Reel Fun Charter 

5.0
(226 reviews)
 
State licensed
 4004 Catalina Drive, Cortez, FL 34210, United States–

Reel Fun Charter 

Cortez, FL, United States
–
23 ft
6
5.0
(226 reviews)

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Running angling trips out of Cortez, Reel Fun Charter provides a memorable, quality experience whether you are new to fishing or a seasoned fisherman.

Come aboard with Captain Terry, who knows the best spots to get you on some fish. Expect to use techniques like popping and spinning based on the species you're targeting. Speaking of which, you have the option of 4 to 6-hour trips, where you'll be fishing for the likes of Snapper, Redfish, Snook, Spotted Seatrout, Tripletail, Jack Crevalle, depending on the specific season and the day's weather.

You'll be fishing from a 23' Sea Pro boat with enough room for up to 4 anglers at any time. All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price, and your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. You can keep anything you catch as long as it's legal to do so. Live bait is included when available, so check with the captain before the trip.

Want to bring the rest of the family along for the ride? Captain Terry is patient with kids and helps them with casting the line. He loves to see the smiles when a fish bites, so bring the kids fishing to create fun memories.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Reel Fun Charter!

Running angling trips out of Cortez, Reel Fun Charter provides a memorable, quality experience whether you are new to fishing or a seasoned fisherman.

Come aboard with Captain Terry, who knows the best spots to get you on some fish. Expect to use techniques like popping and spinning based on the species you're targeting. Speaking of which, you have the option of 4 to 6-hour trips, where you'll be fishing for the likes of Snapper, Redfish, Snook, Spotted Seatrout, Tripletail, Jack Crevalle, depending on the specific season and the day's weather.

You'll be fishing from a 23' Sea Pro boat with enough room for up to 4 anglers at any time. All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price, and your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. You can keep anything you catch as long as it's legal to do so. Live bait is included when available, so check with the captain before the trip.

Want to bring the rest of the family along for the ride? Captain Terry is patient with kids and helps them with casting the line. He loves to see the smiles when a fish bites, so bring the kids fishing to create fun memories.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Reel Fun Charter!

Terry Talbert
Captain
Terry Talbert
26 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
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2 Hour Kids Fish & Fun
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:30 PM)
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+3
US $375
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+3
US $575
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 11:00 AM)
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+3
US $775
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (320)

What anglers say

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

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Amy Tenreiro
Amy Tenreiro
us
Massachusetts, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great Fishing!!
Half Day Trip on October 2, 2026 • 3 adults

Captain Terry was awesome! He was so knowledgeable, experienced and patient. He helped us with everything and made catching lots of big keepers so easy and fun!! He also taught us knots, techniques for future fishing and shared some great fishing tips. He fileted all the fish and reccomened a great local spot that cooked it for us. It was delicious and love our memories with Capt. Terry

Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Terry Talbert
Response from Captain

Thanks again Amy for choosing me for your guide on your family fishing trip. It was great spending time with everyone and fishing together.

Gracie Burnam
Gracie Burnam
us
Utah, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
The best time ever!
Half Day Trip - 1:00 PM on March 3, 2026 • 2 adults

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (I wish I could give 10 stars!) Our experience with Captain Terry was nothing short of exceptional!!! From start to finish, he was professional, personable, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about what he does. He made sure we were comfortable the entire time, took the time to teach us the techniques we didn’t know anything about, and put us right on the fish. He really knew exactly where to go and worked hard to make sure we had an unforgettable day and let me tell you, it definitely paid off! The boat was clean and well-maintained, and the atmosphere was relaxed, fun, and welcoming. You can truly tell he cares about his clients having a meaningful and memorable experience, not just giving a successful trip. My partner and I made amazing memories out on the water and can’t wait to book again. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a fishing charter! Thanks again, Captain Terry! :)

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Sheepshead
Snook
Terry Talbert
Response from Captain

Thank you kindly Gracie! I totally enjoyed the afternoon with you and Alex

Will Brown
Will Brown
us
Florida, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great Memories Made With Capt Terry
Half Day Trip on January 2, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

I booked with Capt Terry because of his reputation with families and children and he did not disappoint! The group was myself, my daughter, son in law, grandaughter and grandson. It was the childrens very first fishing trip. Capt Terry knew exactly what to do to make the trip child friendly…a short boat ride, a spot out of the cold winter wind and we caught fish! Flounder, red fish, lady fish, and a couple of trout, one a trophy of 23” by my grandson. Terry and 1st mate Jill were polite, patient and encouraging. I highly recommend them for not only family trips any fishing in the Anna Maria / Cortez area.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Sheepshead
Redfish
Philip Neff
Philip Neff
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Spectacular day
3/4 Day Trip on May 7, 2026 • 2 adults

My son and I had a wonderful fishing trip with Captain Terry. We were able to enjoy a combination of ocean fishing and inland fishing, moving from a hotspot to hotspot to find fish. I lost track of the different types of fish we caught, but it was an amazing experience. We saw sting ray and a manatee too. The location out of Bradenton – Coquina launch could not be better. Hightly recommend this trip if in the Tampa Bay Area.

Robert Lueckhoff
Robert Lueckhoff
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great day of fishing
Half Day Trip on May 6, 2026 • 2 adults

Great day fishing with Captain Terry! He put us onto Snook and Trout and took us to some amazing fishing spots. He even called ahead to a local restaurant and had them cook up the Trout that he filleted for us — such a great experience! It was our first trip to Anna Maria Island, and we’ll definitely be back — and fishing with Terry again. Thanks for an awesome day on the water!

FAQs about Reel Fun Charter

Reel Fun Charter offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $375 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Kids Fish & Fun (2 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Kids Fish & Fun - 10:30 AM (2 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Kids Fish & Fun - 3:30 PM (2 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Kids Fish & Fun - 8:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $575 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $775 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $775 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip - 11:00 AM (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Reel Fun Charter, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Reel Fun Charter include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (When available )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (The captain will clean your keepable catch, place in a bag with ice at no additional cost. Gratuity is customary.)
  • Fishing license (The Captain's commercial license covers every person fishing on the boat. There's no need to buy a day license.)
Reel Fun Charter offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
Reel Fun Charter offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Popping
Top targeted fish species with Reel Fun Charter include:
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Terry Talbert
Terry Talbert
Cortez, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
226 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since December 2022
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.
With 40 years of experience, Captain Terry is a fishing expert who has fished world-wide, as well as US waters. He created Reel Fun Charter to live his dream and provide exceptional experiences for his guests. Fishing is his passion and he wants to share it while making lifelong memories together aboard his 2019 Sea Pro Bay Deluxe vessel. Join Captain Terry for a 'reel fun' day!
Terry Talbert
Terry Talbert
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
226
reviews
2022
member since
~1h
response
With 40 years of experience, Captain Terry is a fishing expert who has fished world-wide, as well as US waters. He created Reel Fun Charter to live his dream and provide exceptional experiences for his guests. Fishing is his passion and he wants to share it while making lifelong memories together aboard his 2019 Sea Pro Bay Deluxe vessel. Join Captain Terry for a 'reel fun' day!

The fish you can target

Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tripletail
Tripletail
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook

Real catches by this captain

  • Adult angler proudly holding a large redfish near calm coastal waters under a clear blue sky.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Tamara A.
    Tamara A.
    Captain Terry is amazing! we had ana amazing experience. This trip was a birthday gift for my boyfriend and it sisnt disapoint! we were able to catch fish and also eat rhe fish we caught! captian terry cleaned the fish for us and alos gave us information on local restaurants that would cook our fish for us. Its an experince we will never forget and for sure repeat!
  • Multiple speckled trout stored on ice inside a boat cooler, with a landing net and red boat accessory visible nearby.
    Fish 1
    Speckled Trout
    Hannah R.
    Hannah R.
    We had lots of fun and caught alot of trout, gonna have a fish fry!
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large snook aboard a boat on calm coastal waters, with waterfront homes and palm trees in the background.
    Matthew B.
    Matthew B.
    captain Terry is super knowledgeable about all things fishing. He knew the spots to try for different types of fish abd was patient and very helpful for those of us who have never been ocean fishing! Great times!!!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Snook while fishing from a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Chase C.
    Chase C.
    We caught everything we wanted to and then some! Capt Terry knows the area well and understands the tides in the area. He brought a new deckhand out with us and he needs to keep that young man around, Elijah was amazing and so enthusiastic about every fish we caught.
  • A young boy in a life jacket holds a small shark while an adult assists him on a fishing boat, showcasing an engaging fishing experience.
    Bryant K.
    Bryant K.
    Captain put us on some hot spots, caught several different species and took some good eaters home.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing from a boat in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Jeff E.
    Jeff E.
    The four hours flew by. We caught fish at every stop. Terry was knowledgeable and friendly. He helped us all catch fish. I would highly recommend to anyone! Would definitely book with him again. We had a blast.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Snook while fishing on a sunny day in a coastal waterway.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Anthony A.
    Anthony A.
    Had a great day fishing with captain Terry! Great guide, instructional and patient. We caught Snook, Trout and Red! Even a few Lady fish but they weren’t allowed on the boat, it was a boys trip. I recommend Terry for any excursion. We will be back.
  • Family fishing group posing with a large snook aboard a boat, with two young anglers wearing life jackets.
    Stephen S.
    Stephen S.
    Captain Terry got us on fish quick and made sure we stayed on fish. He kept the kids happy and in the action!
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Snook while fishing on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Mutton Snapper
    Jingyi L.
    Jingyi L.
    captain Terry is great, very professional and very patient. We had 6 people on the boat and he was taking care of all of us at the same time. we had so much fun!!!! Hopefully we fan boat with him again!!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while seated on a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Robert N.
    Robert N.
    Capt Terry was awesome. Very knowledgeable and put us right on the fish. Coukdnt ask for more.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Sea Pro
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Popping

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
When available
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
The captain will clean your keepable catch, place in a bag with ice at no additional cost. Gratuity is customary.
Fishing license
The Captain's commercial license covers every person fishing on the boat. There's no need to buy a day license.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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
Children of all ages are welcome. Life preservers are provided for ages 5 and up, under 5, the parents will need to bring their own Coast Guard approved life jackets.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Cortez right now

Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TripletailTripletail

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