
Take your whole family and embark on an unforgettable fishing adventure together with Reel Experience Fishing Charters. From inshore and nearshore waters to the backcountry, there’s a wide variety of fishing spots you can visit in Palmetto and have a great time chasing many different species. Join Captain Donny Freeman and let him create a wonderful fishing experience in Florida for you and your loved ones!
The boat you’ll be using is a 23’ Custom Hanson. It can sit up to 6 guests and uses a 200 HP Yamaha V6 Saltwater Series engine. Thanks to its GPS, fishfinder, as well as radio technology, the boat will take you to the fish quickly and safely. There’s a wireless trolling motor used for a quieter approach to the fish, a livewell for providing live bait, and an ice box to store your food and drinks.
Using spinning on light tackle, you and Captain Donny will be chasing Gag Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Tarpon, Flounder, Spotted Seatrout, and Redfish. You’re free to choose whether you’ll release your catch or keep it. Kids are more than welcome to come aboard, so bring them aboard and enjoy a lovely family trip together.
Captain Donny will supply you with the fishing tackle, live bait, lures, licenses, as well as drinks. Also, he can clean and bag your catch completely free of charge. Yours is just to bring the snacks of your choice and prepare for lots of fun on board.
Book a trip at Reel Experience Fishing Charters and experience the beauties of fishing around Palmetto!
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (116)


+113Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Caught fish
99%
Jun 13, 2025
2 Hour inshore “kids trip”
My family and I had an amazing time on this trip. Captain Donny took us to a spot where the fish were biting almost as soon as we threw the line in. He took special time to teach my 6 year old how to cast and reel it in. He even attempted to win over my 3 year old multiple times, even though she was being a sour patch. I 100% recommend this trip and Captain Donny for anyone looking to spend a couple hours on the water with their family. We will book again the next time we visit AMI.
My family and I had an amazing time on this trip. Captain Donny took us to a spot where the fish were biting almost as soon as...



Jun 5, 2025
Half Day Trip – Nearshore
Capt. Donny was great. Very nice guy and easy to talk to. Very patient with those who don't fish much. Got us on the fish right away. Moved locations a few times to keep the bite active. My wife is not into fishing but after this trip, she's ready to go again. Thanks Donny!
Capt. Donny was great. Very nice guy and easy to talk to. Very patient with those who don't fish much. Got us on the fish right...
Jul 25, 2025
2 Hour inshore “kids trip”
My son (12) and I did the two hour inshore session with Donny and it was terrific! Caught plenty of fish and a good variety!
My son (12) and I did the two hour inshore session with Donny and it was terrific! Caught plenty of fish and a good variety!...
Apr 16, 2025
Half Day Trip
Had an awesome day out on the water with Captain Donny! The forecast called for rough conditions, but he knew exactly where to go to find calmer spots. We ended up catching a nice mix of fish and had a great time. Super chill and knowledgeable—definitely recommend booking with him!
Had an awesome day out on the water with Captain Donny! The forecast called for rough conditions, but he knew exactly where to...
Mar 31, 2025
Half Day Trip
Captain Donny was lots of fun & knew where to take us to catch fish! Always ready to help! Highly recommend him as he was very personal & had awesome stories & showed us some nice views!
Captain Donny was lots of fun & knew where to take us to catch fish! Always ready to help! Highly recommend him as he was very...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (116)


+113Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Caught fish
99%
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Boat
Crew
Overall
2 Hour inshore “kids trip” on June 13, 2025
My family and I had an amazing time on this trip. Captain Donny took us to a spot where the fish were biting almost as soon as we threw the line in. He took special time to teach my 6 year old how to cast and reel it in. He even attempted to win over my 3 year old multiple times, even though she was being a sour patch. I 100% recommend this trip and Captain Donny for anyone looking to spend a couple hours on the water with their family. We will book again the next time we visit AMI.
My family and I had an amazing time on this trip. Captain Donny took us to a spot where the fish were biting almost as soon as we threw the line in. He took special time to teach my 6 year old how to cast and reel it in. He even attempted to win over my 3 year old multiple times, even though she was being a sour patch. I 100% recommend this trip and Captain Donny for anyone looking to spend a couple hours on the water with their family. We will book again the next time we visit AMI.



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Half Day Trip – Nearshore on June 5, 2025
Capt. Donny was great. Very nice guy and easy to talk to. Very patient with those who don't fish much. Got us on the fish right away. Moved locations a few times to keep the bite active. My wife is not into fishing but after this trip, she's ready to go again. Thanks Donny!
Capt. Donny was great. Very nice guy and easy to talk to. Very patient with those who don't fish much. Got us on the fish right away. Moved locations a few times to keep the bite active. My wife is not into fishing but after this trip, she's ready to go again. Thanks Donny!

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2 Hour inshore “kids trip” on July 25, 2025
My son (12) and I did the two hour inshore session with Donny and it was terrific! Caught plenty of fish and a good variety!
My son (12) and I did the two hour inshore session with Donny and it was terrific! Caught plenty of fish and a good variety!

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Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day Trip on April 16, 2025
Had an awesome day out on the water with Captain Donny! The forecast called for rough conditions, but he knew exactly where to go to find calmer spots. We ended up catching a nice mix of fish and had a great time. Super chill and knowledgeable—definitely recommend booking with him!
Had an awesome day out on the water with Captain Donny! The forecast called for rough conditions, but he knew exactly where to go to find calmer spots. We ended up catching a nice mix of fish and had a great time. Super chill and knowledgeable—definitely recommend booking with him!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
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Half Day Trip on March 31, 2025
Captain Donny was lots of fun & knew where to take us to catch fish! Always ready to help! Highly recommend him as he was very personal & had awesome stories & showed us some nice views!
Captain Donny was lots of fun & knew where to take us to catch fish! Always ready to help! Highly recommend him as he was very personal & had awesome stories & showed us some nice views!
