Gibsonton fishing charters have easy access to the salt marshes, grassy shallows, bays, nearshore reefs, and deep sea waters.
You can reel_in Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and many more.
Good to Know
- Average inshore price $436 for 4-hour trip / 2 anglers
- Average offshore price $682 for 4-hour trip / 2 anglers
- Number of fishing charters 103 in Gibsonton and nearby cities
- Best months for fishing June, July and May
Inshore fishing charters in Gibsonton
Inshore fishing is one of Gibsonton's key attractions.
From the exciting Tarpon fishing to the night Snook fishing trips, there’s something for anglers of all tastes and all ages.
Anglers favorite Gibsonton for its backcountry rivers, bays, and shallow flats.
Gibsonton fishing charters target variety of fish including species like Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and many more.
Inshore fishing trips are very popular with families, couples, and small groups of friends.
Inshore fishing trip prices
On average, the price for a 4-hour inshore fishing trip is $436 for 2 people.
An extra person fee is $50.
Fishing charters can accommodate up to 6 persons depending on the capacity of the boat.
The cheapest 2-hour inshore fishing trip in Gibsonton found on our platform costs $200 for 2 anglers.
You can find more than 190 fishing companies in Gibsonton and nearby cities.
It’s easy to find your next fishing adventure in Gibsonton.
Best time for inshore fishing
The best time to go inshore fishing in Gibsonton are considered to be June, July and May.
Popular inshore fish species
- Mangrove Snapper
- Snook
- Redfish
What is included in the price?
Most trips are all-inclusive.
Captains provide everything you need for a fishing trip: tackle, rods, reels, bait, and a cooler with ice.
Usually, Captains clean the catch for free.
The trip price includes 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 reserve a trip 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 deposit could be refunded if you cancel the trip before the cancellation deadline.
It's usually within 2-14 days of your trip date.
Keep in mind that some of the bookings could be non-refundable.
Boat ramps and marinas near Gibsonton
Popular public boat ramps and marinas near Gibsonton are:
- 1212 Apollo Beach Blvd, Apollo beach FL, 33572
- 602 Bahia Del Sol Dr, Ruskin, FL 33570
- Maximo Boat Ramp, Pinellas Point Dr S & Sunshine Skyway Ln S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711