Reel Tactical Fishing 

5.0
(13 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Riverside Drive 857-899, Palmetto, FL 34221, United States

Reel Tactical Fishing 

Palmetto, FL, United States
27 ft
6
5.0
(13 reviews)

Make the most of your time in Bradenton and go fishing with Reel Tactical Fishing. With Captain Matt at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Species like Redfish, Flounder, Mangrove Snapper, Gag Grouper, Tarpon, Snook, Spotted Seatrout, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, Sheepshead, King Mackerel, and more could be biting, depending on the season. You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Matt also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!

Capt. Matt runs a 27' Boston Whaler center console that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, you will be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

Don't forget to bring sunblock (non-spray), a hat, and sunglasses. Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, time to hit the water with Reel Tactical Fishing!

Make the most of your time in Bradenton and go fishing with Reel Tactical Fishing. With Captain Matt at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Species like Redfish, Flounder, Mangrove Snapper, Gag Grouper, Tarpon, Snook, Spotted Seatrout, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, Sheepshead, King Mackerel, and more could be biting, depending on the season. You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Matt also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!

Capt. Matt runs a 27' Boston Whaler center console that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, you will be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

Don't forget to bring sunblock (non-spray), a hat, and sunglasses. Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, time to hit the water with Reel Tactical Fishing!

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Back country artificial trip 4hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Redfish
US $435
Entire boat: 2 people
Freshwater Crappie/striper 4 hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - Mar 1
Bass (Striped)
Crappie
US $435
Entire boat: 2 people
Freshwater largemouth bass trip 4hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Bass (Striped)
Bass (Largemouth)
US $435
Entire boat: 2 people
Fresh water bass trip 6hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Bass (Striped)
Bass (Largemouth)
US $485
Entire boat: 2 people
Freshwater crappie trip 6hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - Mar 1
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
US $510
Entire boat: 2 people
Back country artificial trip 6hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Redfish
US $535
Entire boat: 2 people
Half day inshore trip (pm)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Cobia
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+4
US $580
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day inshore trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+4
US $585
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Inshore grouper trip half day
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Grouper (Gag)
US $720
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Night time big snook trip 4hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 PM
Snook
US $725
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Shark trip (a/m)-(p/m) 4hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Tiger)
Shark (Bonnethead)
+2
US $750
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Near shore half day (am)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+8
US $775
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Nearshore half day (pm)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+8
US $775
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full day inshore
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+8
US $880
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Tarpon trip 6hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Tarpon
US $885
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Night time big snook trip 6hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 PM
Snook
US $885
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Inshore grouper trip full day
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Grouper (Gag)
US $900
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Nearshore full day
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Permit
+8
US $925
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Tarpon trip 8hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Tarpon
US $1,075
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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5.0
13 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Jeffrey Lunardi
Jeffrey Lunardi
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Incredible day!
Half day inshore trip (pm) on March 11, 20261 adult1 child

Captain Matt was incredible. Communication before the trip was very clear. He had already caught bait and met us at the dock. We caught tons of spanish mackerel and blue, and even mixed in a couple snook, red snapper, and ocean trout. A really amazing and fun day all the way around!

Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Erik Keptner
Erik Keptner
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
great fishing trip!
Half Day inshore trip (AM) on June 27, 20262 adults

Captain Matt took every effort to put us on to fish and made our experience worthwhile. We caught a variety of species. The boat and equipment was great! And Matt’s communication prior to the teip was very helpful.

Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Reel tactical fishing
Response from Charter operator

hey, thank you Erik. I appreciate it. It was a blast fishing with you guys

Thomas Veals
Thomas Veals
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
We had a great trip!
Back country artificial trip 4hr on July 24, 20262 adults2 children

Fish were not wanting to cooperate as they do sometimes but Capt Matt did not give up. He worked and worked till we foind them. He was also great with the kids. Would most definitely book again.

John Clark
John Clark
us
Washington State, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
First Florida Fishing Trip
Near shore half day (am) on March 14, 20262 adults

I went with Captain Matt and his boat was clean, and his gear in great shape. We caught plenty of fish and had a great time! I highly recommend a booking, he is a skilled captain who ensures everyone is catching!

Reported catch:
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Gag Grouper
Kelly L Wilhelm
Kelly L Wilhelm
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
DO IT!
Freshwater largemouth bass trip 4hr on April 25, 20262 adults

We came from Ohio to celebrate my husbands birthday. The men loved having a charter all to themselves to bass fish specfically. They caught some Bass and enjoyed the adventure with Matt!

FAQs about Reel Tactical Fishing

Reel Tactical Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $375 per group, additional US $60 per person after 1 guest - Back country artificial trip 4hr (4 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $60 per person after 1 guest - Freshwater Crappie/striper 4 hr (4 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $60 per person after 1 guest - Freshwater largemouth bass trip 4hr (4 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $60 per person after 1 guest - Fresh water bass trip 6hr (6 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $60 per person after 1 guest - Freshwater crappie trip 6hr (6 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $60 per person after 1 guest - Back country artificial trip 6hr (6 hours)
  • US $580 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Half day inshore trip (pm) (4 hours)
  • US $585 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Half Day inshore trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $720 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Inshore grouper trip half day (4 hours)
  • US $725 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Night time big snook trip 4hr (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Shark trip (a/m)-(p/m) 4hr (4 hours)
  • US $775 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Near shore half day (am) (4 hours)
  • US $775 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Nearshore half day (pm) (4 hours)
  • US $880 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Full day inshore (8 hours)
  • US $885 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Night time big snook trip 6hr (8 hours)
  • US $885 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Tarpon trip 6hr (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Inshore grouper trip full day (8 hours)
  • US $925 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Nearshore full day (8 hours)
  • US $1,075 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Tarpon trip 8hr (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Reel Tactical Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS Simrad
  • Fishfinder Simrad
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Reel Tactical Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
Reel Tactical Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Lake fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Reel Tactical Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Fly fishing
  • Handline
Top targeted fish species with Reel Tactical Fishing include:
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your operator

Reel tactical fishing
Reel tactical fishing

Palmetto, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
13 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2022

Born and raised on the Braden River in Bradenton FL. I have been fishing on the West Coast of Florida for 25+ years. I run inshore and Gulf of Mexico trips. Live bait and artificial are available, it is your call what we use. Your enjoyment is my goal in life.

Reel tactical fishing
Reel tactical fishing
Fully verified
13
reviews
2022
member since
~1h
response
Born and raised on the Braden River in Bradenton FL. I have been fishing on the West Coast of Florida for 25+ years. I run inshore and Gulf of Mexico trips. Live bait and artificial are available, it is your call what we use. Your enjoyment is my goal in life.

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Awesome Trip
    Steven D.
    Steven D.
  • Fishing at its finest
    Gregory J.
    Gregory J.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
2001
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Boston Whaler
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Handline

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Simrad
Fishfinder
Simrad
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Outriggers
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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
You keep catch
Crew keeps catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Palmetto right now

CobiaCobia
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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