Reel Tactical Fishing 

5.0/5 (5 reviews)
 Riverside Drive 857-899, Palmetto, FL 34221, United States

Reel Tactical Fishing 

5.0/5 (5 reviews)
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Riverside Drive 857-899
Palmetto, FL, United States

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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Customer reviews

Rating summary

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

Photos & videos by reviewers (4)

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Angler rating

4
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

80%

Caught fish

100%

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Steven D.
Steven D.
5.0/5

Jun 8, 2025

Nearshore full day

Awesome Trip

VERIFIED

Captain Matt was an amazing guide. He was super accommodating and knowledgeable about the catch. My friends came in from out of town and we had an amazing charter. We had fish hooked the entire time and left with over 20 fish to cook and caught 50+. I highly recommend this fishing charter as you will 100% get your moneys worth.

Captain Matt was an amazing guide. He was super accommodating and knowledgeable about the catch. My friends came in from out of...  

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Mike N.
Mike N.
5.0/5

Apr 20, 2025

Night time big snook trip 4hr

April fishing trip

VERIFIED

Great fishing experience. Caught my first tarpon, 38”. Hooked into several huge snook and other species…trout, cat, lady fish.

Great fishing experience. Caught my first tarpon, 38”. Hooked into several huge snook and other species…trout, cat, lady fish....  

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Gregory J.
Gregory J.
5.0/5

Mar 25, 2024

Inshore grouper trip half day

Fishing at its finest

VERIFIED

Great day on the water. Captain Matt is a lifetime local and a professional fisherman. It was too windy to fish near shore so we went in shore fishing. What an awesome time. We killed the trout. All day non stop action. The boat is super fast and smooth. We will definitely be back! Thanks Captain Matt!

Great day on the water. Captain Matt is a lifetime local and a professional fisherman. It was too windy to fish near shore so...  

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Replied on March 28, 2024
Thank you Greg I really appreciate everything, means a lot. It was a pleasure meeting you and your family. And I had a great time fishing with you guys. We’ll have to get out there again sometime 🎣👍

Robert S.
Robert S.
5.0/5

Jul 9, 2024

Half day inshore trip (pm)

Fishing with Matt

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Noah D.
Noah D.

Mar 13, 2025

The captain canceled

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The charter operator canceled 10 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

 

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Trip availability and prices

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Back country artificial trip 4hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $360 
Entire boat: up to 6 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
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US $375 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Freshwater largemouth bass trip 4hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $385 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Back country artificial trip 6hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $460 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Fresh water bass trip 6hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $475 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Freshwater crappie trip 6hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Oct 1 - Mar 1
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US $475 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day inshore trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half day inshore trip (pm)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Shark trip (a/m)-(p/m) 4hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Inshore grouper trip half day
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $625 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Near shore half day (am)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $625 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Nearshore half day (pm)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $625 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Night time big snook trip 4hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full day inshore
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Tarpon trip 6hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Inshore grouper trip full day
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $825 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Night time big snook trip 6hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Nearshore full day
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $960 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Tarpon trip 8hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

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

Photos & videos by reviewers (4)

Awesome Trip
Awesome Trip
Awesome Trip
+1

Angler rating

4
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

80%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews
Showing: 5 of 5 reviews
Steven D.
Steven D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome Trip

VERIFIED

Nearshore full day on June 8, 2025

Captain Matt was an amazing guide. He was super accommodating and knowledgeable about the catch. My friends came in from out of town and we had an amazing charter. We had fish hooked the entire time and left with over 20 fish to cook and caught 50+. I highly recommend this fishing charter as you will 100% get your moneys worth.

Captain Matt was an amazing guide. He was super accommodating and knowledgeable about the catch. My friends came in from out of town and we had an amazing charter. We had fish hooked the entire time and left with over 20 fish to cook and caught 50+. I highly recommend this fishing charter as you will 100% get your moneys worth.  

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Mike N.
Mike N.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

April fishing trip

VERIFIED

Night time big snook trip 4hr on April 20, 2025

Great fishing experience. Caught my first tarpon, 38”. Hooked into several huge snook and other species…trout, cat, lady fish.

Great fishing experience. Caught my first tarpon, 38”. Hooked into several huge snook and other species…trout, cat, lady fish.  

 Mike N. recommends Reel Tactical Fishing

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Gregory J.
Gregory J.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing at its finest

VERIFIED

Inshore grouper trip half day on March 25, 2024

Great day on the water. Captain Matt is a lifetime local and a professional fisherman. It was too windy to fish near shore so we went in shore fishing. What an awesome time. We killed the trout. All day non stop action. The boat is super fast and smooth. We will definitely be back! Thanks Captain Matt!

Great day on the water. Captain Matt is a lifetime local and a professional fisherman. It was too windy to fish near shore so we went in shore fishing. What an awesome time. We killed the trout. All day non stop action. The boat is super fast and smooth. We will definitely be back! Thanks Captain Matt!  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 28, 2024
Thank you Greg I really appreciate everything, means a lot. It was a pleasure meeting you and your family. And I had a great time fishing with you guys. We’ll have to get out there again sometime 🎣👍

Robert S.
Robert S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Matt

VERIFIED

Half day inshore trip (pm) on July 9, 2024

 

 Robert S. recommends Reel Tactical Fishing

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Noah D.
Noah D.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED

Trip was supposed to happen on March 13, 2025

The charter operator canceled 10 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

 

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FAQs about Reel Tactical Fishing

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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
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
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