Board a 28' pilothouse for a four-hour private deep-sea fishing charter off Clearwater Beach. Gear, license, and a USCG captain are included — expect snapper, grouper, kingfish and more.
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The harbor shrinks behind you while the Gulf opens, glassy then impatient as the Pilothouse cuts into blue. Salt stiffens your jacket; gulls argue overhead and the Captain peels away the docks with a practiced ease. In four hours this compact 28' vessel becomes a platform for close-quarters battle with grouper, snapper, kingfish, mackerel and the occasional tuna or shark that patrols Clearwater’s continental shelf.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be able to stand and move on a rocking deck and handle light to moderate strain when reeling fish.
Wildlife
History
Clearwater’s modern fishing scene grew from 20th-century tourism and commercial fishing; the nearby barrier islands and passes shaped local maritime trade and sport-fishing traditions.
Conservation
Practice catch-and-release for non-target or undersized fish, and avoid single-use plastics on board; many local operators follow state regulations to protect reef habitats and juvenile fish stocks.
Reserve your spot on the Fishing Charters in Clearwater Beach Florida today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring motion-sickness remedies
If you’re prone to seasickness, take a preventative medication the night before or bring pressure bands; Gulf swells can pick up unexpectedly.
Sun protection is non-negotiable
Florida sun reflects off water — pack a high-SPF sunscreen, UV shirt, hat, and polarized sunglasses to protect skin and reduce glare.
Stow electronics in a dry bag
Salt spray and splashes will find phone pockets; keep cameras and phones secure and consider a waterproof case for action shots.
Plan for cash tips and coolers
Bring small bills for crew tips and any onshore purchases; the boat provides a cooler and ice, but pack preferred snacks and refillable water bottles.
Polarized sunglasses
Reduces glare for spotting birds and bait schools and protects eyes from reflected UV.
summer
Non-slip deck shoes
Provides stable footing on wet surfaces and improves safety when moving around the boat.
Waterproof dry bag
Keeps phones, wallets, and cameras dry during spray and while handling catch.
High-SPF sunscreen and lip balm
Protects skin from intense sun exposure on the open water for extended periods.
summer