Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Siesta Key 

4.8
(188 reviews)
 
State licensed
 946 Siesta Drive, Sarasota, FL 34242, United States–

Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Siesta Key 

Sarasota, FL, United States
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24 ft
6
4.8
(188 reviews)

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Booking Reel Tight Fishing Charters gives you the opportunity to enjoy Sarasota in a completely different way. You'll go out with a knowledgeable and professional captain, who will take you to the local honey holes and make sure you have a productive fishing trip.

Get on board the 24' Pathfinder bay boat, powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine. The vessel has a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots and is equipped with navigational equipment. There's a wireless trolling motor, an anchoring system, a live bait tank, and an icebox to store the refreshments. The boat can comfortably accommodate up to 6 anglers.

Each trip with Reel Tight Fishing Charters can be customized to your needs and the fish you would like to catch. You can choose how much time you want to spend on the water. The crew will provide you with all the equipment you need, so all you need to do is get out and get on the fish!

Depending on the trip you choose to go on, expect to catch a variety of species found in the area. You can target fish like Cobia, King Mackerel, Jack Crevalle, Snook, Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, Tarpon, Grouper, Sheepshead, Barracuda, Shark, and Tripletail.

Your captain is especially great with kids, so a day out with him is fun for all ages. Don't hesitate to bring your family, and make this a trip they'll always remember!

The crew will be happy to clean and fillet your catch so you can take it home and have a great meal. The only thing you might want to bring with you is some sun protection, and some food and drinks to stay refreshed.

Start packing, join Reel Tight Fishing Charters, and have an unforgettable adventure on the beautiful Florida waters!

Booking Reel Tight Fishing Charters gives you the opportunity to enjoy Sarasota in a completely different way. You'll go out with a knowledgeable and professional captain, who will take you to the local honey holes and make sure you have a productive fishing trip.

Get on board the 24' Pathfinder bay boat, powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine. The vessel has a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots and is equipped with navigational equipment. There's a wireless trolling motor, an anchoring system, a live bait tank, and an icebox to store the refreshments. The boat can comfortably accommodate up to 6 anglers.

Each trip with Reel Tight Fishing Charters can be customized to your needs and the fish you would like to catch. You can choose how much time you want to spend on the water. The crew will provide you with all the equipment you need, so all you need to do is get out and get on the fish!

Depending on the trip you choose to go on, expect to catch a variety of species found in the area. You can target fish like Cobia, King Mackerel, Jack Crevalle, Snook, Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, Tarpon, Grouper, Sheepshead, Barracuda, Shark, and Tripletail.

Your captain is especially great with kids, so a day out with him is fun for all ages. Don't hesitate to bring your family, and make this a trip they'll always remember!

The crew will be happy to clean and fillet your catch so you can take it home and have a great meal. The only thing you might want to bring with you is some sun protection, and some food and drinks to stay refreshed.

Start packing, join Reel Tight Fishing Charters, and have an unforgettable adventure on the beautiful Florida waters!

Reel Tight Fishing Charters
Charter Operator
Reel Tight Fishing Charters
26 years of experience

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4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip
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8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.8
188 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (173)

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
90%
Caught fish

Reviews (188)

  • Jim Hustey
    Jim Hustey
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    4.0
    Verified
    New

    Reel tight lunes

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 1, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    Our Pennsylvania group had s blsst this morning. The Captain made sure we were on fish. caught a variety and sime huge Snook and very nice Reds and others like trout. the experience was great !! .

  • Matt Osborn
    Matt Osborn
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kansas, US
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    Member since 2024
    •
    2 trips
    4.3
    Verified

    SNOOK

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on May 26, 2026 • 4 adults

    had a great time with my boys and caught a really nice Snook.

  • Rodney Johnson
    Rodney Johnson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Connecticut, US
    •
    Member since 2023
    •
    7 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Third year of having a great fishing trip

    6 Hour Trip (AM) on June 24, 2025 • 5 adults • 1 child

    Luke did a great job. He got us on fish on every spot. We just kept forgetting we weren't on Lake Erie or in a river. He was really informative and great with the boys. We ended up catching nine different species: Speakled Trout, Lady Fish, Gag Grouper, Snook, Flounder, Mangrove Snapper, Salt Water Catfish, Red Fish, Jack Crevalle. Might even get another on Friday.

  • Vince Zurzolo
    Vince Zurzolo
    us
    New York, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    The weather started getting rough- we fished on!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on February 22, 2025 • 3 adults

    Cold, windy, chilly day, turned into a fun one. Captain Christian knew all the spots. If we weren’t catching in one spot he took us to another. Small mangrove snappers and sheepshead to begin with, later turned into massive Jack Cavale (Crevalle) giving us a lot of fight on the lights gear we were using. It was a lot of fun.

  • Rodney Johnson
    Rodney Johnson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Connecticut, US
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    Member since 2023
    •
    7 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day with Captain Tyler

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 21, 2023 • 6 adults • 1 child

    Overall it was a great trip and experience for the kids. We had a change in people going and ended up with a 10, 12, and 14 yr old and three adults. Captain Tyler was really helpful with the kids and put us on the fish. He provided some good pointers to the kids and adults alike. Unfortunately for us, we had to relearn how to fish, in the Midwest you yank and set the hook...took a bit, but by the end of the trip everyone had gotten at least one fish onboard that was a keeper. We properly caught close to 30 fish, and missed another 30. We got to see Dolphins and an aggregation of 10 Manatee. We caught seven species of fish in total and also saw a sting ray. I will be booking again next year. Not sure if it's going to be a half day or not though, it all depends on who wants to go. The half day was the perfect length of time for the kids though so it worked out.

  • John Christensen
    John Christensen
    Repeat angler
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    •
    Member since 2023
    •
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    ANDY was OUTSTANDING!!!!!!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on February 27, 2025 • 6 adults

    6 newly retired people and we caught fish to feed us for a month. Andy got us on fish from start to finish and was a hoot. Great guide and person. 2 nd time we’ve gone with him and it would be hard to go with anyone else. Thanks Andy and Matt!!

  • Jason Haynes
    Jason Haynes
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2025
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Luke was awesome!

    6 Hour Trip (AM) on June 21, 2025 • 3 adults • 2 children

    Great time!. Luke was very patient with my 13 and 14 year old boys. Was also wiling explain about the area and the fish. Great time. We’ll be back!!!

  • Vu Tran
    Vu Tran
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    •
    Member since 2023
    •
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    BEST TIME

    6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 24, 2024 • 6 adults

    Captain Andy is the man!! Not only did he find us fish but he was very patient and informative and handled a crew of mostly first timers with class. Best part was we went home with a cooler full of fish for the wives!! Highly recommend him and Reel Tight Fishing- they live up to their name!

  • David Beiser
    David Beiser
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    •
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Fish on!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 20, 2024 • 4 adults

    My family and I went on a 4 hour charter with Captain Matt today. We had the best time with him. He was right there with every bait and every release. He was very professional and extremely knowledgeable . Every one of the kids had a great time and so did I . Thanks again captain Matt from Reel Tight Charters!

  • Angela Walker
    Angela Walker
    us
    Indiana, US
    •
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic day with Capt Josh!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 2, 2022 • 4 adults • 1 child

    Our group was 3 women and a 12 y/o. Despite our lack of experience Capt Josh & 1st Mate Harry were very patient and accommodating. We caught the limit of snapper which we took to MVP for lunch and they cooked it for us. (10/10 definitely recommend. Our waiter, Bo, went above & beyond.) We also caught a couple of catfish and a mother-in-law fish that we threw back. We jammed to country music and chatted with both Captain & 1st mate who are very personable and friendly. I highly recommend taking this charter. Don't forget to take sunscreen, a HAT, and either a t shirt or cover up for midway thru. We reapplied the sunscreen multiple times and definitely needed our hats and shirts. Heat index was 102 so it's very hot on the water. Sunglasses is a MUST. The rides to the different fishing spots was one of our favorite parts. 10/10 would do it again!

Rating

4.8
188 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (173)

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (188)

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John Solo
John Solo
us
Pennsylvania, US
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Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Matt
4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 5, 2026 • 3 adults

Best fishing charter trip we have ever had ! Timmy was incredible and we caught snook and sea trout all morning long and only had to hit up two spots !

Jim Hustey
Jim Hustey
us
Pennsylvania, US
•
Member since 2026
4.0
Verified
New
Reel tight lunes
4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 1, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

Our Pennsylvania group had s blsst this morning. The Captain made sure we were on fish. caught a variety and sime huge Snook and very nice Reds and others like trout. the experience was great !! .

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Redfish
Jack Crevalle
+1
Mark Marriott
Mark Marriott
us
Wisconsin, US
•
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Epic day - best in class charter!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on December 27, 2025 • 4 adults

Choose Reel Tight if you want a premium experience that delivers fish, laughs, memories, and an overall great day on the water. We loved it - we’ve charters across the country and this team gets it done!

Brian O’leary
Brian O’leary
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
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Member since 2025
•
4 trips
The captain canceled
April 4, 2026

The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.

John Tichenor Jr
John Tichenor Jr
us
Illinois, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Trip
4 Hour Trip (PM) on March 19, 2026 • 1 adult • 2 children

Captain Adam was great. My 2 girls and I had a great time. We got on the Snook and Trout and caught 20 plus in a few hours. It was a great time!

Reported catch:
Snook

FAQs about Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Siesta Key

Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Siesta Key offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Siesta Key, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Garmin
  • Fishfinder Garmin
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor Minn Kota
  • Ice box Yeti
Trips booked with Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Siesta Key include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Gratuities appreciated )
  • Drinks (Water)
  • Fishing license
Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Siesta Key offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Weather permitting/Within 9 miles)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Siesta Key offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Siesta Key include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your operator

Reel Tight Fishing Charters
Reel Tight Fishing Charters

Sarasota, Florida, United States

78 Fishing Reports
531 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since December 2016

Reel Tight Fishing Charters was re-established in December of 2016. The owner, Matt Fueyo, ran charters for over 20 years inshore and offshore in the Sarasota and surrounding waters. During the 2009 BP oil spill, he left the industry and joined the Army. After completing a tour overseas, he returned to Sarasota to pursue his lifelong passion. Matt has years of running private yachts for high-profile owners which is reflected in his level of professionalism and cleanliness in his charter boat company. Even though Blue Marlin is his favorite fish to catch, Snook and Tarpon still give him the adrenaline-pumping action that made him fall in love with sport fishing. Let Reel Tight Fishing Charters show you how a professional program operates.

Reel Tight Fishing Charters
Reel Tight Fishing Charters
78
reports
531
reviews
2016
member since
~1h
response
Reel Tight Fishing Charters was re-established in December of 2016. The owner, Matt Fueyo, ran charters for over 20 years inshore and offshore in the Sarasota and surrounding waters. During the 2009 BP oil spill, he left the industry and joined the Army. After completing a tour overseas, he returned to Sarasota to pursue his lifelong passion. Matt has years of running private yachts for high-profile owners which is reflected in his level of professionalism and cleanliness in his charter boat company. Even though Blue Marlin is his favorite fish to catch, Snook and Tarpon still give him the adrenaline-pumping action that made him fall in love with sport fishing. Let Reel Tight Fishing Charters show you how a professional program operates.

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Real catches by this captain

  • Reel tight lunes
    Jim H.
    Jim H.
  • Fishing with Matt
    Brendan G.
    Brendan G.
  • Third year of having a great fishing trip
    Rodney J.
    Rodney J.
  • Near shore grand slam
    Dustin M.
    Dustin M.
  • ANDY was OUTSTANDING!!!!!!
    John C.
    John C.
  • The weather started getting rough- we fished on!
    Vince Z.
    Vince Z.
  • Great Trip
    Dustin S.
    Dustin S.
  • BEST TIME
    Vu T.
    Vu T.
  • Fish on!
    David B.
    David B.
  • Captain Christian
    Trevor W.
    Trevor W.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2003
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha 250 SHO
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Spinning
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Garmin
Fishfinder
Garmin
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Minn Kota
Ice box
Yeti
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Gratuities appreciated
Drinks
Water
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Sarasota to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Ages 4 and up.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Please see myfwc.com

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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.

What’s biting in Sarasota right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
CobiaCobia
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
SnookSnook
TarponTarpon
TripletailTripletail

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