Simply Reel Inshore Fishing 

5.0/5 (20 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Poplar Street Northeast 3598-3500, St. Petersburg, FL 33704, United States

Make an adventure out of your next trip in St. Petersburg and go fishing with Simply Reel Inshore Fishing.

Species like Cobia, Flounder, Gag Grouper, Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Spanish Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and more inhabit these waters, depending on the season. You can expect to do some spinning, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Simply Reel Inshore Fishing welcomes kids aboard, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

You’ll find yourself aboard a 21’ Mako center console that holds up to 4 passengers. It has all the essentials. You’ll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.

There’s no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited 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, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, come aboard with Simply Reel Inshore Fishing and get hooked!

Robert Tunget

Captain

Robert Tunget

10 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Economy trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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+6
US $250 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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+6
US $300 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $350 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (late morning)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $350 
Entire boat: up to 3 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 20 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (32)

Capt. Rob Relez
Great time!
Great time!
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

100%

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Sean T.
Sean T.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED

3 Hour Trip on March 25, 2025

Highly recommend Captain Robert for your fishing guide. He is very professional, yet super laid back and easy going. He was so accommodating when I wanted to spend a few minutes on the way to our fishing spot watching dolphins putting on a show for us. He was very good with my younger kids, and patient with 2 of us who are somewhat inexperienced fishermen. He made sure we were catching fish and cleaned them afterwards for us. He is extremely safe and knowledgeable about the waters he fishes in. I cannot recommend him enough and we will use him again when we are in the area. Thank you Captain Robert for a fabulous day on the water!

Highly recommend Captain Robert for your fishing guide. He is very professional, yet super laid back and easy going. He was so accommodating when I wanted to spend a few minutes on the way to our fishing spot watching dolphins putting on a show for us. He was very good with my younger kids, and patient with 2 of us who are somewhat inexperienced fishermen. He made sure we were catching fish and cleaned them afterwards for us. He is extremely safe and knowledgeable about the waters he fishes...  

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Sean C.
Sean C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Inshore Slam!

VERIFIED

3 Hour Trip on March 14, 2025

We had a great day with Captain Robert as he put us on an Inshore Slam! Snook, Reds and Trout plus a bonus Fluke! Captain Robert was super friendly and accommodating. He called and confirmed our contact information, pickup location and time prior to our trip. My wife and I are avid boaters and fish quite a bit and Captain Robert also ensured our comfortability with both boating and fishing prior to our trip. He was conscientious of our requested target fish, the weather, tides etc. to ensure we had a smooth ride and the best trip possible. He had plenty of rigs set up, so if one went down we were good to go. We caught 4 species and over a dozen fish total, but even if the bite wasn't on, Captain Robert's professionalism would have made for a great trip! Highly recommend!

We had a great day with Captain Robert as he put us on an Inshore Slam! Snook, Reds and Trout plus a bonus Fluke! Captain Robert was super friendly and accommodating. He called and confirmed our contact information, pickup location and time prior to our trip. My wife and I are avid boaters and fish quite a bit and Captain Robert also ensured our comfortability with both boating and fishing prior to our trip. He was conscientious of our requested target fish, the weather, tides etc. to ensure...  

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Souliya C.
Souliya C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Excellent Trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on June 12, 2025

Have a few trips under my belt, and Robert is one of the most considerate captains I’ve ever encountered. First off, he reached out and asked how we wanted to plan our trip, like where we want to start and what we want to catch. We were looking for trouts and redfish and hooked up on some. Even though we were satisfied with what we caught, he was not and offered a consolation, which we declined for reasons not related to the trip. Overall fun trip!

Have a few trips under my belt, and Robert is one of the most considerate captains I’ve ever encountered. First off, he reached out and asked how we wanted to plan our trip, like where we want to start and what we want to catch. We were looking for trouts and redfish and hooked up on some. Even though we were satisfied with what we caught, he was not and offered a consolation, which we declined for reasons not related to the trip. Overall fun trip!  

 Souliya C. recommends Simply Reel Inshore Fishing

Jacob J.
Jacob J.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Amazing Time!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on March 18, 2025

First time ever on a charter and was more than impressed. Captain was very knowledgeable and knew exactly where and when to catch fish. We caught Snook and Red Fish. Fishing was easy even for first timers. The captain makes sure you catch fish and will keep you out longer if the bite is good! I would recommend this charter to everyone no matter the skill. I will be using this charter again next time I am in the area. Highly recommend.

First time ever on a charter and was more than impressed. Captain was very knowledgeable and knew exactly where and when to catch fish. We caught Snook and Red Fish. Fishing was easy even for first timers. The captain makes sure you catch fish and will keep you out longer if the bite is good! I would recommend this charter to everyone no matter the skill. I will be using this charter again next time I am in the area. Highly recommend.  

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Josh H.
Josh H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Incredible fishing experience

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on November 27, 2024

I've been on many fishing trips in my past and my trip with Captain Rob may have been the best one yet. Me and my girlfriend were taking a day trip out to Tampa from Orlando and Captain Rob was very accomodating on our departure time. We arrived 30 minutes after our departure time yet he still honored our full 4 hour trip (even though he didn't have to). Captain Rob was a very experienced Captain, he knew where to start, And when to move. He chummed the water and took us to very secluded and scenic fishing spots. I believe we could 10+ snook, couple redfish, catfish, trout, and some others. Very friendly guy whos passion turned into a business. Overall one of the best experiences I've ever had fishing. Would recommend 10/10. Thanks for the trip Captain Rob, -Josh and Karine

I've been on many fishing trips in my past and my trip with Captain Rob may have been the best one yet. Me and my girlfriend were taking a day trip out to Tampa from Orlando and Captain Rob was very accomodating on our departure time. We arrived 30 minutes after our departure time yet he still honored our full 4 hour trip (even though he didn't have to). Captain Rob was a very experienced Captain, he knew where to start, And when to move. He chummed the water and took us to very secluded...  

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FAQs about Simply Reel Inshore Fishing

What are the trip rates for Simply Reel Inshore Fishing?

Simply Reel Inshore Fishing offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $250 per group - Economy trip (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group - 3 Hour Trip (3 hours)
  • US $350 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group - Half Day Trip (late morning) (4 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Simply Reel Inshore Fishing?

When you book a trip with Simply Reel Inshore Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Simply Reel Inshore Fishing?

Trips booked with Simply Reel Inshore Fishing include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License
What types of fishing does Simply Reel Inshore Fishing offer?

Simply Reel Inshore Fishing offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing (Mangrove islands in Tampa Bay)
  • Nearshore Fishing (Gulf of Mexico nearshore)
  • Flats Fishing (Shallow flats around Tampa Bay )
  • Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Simply Reel Inshore Fishing offer?

Simply Reel Inshore Fishing offers the following fishing technique:

  • Spinning
Which fish species can I catch with Simply Reel Inshore Fishing?

Top targeted fish species with Simply Reel Inshore Fishing include:

  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Spotted Seatrout

Your captain

Robert Tunget

St. Petersburg, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
20 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2024
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.

Capt. Robert Tunget is a Navy Veteran with over 25 years of experience fishing in south Florida and your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of St. Petersburg, Florida. Keep your eyes peeled for Snook, Redfish, Sheepshead, Flounder and Mangrove Snapper as you try your hand at spinning, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Mako
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
32 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Mangrove islands in Tampa Bay

Nearshore Fishing

Gulf of Mexico nearshore

Flats Fishing

Shallow flats around Tampa Bay

Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Wireless Trolling Motor

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Fishing 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.

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

You Keep 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

 PayPal

What’s biting in St. Petersburg right now

CobiaCobia
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Spotted SeatroutSpotted Seatrout