About Your Trip

Join Captain Jim and experience the thrill of reef and offshore fishing on board his 34' Sea Vee center console! Captain Jim and his crew specialize in live bait kite fishing, deep sea, and wreck fishing, and have been catering to the needs of avid anglers for over 30 years.

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Sea Vee
Year Built: 2007
Boat Length: 34
Engine Manufacturer: cummins
Total Horsepower: 490
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: livewell, large fishbox, drink and lunch cooler, 2 raymarine gps and fishfinder, 2 icom vhf radio, xm radio with bluetooth, raymarine autopilot

About Your Guide

Certified Damn Good Guide

32 Years of Experience

Captain Jim was born and raised on the Florida Keys, taking after his father who was also a fishing boat captain. Since 1989, he himself has been a fishing boat guide, opening his charter in 2007, and is a USCG-registered captain. Capt. Jim's passion doesn't end at the Keys, however. He is known to run boats in the Maryland and even Bermuda and the Bahamas. While in the Bahamas, he managed to reel in a 598 lb Blue Marlin in only 35 minutes, so his experience is second to none.

Start Location

Key Largo Fisheries, Ocean Bay Drive, Key Largo, FL, USA | Bodies of water fished: Straits of Florida, Florida Keys

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Deep Sea

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

Amberjack, Barracuda, Black Grouper, Blackfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Mutton Snapper, Sailfish

Techniques

Bottom Fishing, Deep Dropping, Drift Fishing, Kite Fishing, Light Tackle Fishing, Live Bait Fishing, Trolling

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip: sunscreen, polarized sunglasses and towels. all tackle including rod and reels provided. bottled drinking water is provided.
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 QR code that acts like a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your QR code 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 2 days before the trip.

Reviews

Tad

Verified Review Fishing

We had a great day on the water with Captain Jim. He is incredibly knowledgeable about fishing in the keys. We would definitely rebook a charter with him.

Amy S.

Fishing

It was a little rough, no fault of the captain. He put us on the type of fish we wanted to catch and had a memorable morning. Thank you!

Alex F.

Fishing

Captain Jim was very helpful to all of us and made sure we were doing what we had to do to catch fish. And so we did. All of us had a great time and came home with plenty of filets.

Bruno F.

Fishing

Great day out with Capt Jim. It was though and slow out there , but Capt Jim managed to have us enjoy our day ! Tough group, kids and elderly ! Many thanks Captain.

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 QR code (like a mobile boarding pass). Just show your guide your QR code 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!