Captain
Max Rowe

Member since August 2018 Tampa, United States
Background
I grew up on the water in Tampa Bay and fishing has been my passion since I was 12 years old. I love catching big fish - lots of big fish. Also the mystery of what big sea creature you'll find out there; sharks, dolphins, manatees, and even alligators are regularly spotted while fishing. The biodiversity and the crazy fish you catch and see keeps me coming back. After developing a love for fishing, and earning the nickname "Captain,"- through middle and highschool, I took a scholarship to USF to play college baseball. Then I pursued being a drummer in a rock band, now I'm a licensed captain and have been for 7 years. Fishing is my true passion and is now just about the only thing I do. It is my passion, career, hobby, and therapy. I get along with everyone and welcome all skill levels. I love the science behind catching fish and love to educate. I hope to pass on my passion to all of my customers.
Techniques
Live bait fishing is my go-to method. Would you eat a plastic cheeseburger over a real one? White bait (sardines) during the warmer months and shrimp when colder. I mainly target Snook, Trout, Redfish, Tarpon, Tripletail, Cobia, Snapper, Grouper, Mackerel, and more. All fishing is done around Downtown Tampa( Hillsborough Bay). If you prefer to fish with lures you are welcome to, I have a few options.

Hey, I'm Captain Max Rowe

Tampa, ร‰tats Unis
Background
I grew up on the water in Tampa Bay and fishing has been my passion since I was 12 years old. I love catching big fish - lots of big fish. Also the mystery of what big sea creature you'll find out there; sharks, dolphins, manatees, and even alligators are regularly spotted while fishing. The biodiversity and the crazy fish you catch and see keeps me coming back. After developing a love for fishing, and earning the nickname "Captain,"- through middle and highschool, I took a scholarship to USF to play college baseball. Then I pursued being a drummer in a rock band, now I'm a licensed captain and have been for 7 years. Fishing is my true passion and is now just about the only thing I do. It is my passion, career, hobby, and therapy. I get along with everyone and welcome all skill levels. I love the science behind catching fish and love to educate. I hope to pass on my passion to all of my customers.
Techniques
Live bait fishing is my go-to method. Would you eat a plastic cheeseburger over a real one? White bait (sardines) during the warmer months and shrimp when colder. I mainly target Snook, Trout, Redfish, Tarpon, Tripletail, Cobia, Snapper, Grouper, Mackerel, and more. All fishing is done around Downtown Tampa( Hillsborough Bay). If you prefer to fish with lures you are welcome to, I have a few options.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(185 reviews)
Tampa
Trips from US $295

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 185 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
90%
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Brian B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Shorty Special

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“ Morning Shorty on March 24, 2024
For my uncle and I we had a morning open and wanted to get a little time on the water and maybe catch some fish. Captain...
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Shelley R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome Time

VERIFIED   NEW  2 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunset Shorty on April 14, 2024
Capt Max certainly gave us a trip to rememberโ€ฆ my son caught a shark!!! He went out of his way to show us some prominent...
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Michelle V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best trip ever!!

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunset Shorty on November 21, 2023
Captain Max and his first mate Connor made this the best trip ever!ย  We caught a few fish and then we changed spots (all the...
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Joseph R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Trip!

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“ Afternoon Shorty on December 1, 2023
Went out on a quick afternoon fishing trip with Captain Max and it was a blast.ย  He knew the area well and really knew how...
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Craig V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Highly recommend!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Half Day Special (AM) on March 8, 2024
I have fished with lots of folks in Tampa, and Captain Max is by far the best! He has great energy and is 100% committed to...
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