Reel Time Outfitters 

4.8/5 (20 reviews)
 
State licensed
 1 Southwest 1st Avenue, Crystal River, FL 34429, United States

Reel Time Outfitters 

 
State licensed
4.8/5 (20)
 Angler's Choice
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1 Southwest 1st Avenue
Crystal River, FL, United States
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Join a group of experienced anglers who specialize in inshore fishing. Reel Time Outfitters is operated by Captain Leon, who has dedicated his career to exploring shallow waters and the fish that inhabit them.

This charter is family-friendly and encourages everyone to participate in the action. Capt. Leon will do his best to amuse your kids with this sport and help them to potentially discover a new hobby. You’re never too young or too old to start fishing. So start now, with a professional who can show you the best bits.

You’ll fish aboard a 21’ flats boat that’s powered by a 115 HP Mercury engine. There’s enough room for 5 guests to fish in comfort. This center console features various navigational and safety electronics, and a CPR trained crew. The boat also features an anchoring system and a cooler which is ideal for storing fish until the end of the trip.

Set off to local reefs, wrecks, flats, and backcountry. These spots are full of species like Redfish, Snook, Spotted Seatrout, Tarpon, and Tripletail. In slightly deeper spots, you’ll be able to target Cobia, Snapper, Grouper, Shark, Jack Crevalle, and Spanish Mackerel.

Captain Leon covers your fly fishing equipment, rods, reels, tackle, live and artificial baits, and your fishing license. He’ll gladly clean and fillet your catch, so you can take it home for a great meal. Just bring your food, drinks, and sun protection.

*Due to the Covid-19 outbreak, please bring your own snorkel gear. If you have any questions about which gear to buy or rent, please contact the captain.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 20 reviews
Boat
4.6/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (37)

Great trip, fun captain!  Would recommend!
June fishing trip
May fishing trip
+34

Angler rating

17
1
0
1
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

92%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

92%

Satisfied with the boat

92%

Recommend this charter

90%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 20 reviews
Showing: 5 of 20 reviews
Jason H.
Jason H.
5.0/5

Jul 8, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM) (4 MAX)

Great trip, fun captain! Would recommend!

VERIFIED

Captain was not a clock watcher. He made sure we got on fish and communicated along the way which was nice. We will definitely book another trip soon! Highly recommend

Captain was not a clock watcher. He made sure we got on fish and communicated along the way which was nice. We will definitely...  

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Replied on July 9, 2025
Thank you sir! I had a blast with you and your wife

Rich H.
Rich H.
4.7/5

Apr 17, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM) (4 MAX)

April fishing trip

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Replied on April 18, 2025
Thank you

Jennifer S.
Jennifer S.
5.0/5

Mar 30, 2024

5 Hour Trip – Crappie & Bass

Great for kids

VERIFIED

Captain Tyler was great with my kids, ages 9 and 12. He went above and beyond to get my son some fish on a challenging foggy day on Lake Panasoffkee. Captain knew the area well. We will definitely use Reel Time Outfitters again if we make another fishing trip to the area. Caught bass, spotted gar, and pickerel. Captain Tyler cared a lot that we had a good experience and caught some fish.

Captain Tyler was great with my kids, ages 9 and 12. He went above and beyond to get my son some fish on a challenging foggy...  

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Replied on March 31, 2024
Thank you

Katie C.
Katie C.

Attica, NY

5.0/5

Mar 13, 2022

Half Day Trip (AM) (4 MAX)

Better than Disney!

VERIFIED

Our family had an amazing day! Captain Leo was awesome! Our son kept saying it was better than Disney! Captain Leo knew all the spots, gave great tips and made sure our family had a great time! Would reccomend over and over. Our trip was a little delayed due to low tide after a storm front passed through but Captain Leo communicated well and did his best to make sure our trip was a success! He even went out of his way to show us the manatees. Excellent charter!

Our family had an amazing day! Captain Leo was awesome! Our son kept saying it was better than Disney! Captain Leo knew all the...  

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Replied on March 14, 2022
Thank you hopefully we will see your family again sometime.

Chris A.
Chris A.

Myrtle Beach, SC

5.0/5

Apr 1, 2023

Half Day Trip (AM) (4 MAX)

April fishing trip

VERIFIED

Cap. Leon put use on some nice fish! Would differently rebook!

Cap. Leon put use on some nice fish! Would differently rebook!  

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Replied on April 2, 2023
Thank you sir. Hope to fish with you and your son again sometime
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Trip availability and prices

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5 Hour Trip – Crappie & Bass
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Dec 1 - Mar 31
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip – Scalloping (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Sep 24
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip – Scalloping (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Sep 24
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (AM) (4 MAX)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (PM) (4 MAX)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
7 Hour Scallop Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Sep 24
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Bowfishing/ Gigging trips
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip (4 MAX)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Bowfishing/ Gigging trips
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 PM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip – Scallop & Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Sep 24
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip—Shallow Water Grouper
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Sep 15
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 20 reviews
Boat
4.6/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (37)

Great trip, fun captain!  Would recommend!
June fishing trip
May fishing trip
+34

Angler rating

17
1
0
1
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

92%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

92%

Satisfied with the boat

92%

Recommend this charter

90%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 20 reviews
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Jason H.
Jason H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great trip, fun captain! Would recommend!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) (4 MAX) on July 8, 2025

Captain was not a clock watcher. He made sure we got on fish and communicated along the way which was nice. We will definitely book another trip soon! Highly recommend

Captain was not a clock watcher. He made sure we got on fish and communicated along the way which was nice. We will definitely book another trip soon! Highly recommend  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 9, 2025
Thank you sir! I had a blast with you and your wife

Rich H.
Rich H.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

April fishing trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) (4 MAX) on April 17, 2025

 

 Rich H. recommends Reel Time Outfitters

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 18, 2025
Thank you

Jennifer S.
Jennifer S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great for kids

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip – Crappie & Bass on March 30, 2024

Captain Tyler was great with my kids, ages 9 and 12. He went above and beyond to get my son some fish on a challenging foggy day on Lake Panasoffkee. Captain knew the area well. We will definitely use Reel Time Outfitters again if we make another fishing trip to the area. Caught bass, spotted gar, and pickerel. Captain Tyler cared a lot that we had a good experience and caught some fish.

Captain Tyler was great with my kids, ages 9 and 12. He went above and beyond to get my son some fish on a challenging foggy day on Lake Panasoffkee. Captain knew the area well. We will definitely use Reel Time Outfitters again if we make another fishing trip to the area. Caught bass, spotted gar, and pickerel. Captain Tyler cared a lot that we had a good experience and caught some fish.  

 Jennifer S. recommends Reel Time Outfitters

Mark review as helpful

undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 31, 2024
Thank you

Katie C.
Katie C.

Attica, NY

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Better than Disney!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) (4 MAX) on March 13, 2022

Our family had an amazing day! Captain Leo was awesome! Our son kept saying it was better than Disney! Captain Leo knew all the spots, gave great tips and made sure our family had a great time! Would reccomend over and over. Our trip was a little delayed due to low tide after a storm front passed through but Captain Leo communicated well and did his best to make sure our trip was a success! He even went out of his way to show us the manatees. Excellent charter!

Our family had an amazing day! Captain Leo was awesome! Our son kept saying it was better than Disney! Captain Leo knew all the spots, gave great tips and made sure our family had a great time! Would reccomend over and over. Our trip was a little delayed due to low tide after a storm front passed through but Captain Leo communicated well and did his best to make sure our trip was a success! He even went out of his way to show us the manatees. Excellent charter!  

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1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 14, 2022
Thank you hopefully we will see your family again sometime.

Chris A.
Chris A.

Myrtle Beach, SC

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

April fishing trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) (4 MAX) on April 1, 2023

Cap. Leon put use on some nice fish! Would differently rebook!

Cap. Leon put use on some nice fish! Would differently rebook!  

 Chris A. recommends Reel Time Outfitters

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1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 2, 2023
Thank you sir. Hope to fish with you and your son again sometime
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FAQs about Reel Time Outfitters

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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
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots
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