Reel Time Charters, LLC 

5.0/5 (68 reviews)
 2130 Marin Ship Way, San Francisco, CA 94965, United States

Reel Time Charters offers nearshore and offshore fishing trips out of Sausalito, CA. Join an experienced captain who is ready to put his talent to work for you, fishing for some of the most popular species in the San Francisco Bay Area!

Step aboard a 28’ Boston Whaler Conquest, ideal for up to 4 anglers. Powered by twin 250 HP Mercury Verado engines, this vessel has a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots. She will get you to the fishing grounds and back in comfort as fast as conditions on the water allow.

On board you will find the latest fishing technology. Many onboard amenities cater to your comfort, including a toilet, air conditioning, and a multimedia system.

Meet Captain Phil Havlicek, a local guide with extensive experience in fishing and surfing. He will help you target the fish this area is famous for, including Salmon, Albacore Tuna, Rockfish, and more.

You’ll employ a variety of techniques, such as drifting for Halibut, trolling for Salmon.. In November you may be able to fish for crab during a 2 week period when the season is open.

No matter what fishing experience you’re hoping to have, you can trust that Capt. Phil will help you get the most out of it. He will customize your trip in any way you want, so long as the weather makes it possible. Come aboard for a few hours to test the waters or head out to the Farallon Islands where you will find especially large Rockfish.

Reel Time Charters rents top of the line rods and reels for just $15 per rod. Trolling weights are not provided and are strongly recommended to be brought along by customers. If not, the captain can provide weights at $8 per 2.5lb and $7 per 2lb.

There may be a fuel surcharge depending on the type of trip requested. You are welcome to keep the fish that you catch. Be sure to bring a California fishing license.

Come aboard today and enjoy some of the best fishing on the west coast!

Phil Havlicek

Captain

Phil Havlicek

 ID & credentials verified

Most popular features:

 You Keep Catch
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Air Conditioning
 Ice Box

Trip availability and prices

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Full Day Trip

 In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago

Low rate deposit non-refundable
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $600 
There are 2 people looking at this charter.

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FAQs about Reel Time Charters, LLC

What are the trip rates for Reel Time Charters, LLC?

Reel Time Charters, LLC offers the following trip to customers:

  • US $300 per person - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Reel Time Charters, LLC?

When you book a trip with Reel Time Charters, LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Multimedia System
  • Ice Box
  • Radar
What types of fishing does Reel Time Charters, LLC offer?

Reel Time Charters, LLC offers the following types of fishing:

  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
What fishing techniques does Reel Time Charters, LLC offer?

Reel Time Charters, LLC offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Reel Time Charters, LLC?

Top targeted fish species with Reel Time Charters, LLC include:

  • Halibut
  • Rockfish
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Tuna (Albacore)

Your captain

Phil Havlicek

San Francisco, California, United States

78 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
68 Customer reviews
Response time 3 hours
Member since August 2017

I have had a love affair with the ocean all my life. I surfed into my late 40's and have owned boats for over 30 years. I have extensive experience in long-range fishing with over 10 Yellowfin Tuna catches, weighing in at 200+ lbs. My personal best Yellowfin Tuna catch was 270 lbs.

Our Team
phil h.

phil h.

Captain

The fish you can target

Halibut
Halibut
Rockfish
Rockfish
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Albacore Tuna
Albacore Tuna

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Boston Whaler
Boat type
Cruiser

Engine model
Mercury Verado
Powered by
2 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Jigging

Drift Fishing

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet

Air Conditioning

GPS

Fishfinder

Bed

Live Bait Well

Kitchen

Multimedia System

Ice Box

Radar

What’s included in the trip price

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

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

8 years and up-

No Smoking

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

 PayPal

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

What’s biting in San Francisco right now

HalibutHalibut
RockfishRockfish
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)

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