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Charlton's Reef Charters

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5108 West Gandy Boulevard Tampa, FL

Inshore and near offshore fishing aboard my 20 foot Mako center console, for one to three people for Snook, Trout, Redfish, Cobia, Shark, Tarpon, Gag Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, and many others. Charlton Reef Charters offers the best Tampa fishing charter for your group of three! For almost 40 yea...

Inshore and near offshore fishing aboard my 20 foot Mako center console, for one to three people for Snook, Trout, Redfish, Cobia, Shark, Tarpon, Gag Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, and many others. Charlton Reef Charters offers the best Tampa fishing charter for your group of three! For almost 40 years Captain Tom Charlton has fished Tampa Bay, and knows the perfect spots for your trip! He’s personally endured good weather (and sunburns) and bad weather (storms and fierce winds) to know exactly when, where, and how to put you on the fish! Book your Charlton Reef Charters fishing trip today and learn his secrets (without having to endure the sunburns and storms!) Charlton Reef Charters offers full-service, premiere Tampa Bay fishing charters seven days a week; weather permitting. Captain Tom is a Coast Guard licensed, CPR-Trained, Licensed by the FWC (Florida Wildlife Commission), and Insured Captain in the Tampa area. His permits are good for three anglers aboard his 20ft Mako Center Console; and insurance covers all passengers. For your Tampa fishing trip, we can go bottom fishing, drift fishing, spinning, deep sea fishing, or fishing with light tackle. And don’t worry if you’re new to the hobby; Captain Tom is happy to teach you the tips of the trade. Sharing his love for fishing is one of the perks of being a Tampa Bay Charter Captain! All fishing tackle, bait, and ice is provided in the cost of the trip. Charlton Reef Charters also cleans and bags your catch. You are welcome to bring your own favorite drinks and food. Also be sure to wear a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and rain jacket during certain seasons. Feel free to ask Captain Tom before the trip what you should consider packing. Your inshore or offshore Tampa fishing adventure is just a click away! Book now with Charlton Reef Charters and let’s go fishing!

Popular Features:

  • Fishing License Included
  • Fish Cleaning Included
  • Children Welcome
  • Fishing Tackle Included

  • Fishing Trips with Charlton's Reef Charters start at: $400.00

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  • Your Captain will provide:

    • Catch Cleaning & Filleting
    • Fishing License
    • Fresh or Live Bait
    • Lures
    • Rods Reels Terminal Tackle

    You’ll need to bring drinks (no glass bottles), snacks, weather appropriate clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.

  • Weather cancellations are at your Captain’s discretion, your safety is their number one priority! You will receive a refund for any weather cancellation, or you can choose to reschedule your trip for a different date.

  • 5108 West Gandy Boulevard Tampa, FL

    • Cobia
    • Gag Grouper
    • Redfish
    • Black Seabass
    • Sheepshead
    • Mangrove Snapper
    • Snook
    Your Captain will have you targeting the species biting most frequently on the days leading up to your trip!

Trips:

You will have the opportunity to select backup dates in checkout (if applicable)

Half Day Trip (PM)

$500.00

Price includes up to 2 guests

+$100.00 per additional guest, max 4 guests

2:00pm - 6:00pm EST (4 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Depart around 3 p.m. and choose between hitting the shallow flats or fishing the famous Tampa Bay. The captain will provide you with licenses for the day as well as all the necessary fishing equipment.

Full Day Trip

$900.00

Price includes up to 2 guests

+$100.00 per additional guest, max 4 guests

8:00am - 4:00pm EST (8 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

More time on the water means time to catch trophy fish! Go for flats fishing for Snook and Redfish or deep water for Grouper and Snapper. To do both you'll need a full day! The opportunities are as exciting as they can possibly be!

Beginner's Fishing Trip

$400.00

Price includes up to 2 guests

+$50.00 per additional guest, max 4 guests

8:00am - 11:00am EST (3 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

This quick, kid friendly trip will have you fishing for Snook, Trout, Redfish, and potentially Grouper using light tackle. A fishing license and all of the fishing equipment will be provided for you!

Half Day Trip (AM)

$500.00

Price includes up to 2 guests

+$100.00 per additional guest, max 4 guests

8:00am - 12:00pm EST (4 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Open for fishing! Book this trip and get a chance to go inshore, flats or deep water fishing. You will spend 4 hours enjoying Tampa Bay with Capt. Tom! Fishing gear and licenses are included. Please, have in mind that flip-flops are not allowed.

3/4 Day Trip

$700.00

Price includes up to 2 guests

+$100.00 per additional guest, max 4 guests

8:00am - 2:00pm EST (6 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Open for fishing! Full Day sounds like a too long trip and Half Day is too short? This is 6-hour inshore, flats, or deep water fishing trip which will suit your needs. Don't worry, everything will be prepared by your Captain for a great adventure, including fishing gear and licenses! Just please, have in mind that flip-flops are not allowed aboard.
Customer Reviews
Average Review
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Half Day Trip (AM)
As a fisherman, I know that the catching part of the fishing relies on a number of factors. The negative factors were in play when my son-in-law and grandson went fishing for Mango Snappers in September 2021 with Captain Charlton, including how we were holding our mouths while fishing.(That’s an oldy but goodie) My point! It was a great day of fishing. Captain Charlton was determined to get us on the fish. I know my back couldn’t have outlasted the number of times he raised the anchor to move us into position. Alas! It was not to be. But that fact will not keep me from coming back. His professional and genuine interest in his charges were outstanding. His knowledge of the area and the fishing possibilities we excellent. The inability of matching school and work schedules made it impossible to schedule another outing with the Captain during the remaining time I was in Florida. Next Time! Lord willing and global warming want flood downtown Tampa.
As a fisherman, I know that the catching part of the fishing relies on a number of factors. The negative factors were in play when my son-in-law and grandson went fishing for Mango Snappers in September 2021 with Captain Charlton, including how we were holding our mouths while fishing.(That’s an oldy but goodie) My point! It was a great day of fishing. Captain Charlton was determined to get us on the fish. I know my back couldn’t have outlasted the number of times he raised the anchor to move us into position. Alas! It was not to be. But that fact will not keep me from coming back. His professional and genuine interest in his charges were outstanding. His knowledge of the area and the fishing possibilities we excellent. The inability of matching school and work schedules made it impossible to schedule another outing with the Captain during the remaining time I was in Florida. Next Time! Lord willing and global warming want flood downtown Tampa.
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Beginner 3 Hour Tour
Captain Tom was fantastic and very professional. Arrive exactly on time, promptly responded to questions and seemingly enjoyed the outdoors. While we only landed 2 smaller fish, the Captain did take us to where the fish were as there were schools all around us, just being more fickle this morning. Would most definitely come use the Captain again. Also very happy that his Mako boat led to very smooth sailing around the bay as we went from spot to spot. A fun morning before I hopped on my flight out.
Captain Tom was fantastic and very professional. Arrive exactly on time, promptly responded to questions and seemingly enjoyed the outdoors. While we only landed 2 smaller fish, the Captain did take us to where the fish were as there were schools all around us, just being more fickle this morning. Would most definitely come use the Captain again. Also very happy that his Mako boat led to very smooth sailing around the bay as we went from spot to spot. A fun morning before I hopped on my flight out.
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Half Day Trip (AM)
Awesome experience! Very engaging captain, such a good time and even better fishing! Would and probably will do again!
Awesome experience! Very engaging captain, such a good time and even better fishing! Would and probably will do again!
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Additional Features:

  • Saftey Equipment

  • Life Jackets
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • First-aid Equipment
  • Cpr-trained Crew
  • Flares
  • Vhf Radio

  • Navigation

  • Gps
  • Fish Finder

  • Price Includes

  • Catch Cleaning & Filleting
  • Fishing License
  • Fresh Or Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Rods Reels Terminal Tackle

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