Baitrun Charters 

4.9
(56 reviews)
 
State licensed
 West Prescott Street 5535, Tampa, FL 33616, United States–

Baitrun Charters 

Tampa, FL, United States
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21 ft
3
4.9
(56 reviews)

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There's a fish with your name on it in Tampa and Baitrun Charters will help you catch it!

Local species include Gag Grouper, Hogfish, Cobia, Pompano, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Spanish Mackerel, Speckled Trout, Tarpon, Tripletail, and more if you cast your line at the right time of year. On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are never a bad idea so that everyone stays happy and energized!

Your vessel for the day is a 21' Center console with room for 3 passengers. It has downriggers, as well as everything else you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Have in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

Don't leave home without sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

There's a fish with your name on it in Tampa and Baitrun Charters will help you catch it!

Local species include Gag Grouper, Hogfish, Cobia, Pompano, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Spanish Mackerel, Speckled Trout, Tarpon, Tripletail, and more if you cast your line at the right time of year. On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are never a bad idea so that everyone stays happy and energized!

Your vessel for the day is a 21' Center console with room for 3 passengers. It has downriggers, as well as everything else you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Have in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

Don't leave home without sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

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2 adults • 0 children
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3 Hour - Sunrise
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $450
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3 Hour - Sunrise (copy)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $450
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip – Custom
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip (copy)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $750
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip – Custom
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $750
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full day
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 3 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
56 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (55)

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
97%
Friendly captain
97%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

Reviews (56)

  • Matt Crosby
    Matt Crosby
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Great day on the water

    6 Hour Trip on October 16, 2026 • 3 adults

    Captain James did a great job. Gone on a variety of Snook, Redfish, Trout, and a Red Grouper. Had a fantastic time!

  • Ross Gelman
    Ross Gelman
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2023
    7 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Hard Working awesome Captain!

    4 Hour Trip – Custom on August 24, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    we booked for our trip. And it was slow. However. James was awesome. He kept looking for fish. He kept trying things. He is very good natured and has great Customer Service skills. Made the trip very fun. And finally put us on fish. Definitely recommend him. Very good guy.

  • Sierra Barron
    Sierra Barron
    us
    New Mexico, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Beautiful day for snapper!

    3 Hour - Sunrise on June 21, 2026 • 2 adults

    Had an awesome Father’s Day outing! Thankful for Capt James and his expertise. It was quiet at the beginning but he stayed positive and focused and we brought home a handful of Snapper and some good memories! Definitely an experience i’d love to do again!

  • Joshua Snyder
    Joshua Snyder
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain James is the man!

    3 Hour - Sunrise on June 18, 2026 • 2 adults

    Booked a trip with Captain James for Father's Day and it was a blast! We caught a mixed bag, and even a few monster speckled trout. If yall are looking for a chil, laid back guide Captain James is it! Thanks again boss!

  • Shanice  Johnson
    Shanice Johnson
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Everything was Amazing !!!

    3 Hour - Sunset on March 26, 2026 • 2 adults

    My husband and I had a great fishing trip with James. James was very informative and attentive to our needs. This was my first time fishing and I didn’t think I would have fun but I did. He basically taught me how to fish. We caught a lot of fish in my opinion. This was an amazing trip. I would love to go back out again. The experience is definitely worth the price.

  • Thomas Russo
    Thomas Russo
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    So worth it!

    3 Hour - Sunset on February 13, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    CaptJames was awesome. Brings you to a couple different spots, helps as much as you want. We did the sunset fish and brought us right where we could fish in a great spot and see the sunset at the same time. Even reached out in advance because the weather didn’t work great on our day so we rebooked better time/weather on the spot

  • Aaron Obrien
    Aaron Obrien
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Trip!

    6 Hour Trip on July 25, 2026 • 3 adults

    We had a great time. The captain was very personable, laid back and knowledgeable. He got us onto a good amount of fish. Would definitely recommend.

  • Robert Johnson
    Robert Johnson
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    perfect for a bay fishing trip

    4 Hour Trip – Custom on July 11, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    As a novice fisher with my 12 y/o step son who loves to fish CPT James was perfect guide and host for a four hour fishing trip.

  • Lauren Conner
    Lauren Conner
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great experience!

    6 Hour Trip – Custom on September 10, 2026 • 2 adults

    had a great time caught some really cool fish and a shark! and captain james was a great guide!

  • Ezra Wolfgang
    Ezra Wolfgang
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great guy

    3 Hour - Sunrise on July 17, 2026 • 3 adults

    gave us a complete expierience was very thiughtful and made eveything very smooth hes the way to go

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Mako LTS
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots
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