Fishing · KEY WEST FISHING TRIPS
Flats skiffs for tarpon and permit, party boats for reef fish, and offshore boats for everything else. These 15 are priced by the half day, with rods, bait and licence usually covered by the boat. Check the party size before you book a share.
Fish Key West’s reef aboard the 64-foot FishMonster Max catamaran. The crew helps beginners and seasoned anglers, while Chase and Donte are among the friendly deckhands praised for their humor and care. The $95 trip includes gear, bait, licenses, and catch filleting.
“FANTASTIC! Best vacation trip ever! Charter & crew were awesome! Donte rocks!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’re coming back with the kids & grandson!”
Set out from Key West’s Historic Charter Boat Row at 10 a.m. for about six hours of reef fishing. Gulfstream Fishing supplies bait, a license, crew help, and an onboard restroom. Captains Joe and Rick, plus mates such as Ethan and Ryan, help beginners handle rods and land fish.
“The Captain and crew are great. I recommend bringing Dramamine if you’re prone to sea or motion sickness. Also sunscreen is a must! You can purchase waters/sodas and snacks for $1 each but bringing your own bag of things isn't a bad idea. We didn’t catch too much on our trip, but the captain was very helpful and handed anything he hooked to participants to reel in. Overall quite a long excursion, we would have been happy with a couple hours shorter as people just looking for the experience but if your goal is to catch fish to take home, this is the trip for you!”
Join Corsair 2 Sportfishing from Key West with Captain Jeff, Captain Russ, or another experienced crew member for reef and offshore fishing up to 18 miles out. The private charter carries up to six people and offers half-day, three-quarter-day, and full-day options, with bottled water included.
“These guys are amazing!! They did everything right and made every accommodation we asked for. We got every fish we wanted.”
Start at 7:30 am from Stock Island with Captain Justin or Captain Jagger for four hours in Key West’s shallow channels. Use live crabs, pilchards, and pinfish for tarpon, sharks, snappers, jacks, barracuda, and more. The private boat carries up to four people.
“We had such an amazing time. Captain Jagger was awesome! Went to a few spots and caught a number of fish and two sharks (released). The kids had an awesome time and reeled in a few!”
Spend four hours on a private Key West fishing charter for up to six people. Captains such as Forrest, Ricky, Nick, and Noah fish from custom boats, using light tackle and changing methods to match conditions. Tackle, bottled water, and licenses are included.
“We fished in 30kn. winds and Forrest not only kept us safe but put us on fish!!! We fish all the time on vacation and this was an awesome trip!”
Captain Jim takes your private party of up to two into the lower Keys backcountry from Ramrod Key. Fish two to eight feet of clear water for snapper, tarpon, barracuda, shark, and more. Gear, bait, license, ice, and water are included.
“Captain Jim was very personable and knowledgeable. The equipment was great, boat was clean. He worked very hard to make sure we caught fish! Thank you Captain Jim for a great time. We took the fish to Dante’s in Key West. Best fish dinner ever!”
Join Captain Ed and first mate Mikey from Marathon for a 4-hour coastal fishing charter in Atlantic or Gulf waters. Equipment, bait, tackle, licenses, and bottled water are included. Fish for snapper, grouper, mackerel, and more, with longer trips available for offshore big game.
“Wet tails fishing charter was a great experience. We had so much fun fishing and boating. Ed and Mikey worked together as a great team to make sure we caught our limit. They also gave us a great recommendation for a hook and cook experience in marathon.”
Set out from The Perry Hotel & Marina with Captain Craig and crew aboard the Double Wrap. Choose a 4, 6, or 8-hour private charter for up to six people, with gear, bait, lures, licenses, and fish cleaning included. Target mahi mahi, snapper, grouper, wahoo, sailfish, and more.
“Had a great day on the water and caught lots of snapper and mahi! Highly recommend going out with Capt. Craig and first mate Brett.”
Join Cowboy Cowgirl Sportfishing Charters in Key West for a four-hour offshore trip with a captain and crew. The shared boat carries up to six people and supplies tackle, bait, and fishing permits. You may target mahi-mahi, tuna, wahoo, sailfish, king mackerel, and more.
“Had a great time on the ocean. We didn’t catch anything big but I still had a great time. It was great to get out in the water.”
Join Recon Sportfishing for a private four-hour charter within 13 miles of Key West. Fish grassy flats, mangrove islands, and shallow wrecks for tarpon, permit, sharks, cobia, snappers, and more. Up to four people share the boat for $800.
“Our trip was awesome, our guide was very friendly and professional!!! His gear was top of the line and we caught fish!!”
Set out from Key West at 7:00 am aboard the 45-foot Cowgirl for a private four-hour fishing charter. Captain Hans and mate Adam can help your group target mahi, king mackerel, sailfish, and more. Tackle, bait, permits, and English-speaking guides are included, with a $150 fuel surcharge due at the boat.
“Fishing trip. Deep sea. Great captain and beautiful scenery. Enjoyed it very much. Great time with great friends!”
Captain Zachary takes your private group of up to six from Garrison Bight aboard a Sailfish 270 WAC for fishing, snorkeling, swimming, paddleboarding, and sandbar time. With luck, you may spot dolphins or turtles and bring snapper to a local restaurant for dinner.
“Zack was very accommodating and we had a fabulous time! Everyone in our family enjoyed their time, Highly recommend!”
You’ll fish offshore from Key West aboard the 40-foot Irish Cowboy with a private group of up to six. Captain Bobby and Mate Chase have worked yellowtail and blackfin tuna trips, while tackle, bait, and permits are included.
“We fished with Captain Bobby and Mate Chase on 3/8 and 3/9. Awesome guys to fish with and made sure to put us on fish. Caught well over 100 Yellowtails, 38 keepers on Saturday and went back Sunday and trolled for Tunas. Picked up a couple of nice Blackfins and i managed to loose another. Will definitely be coming back to fish with these guys again.”
Fish Key West’s inshore and backcountry waters with Captains Ryan or Justin Carter aboard a fast 24-foot Pathfinder. This private four-hour trip suits families, beginners, and serious anglers, with live bait, gear, licenses, water, and catch cleaning included.
“This was the best fishing charter EVER! We caught so many fish and had so much fun. We loved Travis! He is so relaxed and kind.”
Join Captain John or Captain Michael for a private four-hour reef-fishing trip from Marathon. You will drift fish and deep drop for snapper, grouper, yellowtail, blackfin tuna, and more, with gear, licenses, water, and fish cleaning included.
“As part of our family enjoyment, we joined a fishing trip with 5 excited cousins (aged 12 to 22) to fish for Mutton Snapper,. captain John shared his knowledge of the sea and fishing with the boys and a great time was had by all. We returned to shore 4 hours later; we caught a lot of Mutton Snapper , Mangrove Snapper, Yellowtail Snapper and Black Grouper as saw Blackfin Tuna, . This was a trip to be remembered and I can't wait to go fishing again with my friends. We returned home and cooked the Mutton Snapper for our delicious supper! Thank you john for providing the best.”
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