Fishing charters in Belleair Shore, FL

Whether you are looking for a calm inshore fishing or a deep sea fishing adventure, Belleair Shore fishing options are only a click away.

Depending on the season, you can catch Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and many more.

Inshore fishing charters in Belleair Shore

Inshore fishing is one of Belleair Shore's key attractions. Bays, inlets, and shallow flats provide excellent fishing opportunities for a relaxing outing.

There are a plenty of options for your next fishing trip near Belleair Shore. Local waters a playground for Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and many more.

Inshore fishing trips are good for families with kids, couples, and small groups of friends.

Inshore fishing trip prices

$436 is the average price for a 4-hour inshore fishing trip and 2 people. An extra person fee is $50. Fishing charters can accommodate 4-6 anglers depending on the size of the vessel.

The cheapest rates start at $200 for a 2-hour inshore fishing trip near Belleair Shore.

You can find 41 fishing charters in Belleair Shore and nearby cities. It’s easy to find your next fishing adventure in Belleair Shore.

Best time for inshore fishing

The best time to go inshore fishing in Belleair Shore are considered to be June, July and May.

Popular inshore fish species

• Mangrove Snapper
• Snook
• Redfish
• Tarpon
• Cobia

Popular inshore fishing charters

• Florida Reels Fishing Charters from $300.00
• Skinny Water Charters from $470.00
• Imperial Sportfishing from $300.00
• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $300.00
• Non-Stop Fishing Charters from $325.00

Offshore fishing charters in Belleair Shore

While it might be famous for its inshore fishing trips, Belleair Shore offshore fishing charters have plenty to offer offshore anglers.

These waters will yield anything from Cobia and King Mackerel to Gag Grouper and Jack Crevalle.

Offshore fishing trips are good for experienced anglers, groups for friends, and those who want to reel in a bigger catch. Be ready to travel into the federal waters miles off the coast.

Offshore fishing trip prices

$682 is the average price for a 4-hour offshore fishing trip and 2 people. Add $50 for an extra angler. Fishing charters can accommodate 4-6 anglers depending on the size of the vessel.

The most affordable rates start at $350 for a 4-hour offshore fishing trip near Belleair Shore.

In Belleair Shore and nearby cities, there are more than 29 offshore fishing charters. You will have a lot of choices to book your next fishing retreat.

Keep in mind that it takes time to get to the best offshore fishing spots. It’s better to take a 6-hour offshore fishing trip if you want more fishing action.

The average tips are 15-20% of the total fishing charter price.

Best time for offshore fishing

June, July and May are the best months for offshore fishing near Belleair Shore.

Popular offshore fish species

• Cobia
• King Mackerel
• Gag Grouper
• Jack Crevalle
• Blacktip Shark

Popular offshore fishing charters

• Pura Vida Charters from $700.00
• Skirtchaser Charters from $1600.00
• Bentley’s Charters & Custom Rods from $1200.00

Family-friendly fishing charters in Belleair Shore

Belleair Shore family-friendly fishing charters specialize in trips for anglers of all ages. It’s the best way to introduce your children to sport fishing and show various saltwater fish species.

The beautiful inshore waters of Belleair Shore allow for a great amount of fishing and fun. Since the waters are calm, your family can focus on relaxing fishing.

Family-friendly fishing trip prices

Take a quick 4-hour inshore fishing trip. It won’t be an exhausting trip, so your kids will learn more about fish species and fishing techniques.

$436 is the average price for a 4-hour family-friendly fishing trip and 2 guests. An extra guest fee is $50. Fishing charters can accommodate up to 6 persons depending on the capacity of the boat.

Popular family-friendly fishing charters

• Florida Reels Fishing Charters from $395.00
• Skinny Water Charters from $470.00
• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $500.00
• Non-Stop Fishing Charters from $325.00
• Light Tackle Adventures from $600.00

Shark fishing charters in Belleair Shore

A wide variety of sharks are found in the waters near Belleair Shore, making it a perfect destination for shark fishing. Belleair Shore shark fishing charters are experienced in targeting various species of sharks.

There are plenty of options for your next shark fishing trip near Belleair Shore. These waters are home to Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Nurse Shark, Bull Shark, and many more.

Note: some shark species are considered prohibited in Florida and cannot be kept as a trophy. These sharks have to be released. Fishing charter Captains will help you with shark identification.

Sharks are known to inhabit shallows, reefs, shipwrecks, sandy bottoms, and even deep sea waters. Juvenile sharks use estuaries and lagoon areas as nursery grounds, while adults could be found in deeper waters.

Live bait is preferred for shark fishing. Mullet, Little Tunny, Blue Runner, and Ladyfish would be the perfect bait for shark fishing. Fishing charters prepare the bait depending on what shark species you want to catch.

Shark fishing trip prices

$522 is the average base price for a private 4-hour shark fishing charter and 2 anglers. Add $50 for each additional person. Fishing charters can accommodate 4-6 anglers depending on the size of the vessel.

You can find 13 fishing charters in Belleair Shore and nearby cities. It’s easy to find your next fishing getaway in Belleair Shore.

Best time for shark fishing in Belleair Shore

Sharks are active all year round. The best months for targeting sharks in Belleair Shore are from March through October.

Popular shark species

• Blacktip Shark
• Bonnethead Shark
• Nurse Shark
• Bull Shark
• Blue Shark

Popular shark fishing charters

• Florida Reels Fishing Charters from $395.00
• Skinny Water Charters from $470.00
• Imperial Sportfishing from $600.00
• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $500.00

Tarpon fishing charters in Belleair Shore

Tarpon is one of the top trophy fish you can target on Belleair Shore fishing charters. Belleair Shore Tarpon fishing charters can help you to catch your next trophy fish. They will show you how to use the proper fishing method in the right spot and at the right time.

Tarpon inhabit waters around river mouths, bays, mangroves, and shallows. The perfect bait for targeting the silver king could be crabs, shrimps, mullet, or pinfish.

Note: Tarpon are a protected catch-and-release-only species. And keep in mind that Tarpon over 40 inches must remain in the water. So be very careful with your trophy, take a quick photo, and release your catch.

Tarpon fishing rates

On average, the base price for a 6-hour Tarpon fishing charter is $580 for 2 anglers. An extra person fee is $50.

In Belleair Shore and nearby cities, there are around 15 fishing charters specialized in Tarpon fishing.

Best time for Tarpon fishing in Belleair Shore

Late spring and summer are the best seasons to catch Tarpon in Belleair Shore. The peak months for Tarpon fishing are August, July, and June.

Popular Tarpon fishing charters

• Florida Reels Fishing Charters from $700.00
• Imperial Sportfishing from $800.00
• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $900.00
• Good Inshore Fishing from $800.00
• Fish Tampa Flats Charters from $850.00

FAQ

What is included in the price?

Most trips are all-inclusive. Captains provide rods, reels, tackle, bait, and a cooler with ice. Usually, Captains clean the catch for free.

Captains provide a saltwater fishing license. It covers all the anglers on the boat.

An offshore fishing charter has to have a federal permit to fish in the federal waters.

What to bring on a fishing charter trip?

Depending on the weather, Captains recommend bringing sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, long sleeve shirt, hat, windbreaker, waterproof jacket, waterproof pans, appropriate non-skid footwear, gloves, your medicines, bug bite cream, sanitizer, drinks, and snacks.

Bring your freshwater license if you are planning to fish in the freshwater.

Some Captains don’t recommend bringing spray sunscreen, liquor, weapons, fireworks, and inappropriate footwear.

How to book a fishing charter trip?

You can make a reservation with a 10-30% deposit.

The remaining balance has to be paid directly to the Captain on the day of your trip or upon arrival.

The majority of the fishing charter deposits are refundable if you can cancel before the cancellation deadline. On average, a free cancellation deadline is 2-14 days before the trip date. Keep in mind that some of the bookings could be non-refundable.

What are the closest boat ramps and marinas to Belleair Shore?

Popular public boat ramps and marinas near Belleair Shore are:

• Gandy Boat Ramp, 5108 West Gandy Blvd — 37 mins from Belleair Shore
• Belleair Causeway Boat Ramp, 3900 W Bay Dr — 4 mins from Belleair Shore
• Demens Landing Boat Ramp, 301 1st Ave SE — 37 mins from Belleair Shore