Experience one of the best ways to spend your day on the water with our 4-Hour Inshore Fishing Charter. Perfect for families, first-time anglers, or anyone looking to reel in local favorites like snook, trout, redfish, and mangrove snapper, this trip combines hands-on fishing with a relaxed, scenic ride through the bays surrounding Anna Maria Island.
Led by Captain Caleb O’Connor, a Bradenton native who’s spent his life fishing these waters, this charter offers a fun, educational, and low-stress experience for anglers of all ages. Every trip is private and customizable, meaning you’ll have the boat entirely to yourself and can focus on what matters most, catching fish and making memories.
Kingfish Boat Ramp (Anna Maria Island) or Warner’s Bayou (Bradenton)
Snook, redfish, spotted seatrout, mangrove snapper, and seasonal catches like cobia, tarpon, mackerel, and gag grouper
Private inshore charter, family and kids welcome!
Captain Caleb provides everything you need for a great day on the water:
To make the most of your charter, bring:
Our 4-hour trips typically explore the calm, inshore waters of Sarasota Bay, Palma Sola Bay, Terra Ceia Bay, Tampa Bay, and the Manatee River. Depending on weather and tides, Captain Caleb will take you to mangrove shorelines, oyster bars, sand flats, or inshore reefs wherever the fish are biting best that day.
Every trip is different, but you can expect clear water, stunning views, and a chance to see dolphins, manatees, and coastal birds along the way.
Born and raised in Bradenton, Captain Caleb O’Connor has been fishing these waters since childhood and earned his U.S. Coast Guard Captain’s License right after high school. He’s passionate about sharing the experience with others especially young anglers and families.
Each trip is run aboard a fully customized 22’ Aquasport, rebuilt in 2021 for comfort and safety, featuring cushioned seating, a bimini top for shade, and plenty of deck space for casting.
Every trip is just for your group no crowds.
Captain Caleb grew up fishing and exploring these waters.
Choose your style of adventure fishing, wildlife, or relaxation.
Convenient access from Holmes Beach or Bradenton.
The price includes all gear, licenses, and ice.
Join Blue Magoo Excursions for a half-day of fun, fishing, and Florida sunshine. Whether you’re staying on Anna Maria Island, Bradenton, or Holmes Beach, you’re only minutes away from incredible inshore fishing.
