First Cast Fishing Charters

What better way to explore the Tampa Bay than with a premier inshore fishing charter? Whether you’re a first-timer or a local going after your personal best, First Cast Fishing Charters will do everything possible to make your dreams come true. Captain Bernie Vinoski brings to the deck over two decades of fishing experience in and around the Tampa Bay area. He knows the waters like the back of his hand, so can tailor any trip to your desires.

You’ll fish aboard a custom built 23’ Aeon tower boat with all the latest electronics and gear fitted for a smooth, confident ride. This boat is designed to handle the shallow water of the flats, the ever-changing conditions in the bay, and the deeper waters of the Gulf. The Aeon features a spacious casting deck, two live wells, a 10’ Powerpole Blade, Minn Kota GPS Trolling Motor, and a full T-top offering shade on warm summer days.

The fall months always provide a rush through the veins, as the fish stack up in every corner and on every flat. This time of year, completing your inshore slam of Snook, Redfish, and Trout is an everyday possibility. During the season, you’ll even get the chance to go after Tarpon – the most prized inshore species there is. But whatever time of year you come, you’re in for an exciting tussle with the fish, and a delicious treat to take home.

There are plenty of Shimano and Tsunami rods and reels for all on board, and you’ll even have enough space to fish at the same time. Live bait is usually be prepared before the trip, but even if it needs to be caught, Capt. Bernie won’t let it eat into your trip time! Whether chasing Snook and Redfish in the bays, or fishing the stunning beaches for Tarpon and Kingfish, you’re in for a first-class experience with First Cast Fishing Charters. Take advantage now!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Viaje Privado
    4 Hour Afternoon Trip
    Cancelación GRATIS 3 días de aviso
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 1:15 PM
    US $600
    Spend the afternoon fishing the local bays and beaches for a range of delicious and exciting species. This trip will give you a real taste of inshore fishing and the Tampa Bay's rich waters. Go after anything from Groupers, Redfish, and Tripletail, to Permit, Jack Crevalle, and Snook, for an exhilirating time on the water.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Permit
    Permit
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Pompano
    Pompano
  • Viaje Privado
    4 hour Mid-Day Trip
    Cancelación GRATIS 3 días de aviso
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 11:15 AM
    US $600
    This 4 hour trip is another great opportunity to catch the many species we have available in the bay. This trip may not always be available as trip times are not allowed to overlap.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Viaje Privado
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    Cancelación GRATIS 3 días de aviso
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 7:00 AM
    US $600
    This morning trip will see you head out early to catch the morning bite, when the fish are at their most hungry. When fishing the shallower waters, this is the best time to spot big snook and reds. You'll also be going after a host of other exciting game and flavorsome fish, be it, trout, snapper, sheephead and any of our other seasonal delicacies.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Permit
    Permit
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Pompano
    Pompano
  • Viaje Privado
    3/4 Day Trip
    Cancelación GRATIS 3 días de aviso
    6 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 7:00 AM
    US $800
    The most popular option, this 6-hour trip gives you the chance to really get to know the inshore waters of St.Petersburg and the Tampa Bay, reeling in plenty of fish, and having a great day out. These waters are home to some of the best inshore species around, with Snook and Tarpon passing through, as well as Groupers, Snappers, Tripletails, Permits, Redfish, and many mo re.
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Permit
    Permit
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Pompano
    Pompano
  • Viaje Privado
    Full Day Trip
    Cancelación GRATIS 3 días de aviso
    8 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 7:00 AM
    US $1,000
    If you want to maximize your chance of getting fish on the boat, this is the trip for you. Spend a whole day on the water, getting acquainted with the Tampa Bay's diverse inshore waters. You'll be able to hunt the flats, as well as the open bays for a range of game fish like Snook, and even Tarpon (when in season), to delicious table fish, such as snapper, seasonal inshore grouper, spotted sea trout, seasonal king mackeral, among many more.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Permit
    Permit
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Pompano
    Pompano
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FAQs about First Cast Fishing Charters

First Cast Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Afternoon Trip (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 hour Mid-Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with First Cast Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Localizador de peces
  • Vivero para la carnada
  • Equipo Multimedia
  • Motor de troleo inalámbrico
  • Nevera para la pesca Yeti 110qt

Trips booked with First Cast Fishing Charters include:
  • Cañas, carretes y equipo
  • Carnada Viva
  • Señuelos
  • Limpieza y Fileteado
  • Bebidas (Water, Gatorade)
  • Licencia de Pesca

First Cast Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Pesca de Orilla
  • Pesca Cerca de la Costa
  • Pesca en Arrecife
  • Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas
  • Pesca Backcountry

First Cast Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Equipo Ligero
  • Equipo Pesado
  • Troleo
  • Spinning

Top targeted fish species with First Cast Fishing Charters include:
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Permit
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tripletail

Sobre el Captain

Bernie Vinoski
San Petersburgo, Florida, Estados Unidos
Reportes de Pesca
Identificación y licencia verificadas
74 Opiniones de los clientes
Tiempo de respuesta dentro de una hora
Miembro desde Noviembre 2018
Angler's Choice
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I have been addicted to fishing for most of my life. My father and grandfather, both Miami natives, put a rod in my hand at a very young age. I have 20+ years of solid experience fishing the Tampa Bay, Florida Keys, East Coast, and have traveled many times to Central America, the Caribbean, and Mexico fishing with some of the most well-known guides in search of trophies. I've fished professionally since my late teens when I joined the Pursuit Fishing Team on the SKA Circuit and FLW King Fish Championship Series. I worked as a Chef for 17 years, fishing as a hobby through my twenties, and became a full-time, licensed captain in my late 20s. I have owned and operated many different boats over the years, from Mavericks and Shearwaters to Pursuits and Jupiters. I recently acquired my favorite boat yet, the Aeon 23 DLX. I love fishing more than just about anything else. Moreover, I love taking people fishing and teaching them about our local species and ecology.

Sobre este listado

Especies de Interés

Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Permit Permit

Especificaciones del barco

Aeon (Center console) construido en 2012. Impulsado por 300HP Yamaha 4 Stroke motor, con una velocidad máxima de crucero de 55 nudos.

Longitud
23 ft
Capacidad
4 personas

Tipos de Pesca

Pesca de Orilla
Pesca Cerca de la Costa
Pesca en Arrecife
Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas
Pesca Backcountry

Técnicas de Pesca

Equipo Ligero
Equipo Pesado
Troleo
Spinning

Servicios

GPS
Localizador de peces
Vivero para la carnada
Equipo Multimedia
Motor de troleo inalámbrico
Nevera para la pesca
Yeti 110qt

El Viaje Incluye

Cañas, carretes y equipo
Carnada Viva
Señuelos
Limpieza y Fileteado
Bebidas
Water, Gatorade
Licencia de Pesca

Política de Cancelación

Cancelación gratis hasta 3 días antes del viaje

Los clientes pueden cancelar o modificar su reserva hasta 3 días antes de la fecha del viaje sin cargo. Si el viaje se cancela o modifica después, o en caso de no presentarse, se cobrará el 100% del depósito.

Políticas

Opción de traslado después de reservar
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Se permiten niños
Must be at least 5 years old
Te quedas con la pesca
Se permite captura y liberación

Pago

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

Cuando el capitán confirme tu viaje, FishingBooker cargará a su tarjeta de crédito un depósito del 30% para garantizar la reserva.

El saldo restante se pagará directamente al operador del charter en la fecha del viaje o antes en uno de los siguientes métodos de pago:

Efectivo
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Al pagar el saldo restante con tarjeta de crédito, habrá un cargo adicional del 5%

San Petersburgo Calendario de Pesca

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Opiniones de los clientes

Calificación general
Excellent
4.9 / 5
de 5 estrellas de 74 reseñas
Barco
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Fotos de clientes (52)
Wonderful trip!
Wonderful trip!
Wonderful trip!
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Calificación del pescador
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Opinión de los pescadores
Buena experiencia
100%
Capitán amigable
100%
Recomienda este charter
95%
Apto para niños
100%
Satisfecho con el barco
100%
Atrapé lo que quería
94%
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Steve D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Cold front moved in but Capt found some fish

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (AM) on Noviembre 28, 2023
Front moved in and dropped the temp to low fifties. Water temp dropped 3 degrees and had a extreme low tide.  Started out...
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Dan D.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Very good
4.0 / 5
En general

Florida slam completed!

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  Half Day Trip (AM) on Marzo 25, 2024
It was SUPER windy, but Bernie work hard to get us in some good spots to catch fish. Other captains probably would’ve cancelled...
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Jackson K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Amazing Experience

VERIFICADO   3/4 Day Trip on Agosto 9, 2023
Captain Bernie was very knowledgeable about the species and habitat fished. It was an honor to spend quality time with my wife...
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Jeff W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general
What a great time today but the fishing was really slow. Bernie did his best and worked really hard to get us on some fish. ...
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Eugene R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Fishing with Bernie

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  Half Day Trip (AM) on Abril 7, 2024
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