About Your Trip

On this short and exciting trip, you'll stick to inshore water where you'll target some of the craziest gamefish in the Gulf: Sharks and Tarpon! These species are some of the toughest and hardest-fighting targets for inshore anglers, with tons of strength, endurance, and speed to challenge your fishing skills. ... Read More

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: SeaHunter
Year Built: 2012
Boat Length: 25
Engine Manufacturer: Mercury
Total Horsepower: 350
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, Ice Box

About Your Guide

The seed for Captain Sal's fishing obsession was planted at a very young age. Catching Sunnys in his local pond in New Jersey as an ankle biter, lead him to fish all over the Atlantic coast. He has fished hard in the inshore and offshore waters of New Jersey, North ... Read More

Start Location

74580 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036, United States

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Inshore

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.

Boat Restroom

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

Species

Blacktip Shark, Tarpon

Techniques

Bottom Fishing, Heavy Tackle Fishing, Jigging, Light Tackle Fishing, Trolling

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip: Ice Box, Rods, reels & tackle included.
Where to Buy a Fishing License: No license needed for this trip.

Things to Keep in Mind

Your Outfitter: This trip is managed by an outfitter. Sal will be your point of contact and you will go out with one of their guides.
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 14 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 14 days before the trip.

You're in good hands

Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local captains that know where to put you on fish.

Reviews

Charlet S.

Fishing

This trip was the best! When I was trying to choose who to go out with it was very difficult! There’s so many companies and so many reviews. I spent half of the day going through them. Ultimately I chose to go with Sal and I’m so so happy ...Read More

Travis K.

Fishing

We booked this last minute with Sal, great idea in the end! Chase was an amazing Captain, couldn’t do enough for us, good Southern Hospitality! Even hooked a beautiful Nurse Shark for release. My 9 year boys absolutely loved it and couldn’t catch enough fish! Will be back for sure.

Rob N.

Fishing

We had an amazing first Florida Keys fishing experience with Captain Sal experiencing both reef and back country at its best. Sal is a great teacher for those who want to learn and has endless patience. We learnt lots of new techniques and tips. The 24’ boat is fast and ...Read More

Stephanie Y.

Fishing

Captain Sal was super accommodating and I had a great afternoon fishing and being out on the water. Caught lots of fish…all different kinds. And most importantly, had a very relaxing time on the beautiful waters surrounding Islamorada!! Highly recommend!! Thank you!!

Todd G.

Fishing

Fish weren’t biting. This guy through the kitchen sink at it! We ended up catching tuna, shark big wahoo all from changing tons of lures and fighting sea weed all day. **hidden content**itude, great boat, great day!! See you next year

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!