Tampa offshore fishing charters
Grouper, snapper, kingfish, amberjack and cobia in the Gulf of Mexico off the mouth of Tampa Bay.
Tampa offshore fishing charters run out into the Gulf of Mexico off the mouth of Tampa Bay, where big schools of baitfish draw grouper, snapper, kingfish, amberjack, cobia and sharks. Trips run 6 or 8 hours with a local captain, with the fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait included. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book.
How to book your Tampa offshore trip
Online booking isn’t available for this trip yet. Call us and we’ll book your date.
6- or 8-hour offshore trips
Call (407) 392-4593Saltwater license covered by the captain. Free cancellation up to 72 hours before. Full refund or free reschedule if the guide cancels for weather. Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
What can you catch offshore fishing in Tampa?
Tampa offshore fishing charters fish the Gulf of Mexico off the mouth of Tampa Bay for gag and red grouper, red, mangrove and lane snapper, kingfish, amberjack, cobia, Spanish mackerel and sharks, with an occasional blackfin tuna or sailfish. iOutdoors books 6- and 8-hour trips with a local captain. The licensed captain covers your saltwater fishing license. These trips are booked by phone: call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
What’s included and what to bring
- Licensed local captain
- Boat and fuel
- Saltwater fishing license (covered by the captain)
- Rods, reels and tackle
- Bait
- Fish cleaning
- Captain tip (10–20% is customary)
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to the meeting spot
What to bring
What’s biting offshore by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Grouper and snapper on the bottom
- Calmer days between cold fronts
Spring Mar–May
- Kingfish move through
- Grouper and snapper
Summer Jun–Aug
- Bottom fishing
- Early starts beat the afternoon storms
Fall Sep–Nov
- Kingfish return
- Grouper and snapper
Fish you can catch offshore from Tampa
Grouper, snapper, kingfish, amberjack and cobia. Swipe to see what you could catch.
Kingfish
King mackerelFast fish that move along the coast in spring and fall.
Amberjack
Greater amberjackHard-pulling Gulf fish, when the season is open.
Seasons, size and bag limits apply: see the FWC saltwater fishing regulations. Your captain can tell you what you can keep.
Where you’ll fish
Trips run out into the Gulf of Mexico off the mouth of Tampa Bay, where baitfish school year-round.
Meeting spot: we confirm the dock and start time with you when you book.
Tampa offshore fishing questions
How do I book?
Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, and we’ll check dates and book your trip.
How much does a Tampa offshore trip cost?
Call us for the price for your date, trip length and group.
What can I catch?
Gag and red grouper, red, mangrove and lane snapper, kingfish, amberjack, cobia, Spanish mackerel and sharks, with an occasional blackfin tuna or sailfish. Seasons apply to many Gulf species.
How long are the trips?
6 or 8 hours. Longer trips give your captain time to run farther out.
Do I need a fishing license?
No. The captain’s saltwater license covers everyone fishing on the trip.
What’s included in the price?
The licensed captain, boat and fuel, your saltwater fishing license, rods, reels, tackle, bait and fish cleaning. Not included: the captain’s tip (10–20% is customary) and food and drinks.
Can we keep the fish we catch?
Size and bag limits apply to many species, and some are catch and release. Your captain can tell you what you can keep on the day.
Is offshore fishing good for kids and first-timers?
Offshore trips run on open water, so they suit anglers who are comfortable on a boat. For young kids, a Tampa inshore trip is often a better fit.
Where do we meet?
We confirm the dock and start time with you when you book.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the captain or guide cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule. You can also cancel for free up to 72 hours before your trip.
Nearby offshore fishing trips
More offshore trips on the Gulf coast. Each one is booked by phone.
