Tampa Bay Cobia Fishing Charters
Tampa Bay Cobia Fishing Charters
Top Tampa Bay Cobia Fishing Destinations
Top Tampa Bay Cobia Fishing Destinations
Best Cobia Fishing Charters in Tampa Bay
Best Cobia Fishing Charters in Tampa Bay
Cobia Fishing in Tampa Bay
Cobia Fishing in Tampa Bay
- Size 10 to 30lbs
- Food Value Good
- Game Qualities Good
- Habitats Inshore, Nearshore, Offshore, Reef, Wreck
(Rachycentron canadum)
To enjoy the Cobia fishing Tampa Bay has in store, head out to the water anytime from April up until the end of July. You can find these voracious fighters in the warmer waters of the bay year round, but late spring and summer is their spawning season. This means catching the biggest Cobia of your life is more probable here than anywhere else in the country.
Egmont Key, at the mouth of the bay, is the most famous hotspot to target Cobia during the high season, and sight fishing is the way to do it. Look for a boat with a tower or a poling platform. This will mean your guide has a better view of the surroundings and will be able to spot “Brownies” in the shallow clear waters. Buoys and structures in the water are the best places to sight fish for Cobia.
Another foolproof technique to get Cobia’s attention is to anchor around reefs, rocks, and markers and chum. The good news about this strategy is that it can easily result in multiple hookups, because several Cobia often swarm around the boat.
Whether you choose a specialized trip, or you’d like to catch some on the go, Cobia are a prized catch that will be a treat to get into the boat and they’re excellent eating, too. When you’re fishing with a guide, your fishing license will be taken care of. Cobia fishing in Tampa Bay is simply extraordinary – try it yourself and see!
Tampa Bay Cobia Fishing Seasons
Tampa Bay Cobia Fishing Seasons
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Seasonality
Cobia fishing in Tampa Bay varies moderately throughout the year. High season is May to June and October. Low season is January to February. There is no closed season.
Tampa Bay
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Based on 28,638 reviews by FishingBooker anglers
What anglers said about Cobia Fishing in Tampa Bay
What anglers said about Cobia Fishing in Tampa Bay
Perfect timing in all honesty! Couldnโt be better! Everything was perfect!
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Perfect timing in all honesty! Couldnโt be better! Everything was perfect!
Finseekers Fishing Charters
Call the captains and book directly for a better experience and more details about what you want and what the offer.
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Call the captains and book directly for a better experience and more details about what you want and what the offer.
Bay Reef Fishing Charters
It was really good for us for snook and sea trout especially (late april). Redfish was a bit tougher, only catch 3 total.
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It was really good for us for snook and sea trout especially (late april). Redfish was a bit tougher, only catch 3 total.
Capt. Evan Denis Charters
Fishing was a little slow. Dylan description was honest to just plan a good day on the water and not necessarily an awesome fishing day
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Fishing was a little slow. Dylan description was honest to just plan a good day on the water and not necessarily an awesome fishing day
Capt. DL Spragg Charters
Great first time fishing in the ocean with Neptune Charters. We will be returning next time!
5.0
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Great first time fishing in the ocean with Neptune Charters. We will be returning next time!
Neptune Fishing Charters
Great place to get some action. Captain Doug will keep the children interested and busy catching fish
5.0
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5
Great place to get some action. Captain Doug will keep the children interested and busy catching fish
Jewel Of The Bay Charters
Check what kind of fishing youโll be doing (trolling, spinning, bottom fishing) with the captain. A lot of boats list all fishing techniques like my charter did, but all we did was trolling even though we asked to change it up. Conditions, time of year etc I know are all factors in whatโs working so good to check!
5.0
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5
Check what kind of fishing youโll be doing (trolling, spinning, bottom fishing) with the captain. A lot of boats list all fishing techniques like my charter did, but all we did was trolling even though we asked to change it up. Conditions, time of year etc I know are all factors in whatโs working so good to check!
La Costa Charters
Hat a captain that is as enthusiastic as his clients. To catch and stay on fish
4.0
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Hat a captain that is as enthusiastic as his clients. To catch and stay on fish
La Costa Charters
We had a lot of reeled in fish and hits but can't speak to how it compares to other months. The captain did a good job putting us where we wanted to be.
5.0
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5
We had a lot of reeled in fish and hits but can't speak to how it compares to other months. The captain did a good job putting us where we wanted to be.
Florida Professional Charters
Book with Joey, he does an amazing job at making sure you catch plenty of fish.
5.0
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5
Book with Joey, he does an amazing job at making sure you catch plenty of fish.
Clearwater Fishing Adventures LLC
I would definitely recommend fishing in Palmetto. 2 hour trip was good but 4 would have been great.
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I would definitely recommend fishing in Palmetto. 2 hour trip was good but 4 would have been great.
Coastal Bound Charters
Be prepared to change your target species several times during an outing. You can never tell what school you'll encounter over any particular structure.
5.0
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5
Be prepared to change your target species several times during an outing. You can never tell what school you'll encounter over any particular structure.
The Fish Hunter
Yes I Would. But need to watch the weather and what time of year for the main fish you want to catch. It was our first time our Captain was great with us and was excellent with my 8 year old granddaughter. She had a great time. Thanks again to our Captain
5.0
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5
Yes I Would. But need to watch the weather and what time of year for the main fish you want to catch. It was our first time our Captain was great with us and was excellent with my 8 year old granddaughter. She had a great time. Thanks again to our Captain
Wet Lines Fishing
Captain Louis went out of his way to provide a high quality tailored fishing trip, he taught us how to fish and took us to several hot spots. My son caught so many fish he lost count. Smiles all around for the adventure. We all loved it. We would book with him in the future.
5.0
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5
Captain Louis went out of his way to provide a high quality tailored fishing trip, he taught us how to fish and took us to several hot spots. My son caught so many fish he lost count. Smiles all around for the adventure. We all loved it. We would book with him in the future.
Island Boat Tours & Adventures
If you are an inexperienced fisherman Figured It Out Charters was very informative with helpful instructions while fishing.
5.0
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5
If you are an inexperienced fisherman Figured It Out Charters was very informative with helpful instructions while fishing.
FIGURED IT OUT CHARTERS (Belmonte Charters)
Relax, be open minded and just have fun. If you listen to exactly what the captain tells you, you will get a catch almost every time. If you donโt catch anything at least enjoy the experience. Happy fishing!
5.0
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5
Relax, be open minded and just have fun. If you listen to exactly what the captain tells you, you will get a catch almost every time. If you donโt catch anything at least enjoy the experience. Happy fishing!
Florida Professional Charters
Today was a little windy but we caught lots of fish. Some too small to keep but still had awesome time.
5.0
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5
Today was a little windy but we caught lots of fish. Some too small to keep but still had awesome time.
Good Times Fishing Adventures with Capt Wayne
Be ready for fun! Great weather, great boat and crew! Bring your sunscreen.
5.0
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Be ready for fun! Great weather, great boat and crew! Bring your sunscreen.
Bottom Line Sportfishing
Itโs all weather dependent. Of course, with a knowledgeable captain, a good boat and equipment, your chances of success go up. Just remember, itโs called fishing, not catching for a reason. Good Luck!
5.0
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Itโs all weather dependent. Of course, with a knowledgeable captain, a good boat and equipment, your chances of success go up. Just remember, itโs called fishing, not catching for a reason. Good Luck!
Charter Fish Bradenton
We didn't have ideal weather as it was overcast and a bit windy with a storm coming in, but the fish were hungry and biting. We packed some long sleeves since it was a little chilly with the wind, but overall it was a great experience.
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We didn't have ideal weather as it was overcast and a bit windy with a storm coming in, but the fish were hungry and biting. We packed some long sleeves since it was a little chilly with the wind, but overall it was a great experience.
2 Shea Charters