Reel Fun Charter 

5.0/5 (220 reviews)
 
State licensed
 4004 Catalina Drive, Cortez, FL 34210, United States

Reel Fun Charter 

Up to 9 miles
Cortez, FL, United States
23 ft
6
5.0/5 (220 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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Trip availability and prices

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Group Size
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2 Hour Kids Fish & Fun
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+3
US $350
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 $550
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 $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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5.0
220 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

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

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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, 20262 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

Mike Schneider
Mike Schneider
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
Educational, successful, and a ton of fun!
3/4 Day Trip on March 22, 20264 adults

Capt. Terry is one of the most knowledgeable Captains I’ve ever spoken to. You can tell Capt. Terry is very passionate about fishing from the minute you meet him. We caught a ton of fish and was able to mark off bucket list fish from our list! The key to success with Terry is being safe and coachable for Terry is big on safety as he should be. This was the best saltwater fishing experience I’ve ever been part of and will 1000% be booking with him again. Thanks for the success Terry and the Schneider’s are happy to call you our friend!!

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Redfish
Snook
Speckled Trout
+1
Josh Hale
Josh Hale
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Knowledgeable Captain and a Great Experience
Half Day Trip - 1:00 PM on February 28, 20264 adults

We had a great time out on the water. Terri was extremely knowledgeable and put us in the right spots all day. He even taught us a new style of fishing we weren’t used to, which made the trip even more fun and rewarding. You can tell he really knows what he’s doing and genuinely wants everyone to have a great experience. We learned a lot, caught fish, and made some awesome memories. Highly recommend booking with him. We’d definitely go again.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Junior Vanvalkenburg
Junior Vanvalkenburg
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Amazing Captain!!
Half Day Trip on February 26, 20262 adults

Captain Terry knew exactly where to to take me and my wife for our first trip ever on salt water! He even took some time towards the end of our trip to drive us around so my wife could see some dolphins! We came into shore with a great experience and feel like ive made a friend on the trip in Captain Terry! His patience with teaching us technique was great, I will definitely be booking again with him when we bring our kids back in the fall!

Reported catch:
Sheepshead
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, 20263 adults2 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

FAQs about Reel Fun Charter

Reel Fun Charter offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Kids Fish & Fun (2 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Kids Fish & Fun - 8:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $750 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 (High quality, lightweight gear)
  • 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
Terry Talbert

Cortez, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
220 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!

ID & license verified
220 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!

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

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
High quality, lightweight gear
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.

More details

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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