Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Fishing Info

About Capt Ben Tours and Fishing Charters

Where does Capt Ben Tours and Fishing Charters fish?

We fish the Tarpon Springs area, including Gulf of Mexico, Hickory Point, The Canal, Belcher Hole, Kreamer Bayou, Spring Bayou, Sting Ray Cove, Whitcomb Bayou, Whitecomb Bayou, Tarpon Bayou, Port Tarpon, Hollin Creek, Meyers Cove, Minetta Branch, Sunset Lagoon, Anclote River, Lake Avoca, Lake Chautauqua, Hidden Lake, Gulf of Mexico.

What are the target fish?

Target fish include Black Drum (Also Called Drum, Drummer), Sheepshead  (Also Called Convict Fish, Sheephead  ), Bonnethead Shark (Also Called Bonnet Shark, Bonnetnose Shark, Shovelhead Shark), Greater Amberjack (Also Called Great Amberfish, Jenny Lind, Rock Salmon, Doronado, Madregal, Amberjack), Redfish (Also Called Red Drum, Channel Bass, Spottail Bass), Snook  (Also Called Common Snook, Sergeant Fish, Thin Snook), White Grunt (Also Called Common Grunt, Flannelmouth Grunt, Black Grunt, Redmouth Grunt, Boar Grunt, Gray Grunt, White Snapper, Ruby Red Lips, Key West Grunt), Southern Flounder (Also Called Flounder, Plie ), Blacktip Shark  (Also Called Shark, Blacktip Shark  )

Where in Tarpon Springs to we meet our guests?

We meet at Tarpon Springs Boat Launch ( 5 Beekman Ln, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689, USA )

Do I need a STATE Tour license?

Yes, a Tour license is required

Where do I get a STATE Tour license?

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - Fishing

Florida residents and visitors 16 years of age and older are required to possess a Florida freshwater fishing or saltwater fishing license when engaged in active or passive fishing activities.  However, you do not need a saltwater fishing license if saltwater fishing from a for-hire vessel (guide, charter, party boat) that has a valid charter license or from a vessel whose operator has a valid recreational saltwater vessel license issued in the name of the operator of the vessel. If you are looking for online access for a license, please check Go Outdoors Florida here: https://license.gooutdoorsflorida.com/Licensing/CustomerLookup.aspx

How much should I Tip?

It is customary to tip 20% of the trip total. We work tirelessly to make sure you have a guest experience!

Do I need to bring my own gear?

No, we provide standard gear such as rods and reels so you don’t need to worry about anything. But please feel free to bring you own gear if you prefer.