Sarasota Reef Charters

Sarasota Reef Charters offers fishing charters and boat outings from the Sarasota and Siesta Key, Florida, area, with trips led by local Captain Nick and an experienced mate. The company focuses on safe, comfortable offshore fishing and customer satisfaction. Its four-hour charter travels up to 25 miles offshore, with fishing locations chosen according to the targeted catch. Captain Nick specializes in bottom fishing for Gulf favorites such as snapper and grouper, while other possible catches include amberjack, barracuda, king mackerel, and cobia.

Trips are priced at $700 for up to four anglers, with a customary 20% gratuity. The fee includes fishing equipment, state and federal licenses and permits, live bait, bottled water, and filleting and bagging of the catch. Charters use a 28-foot SeaFox 288 Commander equipped for offshore fishing, with sonar, radar, an autopilot, livewells, and safety and comfort amenities. The boat can carry up to 12 passengers, though fishing trips are limited to four anglers. Children must be at least 10 years old.