We had rods going off all day. Captain let us tailor the day based on what we wanted to go for. Great mix of Grouper and Snapper. Highly recommend.
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Dan M.
    Dan M.
    Even with not the greatest conditions captain Mike was able to put us on the fish. We all had a great time and brought fish home for the grilling. We also caught one hell of a Hogfish
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    Assorted reef fish, including snapper and grouper-like species, neatly arranged on a dockside fillet table beside a bucket.
    Fish 1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Brian C.
    Brian C.
    captain brian was awesome in every aspect of the experience and we caught over 50 fish. i couldn't have asked for a better captain or boat or experience. we did a four hour trip it was perfecf for my family. i have a son thats 10 and a daughter thats 18. if tou want a great experience all the way around book with westbound aport fishing. i will be booking again next year for sure. probably on a little longer trip
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    A variety of fish, including several Grouper, laid out on the deck of a boat after a successful offshore fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Scamp Grouper
    Theresa C.
    Theresa C.
    experience was awesome, caught our limit of grouper in less than 30 minutes, and the rest of the trip was fantastic. Captain Brian is a true professional. The trip is good for anglers of all levels of experience.
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    Adult and two young anglers proudly display three red snapper aboard a boat offshore.
    Matt G.
    Matt G.
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing on a boat in clear blue waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Gag Grouper
    James T.
    James T.
    This was an awesome half-day trip and I definitely recommend Westbound Sportfishing for your next trip. We caught so many fish! Brian was great to work with and was very helpful to newer anglers. If you want to jam in a quick fishing trip where time might be constrained, this trip is for you. you’ll catch a lot of fish and the action is non-stop.

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