Two anglers holding a large catch and release tarpon in the shallow waters off Sarasota Beach, Florida.
Sarasota · Florida · Est. 1992

Tarpon Season
Starts Here.

Charter Sauce runs small-group tarpon, snook and redfish charters out of Sarasota Bay. Father-and-son captains, one boat, fish that pull back.

30+Years On the water
2000+Tarpon released
75+Five star reviews

Raised on the Gulf Coast

Local Knowledge. Real Experience. Better Fishing.

Father-and-son guides who spend countless hours on Sarasota waters tracking seasonal patterns, tides, and fish movement—so you can spend less time searching and more time catching.

  • Angler fighting a fish from the bow of a Sarasota fishing charter boat.
  • Captain Kyle holding a large tarpon beside the boat during a Sarasota fishing charter.
  • Sarasota fishing charter boat with anglers searching for tarpon along the beach.

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Popular Fishing Trips

Choose from Sarasota's most popular fishing experiences. Real local knowledge. Real results.

  1. Young angler and captain releasing a tarpon beside a Sarasota fishing charter boat.

    Tarpon Fishing

    Sarasota's signature fishing experience. Target silver kings with local captains who know the tides, passes, and migration routes.

    6–8 Hours.
    Up to 4 Anglers
    Best April–July
    Starting At
    $900
  2. Anglers holding a large snook aboard a Sarasota fishing charter boat.

    Inshore Fishing

    Fish Sarasota's flats, mangroves, and backwaters for snook, redfish, trout, and other local favorites

    4–8 Hours.
    Up to 4 Anglers
    Best Year-Round
    Starting At
    $650
  3. Anglers holding a cobia caught on a Sarasota nearshore fishing charter.

    Nearshore Fishing

    Head just offshore for kingfish, tripletail, cobia, and seasonal Gulf Coast action.

    4–8 Hours.
    Up to 4 Anglers
    Best Year-Round
    Starting At
    $650
  4. Family anglers holding a redfish aboard a Sarasota family fishing charter.

    Family Fishing Trips

    A fun, hands-on fishing experience for families, beginners, and young anglers of all ages.

    4–8 Hours.
    Up to 4 Anglers
    Best Year-Round
    Starting At
    $650

REAL ANGLERS • REAL EXPERIENCES

Memories Made
On The Water

More than 75 five-star reviews tell the story better than we ever could. From first-time anglers to seasoned fishermen, our guests consistently rate their experience five stars.

July fishing trip

3/4 Day Trip – Tarpon Fishingon July 6, 2022

Joe and Kayden are exceptional in every way possible. The quality of the equipment they used, including their high-quality rods and reels, was simply outstanding. What stood out most was their remarkable ability to find fish without fail, which made the trip an unforgettable experience. 

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Half day with the Charter sauce

1/2 Day (AM)on July 16, 2023• 3 adults

Had a blast with these guys with non stop action!! They put you on the fish quickly

Captain releasing a trophy tarpon beside a charter boat in Sarasota, Florida.
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Outstanding trip!

1/2 Day (AM)on December 29, 2025• 2 adults • 2 children

Excellent trip. Captain Kayden was professional and knew where to fish, and also very good with the kids (8 and 12), friendly, encouraging and fun! Gave us a lot of good information. Looking forward to a potential future tarpon fishing charter in early summer!

Angler holding a snook during a Sarasota fishing charter near the mangroves.
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Absolutely Worth It!

1/2 Day (AM)on March 31, 2026• 1 adult • 1 child

Spacious, clean, comfortable boat. Knowledgeable, friendly captain…and we caught a lot of fish!! My son and I had a great time and will definitely book again on our next vacation. Such a fun, relaxing way to spend the day. I HIGHLY recommend!

Boy holding a jack crevalle during a Sarasota fishing charter.
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Great day!!

1/2 Day (PM)on April 29, 2026• 2 adults

Took my husband on his first trip and he loved it!! Captain Kayden was very patient and knowledgeable about the area. Caught a few keepers!! Highly recommend and will for sure use again soon!!!

Two anglers holding a snook during a Sarasota fishing charter.
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Great time had by all

1/2 Day (AM)on April 10, 2026• 4 adults

Captain Kayden was great to work with. We caught 2 large Goliath groupers and shared many laughs. Will use again on the next trip!

Anglers holding a gag grouper during a Sarasota fishing charter.
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Awesome Morning Trip

1/2 Day (AM)on March 25, 2026• 4 adults

Capt. Kayden was awesome. He knew all the spots to catch fish. we had an awesome time and brought dinner home. I would highly recommend booking with Kayden!

Boy holding a sheepshead during a Sarasota fishing charter.
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Awesome trip got on fish first thing

1/2 Day (AM)on April 15, 2026• 2 adults

Caught snook, trout and cobia. Beautiful day on the water and Kaydon was great to fish with. Highly recommend

Angler holding a cobia during a Sarasota fishing charter.
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Life on the water

Moments From The Boat

From trophy catches to family memories, every trip has a story worth sharing.

  • Boy holding a sheepshead during a Sarasota fishing charter.
  • Family posing with a snook during a Sarasota fishing charter.
  • Captain releasing a fish beside a charter boat in Sarasota, Florida.
  • Customer holding a red snapper aboard a Charter Sauce fishing charter in Sarasota
  • Boy holding a sheepshead during a Sarasota fishing charter.
  • Family posing with a snook during a Sarasota fishing charter.
  • Captain releasing a fish beside a charter boat in Sarasota, Florida.
  • Customer holding a red snapper aboard a Charter Sauce fishing charter in Sarasota
  • Woman holding a permit during an offshore Sarasota fishing charter.
  • Couple holding a snook during a Sarasota fishing charter.
  • Family posing with a snook during a Sarasota fishing charter.
  • Two anglers holding a permit during a Sarasota fishing charter.
  • Woman holding a permit during an offshore Sarasota fishing charter.
  • Couple holding a snook during a Sarasota fishing charter.
  • Family posing with a snook during a Sarasota fishing charter.
  • Two anglers holding a permit during a Sarasota fishing charter.
  • Anglers holding a trophy tarpon in the Gulf during a Sarasota beach fishing charter.
  • Two anglers holding a trophy tarpon beside a charter boat in Sarasota, Florida.
  • Three anglers releasing a trophy tarpon beside a charter boat in Sarasota, Florida.
  • Woman fighting a powerful fish aboard a Sarasota fishing charter.
  • Anglers holding a trophy tarpon in the Gulf during a Sarasota beach fishing charter.
  • Two anglers holding a trophy tarpon beside a charter boat in Sarasota, Florida.
  • Three anglers releasing a trophy tarpon beside a charter boat in Sarasota, Florida.
  • Woman fighting a powerful fish aboard a Sarasota fishing charter.
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