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Elizabeth Wade
Elizabeth Wade
us
Virginia, US
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Member since 2025
5.0
Verified

Absolutely Amazing

Full Day4 adults2 children

We went out as a family and all I have to say is Captain Rich was beyond amazing. Our two boys that have never done anything like this 8 and 9 years old. We caught lots and lots of fish. We seen pods of dolphins and even seen a sea turtle! Captain Rich was so patient with the boys, he helped with everything! We will be returning next year and hopefully making this a yearly vacation tradition!

Reported Catch
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Grunt
Grunt
Reef Relief Charters

Reef Relief Charters

St. Petersburg
Instant Confirmation
Free cancellation
Trips from
US $600

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Reef Relief Charters
Reef Relief Charters
Federally permitted
4.8
(330)
25 ft
Group size 1 - 6
1 - 6
Fish 1
Fish 2
+10
4 hour trip • 6 persons
US $600

Rating

4.8
330 reviews
4.7
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

  • 95%
    Great experience
  • 96%
    Family friendly
  • 99%
    Friendly captain
  • 99%
    Good boat
  • 97%
    Recommended
  • 91%
    Caught fish

All reviews (330)

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  • Volodymyr Martynson
    Volodymyr Martynson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
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    Member since 2021
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great !!

    Extended Day • 5 adults

    Awesome offshore trip and a great captain! We caught some really nice fish and had a blast. One suggestion for the future: it would be great to use a heavier leader and stronger tackle for the bigger fish, especially cobia. We had several cobia right next to the boat, but every one of them broke off before we could land it. That hurt 😂 And one more small thing — please fix the toilet flush 😅 Going overboard is definitely an experience, but not everyone wants that kind of adventure! Other than that, we had a great time, caught some beautiful fish, and would definitely recommend the trip. Thanks again! 🎣

    Reported Catch
    Red Grouper
    Grunt
    Lane Snapper
  • Brian Goode
    Brian Goode
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
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    Member since 2023
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Fishing Experience We've Ever Had

    6 Hour Trip • 4 adults • 2 children

    We've been vacationing in the St. Petersburg area for over 20 years. In that time we have done numerous fishing charters, including the local "party boats" and other private charters. Captain Rich and Reef Relief Charters was by far the most pleasurable experience we have had in all this time. Captain Rich was personable, honest, flexible, easy to talk to, and truly cares about his craft. All the attributes you want when you place trust in someone to take you and your family out in the open water. Not only was his character impeccable, but also the fishing was phenomenal as well. We went out on a 6 hour offshore charter. It was my 8 year old daughter's first charter experience. Not only did Captain Rich help her catch a monster red grouper, he also was attentive to everyone in the family making it easy to fill our cooler with fish. Over all, a completely phenomenal day. If only there were more people in the world dedicated to their profession like Captain Rich.

    Reported Catch
    Red Grouper
    Vermilion Snapper
    Grunt
    Lane Snapper
    +1
  • Joseph Eckenroth
    Joseph Eckenroth
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
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    Member since 2026
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    overall a great trip.

    Half Day Trip • 5 adults

    overall we had a great trip. caught about 45 fish total. unfortunately no keepers, but thats the game you play. we were in pretty constant action from the time we git there till we headed back in. i would recomend for anyone.

    Reported Catch
    Grunt
  • Geoff Malicoat
    Geoff Malicoat
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Gulf smackdown

    6 Hour Trip • 4 adults

    10/10 highly recommend. I have been on charters from Iceland to Rhode Island to Puget Sound and this was one of my favorites. We had 4 guys with a couple experienced anglers and two newbies. The captain took us out 20 miles and we were on fish the entire time. The captain kept moving to keep us on active fish. We caught keeper hogfish and other reef fish and some nice grouper (we released safely). The captain cleaned and bagged our fish and taught us a ton about fishing tactics in the Gulf. I can’t wait to get out on this boat again next month.

    Reported Catch
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Red Grouper
    Hogfish
    Scup (Porgy)
    +2
  • Alesha Oster
    Alesha Oster
    us
    North Dakota, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip with Dave!

    Half Day Trip - 12:30 PM • 4 adults • 2 children

    We had a great afternoon fishing woth Captain Dave! we caught a variety of fish, saw dolphins and sea turtles. He was knowledgeable and super easy going and professional. Cleaned the fish for us and gave us recommendations on cooking or a local restaurant that will cook your catch for you! great worh our kids! definitely recommend

    Reported Catch
    Scup (Porgy)
    Lane Snapper
    Grunt