Fishing Charter Bradenton: Private Trips with Captain Charlie
Inshore, nearshore, tarpon, snook, and family charters out of Bradenton, Anna Maria Island, and Manatee County. 35+ years of local knowledge. Up to 8 anglers. Trips starting at $425.
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Catch Fish Guaranteed - USCG Licensed - Parker 25' - Tackle & License Included
​​The best fishing charter in Bradenton starts at our dock
Welcome to Nautical Native Fishing Adventures, a private fishing charter in Bradenton run out of 801 Riverside Dr E, Bradenton on the Manatee River.". We run private guided fishing charters, with one captain, one boat, and one party at a time. Every trip is built around what you and your group want to catch, not a one-size-fits-all schedule.
Our home dock on the Manatee River sits in one of the most varied saltwater fisheries in Florida. Within a 30-minute boat ride we can be on the flats around Anna Maria Island, in the passes off Egmont Key, working ledges in lower Tampa Bay, fishing the historic mangroves of Cortez, or running the beaches off Holmes Beach. That geography is the reason we can put you on fish almost any day of the year, in almost any conditions.
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Captain Charlie Tita is a Tampa Bay native who has fished these exact waters for over 35 years. He holds a USCG Merchant Mariner Captain's license earned through Sea School in 2000. The boat is a 2021 Parker 25' center console with twin Yamaha engines, a Rhodan wireless trolling motor, and an EPIRB safety beacon. It carries up to 8 anglers comfortably and runs dry in chop thanks to a Deep-V hull.
Whether you're a serious angler chasing a personal-best snook, a family on vacation looking for a fun half-day on the water, or a group ticking a tarpon off the bucket list, we have the right charter for you.
Five private fishing charter services in Bradenton.
Our Bradenton fishing charter covers Anna Maria Island, Holmes Beach, Bradenton Beach, Palmetto, and Cortez, all within a 30-minute run from the dock.
Fishing Charter Bradenton FAQs
Common questions about fishing charters in Bradenton
How much does a fishing charter in Bradenton cost? Trips start at $425 for a 3-hour charter. 4, 6, and 8 hour options are available, priced per boat (not per person), so splitting it with a group is reasonable.
How many people can come? Up to 8 anglers on the Parker 25'.
Do I need a fishing license? No. Your saltwater fishing license is covered under the captain's charter license while you're aboard.
Where do trips depart from? 801 Riverside Dr E, Bradenton, FL 34208. Free parking on site. Pickup at Kingfish Boat Ramp in Holmes Beach is available with advance arrangement.
Can kids come? Absolutely. Our [family fishing charters → /family-fishing-charter-bradenton] are built around kids and mixed-experience groups. Ages 4 and up handle a half-day with no problem.
What if the weather is bad? We monitor conditions closely. If it's unsafe to run, we reschedule at no charge.
What's the best time of year to fish in Bradenton? Every month produces. Tarpon May-July, snook spring through fall, redfish year-round with peak in fall, grouper open seasons in summer, sheepshead in winter.
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If you are searching for a fishing charter in Bradenton that runs one party at a time, with a USCG licensed captain who has fished these waters for 35 years, give Charlie a call. We book up fast in tarpon and snook season, so reserve early.