KEY WEST
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The 8 most popular fishing charters in Key West. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Key West half-day reef fishing on a stable 64' catamaran. Licenses, bait, and filleting included. Snacks sold onboard; bring a cooler.
“3 guys instructed us, took us to fish, helped, laughed, joked with us and we HAD A GREAT TIME ON THE BEAUTIFUL KEYS!!!”
Key West’s 6-hour Gulfstream fishing trip includes bait, a guide, and a license, with crew help to fish reef and deeper waters.
“Didn’t know bananas were bad luck on a boat. Probably why we didn’t catch anything all day. When others around us did. Great first mate not pushy or loud. Calm relaxed. Lovely day. Little dog added a nice homey atmosphere. Good music lots of help w rods hooks bait.”
Private Key West deep-sea charter on Corsair 2 for up to 18 miles offshore, targeting mahi, wahoo, tuna and more for up to 6.
“This was a great experience with Captain Jeff and Christian. They were both very personable and genuinely nice people. They both worked very hard to give us the opportunity to catch some fish and I ended up catching a large Mahi (it was large to me!!) We caught several fish and had a great time!”
Private Key West half-day fishing with live bait for tarpon, sharks, snappers, jacks, and more. Up to 4, 4 hours from Stock Island.
“My husband, 13 and 10 year old sons had a fabulous time out with Justin! They caught a huge variety of fish and came home with enough fish for dinner. They would highly recommend this charter to others!”
4-hour private Key West light-tackle fishing for up to 6. Tackle, water, and licenses included; targets range from tarpon to offshore.
“On our trip we didnt catch many fish thats the way it goes the ride and the view were amazing the part that kinda ruined the whole expierence was after the trip the guy that took us out unprofessionaly made it clear to leave a tip so we left a 50 dollar tip and within…”
Private fishing charter from Ramrod Key: 4-hour Florida Keys backcountry flats with Captain Jim. Gear, bait, and shallow-water action.
“(HUSBAND/WIFE TRIP)”
Marathon Florida Keys fishing charter with Wet Tails Charters: nearshore 4- to 6-hour trips, big variety of fish, gear included.
“Great fishing in challenging winds! Capt Ed was able to find the fish despite changing winds/currents.”
Private Key West fishing charter for up to 6: gear and license included, 4 hours offshore with a pro captain and big-species chance.
“Great job by the Captain and 1st mate landing us a lot of fish and some big ones! My family had a great time, friendly crew, nice boat. Would definitely book again and hopefully sometime soon, thanks!”
