Reel Experience Fishing Charters 

5.0/5 (111 reviews)
 752 Manatee Avenue West, Holmes Beach, FL 34217, United States

Reel Experience Fishing Charters 

5.0/5 (111 reviews)
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752 Manatee Avenue West
Holmes Beach, FL, United States
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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!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 111 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (116)

Great experience!
Great experience!
Great experience!
+113

Angler rating

104
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0
0
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

97%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

99%

Showing 1 - 5 of 111 reviews
Showing: 5 of 111 reviews
Shari M.
Shari M.
5.0/5

Jun 13, 2025

2 Hour inshore “kids trip”

Great experience!

VERIFIED

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...  

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 Shari M. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters
 Shari M. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters

Ray G.
Ray G.
5.0/5

Jun 5, 2025

Half Day Trip – Nearshore

CALL CAPTAIN DONNY!!

VERIFIED

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...  

Captain replied
 Ray G. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters
 Ray G. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 5, 2025
hey Ray thank you for the kind words. I'm glad y'all had a good time and I hope we can do it again soon.🤙🏽

Chaz R.
Chaz R.
5.0/5

Jul 25, 2025

2 Hour inshore “kids trip”

Terrific intro session!

VERIFIED

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!...  

 Chaz R. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters
 Chaz R. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters

Sam C.
Sam C.
5.0/5

Apr 16, 2025

Half Day Trip

Great day on the boat

VERIFIED

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...  

Captain replied
 Sam C. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters
 Sam C. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 16, 2025
thank you for the kind words Sam . I'm glad we were able to put a few fish in the boat with the last-minute cherry on top!

Elaine K.
Elaine K.
5.0/5

Mar 31, 2025

Half Day Trip

Reel experience was Real!

VERIFIED

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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Captain replied
 Elaine K. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters
 Elaine K. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 31, 2025
thanks yall for a great morning and a ton of laughs! hope to see yall again soon

Trip availability and prices

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2 Hour inshore “kids trip”
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $350 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Sat)
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Half Day Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
3/4 Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Sat)
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Sat)
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US $1,600 
Entire boat: up to 5 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 111 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (116)

Great experience!
Great experience!
Great experience!
+113

Angler rating

104
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

97%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

99%

Showing 1 - 5 of 111 reviews
Showing: 5 of 111 reviews
Shari M.
Shari M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great experience!

VERIFIED

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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 Shari M. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters

Ray G.
Ray G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

CALL CAPTAIN DONNY!!

VERIFIED

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!  

 Ray G. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 5, 2025
hey Ray thank you for the kind words. I'm glad y'all had a good time and I hope we can do it again soon.🤙🏽

Chaz R.
Chaz R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Terrific intro session!

VERIFIED

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!  

 Chaz R. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters

Sam C.
Sam C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day on the boat

VERIFIED

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!  

 Sam C. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 16, 2025
thank you for the kind words Sam . I'm glad we were able to put a few fish in the boat with the last-minute cherry on top!

Elaine K.
Elaine K.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Reel experience was Real!

VERIFIED

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!  

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 Elaine K. recommends Reel Experience Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 31, 2025
thanks yall for a great morning and a ton of laughs! hope to see yall again soon

FAQs about Reel Experience Fishing Charters

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2013
Boat manufacturer
Hanson
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
38 knots
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