Captain
Dmitri Stefaniwsky

Member since November 2019 St. Petersburg, United States
Background
Captain Dmitri Stefaniwsky has been fishing the waters in St. Petersburg, Florida for over 20 years. Last year, he decided to turn his passion into a career and become a chartered captain. His favorite part of the job is showing novice anglers the ropes, and helping more experienced anglers hook their dream catch. A true local, he knows all the inshore fishing grounds and backcountry spots. Sharpen your skills and hook plenty of tasty fish with Bay Reef Fishing Charters!

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St. Petersburg, United States
Background
Captain Dmitri Stefaniwsky has been fishing the waters in St. Petersburg, Florida for over 20 years. Last year, he decided to turn his passion into a career and become a chartered captain. His favorite part of the job is showing novice anglers the ropes, and helping more experienced anglers hook their dream catch. A true local, he knows all the inshore fishing grounds and backcountry spots. Sharpen your skills and hook plenty of tasty fish with Bay Reef Fishing Charters!
Anglers Choice
227
Reviews
5
Fishing Reports
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Bay Reef Fishing Charters

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(227 reviews)
Angler's choice
St. Petersburg
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Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 227 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (214)
Fishing inshore And offshore
Perfect Sunset Fishing Trip
Perfect Sunset Fishing Trip
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Angler rating
213
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Tommy L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect Sunset Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   Sunset 2hr on October 22, 2025
We had an amazing time witn Captain D.  Even though several folks in our group had never fished before, he was very parient...
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Nathan W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Thank you, Bay Reef!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 31, 2026
We had a great experience with Capt.  Dimitri….  he kept us on the fish and helped ua have a great time!
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Ashley B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on August 4, 2025
Captain Dmitri was awesome! Took us to catch multiple types of fish and helped all of my kids bait cast and hold their catches....
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Evgeniya G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

We had a greate experience

VERIFIED   Sunset 2hr on August 3, 2025
It was our first experience with boat fishing.  And we were so excited. My kids had wonderful time. The Capitan Dmitri...
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Steve Z.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Captain Dmitri knows his stuff!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 9, 2026
Dmitir knew where to go and what to do to catch fish in St Pete!
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