Starting at $700 | 4 Hour | Flats, Inshore | 4 People | Trip #2022
About Your Trip
Like living life on the fly? Are you a precision kind of angler? Then you won’t be disappointed because Islamorada, Florida, is the mecca for saltwater fly fishing.
This rewarding and demanding form of fishing is a true sport that takes finesse to lure a fish into taking an artificial
... Read More bait. This trip will definitely make for a “Fish Tale” you will want to tell all your friends. Fly fishing is both technically challenging and takes patience, but once mastered, it is incredibly gratifying. Our captain knows you might not be a pro or even attempted this aspect of sports fishing.
Try it! This is our passion; we live our lives on these waters and can teach you the art of the fly. No worries about perfection. We will give you the freedom to get a feel for excellent saltwater fly gear while learning new skills along the way. So, if you want to hone your skills, bring your “A” game and get out on the water.
Possible Species: Snook, Tarpon, Spotted Sea Trout, Bonefish, Permit, Sharks, Redfish, and others
At the marina, you will have access to restrooms, showers, and a bar. Please purchase any food and drink items for the trip before arriving at the marina as there is no convenient store on site.
About Your Boat
Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Ranger
Year Built
2014
Boat Length
24
Engine Manufacturer
Yamaha F300XCA
Total Horsepower
300
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Multimedia System, Wireless Trolling Motor
About Your Guide
Captain Billy, as everyone knows him by, should have been born with gills.
Since his youth, Billy has been fishing in the bass ponds of Maryland and all along the Eastern Shore. He remembers fondly navigating out of Ocean City, Maryland as a teenager, catching Bluefish by the 55-gallon drum.
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Billy attended High Point University in North Carolina on a soccer scholarship and, after earning his four-year degree, he came to Florida to begin his business career. During his years of working as a Senior Vice President with companies like Tire Kingdom, Goodyear, and Pep Boys, one thing that has never changed is Billy’s passion for fishing. Billy honed many of his fishing skills in Palm Beach County, where he fished competitively both inshore and offshore. He’s also competed in tournaments like FLW, B.A.S.S., Redman, and Redfish Tour and loves fishing locations like Lake Okeechobee, Florida Bay and Biscayne Bay. After twenty-eight years of fishing the Florida waters, Captain Billy knows the fish’s habits and routines extremely well.
Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned pro, Billy understands your perfect day begins at the dock. As you prepare to depart, he will describe the day based on your expectations. Being out on the Florida Keys waters is all-encompassing, an absolute paradise, and it’s your captain’s second home. Reeling in fish, like the ones you see on television or seeing the world from underwater, your trip will be a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. From dock to done, fervent fishing to frolicking, for Captain Billy, it all boils down to the love of the chase.
Start Location
80500 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036, United States
| Bodies of water fished: Florida Keys
Amenities and Information
Water Type
Inshore, Flats
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.
Live Bait
Yes, Included
Weather
You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.
All you need to do is pack some snacks and drinks and be at the dock on time. 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 7 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 7 days before the trip.
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Reviews
Teri J.
Fishing
Billy was so accommodating. We had a day booked with him but wanted to also snorkel. He switched days with us so we were able to do both. Very laid back, good conversation, very clean and nice boat ride. Would book anytime with captain Billy.
...Read More Even caught some shark when we were not expecting to. What a great time. Highly recommend!
Chris B.
Fishing
Billy had us on fish with the very first cast. Seriously THE FIRST CAST!!! We had first time fishers and some experienced. He knew exactly where the the action was. We had to decide which to keep to be within the rules and which to let get
...Read More bigger for another day. Super zen guide with great instructions, stories, patience and experience that made it a life time experience you will never forget. Thank you Billy for an amazing unforgettable day everyone should add to their bucket list whether a fisherman or an environmentally appreciative as the keys are simply the most amazing place to see nature at its finest like no other place in this wold we live in. Thank you B! Oh his play list rocks!!!
Alex T.
Fishing
Our trip was a absolute blast! After the ride out, we were catching snapper and mackerel in no time. After 2 hours we had enough for dinner plus leftovers. Originally we had booked for 4 hours but decided to extend it to 6 after we got out there. Asked Billy
...Read More if he could get us some sharks and he took us right to the spot! 10/10 would recommend this charter to my family and friends. Definitely an amazing experience that I hope to do again!
Dana R.
Fishing
Captain Billy took us to some of his favorite fishing spots putting us on trout and the elusive triple tail. Boat and fishing gear was in excellent shape. He did everything he could to make sure we had the best opportunities to catch our limit. He was so focused on
...Read More trying to maximize our haul that he extended our time on the water. We would definitely go with him again.
Shawn D.
Fishing
Captain Billy was an incredible guide for us he got us on the fish and he kept us on the fish for four hours straight. We only did a half a day but in that half day we brought home about 20 pounds of fish meat. And then we stopped
...Read More on our way back to the marina we hooked a 300 pound shark which was a thrill to reel to the boat. I look forward to using Captain Billy again in the future!!
Salvatore M.
Fishing
We had a wonderful day fishing with Captain Billy. We were hooking fish all day and came home with some really nice sea trout. Captain Billy is knowledgeable, calm and patient. He taught my daughters how to cast like a pro. A highlight of our vacation.
Dan C.
Fishing
We really enjoyed our chartered fishing trip with Billy! We couldn’t have asked for a better Captain and experience. Captain Billy took great care of us to ensure we were on the fish! He made us feel very comfortable, taught us a lot about the area as well as fishing.
...Read More Tremendous Captain, first class boat and would highly recommend him to everyone. We’re going out again with him later this week for some Tarpon fishing and shipped our fish home from our first charter to enjoy later!
Cham J.
Fishing
We had an amazing time with Capt Billy. Went with our three young kids and he was patient and eager to teach them fishing techniques. Took us to his secret spot which was a ways out but well worth. We were catching huge trout, Ladyfish and catfish constantly. Catching these
...Read More involved just the right amount of technique and finesse and was very satisfying. It was an amazing experience we will no doubt repeat!!
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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.
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