Captain Jason Dozier is a Florida native who grew up fishing and learning to navigate Florida’s back country and inter-coastal waterways. He has a U.S. Coast Guard 50 ton masters captain license which allows him to pursue his passion of sharing his love, respect, and knowledge of Florida’s pristine coasts.To Capt. Jason, putting his clients on fish is not just a job its a passion; it’s an addiction and it’s a rush. He will work diligently to make sure that you get to enjoy the beautiful waters he gets to fish on everyday just as much as he does.
We will be fishing in and visiting some of Tampa's most beautiful islands, creeks, and sandbars inside of Tampa Bay. Tampa Bay is the largest open-water estuary in Florida, encompassing nearly 400 square miles and bordering three counties -- Hillsborough, Manatee and Pinellas. The bay's sprawling watershed covers a land area nearly five times as large, at 2,200 square miles.
Tour Options
up to 4 person fishing trip
Duration: 4 hours
Highlights
Bottled water
cooler with ice
All fishing equipment and fishing licenses
What's included
Included
Bottled water
cooler with ice
All fishing equipment and fishing licenses
Not included
Customers are required to bring whatever food and drinks they need for the
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does 4 hour Fishing Charter with a Tampa Native take?
4 hour Fishing Charter with a Tampa Native lasts about 4 hours.
How much does 4 hour Fishing Charter with a Tampa Native cost?
Prices start at $700 per person for this Tampa experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel 4 hour Fishing Charter with a Tampa Native for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please park in the designated Car parking areas.(it is free to park)
I will be down at the floating docks at the boat ramp itself. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is 4 hour Fishing Charter with a Tampa Native offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 4 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is 4 hour Fishing Charter with a Tampa Native worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 57 verified reviews; it is run by Chasing Tails Charters. Most-mentioned highlights: Bottled water; cooler with ice; All fishing equipment and fishing licenses.
Reviews(57)
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C2887PNdebf
April 26, 2026
First-rate Fishing Excursion
Garrett was our guide, and we could not have asked for a better Captain. There were four of us: Grandma (me), Grandpa, and our two grandsons, ages 10 and 11. Of all the things we did in Florida during our vacation, by and large, the boys enjoyed their fishing experience the most. These boys are MN boys, and they are accustomed to fishing. But Garrett made it SO FUN for these boys, and they were able to learn new tricks and catch bigger (and more) fish than what we catch regularly in MN. He took the boys to "hot spots; he was helpful, knowledgeable, skilled, and an absolute gem with people. I would highly recommend this personalized excursion. Well worth the time and money!
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Freedom28732734556
January 17, 2026
Good times!!!
This excursion was incredible. 6 of us had the best experience with Capt. Garrett. He knew all the spots where the fish were biting. We landed speckled trout, sheep's head, Lady fish, and red fish. Everyone caught something, but the best part was the ease of it all. Garrett made it fun, shared the lay of the land and had an awesome playlist.
This will definitely be an adventure we'll do again!
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curlyculp
April 22, 2023
Well worth the money.
Great experience. Got us on fish in Tampa Bay and we caught like 40 in 3+ hours'ish of actual fishing. Jason was knowledgeable and fun. Great morning on the water.
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stacied93
April 15, 2023
Great day of fishing!
Such a wonderful trip! Captain Buck knows his playing field. He put us on fish first thing and everywhere else he took us too. We caught snook, crevalle jack, lady fish, Spanish mackerel, speckled trout, catfish and about a two and a half ft shark. Captain Buck is not only knowledgeable, but is also extremely personable and attentive. He'll let you do as much or as little you're comfortable with. At the end he cleaned and bagged the couple of fish we actually kept. We had a wonderful day!!
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seannE5370SC
April 8, 2023
Awesome time!
Had a great time. Buck was very friendly and helpful. He provided is a lot of good advice and insight and made sure we were all accommodated. Would highly recommend.
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johncQ8697JV
June 18, 2021
Great captain
Awesome day fishing in Tampa bay with captain Jason! Great with the boys, taught them a few techniques, and caught a lot of fish! Highly recommend without any hesitation. Plan to use him on our next trip.
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DelaneyyRay
May 11, 2021
INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE
Captain Jason is the real deal!! We caught so many fish, my arms were exhausted by the end of the charter. He knows exactly where the fish are biting and won’t waste time hooking up on them. My experience was incredible and I can’t wait for weeks worth of fish for dinner. I highly recommend this charge to anyone and everyone wanting to have an amazing time catching fish and making memories!!!!
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ries m
May 10, 2021
Worked to find the fish.
Capt Jason worked hard to put us on fish. I’ve been on several other charters where the fish weren’t biting and we sat there until time was up. Our first spot with Jason was a little slow and he quickly made us reel up and move and the second spot was fire! Looking forward to book him again.
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codyw664
May 10, 2021
So much fun
Captain Jason got us right on some trout to get the crowd excited and with the change in tides helped us each get 2 or more Reds! Very entertaining and funny Captain to spend your time with.
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D4130LLtiml
April 29, 2021
Catching fish.
Awesome time. We caught over 20 fish. Jason put us on the fish. I would recommend him to anyone. GreT time on the water.
