About Your Trip

Deep Sea

Inshore

Nearshore

Embark on a thrilling journey with Captain Joese in Florida and experience the best deep-sea fishing that the Florida Keys has to offer!

The 4 and 6 hour trips will be spent fishing around Reef and Wreck, Captain Jose offers the opportunity to fish these abundant feeding grounds for nearly 600 species of fish just 20 minutes offshore. You’ll be bottom fishing in calm, sheltered water 10 feet to 30 feet deep for snapper, grouper, ... Read More

About Your Guide

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Quality

Adventurous

As a young boy Jose “Jr.” found himself on the water, being his father’s son, it was a forgone conclusion. If he wanted to spend time with his dad he was going to be in or on the water. As is often the case, that salt got into his blood at an early age and like a chip of the old block, Jr. has become an amazing fisherman in his own right.

However, while his love for waters off the Florida Keys has never faltered, ... Read More Jr. had other dreams as well. That dream led him to the baseball diamond where he took some time off the water to hone his craft as a stand-out lefty high-school pitcher. His love of baseball and his tireless work ethic resulted in a baseball scholarship and a college education. But like many before him the salt in his veins would not let him stay away.
Back on the water, with a new appreciation of the sea (not a lot of Ocean in the mountains of Tennessee), Jr. took his love of fishing and spear fishing to social media and has since garnered quite the following. It seems everybody wanted to see the next haul of fish, the next trophy Grouper or just to follow Jr.’s adventures, Above & Below the water’s surface. When he is not sharing his love and knowledge of fishing he is applying it. As a partner with his father, Captain Jose, Jr. also fishes commercially when he is not chartering. His time under the waves as renowned spear fisherman has given him insight on where and how fish live and how they react each to bait, weather, tide and many other factors that make the difference for a successful trip. The fact that he needs to catch fish on his “off” days makes the chances of you having an “on” so much better!!! They know the spots and the Sea.

Jr.’s experience is well beyond his years, but coupled with his youthful energy there is a strong likelihood that prospective charter clients might grow tired of catching fish. Jr. Is used to the rigorous work and hours of commercial fishing and will not tire or shortchange even the longest charters. Simply, If you want a great boat, a great time and a great captain. Captain Jose is there for as long and often as you need him.

Above and Below Adventures is not just a fishing charter it is an adventure company. Don’t fish? Snorkeling trips are available, Don’t snorkel? Day cruises and almost adventures you can think of are for the offering. At Above & Below Adventures if it can be done, we will do it. Consider Captain Jose your concierge Captain for whatever adventures you desire!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

80 lb Black Grouper

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fish

What’s your favorite sports team?

NY Yankees

What’s your drink of choice?

Bourbon

What do you want for Christmas this year?

New boat

How did you get started guiding?

After I graduated college I decided to follow my dreams.

What makes you different from other guides?

My patience, knowledge and passion for fishing.

Start Location

701 Spanish Main Drive, Cudjoe Key, FL, USA | Bodies of water fished: Florida Keys, Key West, Atlantic Ocean

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Seavee 340i
Year Built: 2000
Boat Length: 34
Engine Manufacturer: Yanmar
Total Horsepower: 420
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, sound system, lots of shade

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Yes, Included

Weather

You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Species

Black Grouper, Kingfish, Mahi Mahi, Mangrove Snapper, Mutton Snapper, Red Grouper, Sailfish, Snowy Grouper, Yellowtail Snapper

Techniques

Bottom Fishing, Deep Dropping, Live Bait Fishing, Trolling

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip: You can bring your own sunscreen and snacks while refreshments like water and soda are available onboard. Fishing License, Rods, reels & tackle included.
Where to Buy a Fishing License: No license needed for this trip.

Things to Keep in Mind

Payment & Tipping: We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Cancel for free up to 3 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account.

Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours	6 Hours	4 Hours
6 People	$1,650.00	$1,320.00	$1,100.00
5 People	$1,650.00	$1,320.00	$1,100.00
4 People	$1,650.00	$1,320.00	$1,100.00
3 People	$1,650.00	$1,320.00	$1,100.00
2 People	$1,650.00	$1,320.00	$1,100.00
1 Person	$1,650.00	$1,320.00	$1,100.00

Reviews

David

Verified Review Fishing

February 26 | Reef/Wreck Trips - 34' Crusader

Excellent day! Caught plenty of fish! Had fun with Captain Jose and X!!

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