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Paddle fishing charters

Guided kayak fishing on the flats and backcountry with a local angler who knows where they're biting. Gear and instruction included.

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Half–Full
Day Options
3
Anglers Max
Included
Kayak & Gear
27 yrs
On These Waters
What it is

Get ready to go fishing.

A kayak fishing charter is the fastest way to learn to fish from a kayak — and have fun doing it. You’ll paddle into the skinny, productive water that boats can’t reach, work the mangrove edges and grass flats for snook, redfish, and trout, and learn to read the tide as you go. New to kayak fishing or just new to Tampa Bay, in a single trip you’ll learn more than several solo outings of trial and error. Everything is provided — you just need a fishing license and a willingness to get a little wet.

Rates

Charter pricing

Prices are per trip and include the kayak and all fishing equipment. Rates below are for the first angler; bring a friend and each additional angler is added on. Maximum of 3 anglers per charter.

Half Day
3–4 hours
$150 first angler
+ $75 each additional angler

A focused morning or afternoon on the water. Perfect for a first taste of kayak fishing or a quick local trip.

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Most popular
¾ Day
5–6 hours
$200 first angler
+ $100 each additional angler

Our most popular trip. Enough time to reach the good water, work multiple spots, and let the tide do its work.

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Full Day
7–8 hours
$240 first angler
+ $125 each additional angler

The whole experience — fish the tides start to finish and cover the backcountry the way it should be fished.

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All trips include kayak and fishing equipment · Maximum 3 anglers · A 3% service fee applies to online bookings. Reservations are confirmed by guide availability, tides, and weather.

What’s included

Everything but the license

Fishing kayak
A stable, rigged fishing kayak — pedal-drive when available, so your hands stay free to fish.
Paddle & PFD
Paddle and a Coast Guard–approved life vest sized to you.
Rod, reel & tackle
Rods, reels, terminal tackle, and bait matched to what the fish are eating that day.
A local guide
Instruction on casting, presentation, and reading the water from someone who fishes these flats year-round.
The right spot
Your guide picks the launch the day before based on tides, wind, and where the fish are holding.
Tide & local knowledge
How the tide moves the bait — and the fish — on Tampa Bay. It's the difference between a good day and a slow one.
Before you go

What to bring

Quick-drying clothing
You will get a little wet. Skip cotton.
Water shoes
Secure, closed-toe or strap sandals — no flip-flops.
Sun & bug protection
Sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat, and polarized sunglasses on a lanyard.
Water & snacks
Bring water and a couple of energy snacks, especially on the longer trips.
A dry bag
For your phone, keys, and anything else that shouldn’t get wet.
A change of clothes
Dry clothes waiting in the car make the drive home a lot nicer.
Good to know

Licensing, payment & cancellations

You need a fishing license

Florida requires a saltwater recreational fishing license for all anglers 16 and older, and it must be in hand before the charter begins. It takes about five minutes to buy online and is valid immediately. Buy your license at myfwc.com

Payment reserves your trip

Payment is due when you reserve. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. A 3% service fee applies to online bookings.

Cancellations & weather

Cancellations made after the reservation deadline, and no-shows, are non-refundable. If we have to cancel for weather, you can reschedule for another day at no charge — safety on the water comes first.

Book your charter

Tell us when you’d like to go

Charters run on request around the tides and the guide’s schedule. Send us your preferred dates and party size and we’ll get back to you to lock in the details.

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Pick a date and trip length and we'll confirm it, then send an invoice to lock it in.

Want to learn more before you book?
Read our Tampa Bay kayak fishing guide — seasons, top launch spots, and gear — or call the shop and talk to us.
Tampa Bay fishing guide Rent a fishing kayak (727) 524-9670