About Your Trip

There is something about a flats boat in the keys that just feels right. Being poled around the endless maze of gin clear flats and mangrove riddled backcountry, stalking up on unsuspecting Bonefish, Permit, and Redfish, hooking into monster Tarpon in the summertime are what Florida Key's inshore fishing is all about!

So head out to explore the beautiful tropical waters the Florida Keys are known for with Captain Jamie down in Key West to ... Read More

About Your Guide

12 Years of Experience

Captain Jamie grew up working as a mate on head boats and charters boats in the Northeast. Captain Jamie moved to the Florida Keys in his early twenties to pursue a career as a guide. He spent a couple years running light tackle and offshore boats out of Key West, before accepting a job on St. John in the Virgin Islands. He guided there for 2 years, targeting Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and other species. Captain Jamie moved back to the Keys to establish ... Read More

Start Location

Garrison Bight Marina, Eisenhower Drive, Key West, FL, USA | Bodies of water fished: Florida Keys

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Maverick HPX
Year Built: 200
Boat Length: 17
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 70
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Casting platform, poling platform

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

Location

This trip has multiple pickup locations.

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

Bonefish, Jack Crevalle, Permit, Speckled Trout, Tarpon, Tripletail, Yellowtail Snapper

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing, Fly Fishing, Light Tackle Fishing, Live Bait Fishing

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip: Polarized Sunglasses, Snacks and Drinks, Rain Jacket. Rods, Reels, Tackle, Bait 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: The deposit for this trip is non-refundable (but if the weather is too bad to go out, you will still receive a refund).

Pricing & Availability

To check pricing, please select a trip date, duration, group size and start time.

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Have questions? Call us at 833-227-8246

Reviews

Chris J..

Fishing

Captain Jamie wad awesome! Even though this time of year is one of the worst for tarpon, we hooked 5 and landed 3. We also chased barracuda and landed one as well. Jamie is just a good dude to hang out with and fish for the day…he will with ...Read More

James L.

Fishing

Had a great time fishing for bonefish, bonnet head sharks, and lemon sharks. The boat and fishing locations were beautiful. Guide needs to get a fishing landing net. Will go back out with Captain Jamie again next year. Thanks!

Scott E.

Fishing

Good trip, focused on 3 different prey, large fish(tarpon, sharks), bone fish, and skip jacks, sea trout, etc., next time will stick with large fish exclusively

Philip W.

Fishing

Jamie was very professional and helpful. Few fish found compared to preception put out by most folks. He was very knowledgeable of the other wildlife we encountered and able it add local history of area to go along with that. His boat, equipment and tackle pristine and ...Read More

Lucinda

Verified Review Fishing

It was more than I expected and seamless. I would highly recommend Captain Experiences.

First Time Booking with Us?

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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!