Tarpon Springs · Deep sea · Gulf of Mexico

Tarpon Springs deep sea fishing charters

Grouper, snapper and kingfish in the Gulf of Mexico.

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Head offshore into the Gulf of Mexico from Tarpon Springs with a local captain for grouper, snapper and kingfish. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, and we’ll match you with a captain, a trip length and a date.

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How to book your deep sea trip

Online booking isn’t available for this trip yet. Call us and we’ll book your date.

Offshore trips in the Gulf of Mexico

Call (407) 392-4593

Saltwater 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.

Saltwater 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.

Quick answer

How do I book deep sea fishing in Tarpon Springs?

Tarpon Springs deep sea trips head into the Gulf of Mexico for grouper, snapper and kingfish. They are booked by phone: call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, and we’ll match you with a captain, a trip length and a date. The licensed captain covers your saltwater fishing license.

Prices come from the live booking calendar.

What’s included and what to bring

Included in the price
  • Licensed local captain
  • Boat and fuel
  • Saltwater fishing license (covered by the captain)
  • Rods, reels and tackle
  • Bait
Not included
  • Captain tip (10–20% is customary)
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation to the meeting spot

What to bring

Polarized sunglassesSunscreenHatLight rain jacketWater and snacksCamera or phone in a dry bag

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 Tarpon Springs

Grouper, snapper and kingfish. Swipe to see what you could catch.

Illustration of a grouper
Offshore

Grouper

Gag grouper

Bottom fish on the reefs and ledges, when the season is open.

Illustration of a snapper
Offshore

Snapper

Red snapper

Bottom fishing on reefs and wrecks, when the season is open.

Illustration of a kingfish
Offshore

Kingfish

King mackerel

Fast fish that move along the coast in spring and fall.

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 from the Tarpon Springs area.

Meeting spot: we confirm the dock and start time with you when you book.

Prefer calmer water? See Tarpon Springs inshore fishing, which you can book online.

Tarpon Springs deep sea 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 deep sea trip cost?

Call us for the price for your date, trip length and group.

What can I catch?

Grouper, snapper and kingfish. Seasons apply to many Gulf species.

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 and bait. 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 deep sea 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, an inshore trip is often a better fit.

Can I book online instead?

Tarpon Springs inshore and Lake Tarpon bass trips book online with a live calendar.

What happens if the weather is bad?

If the captain or guide cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for free up to 72 hours before your trip.

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