Captain Darius, a Sarasota native, has been enjoying the local waters since childhood. His deep understanding of the region ensures he can guide you to the bigger catches by knowing where the larger fish are likely to be, depending on tides, weather, and the season. More than just a skilled angler, Captain Darius is dedicated to providing an exceptional experience for all guests. Throughout the trip, he offers expert guidance to help you gain valuable skills for your future fishing adventures.
Working alongside Captain Darius is Captain Nick, a lifelong friend who also grew up fishing in Sarasota. Together, they bring years of local expertise and a passion for fishing. Trips can start from flexible locations to suit your needs.
Guests frequently praise their time on the water, sharing that Captain Darius is both knowledgeable and approachable. Many highlight how he knows the best spots to keep the action going and appreciates his willingness to share insights about the area. Fishing trips with him consistently result in impressive catches and memorable experiences.
Overall, Captain Darius is recognized for his professionalism, friendliness, and ability to deliver an outstanding fishing adventure that keeps guests coming back year after year.
You can cancel without any charges up to 5 days prior to your scheduled trip and the amount will be credited back to your account. If you cancel less than 5 days before the trip, your deposit will be non-refundable and paid to the guide. Cancellations made on the day of the trip or failure to show up will result in the full trip cost being billed to your payment method.
Please bring snacks and beverages suitable for the weather conditions. We provide rods, reels, tackle, bait, ice, and water for your convenience.
Embark on an exciting fishing excursion in Sarasota, FL with Captain Darius! While he enjoys heading offshore to target bottom species like grouper, snapper, and pelagic fish when the weather is perfect, most trips happen closer to shore.
Aboard his 23' Parker, Captain Darius often explores the rich inshore waters. The region’s abundant shallow grass flats are teeming with crabs, shrimp, and baitfish, drawing in impressive game fish. Anglers can anticipate catching popular species such as Snook, Speckled Trout, and Redfish. Additionally, you might reel in Spanish Mackerel, Jack Crevalle, Flounder, Bluefish, Ladyfish, and more!
Fishing these shallow flats demands a careful and patient approach since the fish are cautious in just a few feet of water. The 23' Parker is perfectly designed for this—its shallow draft gives it access to flats, bays, and inlets, while offering enough stability and space to venture offshore when conditions permit.
Every trip includes ice, bottled water, tournament-quality fishing gear, live bait, licenses, and fish cleaning after your adventure. There’s also ample cooler space if you want to bring along your own snacks and beverages.
Captain Darius primarily picks up anglers at Siesta Key but can arrange meetups at Hart’s Landing or Ken Thompson Park Boat Ramp depending on your location.
