Reel Rich Fishing Charters is run by Capt Rich Damianos, a Florida Friendly certified fishing guide and USCG-licensed Master. Inshore trips run 4, 6 or 8 hours from Safe Harbor Burnt Store Marina, 3192 Matecumbe Key Rd, Punta Gorda. Rates start at $625 for 3 anglers with room for up to 5, and everything is included, even your fishing license.
Inshore Fishing Charter Punta Gorda
Fish the protected water of Charlotte Harbor, Matlacha Pass and Gasparilla Sound, with Boca Grande Pass and Pine Island Sound in our backyard. We target the best action available that day.
Book a trip online. Questions? Call 941-621-9996, text 607-327-0221.
Inshore rates by group size
Rates include up to 3 anglers; add $50 per extra angler, five anglers max.
- Kids: Kids count toward the angler limit. Kids 8 and under are not charged when they are the add-on passenger in a package.
- What we catch: snook, redfish, tarpon, spotted seatrout, sheepshead, black drum, mangrove snapper, pompano, Spanish mackerel, cobia, flounder, shark and more, depending on the season.
- Included: all tackle, bait, ice, water and fishing licenses.
Book online for 4-, 6- and 8-hour inshore trips, with 3, 4 or 5 anglers. Questions? Call Capt Rich at 941-621-9996 or text 607-327-0221.
What Our Anglers Say
5.0 stars from 147 FB reviews, 28 Google reviews and 11 TripAdvisor reviews.
"The knowledge and experience that Reel Rich provides is unparalleled. He knows how to put you on fish and will keep the rods bent all day. I’ve done other charters up and down SWFL and Rich is the best! Will be booking again."
"Rich is a great guide. It’s obvious he knows where the fish are by the number of fish we caught. My 15 year old daughter didn’t want to go but said the trip with Rich was the best thing we did all week. We all had a blast!! Looking forward to fishing with Rich next year. Highly recommended!"
"I have been on several guided fishing trips…Rich is very knowledgeable and will work hard to put you on the fish….we had less than ideal conditions but Rich made sure we all caught several fish….even a couple Rod benders. Extremely clean boat and all gear was in excellent condition…..definitely highly recommend this guide service…"
Redfish & Snook Special
This trip is for anglers who want a shot at a trophy redfish or snook. We spend the day on the shallow flats and mangrove edges where the big ones live. All catch-and-release.
- Length: 6 hours, 7:30 am–1:30 pm
- Price: $975
- Anglers: up to 4; the price covers all of them
- Kids: Kids count toward the 4-angler max. Kids 8 and under are not charged when they are the add-on passenger in a package.
- Included: all tackle, bait, ice, water and fishing licenses
- Season: Snook fishing is best from mid-March through November, with May and June the peak.
Tarpon Charters — April 1 to June 30
Live-bait tarpon fishing in Boca Grande and Charlotte Harbor during the spring migration.
Tarpon dates are limited and booked by request. Request your tarpon date with the form below. Prefer to talk? Call 941-621-9996 or text 607-327-0221. Each trip includes 20 live crabs.
Booking & payment policies
Booking
Inshore trips (4, 6 or 8 hours) and the Redfish & Snook Special can be booked online. Tarpon trips are by request: use the Tarpon Request form. Prefer to talk? Call 941-621-9996 or text 607-327-0221. We hold a card when you book. Nothing is due up front.
Payment
Pay at the dock when your trip is over. Listed prices are the card price. We take cash or any major card, and cash gets 3% off. We don't take checks.
Cancellations
Free cancellation up to 7 days before your trip. Cancellations within 7 days, and no-shows, are charged the full trip price.
Weather
Safety comes first. If I cancel for weather, we'll rebook your trip or you won't be charged. Your choice.
Kids
Kids count toward the passenger/angler limit on every trip. Kids 8 and under are not charged when they are the add-on passenger in a package.
Gratuity
Tipping is a traditional practice in the sport fishing industry, especially on a full-service charter where everything is included. If you get excellent service, good fishing, a clean boat, awesome equipment, your fish filleted and bagged, and a great overall experience, your tip will be appreciated.
Questions? See the FAQ or call 941-621-9996, text 607-327-0221.
Rates & booking questions
What does a Punta Gorda fishing charter cost?
Inshore trips are priced for 3 anglers, with room for up to 5 (add $50 per extra angler). A 4-hour trip is $625 for 3 anglers, $675 for 4 and $725 for 5. A 6-hour trip is $900 / $950 / $1,000, and an 8-hour trip is $1,200 / $1,250 / $1,300.
What's included?
Everything is included: rods, reels, tackle, bait, ice, water and your fishing license. Just bring sunscreen, a hat, polarized sunglasses, and snacks and drinks (cans only, no glass).
How many anglers can come?
I book inshore trips for up to 5 anglers, and kids count toward the limit. Legally I can carry up to 6 passengers, but the boat fishes very tight with 6 adults. If your group includes kids, I may be able to make room for a 6th, so ask me.
What's your cancellation and payment policy?
Cancel free up to 7 days before your trip. Cancellations within 7 days, and no-shows, are charged the full trip price. Nothing is due up front: your card only holds your reservation. Pay when your trip is over, with cash or any major card. Cash gets 3% off. We don't take checks.