Captain
Tony Varano

Member since May 2015 New Smyrna Beach, United States
Background
Born and raised in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, Captain Tony has only ever known fishing. He feels that it was inevitable that, in this fishing town, he would become a captain. He's now accrued over 25 years of experience and enjoys sharing his passion with every guest. He's proud that his boat enables him to operate more efficiently on the waters than some of the bigger sportfishing boats, providing more quality time on the water for customers.

Hey, I'm Captain Tony Varano

New Smyrna Beach, United States
Background
Born and raised in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, Captain Tony has only ever known fishing. He feels that it was inevitable that, in this fishing town, he would become a captain. He's now accrued over 25 years of experience and enjoys sharing his passion with every guest. He's proud that his boat enables him to operate more efficiently on the waters than some of the bigger sportfishing boats, providing more quality time on the water for customers.
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My Charter Listings

Reel Compulsive Fishing Charters

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(266 reviews)
New Smyrna Beach
Trips from US $1,000

Reel Compulsive Charters โ€“ 22' Inshore Boat

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(13 reviews)
New Smyrna Beach
Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 279 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (360)
Best fishing trip ever!
Arms sore from catching fish all day
Arms sore from catching fish all day
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
85%
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Maury N.
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

July 6, 2016 Reel Compulsive Fishing

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Bridge (PM) on July 6, 2016
We had a great time.ย  Captain Tony was a very nice and attentive captain.ย  We kept him working.ย  Good price for the charter,...
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John K.
Albany, GA
Very good
3.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Good
3.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
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September fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ River (AM) on September 17, 2018
John K. recommends Reel Compulsive Fishing Charters
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Corey J.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   May 18, 2024
The charter operator canceled 10 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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John J.
Jacksonville, FL
Bad
2.0 / 5
Experience:
Bad
2.0 / 5
Boat
Bad
2.0 / 5
Crew
Bad
2.0 / 5
Overall

Eight hour trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Sportfishing Trip on August 1, 2021
Paid 1300.00 dollars for a boat ride. Caught no keeper fish, advertised had air conditioning. Did not work, no running water...
John J. does not recommend Reel Compulsive Fishing Charters
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Aaron S.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   April 27, 2024
The charter operator canceled 19 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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