Reel Lucky Fishing Charters
St. Petersburg FL
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Reel Lucky Fishing Charters
5 14 reviews
St. Petersburg FL
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Joseph DePhillips
Identity VerifiedJoseph DePhillips, Captain at Reel Lucky Fishing Charters
Embark on an unparalleled offshore fishing adventure with Reel Lucky Fishing Charters! Captain Joseph, a seasoned angler with a lifelong passion for fishing passed down from his father, leads the way. With decades of guiding experience under his belt, he's a treasure trove of knowledge. Our charter holds federal permits, allowing us to venture beyond the 9-mile mark into federal waters, where the colossal catches await.
Our vessel, a 35' Marlago by Jefferson Yachts, draws inspiration from the iconic 33' Cigarette wide body crafted by the legendary Don Aranow. It boasts a pad hull and a step transom, ensuring a swift, comfortable, and stylish offshore journey. The boat is equipped with state-of-the-art Garmin and Simrad electronics, featuring satellite radio, satellite weather updates, a 14-speaker stereo system powered by an 860-watt 5-channel amplifier, Bluetooth connectivity, fish mapping capabilities, radar autopilot, and more.
Accommodating up to six guests, our vessel ensures a comfortable experience. Additional amenities include a freshwater shower, saltwater washdown, and a spacious swimming platform with a convenient ladder for easy access to and from the water.
June and July mark the prime season for Red Snapper and the beginning of Gag Grouper's emergence. It's the most sought-after time for offshore fishing enthusiasts. Once you've reached your Red Snapper and Grouper limits, you can shift your focus to trolling for pelagic species such as Blackfin Tuna, Wahoo, and even Sailfish. Alternatively, explore wrecks and offshore freshwater springs for a chance to reel in remarkable catches like massive Amberjack, Goliath Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Yellow Tail Snapper, African Pompano, Barracuda, Sharks, Wahoo, and a variety of exotic fish.
Secure your spot with Reel Lucky Fishing Charters today, and set your sights on landing the trophy fish of a lifetime!
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Expertise & Attributes
fishing
Master Guide
Technical Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
Good with Large Groups
Good with New Anglers
Good with Families
Good with Kids
Nature / Wildlife Views
Saltwater Fishing
Live BaitFishing Techniques
What's Included
Keep your Catch
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License
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Nature / Wildlife Views
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Cancellation Policy
When you book your fishing trip, you will need to first put down a deposit to hold the reservation.
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What's Included
Keep your Catch
This guide offers trips that you are able to take home your catch.
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Good to Knows
Your Guide has some important details about your trip with them.
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License
Read about the licensing details that is / is not covered in the below trips.
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Nature / Wildlife Views
This guide offers trips with nature and wildlife views.
Cancellation Policy
When you book your fishing trip, you will need to first put down a deposit to hold the reservation.
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Trips Available with Reel Lucky Fishing Charters
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Fishing - Wrecks
Reel Lucky35'Jefferson Yachts Max 6 guests (base trip price includes 6 guests)
St Petersburg Deep Sea Fishing | Reef & Wreck Fishing
Full Day Trip
Maximum 6 persons allowed (base trip price includes 6 guests)
8 Hours
6:45 AMFull Day Trip
Maximum 6 persons allowed (base trip price includes 6 guests)
10 Hours6:45 AMPick Your Date
Top-RatedInstant BookingFishing - InshoreReel Lucky Too25'C Hawk Max 6 guests (base trip price includes 6 guests)
St Petersburg Charter Fishing | 6 & 8 Hour Inshore Fishing on Reel Lucky Too
Morning Trip
Maximum 6 persons allowed (base trip price includes 6 guests)
6 Hours7:30 AMFull Day Trip
Maximum 6 persons allowed (base trip price includes 6 guests)
8 Hours7:30 AMPick Your Date
Top-RatedInstant Booking
Tour - Combo of Land & SeaSt Petersburg Boat Tours & Sunset Shelling
Evening Trip
Maximum 4 persons allowed (base trip price includes 4 guests)
0 Day6:00 PMPick Your Date
Top-RatedInstant BookingFishing - InshoreReel Lucky Too25'C Hawk Max 6 guests (base trip price includes 6 guests)
St Petersburg Fishing Charters | 4 Hour Inshore Fishing On Reel Lucky Too
Morning Trip
Maximum 6 persons allowed (base trip price includes 6 guests)
4 Hours7:30 AMPick Your Date
Vehicles
Reel Lucky
Boat Type:
Boat Guest Capacity:
6
Boat Length:
35 ft
Manufacturer Name:
Jefferson Yachts
Model Year:
1995
Engine Manufacturer Name:
Suzuki
# of Engines:
2
Horsepower Per Engine:
300
Maximum Cruising Speed:
45
Features: Bait Tank Ice-Box Multimedia System Fish Finder GPS Radar VHF Radio
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Hop aboard our Jefferson Yachts Marlago (Center console) originally built in 1995, and restored in 2019. Powered by 2 300HP Suzuki engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 45 knots to get us offshore in no time!
Reel Lucky Too
Boat Type:
Boat Guest Capacity:
6
Boat Length:
25 ft
Manufacturer Name:
C Hawk
Model Year:
2019
Engine Manufacturer Name:
Suzuki
# of Engines:
1
Horsepower Per Engine:
250
Maximum Cruising Speed:
35
Features: Bait Tank Ice-Box Fish Finder GPS Radar
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Custom C Hawk, center console, originally built in 2019. Powered by a 250HP 2019 Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots for all our inshore and nearshore adventures
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Reel Lucky
Boat Type:
Boat Guest Capacity:
6
Boat Length:
35 ft
Vehicle Details
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Reel Lucky Too
Boat Type:
Boat Guest Capacity:
6
Boat Length:
25 ft
Vehicle Details
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The Red Grouper Bite is Sizzling
The bite in the Gulf of Mexico has been absolutely electric this week! We’ve been seeing consistent action in the 60 to 90-foot range, where the offshore ledges are currently stacked with hungry predators. Water temperatures are sitting in that "sweet spot," driving high activity levels for both bottom dwellers and pelagic roamers. Trophy Grouper and Heavy Snapper Hauls Our recent private deep sea fishing charters in St. Petersburg, FL have been coming back to the docks with some impressive coolers. The Red Grouper bite is the headline story right now; we’ve been finding the "big boys" on hard-bottom relief and small rock piles. Using live pinfish and large frozen sardines has been the ticket to pulling these trophies out of their holes. Alongside the grouper, the Lane Snapper and Mangrove Snapper are thick. We are seeing some of the largest "Mangos" of the season, with many fish pushing the 5-pound mark. These fish are being caught on lighter fluorocarbon leaders, which is a key trick Captain Joseph uses to outsmart these wary eaters. Surface Action and Pelagic Visitors While the bottom bite is reliable, don't ignore the surface! We’ve had several encounters with King Mackerel "sky-rocketing" on our flat lines while we're bottom fishing. There have also been reports of Mahi Mahi starting to show up around floating debris as the currents shift. If you’re looking for a workout, the Amberjack are out in force on the deep-water wrecks, providing the ultimate test for any angler's strength. The bite is moving fast and the calendar is filling up! Book your fishing trip today with Reel Lucky Fishing Charters to get in on this incredible St. Pete action.
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8hr Reef and Wreck Offshore
Autumn has arrived, bringing lower water temperatures and prompting fish to move closer to shore. It's hogfish season, and various other species like snapper, grouper, mackerel, kingfish, Blackfin, Hogfish, cobia, and greater Amberjack, are also abundant. This time of year, with its cool weather, is my preferred season for filling a cooler with a diverse catch.
Ratings & Reviews Summary
February 5, 2026
We took a four hour fishing charter last week with Reel lucky fishing charter. These guys were the best of the best. My Dad is on oxygen, we were worried about him getting on and off the boat. These gentlemen went out of their way for him. We all had such a good time. They are down to earth and you definitely learn alot on your charter. I will definitely be doing another charter with them, and highly recommend them. We had the best time.
February 5, 2026
Had a great experience with this crew! Out of the handful of charters I’ve gotten to go on this was by far the best! Captain Joe and Jonathan were incredibly knowledge of the area and had us pulling fish nearly every drop. I would 100% recommend this charter to everybody and will likely book again if I’m ever back in the area
February 5, 2026
We had an absolutely unforgettable day on the water with Captain Joseph and First Mate Jonathan! While the blackfin tuna weren’t biting, these guys didn’t miss a beat. Their ability to pivot and put us on an incredible variety of fish was seriously impressive—we hooked into powerful amberjack, beautiful Bonita, a monster mangrove snapper, a massive dusky shark, and limited out on giant red snapper! Captain Joseph’s knowledge and Jonathan’s hustle made the whole experience fun, smooth, and exciting from start to finish. And we can’t forget their awesome boat dogs, Batman and Bandit—they made the trip even more fun! It’s important to remember that fishing is unpredictable, but with a crew like this, you’re guaranteed an amazing day. Highly recommend—we’ll definitely be back!
February 5, 2026
Did inshore trip with Captain Joe and Offshore trip 3 days later. Continuous action on both trips. This boat likes to catch fish!
February 5, 2026
Great day fishing. Caught a crazy amount of fish. The boat was clean and crew performed great.
February 5, 2026
Been fishing with Reel Lucky for 10 Years! Always consistent and always sent home with lots of fish for weeks! The fun is in the trip! Genuine, professional, knowledgeable and experienced Captain with mates of the same. I bring friends and family when they visit from out of state and always ask to go again. Whether on-shore or off shore, the best! Don’t hesitate to book with Reel Lucky!
