The west coast of Florida is home to some of the best inshore fishing around, so join Reel Therapy Fishing Charters to check it out for yourself! Captain Michael Murray grew up fishing in these waters, and he’s ready to take you to his favorite spots and the best honey holes.

Join him on his 23’ Ranger bay boat and enjoy your day in comfort. The boat is powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine, so it’ll take you to the fishing grounds in the blink of an eye. It can accommodate up to 6 anglers, so bring your friends and family to have some fun.

Capt. Michael will provide all the fishing equipment you’ll need, including rods, reels, and tackle. You’ll be fishing using either live or artificial bait. After the trip, if you want to take your catch home for a nice dinner, the captain will be happy to clean it for you.

A variety of gamefish species frequent the Tampa Bay area. Target Snook, Trout, Redfish, Cobia, Tarpon, Snapper, Mackerel, and Black Drum. These excursions are often about more than catching the ‘Bay’s bounty’ – you’ll also get a glimpse of a variety of animals inhabiting this ecosystem.

Apart from enjoying fishing and sightseeing, there’s also a possibility of visiting some of the unspoiled islands and beaches. Visitors can indulge themselves in various activities, whether it’s swimming and snorkeling in the Gulf, exploring the shore, or taking a break on the beach.

Capt. Michael is happy to tailor your day based on your own personal preferences. His primary goal is to make the experience enjoyable and unforgettable for you and your group. Just bring some food and drinks to stay refreshed, and you’re ready!

Come explore the productive waters out of Tampa with Reel Therapy Fishing Charters, and have a memorable fishing adventure!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
    US $650
    Spend 4 hours fishing the inshore Florida waters. Target species include Snook, Trout, Redfish, Cobia, Tarpon, Snapper, Mackerel, and Black Drum. The trip includes ice, bait, tackle, licenses, pictures, sunscreen, and over 25 years of experience on Tampa Bay waters. Not included are your food and drinks (alcohol is permitted). Your catch will be cleaned, bagged and iced at the end of your trip. Come have an adventure of a lifetime!
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $650
    This is an afternoon trip typically starting at 2 p.m.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
    US $950
    Fish the inshore Florida waters for 6 hours on this trip. Target species include Trout, Redfish, Cobia, Snook, Tarpon, Snapper, Mackerel, and Black Drum. You'll get ice, bait, tackle, licenses, pictures, sunscreen, and over 25 years of experience fishing these waters. Make sure to bring food and drinks (alcohol is permitted), and you're all set to have a great time in these productive waters!
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
    US $1,250
    If you want to spend a whole day fishing the inshore waters of Florida, this is the trip for you. You'll target species like Redfish, Cobia, Snook, Trout, Tarpon, Snapper, Mackerel, and Black Drum. The trip includes ice, bait, tackle, licenses, pictures, sunscreen, and over 25 years of experience in these waters. All you need to bring is some food and drinks (alcohol is permitted), and you're ready for your newest fishing adventure!
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FAQs about Reel Therapy Fishing Charters

Reel Therapy Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Reel Therapy Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
  • Sonar

Trips booked with Reel Therapy Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License
  • Lunch (can be provided with advanced notice)

Reel Therapy Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Reel Therapy Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging

Top targeted fish species with Reel Therapy Fishing Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Michael S. Murray
Tampa, Florida, United States
13 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
15 Customer reviews
Response time 12 hours
Member since December 2014
Hello, everyone! I grew up in Gulfport, Florida, in a small fishing town just minutes away from Boca Ciega Bay and the Gulf. I've been fishing ever since I can remember, whether it's 15 minutes before school or all day every day in the summer.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Cobia Cobia
Redfish Redfish
Snapper (Mangrove) Mangrove Snapper

Boat specs

Ranger Bay (Bay boat) originally built in 2004. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Jigging

Amenities

Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
First Mate
Fishing License
Lunch
can be provided with advanced notice

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Tampa to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
Checks
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 15 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Greg J.
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Fantastic day of fishing!

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on March 28, 2024
Fantastic day of fishing with the whole family. Captain Mike worked hard to get us on the fish and keep everyones lines in...
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Caleb P.
Buffalo, NY
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DON'T LOOK ANYWHERE ELSE!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on January 28, 2023
AWESOME charter. So much so, we booked one the very next day. Captain Lee was extremely knowledgeable and worked his...
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Ryan B.
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Half Day Trip with Captain Mime

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on February 23, 2023
Great experience, great captain. Ryan and Chad from Idaho
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Joy J.
Sioux Falls, SD
Excellent
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Half Day Trip with Captain Mike!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 7, 2021
What a FUN fishing day! This was our first family fishing trip and it did not disappoint! We caught several different kinds...
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Rick D.
Presque Isle, ME
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Half day with captain Lee

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on October 19, 2022
We all had a great time.Our captain was the best.Hope to be back soon.
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