If you’re here to make the most of fishing in New Smyrna Beach, look no further than HellOnReels.

Species like Amberjack, Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Almaco Jack, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Sailfish, Lane Snapper, Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Gray Triggerfish, and more are in the cards if you come at the right time of year. On the day of your trip, you’re likely to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

Trips with HellOnReels are fun for all ages, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are also a good idea so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

You’ll be fishing aboard a 27’ Sportcraft cuddy cabin with room for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. Capt. Lenny will provide rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.

A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. Mates often work for tips and it’s customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish. It’s never a bad idea to bring sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

And that’s it! Your fishing trip with HellOnReels is just a click away.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $500
    Fishing nearshore reefs/wrecks makes for a fun time with a variety of fish able to be caught. Trips will vary on the time of year and open season.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Whiting
    Whiting
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore/Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $650
    This 6-hour trip would be offshore/nearshore bottom fishing and trolling depending on the season. Fish nearshore reefs and wrecks for an assortment of species.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Whiting
    Whiting
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $800
    This trip will be a deep sea offshore bottom fishing trip targeting big game bottom fishing.
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Jack (Almaco)
    Almaco Jack
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    Extended Day Trip – Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,000
    Extra long bottom fishing trip. Target deep water species and enjoy more time out at sea.
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Jack (Almaco)
    Almaco Jack
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    Extended Day Trip – Trolling
    In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,250
    This trolling trip specifically targets Mahi, Wahoo, and seasonal Sailfish.
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 12 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Jeri M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Fishing Trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) on July 14, 2024
We had a great relaxing fishing trip today! The water was smooth like a calm lake. Captain Lenny went above and beyond to give...
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Jeffrey (. T.
Excellent
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Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Crew
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5.0 / 5
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Great first time charter for the family

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) on July 6, 2024
Lenny was an excellent host and charter captain. He was extremely accommodating for my family. Having some of the kids get...
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Michelle A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome Thanksgiving fishing trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) on November 27, 2024
We had family in town from Chicago for Thanksgiving, and this fishing trip was on a bucket list for them. They had a great...
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Brent M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
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5.0 / 5
Crew
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5.0 / 5
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Offshore on April 30, 2024
Had a fantastic trip! Wife got her first taste of saltwater fishing and already loves it. Communication was great. Captain...
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Stephanie A.
Sanford, Florida
Excellent
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Full day offshore

Full Day Trip – Offshore on June 8, 2024
Fun day with an array of fish, even a hammer head shark. Captain was extremely patient with us, educational as well as helped...
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FAQs about HellOnReels

HellOnReels offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore/Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Extended Day Trip – Bottom Fishing (10 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - Extended Day Trip – Trolling (10 hours)

When you book a trip with HellOnReels, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet We have a portable camping toilet inside the cabin which offers privacy if nature calls.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with HellOnReels include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Live bait is supplied and depending on the particular trip we may catch live bait as part of the trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fileting or gutting fish is Included and will be packaged in ziploc bags. )
  • First Mate (For trolling and some full day trips there will be a first mate. Otherwise trips are captain mating for the trip.)
  • Fishing License (My fishing license covers all customers on board each trip.)

HellOnReels offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Varies per trip. Up to 50 miles offshore )
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

HellOnReels offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with HellOnReels include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Jack (Almaco)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your captain

Lenny Manginelli
New Smyrna Beach, Florida, United States
12 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2023
I've been saltwater fishing all my life, and love sharing my passion with others. I enjoy teaching the techniques I've learned and hope to help to provide the best experience possible for my customers.

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
1998
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Sportcraft
Boat type
Walkaround

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Varies per trip. Up to 50 miles offshore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
We have a portable camping toilet inside the cabin which offers privacy if nature calls.
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Outriggers

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Live bait is supplied and depending on the particular trip we may catch live bait as part of the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fileting or gutting fish is Included and will be packaged in ziploc bags.
First Mate
For trolling and some full day trips there will be a first mate. Otherwise trips are captain mating for the trip.
Fishing License
My fishing license covers all customers on board each trip.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
Children are welcome on all nearshore/inshore trips, preferred but not limited to kids over 10 on offshore fullday trips as it tends to be a bit much for younger children.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
PayPal
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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