Captain
Damian Picciano

Member since September 2017 Sarasota, United States
Background
Captain Damien Picciano has fished the local waters for over 20 years, guaranteeing that you have all the information you need to get that catch. He's a true expert when it comes to catching species such as Sharks, Redfish, Snook, Trouts or Kingfish. A family man, he knows that the customer's experience is the most important thing, so he works very hard to make sure your trip will be both memorable and enjoyable.
Techniques
I personally like Bottom fishing for Grouper ,Snapper also Live Bait trolling for Kingfish ,Tunas, Cobias and Shark Fishing

Hey, I'm Captain Damian Picciano

Sarasota, United States
Background
Captain Damien Picciano has fished the local waters for over 20 years, guaranteeing that you have all the information you need to get that catch. He's a true expert when it comes to catching species such as Sharks, Redfish, Snook, Trouts or Kingfish. A family man, he knows that the customer's experience is the most important thing, so he works very hard to make sure your trip will be both memorable and enjoyable.
Techniques
I personally like Bottom fishing for Grouper ,Snapper also Live Bait trolling for Kingfish ,Tunas, Cobias and Shark Fishing
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(427 reviews)
Angler's choice
Sarasota
 3 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $850

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 428 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (500)
Fantastic fishing experience!
Fantastic fishing experience!
Fantastic fishing experience!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Armand D.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  July 23, 2026
The charter operator canceled 2 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Tabatha H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

BEST TRIP EVER!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Offshore on March 31, 2026
๐ŸŽฃโ˜€๏ธ What an amazing family fishing trip! We had the best experience with Captain Damian and deckhand Joshโ€”truly...
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Trevor G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great experience!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - Offshore on March 21, 2026
Our family had the best time ever on this 6 hour fishing trip! Capt Damien and mate Josh were both very knowledgeable, friendly...
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Paul G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time and trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - Offshore on April 28, 2026
Charter was outstanding. There two couples. My wife had never been fishing and enjoyed her first experience!ย  I cannot...
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John F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip with Friends

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Offshore on March 26, 2026
Captain Damien and Josh were both great.ย  Everything was taken care of - fishing poles were plentiful and ready to roll.ย ...
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