Singing Reel Charters
+58Singing Reel Charters runs year-round fishing trips out of Whale Harbor Marina, in the sportfishing capital of the world — Islamorada. Whether you’re looking for juicy table fare around the reefs and rocky bottoms or want to go further offshore, this charter service will help you get a catch to remember.
Captain Tony has been fishing his whole life. He grew up around the water and has a knack for finding the fish. He knows the good spots of Islamorada and works around the clients to make their trip worth the while. With Capt. Tony, it’s not just about a friendly service, but also about learning what fishing is. He will gladly share tips and tricks with any angler, from a family with kids to seasoned fishermen.
Captain Tony operates the Singing Reel II, a 42’ Hatteras Sportfish Convertible with a 14’ beam. She is powered by Twin 671-t Detriot 485 HP engines, is fitted with only the best electronic equipment, and uses high-quality rods, reels, and tackle. The boat can take up to 6 people. She has 3 berths, a salon, a head with a shower, and a fully equipped kitchen. Air Conditioned and outdoor misting system to keep you cool while fishing
With Singing Reel Charters, you can try anything from trolling for Wahoo & Mahi Mahi to bottom fishing for Yellowtail and Mutton Snapper and Grouper. You can either explore the reefs or head further out. Captain Tony will help you out and will tailor the trip to meet your needs. His trips are flexible, as he cares about providing an enjoyable fishing experience.
Capt. Tony will supply all the rods, reels, and tackle, as well as live bait. You basically need to hop a board and get ready for the action. Bring your own food and drinks. Don’t forget to pack your camera. There is bottled water onboard as well. You will want to have a nice shot of your trip. Invite your friends and come along
The first mate works for tips, so don’t forget to tip him 20% or more of the total trip price! No tournament trips availabe from these Bookings
Captain
Tony Nagel
Highlights
Plan your trip
In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (815)
+812Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Appropriate for children
93%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
95%
- Boat is consistently described as clean and comfortable, enhancing the onboard experience
- Crew provides hands-on instruction for kids, ensuring family-friendly trips
- Targets large game species like tarpon and shark, providing memorable big fish experiences
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Great trip
6 Hour Trip on June 18, 2025
Captain Tony and Travis were great. My son and I went on the Singing Reel this past week and had a really fun day. We fish quite a bit but they made the day so easy and took care of everything. The 42 ft Hatteras is a great boat and you will really appreciate it if the seas get choppy like it did with us. We caught fish all day (Mahi and tuna). We ate our fish for a couple of days and actually had to ship the rest home. If looking for a good charter I would definitely take a look at them.
Captain Tony and Travis were great. My son and I went on the Singing Reel this past week and had a really fun day. We fish quite a bit but they made the day so easy and took care of everything. The 42 ft Hatteras is a great boat and you will really appreciate it if the seas get choppy like it did with us. We caught fish all day (Mahi and tuna). We ate our fish for a couple of days and actually had to ship the rest home. If looking for a good charter I would definitely take a look at...
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Wonderful time
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 19, 2025
Capt. Tony and crew were phenomenal. Communication prior was great with Capt. Tony. We were warmly greeted upon arrival at the dock. The boat is beautiful and very comfortable. We were quickly put on the fish and then poles did not stop bending. Travis, the first mate took his time teaching the techniques to my son and quickly had him landing fish after fish. His patience was wonderful. We came with the hopes of catching enough for dinner for that night and ended up leaving with so much fish we went to Islamorada Fish Company to have them freeze and store our fish to bring home. I can’t say enough great things about the Singing Reel. We will surely be back again as this was just excellent. Thank you Capt. Tony and Travis!!!
Capt. Tony and crew were phenomenal. Communication prior was great with Capt. Tony. We were warmly greeted upon arrival at the dock. The boat is beautiful and very comfortable. We were quickly put on the fish and then poles did not stop bending. Travis, the first mate took his time teaching the techniques to my son and quickly had him landing fish after fish. His patience was wonderful. We came with the hopes of catching enough for dinner for that night and ended up leaving with so much...
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Great afternoon at sea!
Half Day Trip (PM) on July 5, 2025
Captain Tony and Travis were a great team. It was our first time ocean fishing and Travis did a great job of teaching my kids the basics and answering questions. It ended up being an active predator day and we didn't catch as many as they had hoped but we had a great time. They tried several locations and we ended up with a great Yellowtail dinner.
Captain Tony and Travis were a great team. It was our first time ocean fishing and Travis did a great job of teaching my kids the basics and answering questions. It ended up being an active predator day and we didn't catch as many as they had hoped but we had a great time. They tried several locations and we ended up with a great Yellowtail dinner.
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BEST in Class that Delivers EVER TIME!
6 Hour Trip on June 7, 2025
Dynamic due of Captain Tony and First Mate Travis deliver every time! They put on fish (Mahi and tuna) and make it happen! Always a special treat to limit out early in the morning! Travis’ passion for fishing is infectious as it is instructive. Sweet boat that has the special comforters coveted on blazing hot days. Lastly, special treat to eat your catch at Lazy Days.
Dynamic due of Captain Tony and First Mate Travis deliver every time! They put on fish (Mahi and tuna) and make it happen! Always a special treat to limit out early in the morning! Travis’ passion for fishing is infectious as it is instructive. Sweet boat that has the special comforters coveted on blazing hot days. Lastly, special treat to eat your catch at Lazy Days.
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Great family experience!
Half Day Trip (AM) on December 27, 2024
My wife, two teenage sons, and I had never done any type of fishing in the ocean before. Captain Tony and First Mate Travis were instructive and very patient with us. We each ended up catching a bunch of fish and had a fantastic time. We went out for a half day charter which was plenty of time to fish and enabled us to take our fish that we caught to a local restaurant to be cooked for lunch. The boat was very spacious and well maintained. Overall it was an awesome trip! I would highly recommend Singing Reel Charters for a great family outing.
My wife, two teenage sons, and I had never done any type of fishing in the ocean before. Captain Tony and First Mate Travis were instructive and very patient with us. We each ended up catching a bunch of fish and had a fantastic time. We went out for a half day charter which was plenty of time to fish and enabled us to take our fish that we caught to a local restaurant to be cooked for lunch. The boat was very spacious and well maintained. Overall it was an awesome trip! I would highly recommend...
FAQs about Singing Reel Charters
What are the trip rates for Singing Reel Charters?
Singing Reel Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $700 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Tarpon/Shark (3 hours)
- US $1,100 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $1,100 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $1,600 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
- US $1,800 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Singing Reel Charters?
When you book a trip with Singing Reel Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet full size bathroom
- Air Conditioning central air & outdoor misting system
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed Sleeps 5
- Live Bait Well
- Kitchen Ref, Stove, Micro & oven
- Refrigerator Refrigerator, Freezer
- Multimedia System 2 stereo systems
- Outriggers
- Spearfishing Equipment
- Ice Box freezer & ice box for beverage only
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Singing Reel Charters?
Trips booked with Singing Reel Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (High quality gear)
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaned and packaged)
- Drinks (Cold water)
- First Mate ((25% gratuity or more expected))
- Fishing License (included for 6 people)
- Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does Singing Reel Charters offer?
Singing Reel Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing (Reef & slightly offshore)
- Nearshore Fishing (Reef)
- Offshore Fishing (Tuna, Whaoo +)
- Reef Fishing (Yellowtail, Mutton snapper + more)
- Wreck Fishing (Mutton Snapper, Grouper + more)
What fishing techniques does Singing Reel Charters offer?
Singing Reel Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle (Light tackle specialist)
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing (Mutton Snapper, Grouper + More)
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Fly Fishing
- Drift Fishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Singing Reel Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Singing Reel Charters include:
- Cero Mackerel
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Black)
- Jack Crevalle
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Permit
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Mutton)
- Snapper (Yellowtail)
- Tarpon
- Tuna (Blackfin)
- Wahoo
Meet your captain
Islamorada, Florida, United States
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Master Capt. Tony has been a fisherman his entire life. With over four decades of experience, Capt. Tony knows all the nooks and crannies of local waters. Taking up sport fishing at an early age, Tony has honed his skills over the years and knows how to put you on fish. He has grown up working with many great fishermen and learned a great deal about fishing but also about custom rod making. From Montauk Point to the Canyons off New Jersey to Ocean City Maryland, as well as Costa Rica and Dominican Republic and more, Capt. Tony has fished with success. He likes helping and teaching newbies as well as fishing aside the most experienced anglers. A trip with Capt. Tony is an enjoyable experience. Capt. Tony is a USCG Licensed Master Captain.
Janice N.
Business associate
Travis C.
First mate
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
Inshore Fishing
Reef & slightly offshore
Nearshore Fishing
Reef
Offshore Fishing
Tuna, Whaoo +
Reef Fishing
Yellowtail, Mutton snapper + more
Wreck Fishing
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Light tackle specialist
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Mutton Snapper, Grouper + More
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
What's on board
Toilet
full size bathroom
Air Conditioning
central air & outdoor misting system
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Sleeps 5
Live Bait Well
Kitchen
Ref, Stove, Micro & oven
Refrigerator
Refrigerator, Freezer
Multimedia System
2 stereo systems
Outriggers
Spearfishing Equipment
Ice Box
freezer & ice box for beverage only
Radar
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
High quality gear
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaned and packaged
Drinks
Cold water
First Mate
(25% gratuity or more expected)
Fishing License
included for 6 people
Fly Fishing Equipment
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.
Listing policies
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Family and children always welcome
You Keep Catch
fish cleaned and Packaged
Catch and Release Allowed
Let us know at the beginning of the trip
How to 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
What’s biting in Islamorada right now
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black)
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Permit
Sailfish
Snapper (Mutton)
Snapper (Yellowtail)
Tarpon
Tuna (Blackfin)
Wahoo