About the Reel Coquina Crew...

St. Petersburg, FL • Offshore + Inshore • Family Friendly • Premium Charter Experience

Meet Captain Pablo

When you book with Reel Coquina Fishing Charters, you’re booking a professionally guided experience focused on safety, comfort, and putting you on fish. Whether it’s your first charter or you fish offshore every season, Captain Pablo makes the day easy, exciting, and worth every minute.

Reputation Built on Results: Over 200+ 5-star Google reviews and a strong base of repeat guests.
Featured Captain: Captain Pablo has earned features in Florida Sport Fishing magazine.
⭐️ Clear communication, premium gear, and a trip tailored to your group. This is what a top-tier St. Pete fishing charter should feel like.
Captain Pablo Koch-Schick of Reel Coquina Fishing Charters in St. Petersburg, Florida
Captain Pablo Koch-Schick
Reel Coquina Fishing Charters

A Captain Who Makes It Easy

Captain Pablo grew up fishing with his father in South Africa and brings that same respect for the water and attention to detail to every trip. Reel Coquina has been running charters since 2015 — built around a simple promise: a premium day on the water, done right.

Multilingual Captain: English • Spanish • German

What Guests Care About Most

People don’t want a confusing day on a boat — they want to feel confident, safe, and taken care of. That’s why Reel Coquina focuses on the small details that make your trip feel seamless.

  • Clear expectations: where to meet, what to bring, what happens next
  • Hands-on instruction: beginners and kids get real support
  • Professional approach: gear ready, clean boat, smooth experience
  • Tailored trips: based on your goals and conditions

Offshore & Deep Sea Capability

Want true deep sea fishing out of St. Petersburg? Reel Coquina runs nearshore and offshore trips and can go up to 65 miles offshore depending on conditions and the plan for your day.

Target Species (seasonal): snapper, grouper, mahi-mahi, tuna, hogfish, African pompano, and more.
Techniques (trip dependent): bottom fishing, vertical jigging, and specialized offshore approaches.

A Charter Experience Built for Everyone

Whether you're booking a St. Pete fishing charter for the first time or you’re chasing a personal best, you’ll get a calm, professional captain who knows how to make the day smooth and memorable.

Family-friendly fishing charter experience in St. Petersburg Florida with Captain Pablo
Beginners welcome: You’ll be coached step-by-step — no pressure, no confusion.
Perfect for families: Kid-friendly approach and a relaxed vibe when that’s what you want.
Great for anglers: If you’re experienced, you’ll get strategy, precision, and high-effort fishing.

The Orion 29

Fast, comfortable, and built for serious Gulf fishing — the perfect platform for most groups.

Orion 29 boat for Reel Coquina Fishing Charters in St. Petersburg Florida
Ideal for: offshore fishing, inshore trips, families, and serious anglers.

The 37' Sea Vee

A larger, luxury offshore platform for long-range trips and premium comfort.

Best for: full-day offshore runs, bigger range, and elevated comfort on the water.

Contact Reel Coquina

Have questions about availability, trip types, or what to expect? Reach out — Captain Pablo is happy to help you choose the right charter.

Address: 6701 Sunshine Skyway Ln S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711