Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Sarasota

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Reel Tight Fishing Charters offers you the opportunity to see beautiful Sarasota from a whole new perspective. The Captain is a knowledgeable and professional fisherman, who knows how to put his clients on fish. On a day out with him, you will be able to target a variety of fish and experience a first class service.

Step aboard their 24 ft saltwater fishing boat, powered by a 250 HP SHO Yamaha engine. The vessel has a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots and is rigged with navigational electronics, including a GPS and a fish finder. It is equipped with a wireless trolling motor, an anchoring system, a live bait tank, and an icebox to store the refreshments. The boat can comfortably accommodate up to six anglers.

Each trip with Reel Tight Fishing Charters can be easily customized to your needs and the fish you would like to catch. You can choose how much time you want to spend on the water. There are three packages available: a four-hour trip, a six-hour, and an eight-hour trip. Among your targeted species will be Cobia, King Mackerel, Jack Crevalle, Snook, Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, Tarpon, Gag, Spotted Seatrout, Sheepshead, and Tripletail. The Captain is also especially great with kids, so a day out with him is fun for all ages.

During the trip of your choosing, you will be provided with the fishing equipment, including rods, reels, tackle, lures, licenses, and live bait. Your catch will be cleaned and filleted for you to take home. The only thing you might want to bring with you is your own food and drinks.

Join Reel Tight Fishing Charters as they take on the trip of a lifetime!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Three Hour Special
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $450
    We are offering a fall special! The three hour tour is designed for the guest that want non stop action. We fish close to home and get on the fish quick. These are strickly inshore trips. We will not travel “offshore.” We will fish the beach and back water. Captains will bait your hooks and clean your catch! Snook, Trout, Redfish, Kingfish and Cobia make up our fall fishing fun! Book now!!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Alligator Gar
    Alligator Gar
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Morning Fishing Charter
    In demand! Last booked: 17 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $650
    The 4 hour inshore trip is perfect for families that want to fish for Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and Trout. It's a great trip for guests that want to get on the fish quickly and be back to the dock by noon! We have room for up to six guests.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Afternoon Fishing Charter
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $650
    Pick up at the "North Bridge". Inshore and nearshore fishing for Snook, Redfish, Trout, Snappers, Groupers, and a variety of other species. At certain times of the year, you'll even catch the sunset. Book your trip today!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Morning Fishing Charter
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $850
    Depending on your preferences and the fish you want to target, the Captain will customize this trip to your needs. You will be able to fish the beautiful waters of Sarasota and have a memorable experience with Reel Tight Fishing Charters.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Afternoon Fishing Charter
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $850
    Depending on your preferences and the fish you want to target, the Captain will customize this trip to your needs. You will be able to fish the beautiful waters of Sarasota and have a memorable experience with Reel Tight Fishing Charters.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Fishing Charter
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,050
    This package is ideal for those who are up for a challenge. Your day out on the stunning waters of Sarasota can be customized according to your needs and personal preferences. Anglers of all ages and any expertise are welcome aboard!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 245 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
88%
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VERIFIED   NEW  8 Hour Fishing Charter on December 26, 2024
Six guys and Captain Adam had a great eight hour charter fishing trip today. Captain Adam was consistently moving to locations...
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Scott D.
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Great day on the water

VERIFIED   6 Hour Morning Fishing Charter on August 12, 2024
Captain Christian was fantastic! You can tell that fishing is his passion and he went above and beyond to make sure we had...
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Eugene D.
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Great Time with Captain Andy

VERIFIED   Three Hour Special on August 16, 2024
Andy was a focused captain and fisherman. His love of fishing was obvious and he made sure that each member of our party had...
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Jessica R.
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A beautiful morning of memories made!!!

VERIFIED   Three Hour Special on July 6, 2024
We enjoyed a successful family friendly trout fishing trip with our two boys, and Captain Andy! So much so, we booked a second...
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Kyle K.
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Great morning fishing!

VERIFIED   NEW  Three Hour Special on December 27, 2024
Captain Adam was knowledgeable and helpful.  Made sure we caught different fish (permit, snapper, snook) and had a lot of...
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FAQs about Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Sarasota

Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Sarasota offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Three Hour Special (3 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 4 Hour Morning Fishing Charter (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 4 Hour Afternoon Fishing Charter (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 6 Hour Morning Fishing Charter (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 6 Hour Afternoon Fishing Charter (6 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 8 Hour Fishing Charter (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Sarasota, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Sarasota include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (We will always have the bait on the boat before the guests arrive. We make sure rods are rigged and ready as well. If by chance we catch bait with the guests on board we do NOT take that time away from the guests. We will add the time back for them. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We do NOT charge any extra to clean your catch. We do it free of charge! Let our captains clean your catch today! )
  • Drinks (Bottled Water )
  • Fishing License (The captains fishing license covers all the guests on board. The captains are also coast guard certified and belong to a drug consortium. We take this very serious and have employees that are reservist in the Coast Guard. )

Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Sarasota offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (By law we are only permitted to go 9 miles. Being an inshore nearshore company we typically stay inshore and in the backwater. Making sure our guests are comfortable and safe are our biggest concerns. We will not go offshore if it’s rough. )
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Sarasota offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Bowfishing (Bring your own gear)

Top targeted fish species with Reel Tight Fishing Charters – Sarasota include:
  • Cobia
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your operator

Reel Tight Fishing Charters
Sarasota, Florida, United States
63 Fishing Reports
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413 Customer reviews
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Member since December 2016
Angler's Choice
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Reel Tight Fishing Charters was re-established in December of 2016. The owner, Matt Fueyo, ran charters for over 20 years inshore and offshore in the Sarasota and surrounding waters. During the 2009 BP oil spill, he left the industry and joined the Army. After completing a tour overseas, he returned to Sarasota to pursue his lifelong passion. Matt has years of running private yachts for high-profile owners which is reflected in his level of professionalism and cleanliness in his charter boat company. Even though Blue Marlin is his favorite fish to catch, Snook and Tarpon still give him the adrenaline-pumping action that made him fall in love with sport fishing. Let Reel Tight Fishing Charters show you how a professional program operates.

The fish you can target

Cobia Cobia
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish Redfish

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2003
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha SHO
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
By law we are only permitted to go 9 miles. Being an inshore nearshore company we typically stay inshore and in the backwater. Making sure our guests are comfortable and safe are our biggest concerns. We will not go offshore if it’s rough.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Bowfishing
Bring your own gear

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
We will always have the bait on the boat before the guests arrive. We make sure rods are rigged and ready as well. If by chance we catch bait with the guests on board we do NOT take that time away from the guests. We will add the time back for them.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We do NOT charge any extra to clean your catch. We do it free of charge! Let our captains clean your catch today!
Drinks
Bottled Water
Fishing License
The captains fishing license covers all the guests on board. The captains are also coast guard certified and belong to a drug consortium. We take this very serious and have employees that are reservist in the Coast Guard.

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 included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Sarasota to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Kids are always welcome on the boats! We ask that they are 4 years of age or older. Kids under six are required to wear a life jacket. Bring your own or use one of ours. Either way we look forward to having your kids out with us for some fishing fun!
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

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

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