Private inshore fishing charter with short runs and all gear included
4 to 8 hour options
Bait & tackle, License, Fish
Explore shallow-water fishing on a private inshore charter in Sarasota, Tampa Bay, or Venice. Choose a 4 to 8 hour trip and target species like redfish, snook, trout, and tarpon.
Bring your own food and water or drinks. A $100 deposit is required to confirm your trip.
A $100 deposit is needed to confirm your trip. If you cancel within 24 hours of your trip, you will lose your deposit.
Bring your own food and water or drinks. Your captain provides the fishing equipment, required fishing licenses, and coolers stocked with ice.
Bring jackets, hats, and sunglasses. Wear shoes you don’t mind getting wet.
Yes. At the end of the day, your captain will clean and bag any fish you choose to keep.
Captain Rachel has built a loyal following over many years, with numerous guests returning season after season since as far back as 2012. She knows Tampa Bay's inshore waters exceptionally well, consistently putting people on trout, redfish, snook, and Spanish mackerel even on tough fishing days. Her preparation stands out too, arriving with a full bait well and handling everything from baiting hooks to cleaning and filleting the catch. She's equally comfortable with seasoned anglers, first-timers, and kids, which makes her a solid choice for families or mixed-experience groups. Guests also appreciate her conservation mindset, using circle hooks and practicing catch and release when appropriate. The overall experience comes across as relaxed and fun, not just productive. If you're on the fence, the number of repeat customers here really does say something.
Chartered with Rachel this morning and had a great time. She was especially good with our 10yo on how to fish the spots for various varieties of fish. Would highly recommend Rachel for a family trip especially with little ones to make sure they catch fish
Drew Blythe
June 30, 2026
Chartered with Rachel this morning and had a great time. She was especially good with our 10yo on how to fish the spots for various varieties of fish. Would highly recommend Rachel for a family trip especially with little ones to make sure they catch fish
Drew Blythe
June 30, 2026
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