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C’est La Vie Fishing Charters

5.0  (10 Reviews)

St. Petersburg, Florida

1716 22nd Ave N., Saint Petersburg, Florida, 33713

Welcome aboard C’est La Vie Fishing Charters, St. Petersburg’s premier fishing charter, where we guarantee a catch or your trip’s on us!

Whether you’re a family seeking a fun day out or an experienced angler aiming for that prized catch, we’ve got the perfect charter for you. Our trips range from flats fishing for Snook, Redfish, and Trout to thrilling Tarpon and Kingfish hunts along the beach. Each fishing trip with us is tailored to your preferences.

Meet Captain Christian, our licensed Coast Guard captain, fully insured to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Our boat, a 1968 23′ Aqua Sport Flat-Back, underwent a complete restoration in 2017 and is a beloved classic in Tampa Bay.

Accommodating up to 4 guests, our charters last anywhere between 2 to 8 hours (depending on your trip of choice). Our vessel can navigate shallow waters with ease, and has high gunnels to keep everyone safe and dry in case of unexpected weather changes.

We’ve got you covered with rods, reels, tackle, bait, fishing licenses, ice, and water. Feel free to bring your snacks and drinks! When we return to the dock, we’ll handle cleaning and bagging any fish you’d like to bring home!

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Inshore Fishing
(1/2 Day)

$500.00 USD

Starts at: 08:00 AM

Duration: 4 hours

This half day trip is great for the whole family!

It’s not too lengthy for the little ones yet offers ample time for fishing and creating memories!

Expect to target species like Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Snook, Mangrove Snapper, and Jack Crevalle.

Price Includes: 4 People

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Inshore Fishing
(3/4 Day)

$650.00 USD

Starts at: 08:00 AM

Duration: 6 hours

Our 3/4 day charter is ideal for anglers looking to explore the rich inshore waters of St. Petersburg. This trip  targets a variety of species including Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, Sea Trout, and Jack Crevalle.

This trip is perfect for families and groups who want a mix of fishing and relaxation.

Price Includes: 4 People

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Inshore Fishing
(Full Day)

$800.00 USD

Starts at: 08:00 AM

Duration: 8 hours

This full day trip is perfect for the avid angler or group of people who want to be on the water for the entire span of the day.

If you have a species you’d like to target, you can let the captain know and we can do our best to accommodate your preference.

During this trip we will target a variety of species such as Tarpon, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Snook, Mangrove Snapper, and Jack Crevalle.

Price Includes: 4 People

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Sandbar/Sunset Cruises

$300.00 USD

Starts at: 04:00 PM

Duration: 3 hours

Join us for a 3-hour sandbar charter in St. Petersburg and experience the ultimate blend of relaxation, adventure, and fun.

Feel free to bring any food or additional drinks you might want to enjoy, however, please refrain from bringing glass bottles.

Whether you’re spending quality time with family, celebrating a bachelorette party, or bonding with colleagues, our charter promises an unforgettable day on the water.

Price Includes: 4 People

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Tarpon Fishing
(3/4 Day)

$700.00 USD

Starts at: 08:00 AM

Duration: 6 hours

Looking to fish for Tarpon? This is the trip for you!

This trip is great for those who want a substantial fishing experience without committing to a full day. Our 3/4 day tarpon trip provides ample time to target and catch the legendary “Silver King.”

Enjoy the thrill of battling one of the most sought-after sportfish in the world, with the guidance of our experienced captain and crew.

Tarpon trips are available April through Mid July.

Price Includes: 4 People

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Tarpon Fishing
(Full Day)

$900.00 USD

Starts at: 08:00 AM

Duration: 8 hours

Looking for the ultimate fishing adventure, our full day tarpon trip is the best experience for you!

Spend the day chasing these majestic fish and enjoy the thrill of reeling in a tarpon as it leaps out of the water. With more time on the water, you’ll have the best chances of landing a trophy catch.

Tarpon trips are available April through Mid July.

Price Includes: 4 People

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Shark Fishing
(5 Hours)

$650.00 USD

Starts at: 08:00 AM

Duration: 5 hours

Looking for a thrilling day of shark fishing? Come aboard and get ready for a fight of a lifetime!

Throughout the day we will target a variety of sharks suck as tiger sharks, hammerhead sharks, bull sharks, and bonnethead sharks.

Price Includes: 4 People

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Charter Features:

Cleaning & Filleting

Upon arrival from your day on the water, your catch will be filleted and bagged for you and your family/friends to take home and enjoy!

Live Bait Well

Our Captain’s boat is equipped with a live bait well, which may be used to hold bait and other smaller fish you may catch.

Rods, Reels, & Tackle

Our Captains are prepared with all the equipment necessary to catch whatever may swim your way! All the rods, reels, tackle, and bait will be provided to target whatever species you are hoping to catch!

You Keep Catch

Aside from the species required to be released by law and some species that may not be recommended as table fair, whatever fish are landed while out on the water are yours to keep!

What To Bring:

Additional Drinks

Camera

Cash

Hat

Non-Spray Sunscreen

Snacks/Food

Sunglasses

Weather-Appropriate Clothing

Boat Specs:

  • Length: 23'
  • Year: 2022
  • Type: Bay Boat
  • Model: Hanson
  • Engine: 1 x 150HP (Suzuki)
  • Capacity: 4 Persons

Types of Fish:

  • Bluefish
  • Drum (Black)
  • Drum (Redfish)
  • Flounder (Gulf)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Hogfish
  • Mackerel (King)
  • Mackerel (Spanish)
  • Permit
  • Sea Trout (Spotted)
  • Shark
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Fishing Techniques:

  • Bottom Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Handline
  • Jigging
  • Light Tackle
  • Live Bait Fishing
  • Popping
  • Spinning
  • Trolling

Charter Amenities:

  • Child Friendly
  • Cooler
  • Disabled Accessible

Boat Reviews:

Diana Carry

This was my Husbands first charter and it couldn't of been better. We were lucky enough to find Captain Christian and through research of his reviews and the information given we decided to give him a try. Caught fish all day and Christian displayed a great attitude towards his customers.

 2022-12-22 Rating:
5.0

Winston Lemieux

Christian did something that I have never seen delivered with such finesse. He asked us what we wanted to catch, listed a few different species that he thought would be biting, we chose and when we got to our spot it felt like we were hooked up until it was time to leave, really unbelievable.

 2022-10-01 Rating:
5.0

Curtis Lue

Christian is one of a kind, professional and knowledgeable. He took great care of me and my buddies and we all discussed making this a yearly activity we do. Looking forward to our next outing with Captain Christian.

 2022-08-05 Rating:
5.0

Frank Viti

This was the highlight of my vacation, I asked Captain Hauke to put us on some quality fish and he got us on some massive snook and sizable sea trout. What a memorable day on the water.

 2022-04-18 Rating:
5.0

Arlene Bell

I definitely recommend Christian to fisherman of all ages and skill levels, I brought out my 3 sons (15,11,8) my older sons are most experience and my youngest has never held a rod before, Captain Christian was great with all 3 and they all had a blast. Highly Recommend

 2022-02-03 Rating:
5.0

Lulu Allen

Within minutes of getting to our spot we were in the hotspot, we had the most amazing time catching Spanish Mackerel after Spanish Mackerel, this is a day that I will remember for years to come.

 2021-12-30 Rating:
5.0

William Ravenwolf

This was my second trip in the past year, this time with my wife and son, Captain Christian was very professional and shared his wealth of knowledge to my son, really a memorable day. 

 2021-10-01 Rating:
5.0

Theodore Gestalt

Christian is the best in all of Tampa, Christian took my buddies and I out for a 4 hour trip, he found the fish with ease, we caught trout, Spanish Mackerel, and many other species! Already booked again for next month.

 2021-06-07 Rating:
5.0

Fritz Brill

2 hour trip with Captain Christian was great, I brought my 6 and 8 year old sons and they both loved it, they won't stop talking about it, we will definitely have to book again with Captain Christian soon.

 2021-04-14 Rating:
5.0

Norma Calkins

Captain Christian is the G.O.A.T. he took me and my 2 sons out on our 4 hour charter, amazing from the time we left the dock to the time we got back in our car to leave. Christian knew exactly where the fish were and the right bait and casting method to catch em all!

 2021-02-13 Rating:
5.0
            
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