Reel Addiction Charter Fishing
Reel Addiction Charter Fishing
Reel Addiction Charter Fishing
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Come discover Bermuda’s deep sea action on Reel Addiction! We offer 4, 6 and 8 hour trips. All trips include all bait and tackle, drinks as well as pick up time and location of your choice.
Somerset Village, Bermuda
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Colin L
1 contribution
Jun 2024 • Family
Great day with Capt. Cragin and Bruce. 2 yellowfins, solid Wahoo, solid blackfin, 3 almaco jacks, and a yellowtail snapper.
They worked hard to put us on fish and were never satisfied with just a few. Really patient and taught us a lot. Highly recommend if you want to catch fish and enjoy your time while doing it.
Have been on a lot of charters in many different cities and these guys are up there with the best based on my experiences.
They worked hard to put us on fish and were never satisfied with just a few. Really patient and taught us a lot. Highly recommend if you want to catch fish and enjoy your time while doing it.
Have been on a lot of charters in many different cities and these guys are up there with the best based on my experiences.
Written June 6, 2024
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Dean Black
Rose Hall, Jamaica16 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
My wife and I had a couple of great days on the water with Captain Cragin. Even though the weather wasn’t cooperative he has the knowledge and experience to put you on fish! I highly recommend Reel Addiction if you want to catch fish!
Written June 11, 2023
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marlin199
Burlington, Canada14 contributions
Jul 2014 • Business
I first met Capt. Curly in Bermuda in 1993. At the time I was living and working in Bermuda and a work colleague asked me if I was interested in going fishing with his friend who was a commercial fisherman. A little while into our trip we hooked and I landed a 55lb yellow fin tuna...and I've been hooked on saltwater fishing every since that day. There were many more fantastically successful trips with Curly over the next 7 years while I lived there. The locals will tell you that as long as the fish are biting, "Curly always finds the fish". He knows these waters like very few other Bermudians, and simply put, he is one of the very best fishermen on the island. Curly has a great sense of humor, but when it comes to fishing, he takes it very seriously. He's not afraid to try different tactics, different presentations, positioning, whatever it takes...you will see Curly and his mate are constantly working to find the right combination on each trip. If the fish are biting at all, he will find them for you.
I will outline now a trip my wife and I took in April 0f 2012. It was April 18th, and the wahoo season was just barely starting in Bermuda with a few caught in the previous days. We trolled the inshore waters then turned towards the offshore banks. It wasn't long before the furthest back rig started screaming with the line ripping off the reel. My guess is I've landed well over 100 wahoo in Bermuda, but this one was clearly different. I prefer to stand while fishing these fish, but Curly told me this one was headed for the USA so I might as well sit down in the chair. After several line peeling runs, and some hard work, the fish was finally close enough for the captain to see from the tower and when I looked back and up to him, I saw the biggest smile on his face...we both knew this was a big one. Curly asked the mate to step aside as he came downstairs and with one jab of the gaff, and the help of the mate, we pulled this sea monster into the boat...the rush was incredible as two of us struggled with the weight to get the fish into the boat. Turns out this wahoo weighed 75 lbs and was just under 6 feet from tip to tail. That's a big 'hoo my fishing friends! We went on that day to catch 6 more wahoo, the largest other ones were 55 lbs and two others well into the 40lb class. On the way back to port we also hooked and lost a huge grouper over the reefs too.
Fish with Reel Addiction and enjoy the beauty of Bermuda, the warmness of its people, and you may just have the fishing trip of a lifetime to boot! BTW that 75lb wahoo is now on display over my fireplace. For me it is a proud reminder of one of the best experiences that life has to offer any serious angler. Thanks Curly!
I will outline now a trip my wife and I took in April 0f 2012. It was April 18th, and the wahoo season was just barely starting in Bermuda with a few caught in the previous days. We trolled the inshore waters then turned towards the offshore banks. It wasn't long before the furthest back rig started screaming with the line ripping off the reel. My guess is I've landed well over 100 wahoo in Bermuda, but this one was clearly different. I prefer to stand while fishing these fish, but Curly told me this one was headed for the USA so I might as well sit down in the chair. After several line peeling runs, and some hard work, the fish was finally close enough for the captain to see from the tower and when I looked back and up to him, I saw the biggest smile on his face...we both knew this was a big one. Curly asked the mate to step aside as he came downstairs and with one jab of the gaff, and the help of the mate, we pulled this sea monster into the boat...the rush was incredible as two of us struggled with the weight to get the fish into the boat. Turns out this wahoo weighed 75 lbs and was just under 6 feet from tip to tail. That's a big 'hoo my fishing friends! We went on that day to catch 6 more wahoo, the largest other ones were 55 lbs and two others well into the 40lb class. On the way back to port we also hooked and lost a huge grouper over the reefs too.
Fish with Reel Addiction and enjoy the beauty of Bermuda, the warmness of its people, and you may just have the fishing trip of a lifetime to boot! BTW that 75lb wahoo is now on display over my fireplace. For me it is a proud reminder of one of the best experiences that life has to offer any serious angler. Thanks Curly!
Written April 29, 2015
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NikkiU
Great Falls, VA90 contributions
Aug 2019 • Friends
Surprised my husband and his friends with a six hour charter. My husband is an avid fisherman and has high standards. This charter was fabulous! The Captain is top notch and the first mate, Alex, hustled to keep lines wet and bait fresh. Both were very knowable and you can tell the Captain has decades of experience and knows the Bermuda waters well. We will be fishing with them again.
Written August 11, 2019
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FrequentTraveler003
Louisville, Kentucky12 contributions
Jul 2016 • Family
A friend of mine who lives in Bermuda gave me the names of several marlin fishing charter boats. I called two, and Reel Addiction had the best customer service – and as it turned out, the best fishing experience.
My son and I booked a half day trip (4 hours), and we caught two blue marlin within the first three hours, which was astonishing! The captain estimated that each fish weighed about 325 lbs. It’s possible that we could have caught additional marlin, but we were so worn out from reeling in the two that we quit early. Other fishing boats in the area apparently caught nothing that morning. Also, two days later Reel Addiction was in a fishing tournament and I went down to the dock in Hamilton to see a 562 lb. blue marlin that the boat had landed that day.
The day we were fishing apparently had perfect marlin fishing conditions: very warm with calm waters. Also, some people believe that a full moon helps and there was a full moon that night. And while that all sounds well and good, the fact that we caught two huge fish in three hours when none of the other charters were having any luck, and that Reel Addiction landed an enormous fish two days later, speaks volumes of the captain and his skills.
So suffice it to say, you definitely want to book Reel Addiction if you are interested in catching some serious fish in Bermuda!
My son and I booked a half day trip (4 hours), and we caught two blue marlin within the first three hours, which was astonishing! The captain estimated that each fish weighed about 325 lbs. It’s possible that we could have caught additional marlin, but we were so worn out from reeling in the two that we quit early. Other fishing boats in the area apparently caught nothing that morning. Also, two days later Reel Addiction was in a fishing tournament and I went down to the dock in Hamilton to see a 562 lb. blue marlin that the boat had landed that day.
The day we were fishing apparently had perfect marlin fishing conditions: very warm with calm waters. Also, some people believe that a full moon helps and there was a full moon that night. And while that all sounds well and good, the fact that we caught two huge fish in three hours when none of the other charters were having any luck, and that Reel Addiction landed an enormous fish two days later, speaks volumes of the captain and his skills.
So suffice it to say, you definitely want to book Reel Addiction if you are interested in catching some serious fish in Bermuda!
Written July 28, 2016
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Darrin N
4 contributions
May 2016 • Friends
We went for full day fishing what a great trip. We caught 6 wahoos and 1 barracuda. From 20-60 lbs. capt and mate were on their toes very professional stickler for details on rigging bait. We will be back next time we are in Bermuda. Don't miss a chance to fish with these guys.we came on a cruise ship they picked us up right at the ship. Thanks guys for great day!!!
Written May 16, 2016
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theddenny
Charlotte, NC9 contributions
Aug 2014 • Family
We went fishing with Capt. Curly and everything was great. It was easy making the arrangements and the fishing was awesome. My son and I each caught a Blue Marlin so we each have a fish story. Thank you.
Written June 8, 2015
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Marc F
9 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
I have fished all over the world and chartered many boats, I have never met such an experienced team as Captain Cragin and Mate Alex!
The boat is great for all, families, Stag's and families with younger children.
Cragin definitely knows his waters and reads them, to a tee.
We started the morning trolling for wahoo (one of the highlights for my kids was while reeling in a wahoo a shark attacked and got the tail end, we got the better half) around noon Cragin said it's time to change setup for Marlin (Now everything changed "rods, reels,lures" the tackle that was brought out, was the best of the best).
After only about 20mins FISH ON the reel screamed, well into the backing within seconds..... a jump "Blue Marlin" the fight is on........ Alex could not have been better with assistance (some mates just seem to get in the way) but man was Alex good! Alex's years of experience was most certainly noticed!!
Cragin manoeuvres his boat with extreme precision, and works with his angler....the main point for success, chapeau Cragin!! Together we landed a good Blue Marlin!
15 minutes later the adrenaline was pumping, still had the shakes and...... "FISH ON" back into the chair, second "Blue Marlin" landed.
Cragin, Alex, thank you once again for your professionalism and a day that my family and I will never forget!
I think I will be back for that tournament! 😉
If you are hoping for the best chances and looking for the most professional boat & team then it has to be REEL ADDICTION for your lifetime experience.
The boat is great for all, families, Stag's and families with younger children.
Cragin definitely knows his waters and reads them, to a tee.
We started the morning trolling for wahoo (one of the highlights for my kids was while reeling in a wahoo a shark attacked and got the tail end, we got the better half) around noon Cragin said it's time to change setup for Marlin (Now everything changed "rods, reels,lures" the tackle that was brought out, was the best of the best).
After only about 20mins FISH ON the reel screamed, well into the backing within seconds..... a jump "Blue Marlin" the fight is on........ Alex could not have been better with assistance (some mates just seem to get in the way) but man was Alex good! Alex's years of experience was most certainly noticed!!
Cragin manoeuvres his boat with extreme precision, and works with his angler....the main point for success, chapeau Cragin!! Together we landed a good Blue Marlin!
15 minutes later the adrenaline was pumping, still had the shakes and...... "FISH ON" back into the chair, second "Blue Marlin" landed.
Cragin, Alex, thank you once again for your professionalism and a day that my family and I will never forget!
I think I will be back for that tournament! 😉
If you are hoping for the best chances and looking for the most professional boat & team then it has to be REEL ADDICTION for your lifetime experience.
Written July 30, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
R Ondrejca
2 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
I have fished all over the world from bahamas to Indonesia. We have chartered many boats and I fish florida/bahamas so this review is not by your average Joe. What I can say is the captain and mate were excellent and very knowledgeable, they got us on the tuna and even a few wahoo. We landed a couple nice yellowfin and got bit off by a few wahoo but the fish were there. What I can say is these guys aren’t just taking you for a boat ride and if you look io their experience they fish in the bermuda billfish tournaments. When we go back to Bermuda this year I’m definitely going out with these guys again!
Written December 3, 2019
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PJ18
4 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
In late June, 2019, my group of four, 2 Dads and 2 teenagers, had what can only be described as the very best day any of us had fishing in our lives. Epic is the only way to describe our 6 or so hours aboard Reel Addiction!
We shoved off at 7:45 with Captain Curly and his mate and returned to our hotel at 2:30pm...loaded down with six, 60+ pound yellowfin Tuna’s, at a 50 pound Bull Mahi-mahi...each providing incredible fights!!! We were exhausted but proud!
What can I say? Captain Curly has it goin on! It’s as simple as that. If you’re considering fishing Bermuda...we can’t recommend Reel Addiction enough!
We shoved off at 7:45 with Captain Curly and his mate and returned to our hotel at 2:30pm...loaded down with six, 60+ pound yellowfin Tuna’s, at a 50 pound Bull Mahi-mahi...each providing incredible fights!!! We were exhausted but proud!
What can I say? Captain Curly has it goin on! It’s as simple as that. If you’re considering fishing Bermuda...we can’t recommend Reel Addiction enough!
Written July 17, 2019
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Spoiledguest143
Savannah, Georgia
Do you have air conditioning/indoor area for those that cannot tolerate heat or a lot of sun?
Written April 24, 2019
Spoiledguest143
Savannah, Georgia
Looking to charter a fishing boat for 3-4 hours for my wife and another couple in June. My wife cannot tolerate heat and too much sun, can she be accommodated in air conditioning and shade?
Written April 24, 2019
What type of charter fishing is available during Feb.Both offshote and bottom fishing.And rates as well..Thank You.1
Written September 7, 2018
is there a place that will ship our catch back to the united states?
Written September 4, 2018
We will be visiting soon, and are trying to decide on excursions. What happens with the fish that are caught? What are the options and the cost?
Written March 9, 2018
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