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Bay Reef Fishing Charters

State licensed
50 reviews
6701 34th Street South
St. Petersburg FL, United States

Bay Reef Charters welcomes you aboard for amazing inshore and flats fishing in beautiful St. Petersburg! Captain Dmitri caters to both novice and experienced anglers of all ages, for memorable trips under the Florida sun.

If you choose to explore the backcountry and flats, you’ll be fishing for Snook and Redfish. Head further out to bottom fish for a variety of Snapper, Amberjack, and Grouper, or troll for Kingfish.

Your boat for the day will be a brand new 23’ Key West bay boat. She can accommodate up to 4 guests and comes equipped with 2 live wells for bait, Simrad electronics and an i-Pilot trolling motor.

Capt. Dmitri will provide all the equipment you need including rods, tackle, and Daiwa reels. He can also accommodate spearfishing, flounder gigging and bowfishing, so long as you bring your own equipment. Feel free to store any snacks and refreshments you’d like to enjoy during the trip in the onboard icebox.

Let Capt. Dmitri help you explore some of the calmest waters in the US year-round! Not only will he take you to the best spots in the backcountry and flats, but he’s also happy to clean and fillet all your tasty catch.

So, what are you waiting for? Join Bay Reef Fishing Charters for some of the best fishing Florida has to offer!

  • Fishing License
  • Live Bait
  • You Keep Catch
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Child Friendly
  • Ice Box
  • Rods, reels & tackle

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    $800
    price breakdown
    $800
    Go trolling for Kingfish and explore the reefs and wrecks surrounding St. Petersburg on this full-day adventure! You’ll also have the chance to hook the likes of Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, and Jack Crevalle. If you’re into spearfishing or bowfishing, you'll need to bring your equipment on board. Anglers of all skill levels welcome.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $600
    price breakdown
    $600
    This 6-hour trip gives you ample time to bottom fish for Snapper, Amberjack, and Grouper nearshore, or explore the flats for the likes of Redfish and Snook. All the necessary gear and licenses are provided, just be sure to bring snacks and refreshments. If you have your own spearfishing or bowfishing equipment, feel free to bring it with you!
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $400
    price breakdown
    $400
    Head out into the Floridian sunshine on this half-day morning trip! Stick to the backcountry and flats to target tasty Redfish and Snook, or head further out to bottom fish for Snapper, Grouper, and Amberjack. This trip is suitable for anglers of all skill levels and all necessary gear will be provided.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    $400
    price breakdown
    $400
    This afternoon adventure is a great way to explore the diverse waters in the St. Petersburg area. Explore the best spots in the backcountry and flats to hook Redfish and Snook, or head a little further out to target Snapper and Grouper. All the gear you need will be provided, just bring any snacks or refreshments you'd like to enjoy!
  • Private trip
    Night Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 PM
    $400
    price breakdown
    $400
    Boat equipped with custom Lighting for Night fishing. Targetting fish in canals and docks, as well as out in Tampa Bay
  • Shared trip
    4 Hour Trip – Shared (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    $350
    price breakdown
    $350
    Explore the backcountry and flats, or head out to the reefs and wrecks to hook a variety of species. We're talking Redfish, Snook, Snapper, Grouper, Jack Crevalle, and Amberjack. A great morning adventure for anglers of all skill levels! This is a shared trip where you will be fishing with other anglers who have also booked this trip.
  • Shared trip
    4 Hour Trip – Shared (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    $350
    price breakdown
    $350
    This afternoon shared trip is a great opportunity to fish with other passionate anglers! Head out to the backcountry and flats for Snook and Redfish, or venture a little further out to try and nab some Snapper, Grouper, and Jack Crevalle. All your gear will be provided, just bring snacks and refreshments.
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About the Captain

Dmitri Stefaniwsky
St. Petersburg, Florida, United States
Angler's Choice
ID & License verified
50 Customer Reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since November 2019
Captain Dmitri Stefaniwsky has been fishing the waters in St. Petersburg, Florida for over 20 years. Last year, he decided to turn his passion into a career and become a chartered captain. His favorite part of the job is showing novice anglers the ropes, and helping more experienced anglers hook their dream catch. A true local, he knows all the inshore fishing grounds and backcountry spots. Sharpen your skills and hook plenty of tasty fish with Bay Reef Fishing Charters!

About this listing

Targeted Species

Amberjack Amberjack
Grouper (Black) Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Gag) Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Goliath) Grouper (Goliath)

Grouper (Red) Grouper (Red)
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish Redfish

Snapper (Mangrove) Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Red) Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Yellowtail) Snapper (Yellowtail)
Snook Snook

Boat Specs

Key West (Center console) originally built in 2020. Powered by a 300HP Yamaha 250 engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of Fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing Techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Bowfishing
Handline
Spearfishing
Flounder Gigging

Amenities

GPS
Life Jackets
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
GPS
Life Jackets
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip Includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

Customers can cancel or modify their booking up to 3 days before the trip date free of charge. If the trip is canceled or modified later, or in the event of a no-show, 100% of the deposit will be charged.

Listing Policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 30% deposit
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
Pay remaining balance to captain
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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, there is a 5% fee.

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Customer Reviews

Rating Summary
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4.89
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Great day fishing
Fishing with Dmitri
Half day trip with Cpt Dimitri
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Angler Rating
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Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Catch intended fish
89%
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Christopher B.
Frisco, Texas
 5.00
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Awesome trip w/ Captain Dmitri!!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 4, 2020
This trip was awesome! Captain Dmitri was extremely helpful, knowledgeable and very easy to get along with. We had a blast...
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Dan T.
Greenville, MI
 5.00
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Half day am trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 28, 2020
Met the captain at the boat doc. Unfortunately he was experiencing an electric issue with the boat and explained that he was...
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Tom S.
Orland Park, IL
 5.00
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Great day!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 9, 2020
We had three in our party including our friend who never fishes. Captain Dimitri could not have been more accommodating....
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Dana B.
New Albany, OH
 5.00
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Great day fishing

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (AM) on January 18, 2021
We had such a great and pleasant day..  only problem was it went too fast.  Can’t wait to come back.
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Dakota J.
United States
 5.00
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Half day with Captain Dmitri

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Shared (AM) on February 10, 2020
Captain Dmitri is so helpful and enthusiastic about not only helping you fish, but educating you. We had tons of fun just laughing...
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