Starting at $1400 | 4 - 8 Hours | Deep Sea | 6 People | Trip #3637
About Your Trip
Captain Maurice offers these action-packed luxurious fishing adventures out of Hawks Cay, Duck Key, and Marathon, Florida. You’ll explore the best nearshore and offshore spots in the area as well as its reef and wrecks that are known for their good fish stocks. Having fished all his life and being
... Read More an expert in waters throughout Florida, Captain Maurice will do the most to make sure you have an enjoyable day of fishing as well as the best chance for landing a great catch.
Some of the species you can catch include various sorts of Snapper, Grouper, Sailfish, Blue Marlin, Swordfish, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Blackfin Tuna, and many more challenging species. To attract them, you can bottom fish, kite fish, spin, jig, and more. Kids are welcome to join your trip and you’re free to take home the fish you reel in. Bring nothing but the food of your choice, as Captain Maurice will provide you with all the fishing gear, bait, drinks, licenses, and even catch cleaning. Pick your day and enjoy a wonderful day on the water with your loved ones!
He runs his trips aboard a 36’ Yellowfin center console that sits up to 6 guests. This powerful boat runs on triple 300HP Mercury engines and uses full-featured navigation technology to reach fishing spots quickly and safely. The boat’s outriggers, downriggers, snorkeling gear, and livewell will all improve your fishing experience. There’s even a multimedia system you can use as well as an ice-box.
About Your Boat
Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Yellowfin Yatchs
Year Built
2020
Boat Length
36
Engine Manufacturer
Mercury
Total Horsepower
900
Number of Engines
3
Additional Amenities
Live wells, Multimedia, Showers, Electric Reels, Sun Bathing
About Your Guide
Certified Damn Good Guide
46 Years of Experience
Captain Maurice has been fishing since he was a young boy in South Florida. His areas of expertise are tournament offshore fishing throughout Florida and the Bahamas. He's an expert at reef and inshore fishing particularly in the Keys, Everglades National Park, and up the west coast to the Crystal
... Read More River. Captain Maurice specializes in live bait fishing for Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Kingfish, Snook, Wahoo, Tarpon, Trout, and all species of Snapper and Grouper.
Whatever fishing you would like to do, rest assured you'll be fishing with one of the top professionals with the ability, knowledge, boat, equipment, but most importantly, with the tenacity and perseverance that you'll catch the fish you're after.
Maurice is also not content to only be on the water! He is a true renaissance man and enjoys hunting hogs, turkeys, and gators as well.
Being outdoors is truly not a job for Captain Maurice, but a passion and opportunity to share his vast knowledge with guests, families, and friends.
Start Location
500 Duck Key Drive, Duck Key, FL, USA
| Bodies of water fished: Duck Key, Atlantic Ocean, Gulf Of Mexico, Florida Keys
Amenities and Information
Water Type
Deep Sea
Skill Levels
Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate
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, at an additional fee
Location
This trip has multiple pickup locations.
Weather
You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.
Tackle
You will need your own tackle.
Boat Restroom
No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.
Species
Barracuda, Black Grouper, Blackfin Tuna, Blue Marlin, Bull Shark, Kingfish, Lobster, Mahi Mahi, Mangrove Snapper, Red Grouper, Sailfish, Swordfish, Tarpon, Tilefish, Vermillion Snapper, Wahoo, Yellowtail Snapper
Techniques
Artificial Lure Fishing, Bottom Fishing, Cut Bait Fishing, Deep Dropping, Drift Fishing, Fly Fishing, Heavy Tackle Fishing, Kite Fishing, Light Tackle Fishing, Live Bait Fishing, Sight Casting, Trolling
Packing / Extras
Everything you'll need for your trip
Live bait is available at additional cost. Trip includes all licenses, bait, tackle, water, & ice.
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.
Pricing & Availability
To check pricing, please select a trip date, duration, group size and start time.
Cancel for free up to 3 days before the trip.
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Reviews
Jeffrey L.
Fishing
Captain Maurice and his first mate Ariel are great guys and easy to hang with! Beautiful Boat in great shape! Wonderful day for sure!
Attison
Verified ReviewFishing
Maurice and his son took 5 of us out and despite unusual 50 degree rainy weather in Miami we absolutely crushed it. Caught some kingfish, false albacore, and-the cherry on top-a beautiful sailfish. Maurice worked tirelessly to put us on fish and even stayed out a little longer than we
...Read More should have to get us more bites. He runs a very clean operation and I’ll be back for more.
Erickson S.
Fishing
Thanks for everything. It was an amazing trip.
Kelly K.
Fishing
By far, the BEST captain in the Keys! Captain Maurice was amazing with my 3 teenage boys- his son is also a very talented first mate! Really enjoyed how interactive the fishing was - my boys names this trip the BEST part of Spring Break 2022! Thank you for being
...Read More amazing Captain Maurice and First Mate Ariel!!!!
Allyson B.
Fishing
Maurice when out of his way to make sure everyone on the boat was having a good time !! He is incredible.
Michael R.
Fishing
Fantastic trip with Captain Maurice and his Firsr Mate Ariel. Wonderful crew and excellent experience all around! Highly recommended.
Mandy H.
Fishing
This trip for our family of 5 was AMAZING!! Captain Maurice was so patient and kind to our 3 boys. He made sure we caught some fish and went swimming. He was the best Captain and we can’t wait for our next fishing trip with him.
Eugene B.
Fishing
We took our family, including our elderly parents out fishing with Captain Maurice. He made the trip memorable and treated our parents like his own! We had a wonderful trip and can’t wait to book another one.
First Time Booking with Us?
Captain Experiences is the home of over 1000 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.
We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.
Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!
In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a full refund. Your safety is our top concern.
Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our location specialists are always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!
