Reel Legend Fishing Charters

Reel Legend Fishing Charters invites you to join them in the ‘World’s Luckiest Fishing Village’ to enjoy a deep sea fishing excursion with a knowledgeable crew. With over four decades of experience, Captain Richie and his first mate know how to put you on fish.

Their passion and experience speak for themselves. Capt. Richie and his first mate will take great care of you and your party throughout the entire trip. From the beginner angler to experienced fisherman, everyone is welcome to join in the adventure. All trips are family-friendly; don’t hesitate to bring your younger anglers with you!

You will have a blast on the ‘Reel Legend.’ She is a 46’ Custom-built fishing machine with twin 300 HP Cummins Diesels engines and enough room for up to 13 passengers, while 6 can fish at a time. The Reel Legend is a great vessel for anything from bottom fishing to trolling. She is equipped with a restroom, an air-conditioned cabin, a sleeping area, and top-notch electronics to put you on fish.

Make sure to bring a big cooler for all your catch! The list of your potential targets will depend on the season and will include Red, Vermilion, and Mangrove Snapper, as well as Gag and Black Grouper, Kingfish, Cobia, Bonito, and Amberjack.

All rods, reels, tackle, lures, bait, and licenses will be included in the price of your trip. Catch cleaning is done by the first mate at the end of the trip. Come on down for a trip to remember with Reel Legend Fishing Charters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 hour am spring trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 1 - May 25
    US $1,200
    This trip is mainly catch and release q for beginners that just are wanting to get there feet wet. We will either troll for spanish makeral around the lip or go 5 to 8 miles from the pass and bottom fish for mingos, triggers, and other reef fish for catch and release.
    Targeted fish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Tigerfish
    Tigerfish
  • Private trip
    4 hr PM Spring trip
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Nov 1 - May 25
    US $1,200
    This trip is mainly catch and release q for beginners that just are wanting to get there feet wet. We will either troll for spanish makeral around the lip or go 5 to 8 miles from the pass and bottom fish for mingos, triggers, and other reef fish for catch and release.
  • Private trip
    4 or 5 hour bottom fishing AM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 31
    US $1,250
    We book this as a 4 hour bottom fishing trip with the option of increasing to a 5 hour trip either before or during the trip. The price increase is 300 paid to the captain before or after the trip but gives you the option to stay out a little longer if you wish.
  • Private trip
    4 or 5 hour PM Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 31
    US $1,250
    We book this as a 4 hour bottom fishing trip with the option of increasing to a 5 hour trip either before or during the trip. The price increase is 300 paid to the captain before or after the trip but gives you the option to stay out a little longer if you wish.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour AM trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    US $1,625
    This trip allows a little farther boat ride to some deeper reefs that have a little better quality bottom fish. We will have about a 45 min ride out and back with about 3 and half hours of fishing. Again great for beginners and novice anglers
  • Private trip
    5 Hour PM Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    US $1,625
    This trip allows a little farther boat ride to some deeper reefs that have a little better quality bottom fish. We will have about a 45 min ride out and back with about 3 and half hours of fishing. Again great for beginners and novice anglers
  • Private trip
    Spring break special 6 hour AM
    In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 29
    US $1,800
    Awesome way to spend some time on water to get out catch some lunch or dinner and cook it up
  • Private trip
    Spring Break special 6 hour PM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 30
    US $1,800
    Awesome way to spend some time on water to get out catch some lunch or dinner and cook it up
  • Private trip
    6 HOUR AM TRIP
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    US $2,000
    This is one of captains favorites. Great for novice or intermediate fisherman. Gives us enough time to get offshore to some deeper water that isn't hit all the time. Find some fresh fish that are willing to bite. We will target Mahi, Wahoo, Snappers, groupers on this trip a little bit of everything. All you need to bring is your sunscreen drinks and snacks we will cover the rest.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    6 HOUR PM TRIP
    Just booked! Last booked: 6 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    US $2,000
    This is one of captains favorites. Great for novice or intermediate fisherman. Gives us enough time to get offshore to some deeper water that isn't hit all the time. Find some fresh fish that are willing to bite. We will target Mahi, Wahoo, Snappers, groupers on this trip a little bit of everything. All you need to bring is your sunscreen drinks and snacks we will cover the rest
  • Private trip
    6 HOUR PM TRIP (copy)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $2,100
    This is one of captains favorites. Great for novice or intermediate fisherman. Gives us enough time to get offshore to some deeper water that isn't hit all the time. Find some fresh fish that are willing to bite. We will target Mahi, Wahoo, Snappers, groupers on this trip a little bit of everything. All you need to bring is your sunscreen drinks and snacks we will cover the rest
  • Private trip
    7 hour snapper frenzy AM Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 15
    US $2,300
    This trip allows us to get a little farther then the 6 hours most people run to target water that doesn’t get hit as much. We will target mainly Red snapper during your time.
    Targeted fish
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
  • Private trip
    7 hour snapper frenzy pm trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 14
    US $2,300
    This allows extra hour so we can get to better water that isn’t always hit on the 6 hour trips. We will be targeting red snapper for this trip
  • Private trip
    8 HOUR TRIP
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    US $2,560
    This trip will allow us a little more travel time to get to deeper water some bigger fish and do some trolling for peligic fish like wahoo and mahi. We will then do some bottom fishing and troll back in. All you will need is plenty of drinks snacks and some sunscreen.
  • Private trip
    8-10 Hour trolling only trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    US $2,850
    We will get out of the pass troll out once we get out of the pass and hit the deep water and you never know what you will hook into. We will have baits out for wahoo, mahi, marlin, sailfish in hopes to catch the lifetime fish
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
  • Private trip
    10 HOUR TRIP
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    US $3,200
    This allows us to get farther offshore so some trolling for pelagic fish such as wahoo tuna and Mahi then get to some good deep dropping spots for some bigger fish fishing 200 plus feet of water.
  • Private trip
    12 HOUR TRIP
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    US $3,700
    This allows us to get farther offshore so some trolling for pelagic fish such as wahoo tuna and Mahi then get to some good deep dropping spots for some bigger fish fishing 200 plus feet of water.
  • Private trip
    Fad trolling trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    16 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 AM
    US $4,500
    This trip is to the fads roughly 60 to 80 miles off shore we will troll lures on the way out and way back. We will try to live bait troll or chum around fads plus pull baits. No real time limit on this trip
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
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FAQs about Reel Legend Fishing Charters

Reel Legend Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $140 per person after 6 guests - 4 hour am spring trip (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $140 per person after 6 guests - 4 hr PM Spring trip (4 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group, additional US $150 per person after 6 guests - 4 or 5 hour bottom fishing AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group, additional US $150 per person after 6 guests - 4 or 5 hour PM Trip (4 hours)
  • US $1,625 per group, additional US $150 per person after 6 guests - 5 Hour AM trip (5 hours)
  • US $1,625 per group, additional US $150 per person after 6 guests - 5 Hour PM Trip (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $200 per person after 6 guests - Spring break special 6 hour AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $200 per person after 6 guests - Spring Break special 6 hour PM (6 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group, additional US $200 per person after 6 guests - 6 HOUR AM TRIP (6 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group, additional US $225 per person after 6 guests - 6 HOUR PM TRIP (6 hours)
  • US $2,100 per group, additional US $275 per person after 6 guests - 6 HOUR PM TRIP (copy) (6 hours)
  • US $2,300 per group, additional US $275 per person after 6 guests - 7 hour snapper frenzy AM Trip (7 hours)
  • US $2,300 per group, additional US $250 per person after 6 guests - 7 hour snapper frenzy pm trip (7 hours)
  • US $2,560 per group, additional US $250 per person after 6 guests - 8 HOUR TRIP (8 hours)
  • US $2,850 per group, additional US $300 per person after 6 guests - 8-10 Hour trolling only trip (8 hours)
  • US $3,200 per group, additional US $325 per person after 6 guests - 10 HOUR TRIP (10 hours)
  • US $3,700 per group, additional US $360 per person after 6 guests - 12 HOUR TRIP (12 hours)
  • US $4,500 per group, additional US $500 per person after 6 guests - Fad trolling trip (16 hours)

When you book a trip with Reel Legend Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Newly installed
  • Air Conditioning Keeps you nice and cool
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed Not as comfortable as your house I promise
  • Live Bait Well Stock it full for an action packed day
  • Multimedia System Bluetooth radio
  • Ice Box Can accommodate all the fish you catch
  • Radar

Trips booked with Reel Legend Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (We can catch our customer can buy)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We will clean and bag fish at no additional cost)
  • First Mate (Sean great guy been fishing 30 plus years)
  • Fishing License (We cover all license needed)

Reel Legend Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (We normally catch live bait but if the customer wants to buy starting June 1st the bait boat is out to buy from)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Reel Legend Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling

Top targeted fish species with Reel Legend Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Charter Operator

Reel Legend Fishing Charters
Destin, Florida, United States
2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
120 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2017
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.
The business started out for us as guest being taken out fishing on this very boat. Having a love for the ocean and fishing we decided one day to purchase this business. Having a love for providing a special experience for our guest and making memories is what we enjoy. Once you've fished in Destin you will be hooked! Just like we were. I would say my favorite species of fish is definently grouper, fun to fight and great to eat!!

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Bonito Bonito
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Boat specs

Morris Custom-built (Sportfishing) originally built in 1967. Powered by 2 300HP Cummins Diesel engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 21 knots.

Length
46 ft
Capacity
13 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
We normally catch live bait but if the customer wants to buy starting June 1st the bait boat is out to buy from
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling

Amenities

Toilet
Newly installed
Air Conditioning
Keeps you nice and cool
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Not as comfortable as your house I promise
Live Bait Well
Stock it full for an action packed day

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
We can catch our customer can buy
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We will clean and bag fish at no additional cost
First Mate
Sean great guy been fishing 30 plus years
Fishing License
We cover all license needed

Cancellation policy

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
We take all ages life jackets provided for 6 and u
You Keep Catch
We will clean and bag
Catch and Release Allowed
Allows you to just catch and throw fish back

Payment

Pay online in full

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

No additional fees.
Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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Recent fishing reports

Spring break special
Spring break special
March 7, 2024
Fishing is really good right now mingos and triggers are chewin
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 120 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (157)
Amazing fishing trip!
Amazing fishing trip!
Amazing fishing trip!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
87%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
86%
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Joseph C.
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5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip! Awesome captain and first mate!

VERIFIED   NEW  6 HOUR AM TRIP on March 1, 2024
We went on a 6 hr trip! Captain was awesome at putting us were the fish were. First mate was constantly on his feet helping...
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Andrea B.
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Great Day of Fishing

VERIFIED   4 hour trip - am on October 15, 2023
Highly recommend!! We were one of the few boats that went out in the 4ft choppy waves and the Reel Legend handled well with...
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Bob B.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half Day Trip

3/4 DAY TRIP on May 17, 2023
Everything was PERFECT from start to finish. We left on time. It was a beautiful day. The Captain and the First Mate were very...
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Corley F.
Excellent
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Birthday Trip 11/5/23

VERIFIED   5 hour afternoon Trip on November 5, 2023
Went out on a 5 hour trip. Caught a ton, brought home 98 including 3 Triggers and a large Lane’s Snapper. Also had one line...
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Brandon W.
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4 hour trip for Red Snapper

VERIFIED   4 hour pm trip on July 6, 2023
Perfect set up for our family of 5. It was our first Charter Fishing experience. We were worried about getting sick because...
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