Suncoast Fishing Charters — Local services in Palmetto

Billie Ahlstrom, captain and guide of Suncoast Fishing Charters, is not just good, not just great, but rather the finest flats guide on Longboat Key and the greater Sarasota region. Billie always meets me precisely on time or a few minutes early and always comes fully prepared — prepared with bait if needed and prepared with a plan for the day’s fishing. No matter how daunting the conditions (wrong tide, high wind, etc.), you always catch fish with Billie — always and almost always lots of fish. Billie heeds with care all regulations, e. g. releasing Snook and Redfish when harvesting is not allowed. I fly fish chiefly and Billie is entirely comfortable with fly fishers; recently, I caught numerous Permit on a Clouser Minnow fishing with Billie. He will expertly fillet fish which one is allowed to kill. And on top of all this, Billie is a really good guy, was terrific with my grandson, and he and I love to talk waterfowl and bow hunting. Just a gem, Robert...

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Unforgettable Fishing Charter Experience!

We’ve been going on fishing charters for over 25 years, and Seacoast Fishing Charters with Captain Billy was hands down the best experience we’ve ever had — no contest.

From the moment we stepped on board, Billy’s energy, professionalism, and deep knowledge of fishing set the tone for an incredible day on the water. He’s fun, smart, and knows exactly how to keep everyone engaged and having a blast.

In just 4 hours, we caught 10 different species and countless fish — non-stop action the entire time! One of the absolute highlights was an epic wrestle with a tarpon — what a fight! It was wild .

We were laughing, learning, and reeling them in the whole time. If you’re even thinking about booking a fishing charter, stop searching and book with Seacoast Fishing Charters. Captain Billy is the real deal.

Highly, highly recommend. We’ll be...

5 Star!

We received Billy's information from a friend who gave a raving review. He said if you can get out with Billy, you will have an awesome day. He didn't disappoint.

Billy accommodated us after a last minute cancellation, and my boys and I caught 70+ fish, hitting the boat limit for trout, red and snook. My 11 and 8 year old were on fish the minute our bait hit the waters. Within 15 minutes of starting the trip, we maxed out on Trout. I have been on dozens of paid charters, and have never experienced this type of action. My words don't do this review justice, but the photos will. The smile on my boys' faces tells it all!

We will have four trays of fresh trout on Thanksgiving Eve. I couldn't have written a better story. Thanks again for memories of a lifetime. We will see...