Reel Deal Charters - "Short Fuse"

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Welcome to Reel Deal Charters! Privately owned and operated by the Martone family - we are excited to take you on your next Panama City Beach fishing charter! For a great time catching Red Snapper, book with Reel Deal Charters. 2021 Red Snapper Season for Federal waters opens June 1 and closes Au...

Welcome to Reel Deal Charters! Privately owned and operated by the Martone family - we are excited to take you on your next Panama City Beach fishing charter! For a great time catching Red Snapper, book with Reel Deal Charters. 2021 Red Snapper Season for Federal waters opens June 1 and closes August 2nd.

Short Fuse is a 41' Egg Harbor Center Console recently added to the fleet. Fully restored in 2019 with up-to-date equipment (both navigation and mechanical) and modern comforts (including cabin with A/C and full head), this fishing machine is designed specifically for fishing the Federal waters of the Gulf of Mexico (more than 9 miles off the coast). Perfect for six anglers, it has all safety features, fish finding navigation, and an expert Captain at the helm.

Fishing the Gulf of Mexico gives us access to all sorts of fish species, and we're happy to guide you to the fish. As we go offshore we're able to target Mahi Mahi, Cobia, Amberjack, Grouper, Red Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Wahoo, and more! Any day that you and your family are in Panama City Beach is a great day to go fishing!

Reel Deal Charters specializes in bottom fishing and trolling trips for four, six, ten, or twelve hours! Whether you're a novice or skilled angler, we're happy to accommodate your needs.

The beauty of fishing the Gulf of Mexico is a must-see adventure! Let Captain Mark and Crew create the family fishing adventure you've been looking for! We provide your fishing licenses, rods, reels, bait, lures, and tackle. You'll want to bring food & drinks for the day, and dress comfortably for fishing and a day on the water (hat, polarized sunglasses, layered clothing). You can also bring a small cooler for your catch at the end of the trip!

Reel Deal Charters is a wonderful, family-owned Panama City Beach fishing charter. We care about our customers and aim to provide 100% customer satisfaction. Great for families looking for a day of fishing the Gulf of Mexico - book today!

Popular Features:

  • Fishing License Included
  • Toilet On Board
  • Air Conditioning
  • Children Welcome
  • Fishing Tackle Included
  • First Mate
  • Fishing Trips with Reel Deal Charters - "Short Fuse" start at: $200.00

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  • Your Captain will provide:

    • 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.

  • 3151 West 10th Street Panama City, FL

    • Amberjack
    • Lesser Amberjack
    • Cobia
    • Mahi Mahi
    • Red Grouper
    • King Mackerel
    • Black Seabass
    • Sharks
    • Mangrove Snapper
    • Red Snapper
    • Vermilion Snapper
    • Spanish Mackerel
    • Wahoo
    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)
Shared Trip

Shared Charter - 6-12 Hrs. Bottom/Trolling Message To Book!

$422.00

Price includes up to 1 guests

+$222.00 per additional guest, max 6 guests

6:00am - 12:00pm CST (6 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details
Price per person is $222 and up, depending on the length of your trip. This trip cannot be booked directly on line unless there is already a trip started. Please call or message for availabilty or to make a request. This shared trip will target whatever's in season that we can catch and bring home for dinner. We will also high speed troll, most likely, on the way to our first bottom spot. This is a shared trip and price will depend on getting 6 people to join. Please include flexible dates in case the trip you book does not make. Per Person: 6 hr $222, 8 hr $280, 10 hr $350, 12 hr $420. Subject to availability, but we will try to work a trip around your request. Depending on the length of your trip, departure times will vary. If it not Snapper season, it may not be as popular and easy to put together, but we will surely try!

Gilligan Special - 3 Hr Tour Trolling/Sunset (opt)/dolphins

$600.00

Price includes up to 6 guests

5:00pm - 8:00pm CST (3 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details
Trolling for Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Bonita, Ladyfish, and more through the St. Andrews Bay. You're sure to experience an incredible St. Andrews Bay Sunset and maybe see some dolphins along the way! The trip time may also be adjusted to earlier if you wish, depending on other longer trips booked.

4 Hr Trolling The Gulf And/or The St. Andrews Bay

$800.00

Price includes up to 6 guests

2:00pm - 6:00pm CST (4 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details
The time of year will determine what's biting, but you can expect to hook up trolling for Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Bonita, Ladyfish, and more through the St. Andrews Bay. Departure time is flexible, but during Snapper season, it will likely be in the afternoon.

10 Hour Trip

$2,000.00

Price includes up to 6 guests

6:00am - 4:00pm CST (10 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Venture out into the Federal Waters of PCB, waters that experience minimal fishing pressure. Very few boats have access to these waters, allowing the gamefish to reach full maturity. Get ready to hook up on Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper, Grouper, Cobia, Wahoo, King Mackerel, and many more species throughout the year.

12 Hour Trip

$2,400.00

Price includes up to 6 guests

6:00am - 6:00pm CST (12 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Venture out into the Federal Waters of PCB, waters that experience minimal fishing pressure. Very few boats have access to these waters, allowing the gamefish to reach full maturity. Get ready to hook up on Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper, Grouper, Cobia, Wahoo, King Mackerel, and many more species throughout the year.

Shared Trip

6 Hr AFTERNOON Trip Sat. 6/15 SHARED

$444.00

Offered 06/15/24 - 06/15/24 Sat

Price includes up to 1 guests

+$222.00 per additional guest, max 4 guests

11:30pm - 5:30am CST (6 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Grab a spot on one of our limited split trips! This 6 hour trip includes bottom fishing and trolling. You'll target all the fish that are in season, with Snapper being the main goal. You'll also do some trolling during the day for Spanish and King Mackerel, Bonita and whatever else might be swimming around that may take a fancy, maybe a wahoo, cobia, or mahi. Usual departure time for this trip is 12:30 PM. SHARED TRIP and price is dependent on getting six guests. If all seats don’t book, you will be given the option of going at an adjusted rate but will not be obligated.
Shared Trip

10 Hour Snapper + Shared Trolling/Bottom- June 6th

$350.00

Offered 06/06/25 - 06/06/25 Thur

Price includes up to 2 guests

6:00am - 4:00pm CST (10 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Grab a spot on one of our limited split trips! This 10-hour trip includes bottom fishing and trolling. You'll target all the fish that are in season, with Snapper and Grouper being the main goal. You'll also do some trolling during the day for Spanish and King Mackerel, Wahoo, Cobia, Mahi Mahi, and Bonita. Usual departure time is 6:00a.m. SHARED TRIP and price is dependent on getting six guests. If all seats don’t book, you will be given the option of going at an adjusted rate but will not be obligated.

6 HR Seasonal Spin

$1,170.00

Offered 08/28/24 - 05/31/25

Price includes up to 6 guests

6:00am - 12:00pm CST (6 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Our 6hr trip is where the fun really starts! Season dependent you'll be hooking up on Red Snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish, Kingfish, and so much more. Start time can be flexible.

6 HR Seasonal Spin- Afternoon

$1,170.00

Offered 08/28/24 - 05/31/25

Price includes up to 6 guests

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

This 6-hour trip is bottom fishing. We target all the fish that are in season – various Snapper and Grouper species, as well as other bottom dwellers. The usual departure time is 12–2 P.M. (Depending on morning trip arrival if applicable).

6 HR Trip- Red Snapper Express 101 AM

$1,200.00

Offered 06/02/24 - 08/27/24

Price includes up to 6 guests

6:00am - 12:00pm CST (6 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

On this trip, you'll target delicious Red Snapper, while in season, from June 1–August 27! Catch your 2 Snappers, then target other fish that are in season. We'll high-speed troll on the way out and most likely on the return trip.

6 Hr Red Snapper Express 101 PM

$1,200.00

Offered 05/31/24 - 08/27/24

Price includes up to 6 guests

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

On this trip, you'll target delicious Red Snapper, while in season, from June 1–July 31! Catch your 2 Snappers, then target other fish that are in season. We'll high-speed troll on the way out and most likely on the return trip. Snapper season reopens in the fall so be sure to ask about booking your fall Snapper trip in State waters only. Departure time is dependent on AM trips booked. Flexible 10 am-2 pm

8 HR Snapper Plus

$1,600.00

Offered 06/02/25 - 08/27/25

Price includes up to 6 guests

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

Get ready to hook up on Red Snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish, Amberjack, King Mackerel, and many more exciting species! Seasonality will determine what you're fishing for and what you're able to bring back in the ice box... Legal fish are heading home with you!
Customer Reviews
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Split Trip
The trip was great. Richard, the deckmate was absolutely wonderful. Worked hard to keep us going. Everyone was wonderful. Coming back soon.
The trip was great. Richard, the deckmate was absolutely wonderful. Worked hard to keep us going. Everyone was wonderful. Coming back soon.
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We had a Great Time!
These Guys work their butts off to make sure your catching fish. We had a blast, Can't wait to do it again.
These Guys work their butts off to make sure your catching fish. We had a blast, Can't wait to do it again.
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Great trip!
My kids had the fishing trip of a lifetime. The entire staff was wonderful to work with! Sam was wonderful to work with. Great captain and deckhand. Will be using them for the next trip!! See ya next year!
My kids had the fishing trip of a lifetime. The entire staff was wonderful to work with! Sam was wonderful to work with. Great captain and deckhand. Will be using them for the next trip!! See ya next year!
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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
  • Radar
  • Price Includes

  • Fishing License
  • Fresh Or Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Rods Reels Terminal Tackle
  • First Mate

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