Reel Thrill Sportfishing Charters 

5.0
(178 reviews)
 485 California Avenue (Dock E47), Lorain, OH 44052, United States–

Reel Thrill Sportfishing Charters 

Lorain, OH, United States
–
30 ft
6
5.0
(178 reviews)

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Welcome aboard the Reel Thrill. This big charter boat is made for the Great Lakes. The 'Reel Thrill' is a 300 Sportfishermen, Amenities include: private restroom below in the salon, hardtop, dinette galley seating and a wide 11-6 beam. With plenty of room on deck and high sides, rest assured you are fishing in comfort, style and safety.

Your captain and crew are seasoned professional anglers who guide and involve their charter groups, they are meticulous in preparation and professionalism, they are personable and a pleasure to be with on the boat. Simply stated… They are the best of the best.

So welcome aboard! Relax and enjoy a day on the water. 'Hook Up' with high adventure and rod bending action. Friends and family…. young and old. Make it a REEL THRILL day!

Have a great day on a Great Lake with Reel Thrill Sportfishing Charters!

Best regards,
Captain Tony Sambunjak

Welcome aboard the Reel Thrill. This big charter boat is made for the Great Lakes. The 'Reel Thrill' is a 300 Sportfishermen, Amenities include: private restroom below in the salon, hardtop, dinette galley seating and a wide 11-6 beam. With plenty of room on deck and high sides, rest assured you are fishing in comfort, style and safety.

Your captain and crew are seasoned professional anglers who guide and involve their charter groups, they are meticulous in preparation and professionalism, they are personable and a pleasure to be with on the boat. Simply stated… They are the best of the best.

So welcome aboard! Relax and enjoy a day on the water. 'Hook Up' with high adventure and rod bending action. Friends and family…. young and old. Make it a REEL THRILL day!

Have a great day on a Great Lake with Reel Thrill Sportfishing Charters!

Best regards,
Captain Tony Sambunjak

Tony Sambunjak
Captain
Tony Sambunjak
29 years of experience
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“Fun in the Sun” Afternoon Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 31
Walleye
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hr Trip 'Morning Madness'
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 31
Walleye
US $596
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hr Trip 'High Noon'
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 31
Walleye
US $596
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hr Trip 'Afternoon Delight'
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 31
Walleye
US $596
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Walleye & Steelhead Combo
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 30
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $995
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hr 'All Inclusive'
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 31
Walleye
US $1,495
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

5.0
178 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (257)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
99%
Caught fish

All reviews (178)

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James Johnson
James Johnson
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2020
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Stop looking and book with Reel Thrill
5 Hr Trip 'Morning Madness' on July 1, 2026 • 4 adults

Absolutely fantastic time out for two separate trips on back to back days. Was lucky enough to have the son as the captain one day and the father the next. Both were very accommodating to our party and made the entire experience wonderful. We caught a lot of fish on both days and limited out within 2 hours of motoring down each day. As great as the captains were, the first mate, Ethan, was the backbone of the operation and ensured everything ran like a well oiled machine. They helped us with someone to clean the fish and even hand delivered them to us, once the cleaning was completed. Perfectly cleaned and filleted. I do not have the ability to describe how great every aspect of this trip was. Truly wonderful experience and very fortunate and thankful to have booked with them.

Reported catch:
Walleye
Tony Sambunjak
Response from Captain

Thank you very much! We are truly blessed to have a such a great team of guys with us!

Jesse Brown
Jesse Brown
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great Time!!
5 Hr Trip 'High Noon' on June 13, 2026 • 6 adults

I bought this as a Christmas gift for my dad and brothers. Captain Tony took us out, Alone! And this guy did not disappoint. The skill this man has to no tonly 1. Get you to and keep you on fish. And 2. Run the boat and equipment flawlessly by himself. I've never seen a captain run 12 poles so effortlessly all while keeping us on course running all the other equipment and netting fish one after another. Tony is a true professional and we will definitely be back to use his service again. The 6 of us had our limit in a little under 4 hours. We couldn't have been happier. Best gift I've ever bought my family by far.

Reported catch:
Walleye
Tony Sambunjak
Response from Captain

Thank you! It was a fantastic day of fishing!

STEVEN MINARDI
STEVEN MINARDI
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2019
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great bonding trip!
5 Hr Trip 'Morning Madness' on August 14, 2026 • 3 adults

Captain and Mate gave us a very warm welcome at dock and introduced themselves to us with a strong handshake 🤝. Captain showed us on board and explained all safety procedures and equipment. About 5 minutes after getting lines in the water we were reeling in nice fat walleye! After limiting out we headed back to the dock. Captain took photos of us with our fish then took them down the road and had them filleted. It was a great day and experience with my Son and Son-in-law. I would recommend and use this charter again.

Reported catch:
Walleye
Tony Sambunjak
Response from Captain

Thank you! Definitely an awesome day of fishing!

Jesse Ray
Jesse Ray
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Incredible!
5 Hr Trip 'Afternoon Delight' on May 25, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

Captain Anthony and Mate Ethan provided an excellent experience for my group of three! They seem very professional and courteous. They definitely do their homework to know where the fish are and they know the techniques to get them in the boat. We went out with them for their "afternoon delight" before all the rods were out we were hooking up. We caught our limit in under 3 hours even with a few amateur mistakes from my group causing us to lose several fish. These are great guys to fish with and they get you on the fish!

Reported catch:
Walleye
Tony Sambunjak
Response from Captain

Thank you! It was a great day of fishing with great people!

Bruce Jacobson
Bruce Jacobson
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Fantastic experience
5 Hr Trip 'High Noon' on July 8, 2026 • 4 adults

Working with Captain Tony is a pleasure. Our original date had a threatening weather forecast. He easily accommodated a change. For adult anglers with very limited experience were able to catch our limit in a little over two hours. He and his mate helped us with landing the fish. The boat is in fine condition and the equipment was suitable to the purpose. We look forward to our next opportunity to get out on the water with this boat and crew.

Tony Sambunjak
Response from Captain

Thank you! What a great day on the water!

FAQs about Reel Thrill Sportfishing Charters

Reel Thrill Sportfishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - “Fun in the Sun” Afternoon Trip (4 hours)
  • US $596 per group, additional US $148 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hr Trip 'Afternoon Delight' (5 hours)
  • US $596 per group, additional US $148 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hr Trip 'High Noon' (5 hours)
  • US $596 per group, additional US $148 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hr Trip 'Morning Madness' (5 hours)
  • US $995 per group - Walleye & Steelhead Combo (8 hours)
  • US $1,495 per group - 8 Hr 'All Inclusive' (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Reel Thrill Sportfishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS Lowrance
  • Fishfinder Lowrance
  • Bed
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Ice box
  • Radar Raytheon
Trips booked with Reel Thrill Sportfishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (When Needed)
  • Lures
  • First mate
Reel Thrill Sportfishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Reel Thrill Sportfishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Reel Thrill Sportfishing Charters include:
  • Walleye

Your captain

Tony Sambunjak
Tony Sambunjak
Lorain, Ohio, United States
9 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
178 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2020
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Capt. Tony has been fishing Lake Erie for over 20 years and not only knows how to catch fish but makes sure his crews are enjoying their day on the water.
Our Team
Anthony S.
Anthony S.
Captain
Ethan S.
Ethan S.
Captain
Tony Sambunjak
Tony Sambunjak
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
9
reports
178
reviews
2020
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Tony has been fishing Lake Erie for over 20 years and not only knows how to catch fish but makes sure his crews are enjoying their day on the water.
The crew
Anthony S.
Anthony S.
Captain
Ethan S.
Ethan S.
Captain

The fish you can target

Walleye
Walleye
Walleye
Walleye

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly holding a walleye-style fish aboard a fishing boat, with a second adult visible in the background on open water.
    Richard W.
    Richard W.
    Tony and ethan know what they are doing!!! patient, understanding, fun and knowledge! 10/10 experience!!
  • Anglers display a silvery fish aboard a center-console boat offshore, with open water and a bright coastal sky in the background.
    James F.
    James F.
    we made the best of very choppy conditions on the lake today. 4/6 of us got seasick. captain tony and his crew worked really hard to get on the fish and we caught a couple nice walleye before heading back in early due to the rough conditions.
  • Two young anglers and an adult proudly display a group of walleye on a fishing boat over open water.
    Bruce S.
    Bruce S.
    Captain Tony was great. His experience really paid off and we caught our limit on walleye. The boat itself was maybe the best fishing boat I’ve ever been on. It’s a newer boat, he has a fantastic set up, and will put you on the fish.  All of his equipment is top-notch.  I definitely recommend a trip with Captain Tony. 
  • Three anglers proudly displaying a catch of Walleye on a table at the dock, with a fishing boat in the background.
    Steven M.
    Steven M.
    Captain and Mate gave us a very warm welcome at dock and introduced themselves to us with a strong handshake 🤝. Captain showed us on board and explained all safety procedures and equipment. About 5 minutes after getting lines in the water we were reeling in nice fat walleye! After limiting out we headed back to the dock. Captain took photos of us with our fish then took them down the road and had them filleted. It was a great day and experience with my Son and Son-in-law. I would recommend and use this charter again.
  • Adult angler proudly displays a large walleye on a boat offshore, with trolling gear visible in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Burbot
    Andreas R.
    Andreas R.
    Captain Tony and Ethan were absolutely awesome answered questions and were amazingly knowledgeable and professional. We caught our limit in no time and had a blast doing so! highly recommend.
  • A group of five anglers proudly posing with their catch of Walleye displayed on a table at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Jarrod N.
    Jarrod N.
    Six person limited walleye in afew hours. Going to make plans for next year with them.
  • A proud angler displaying a large Walleye while fishing on a charter boat, showcasing a fun day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Black Drum
    Joel V.
    Joel V.
    These guys are masters of their craft. Had a fantastic outing with my brother in law and his two young boys. I could say a lot, but we caught our limit within a few hours. Like I said, choosing another fishing charter would be uncivilized! We had a REEL good time! Thank you Captain Tony and Ethan for the unforgettable experiance.
  • A proud angler displaying a Walleye while fishing on a charter boat, surrounded by fellow anglers enjoying a day on the water.
    Vista B.
    Vista B.
    Very nice experience. Fun crew. Well equipped and clean.
  • Three young anglers proudly displaying a catch of multiple fish on a dock, showcasing their successful fishing trip.
    Brad J.
    Brad J.
  • A group of anglers proudly posing with their catch of Walleye displayed on a board at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Karl D.
    Karl D.
    I can't stress enough how friendly and professional our captains were. From the moment we got back to the pier, they made us feel like old friends. And the fishing was amazing. They worked like a well oiled machine, getting lures in the water and cycling us through until all of us caught our limit. Honestly, this charter was the best money I've spent all year, and I will definitely be coming back!

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2008
Boat manufacturer
Cherokee
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Crusader 5.7 MPI
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Lowrance
Fishfinder
Lowrance
Bed
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Ice box
Radar
Raytheon
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
When Needed
Lures
First mate

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
5 and older
You keep catch
fish cleaning available
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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
 Checks
 Bank transfer

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