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Florida Fishing Charters is here to meet all your Florida Fishing needs! Our goal is to show you where the fish are and insure you have a great time catching them.
Offshore Fishing
Big fish and big fights await on the wrecks and reefs offshore of Tampa in the Gulf of Mexico.
Meet Capt. Jim Teeter
Decades Of Experience
A Navy veteran, licensed pilot, and U.S. Coast Guard Captain, Captain Jim is a native Floridian and avid sportsman with over 30 years of experience fishing off Florida’s west coast. Along with First Mate Brian, it's our mission to provide you and your group with the best fishing experiences the Gulf of Mexico has to offer.
Target Species
We target a mix of iconic species inshore, nearshore, and offshore.
Shark
We have several species of shark around Tampa Bay, including blacktip, spinner, and bull sharks. We target sharks with live bait like blue runners or bonito and heavy tackle. We're targeting sharks around reefs, wrecks, and deeper water channels.
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle are a popular and hard-fighting sportfish, known for their explosive strikes and acrobatic fights. From spring through fall, these fish are plentiful in the waters around Tampa Bay. We use live bait like pilchards or blue runners, targeting areas with strong currents, such as around jetties, bridges, and offshore reefs.
Grouper
The Gulf has a variety of Grouper species, including gag grouper, black grouper, and red grouper. The best time to target these fish is during the spring and summer when the water is warm and fish are feeding. We target Grouper over reefs and wrecks with live bait and heavy tackle.
Snapper
The Gulf is home to a variety of snapper species like mangrove snapper, and vermilion snapper. Snapper fishing is typically best when the water temps are warm. We target them around artificial reefs, bridges, and other structure. Snapper are great eating and easy to catch.
Cobia
The peak season for Cobia around Tampa typically runs from April through June, although they can be found in the area year-round. We target Cobia near structure like buoys, bridges, or wrecks. Cobia put up a hard fight and are one of the best-eating fish you'll bring home with you.
Snook
Snook are iconic species due to their powerful fights, unique appearance, habitat diversity, and cultural significance. Their aggressive strikes, distinctive look, adaptability, and local importance make them a highly sought-after and unforgettable target for saltwater anglers.
