Brian Hansen
Captain

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
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    Member since 2024
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    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

  • Michael Pucek
    Michael Pucek
    Repeat angler
    us
    Wisconsin, US
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    Member since 2024
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great trip with Captain Brian with Westbound Sports Fishing

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

    Great trip with Captain Brian. He knew where the big ones are. 2nd trip with him and will schedule another definitely

    Reported catch:
    Grunt
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Mike! Great trip enjoy the fresh fish

  • Theresa Chavis
    Theresa Chavis
    us
    Florida, US
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    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
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    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
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    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!!!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    Great trip with Captain Brian with Westbound Sports Fishing
    Michael P.
    Michael P.
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    July fishing trip
    Jennifer G.
    Jennifer G.
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    Awesome Awesome Awesome!!
    Colton S.
    Colton S.
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    very good fish trip
    Carly A.
    Carly A.
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    Great day on the water!
    Paul H.
    Paul H.
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    Florida fishing trip
    Dan M.
    Dan M.
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    perfect family trip!
    Brian C.
    Brian C.
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    Great trip, Captain was very attentive to all our needs.
    Theresa C.
    Theresa C.
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    March fishing trip
    Matt G.
    Matt G.
  • Westbound Sportfishing
    Westbound SportfishingSt. Petersburg, FL
    Great Quick Trip
    James T.
    James T.

What's biting with Westbound Sportfishing in St. Petersburg

As the tourist season winds down, the fishing season is just getting better and better. Big King Mackerel arrive close to the beaches during their fall migration. People from far and wide come to catch a 'smoker.'

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