Tampa Bay - Clearwater - Tarpon Springs

Welcome to R2B Fishing

Experience the thrill of the catch on a charter fishing trip with Capt. John Rivers on the diverse waters surrounding the Tampa Bay, Clearwater and Tarpon Springs area.  Climb aboard his spacious 24 ft Ranger bay boat and let the adventure begin.
With over 20 years of experience, Capt. John knows all the best spots to hook Snook, Redfish,
Trout, Jacks and many other species.

Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first time fisherman, Capt. John will provide you the guidance you need to make
sure you have the best fishing adventure possible. Capt. John's 24ft Ranger is idea to  handle the chop of Tampa Bay and the intercoastal waterways near Clearwater Beach to get you to the shallow water fishing grounds. 
The boat has spacious deck space to accommodate 3-4 anglers very comfortably.
There is plenty of room for everyone to fish all together.
Book a trip today, and let's get you hooked UP!

Want to catch a monster snook like this?  Then book a trip in  March, April or May and your chances are pretty likely!

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Snook

Cobia

Redfish

Sheepshead

Trout

Snook


Address

5108 W Gandy Blvd
Tampa 33611, US

About me

Hello! I’m John Rivers; I started fishing up in Indiana when I was around five years old for bluegill, and as I got older, I moved onto bass, crappie, catfish, you name it;  anything that was in freshwater I caught it. I joined the Marines when I was 18 years old and did a six year tour. I went to college at Western Kentucky University and studied education, PE and social studies.

I got married to my lovely wife Gina and we soon had a son named Nicholas. We ended up moving to the panhandle of Florida when he was six years old, and while I was finishing up college to teach. It didn't take long for the saltwater fishing siren to lure me out to the water, and as soon as I hooked my first bull redfish, I was, pardon the expression, hooked on saltwater angling! So, the teaching degree was put on hold while I studied the art of inshore fishing, and I launched my charter business in 2004. After many years of guiding in the Pensacola area, I longed for the shallow water experience of the more southern parts of Florida, and in 2016, my wife and I made the move to Tampa.

The year round opportunities for fishing this area are tremendous. It took a couple years for me to get it dialed in, but practice and persistence has definitely paid off. 

If you’re looking for a professional inshore fishing guide, you’ve come to the right place. With my 21 years of expertise on the water, my 2022 , 24-foot Ranger Bay boat, and top of the line tackle,  I can assure you that you’re going to have a great day on the water. Take a look around my site and if I’m the kind of guide you’re looking for, give me a ring and let’s go fishing.