Swordfishing The Wall Off Key West

8 Hour | Deep Sea | 1 - 6 People | Trip #4027

About Your Trip

Deep Sea
Head out for a full day fishing adventure with Captain Hunter to run far offshore and get after Swordfish—one of the hardest-fighting fish in the Gulf!

On this trip, you'll be heading 40+ miles offshore, trolling for lightning-fast gamefish such as King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Wahoo, and Blackfin Tuna. Once you reach the best fishing grounds, you'll drop your lines much deeper to attract Swordfish, which migrate at great depths, hunting for squid, baitfish, ... Read More

About Your Guide

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide
21 Years of Experience
US Veteran Veteran
Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Hunter
Captain Hunter is a US Coast Guard-credentialed captain with over 15 years of fishing and diving experience in the Florida Keys. He is retired from the military and makes his home in Key West. In addition to fishing, he is a PADI-certified scuba instructor! As a child, Hunter grew up fishing and it has been a lifelong passion.
Whatever kind of trip you're looking for, Hunter can accommodate you whether it's offshore fishing, inshore fishing, or even just spending a day enjoying the sun on ... Read More

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
600 lbsmarlin
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Crispy fish tacos
Whats your favorite band?
Skynyrd
Whats your favorite movie?
Full Metal Jacket
Whats your favorite sports team?
Padres
Whats your drink of choice?
Water
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Big fish
How did you get started guiding?
Moved to key west
What makes you different from other guides?
I don’t quit till we find fish
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Start Location

Key West, FL, USA | Bodies of water fished: Florida Keys, Big Pine Key, Cudjoe Key, Summerland Key, Key West

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Seahunter Floridian
Boat Length
30
Engine Manufacturer
Yamaha
Total Horsepower
600
Number of Engines
2
Additional Amenities
Tuna Tower, carbon fiber outriggers, trolling motor, 4 electric reels for deep dropping

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

Available

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.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Live Bait

No live bait provided.

Species

Swordfish

Techniques

Drift Fishing, Heavy Tackle Fishing, Trolling

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip
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
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 Matrix

8 Hours
6 People
$1600
5 People
$1600
4 People
$1600
3 People
$1600
2 People
$1600
1 Person
$1600

Pricing & Availability

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Reviews

John

Verified Review Fishing

Captain Hunter was great , knowledgeable, and well disciplined. Weather did not permit a full day so we will plan another trip with Captain Hunter. Thanks John

Michael

Verified Review Fishing

Great day! Our captain Hunter was very knowledgeable, and on top of where the fish were and how to catch them. Highly recommend him.

Michael

Verified Review Fishing

Had a great time with captain Hunter on are charter, very professional and friendly. Caught some nice fish and enjoyed his company

Michael

Verified Review Fishing

We really enjoyed our fishing charter with captain Hunter, he knows where the fish are and is very knowledgeable of the industry. I would definitely recommend an excursion with him.

Stan

Verified Review Fishing

Great Experience. Worked hard to find fish and make an enjoyable experience for everyone. Successful day fishing! Particularly was good with the children and getting them educated on safety. Highly recommended by us. He’s also a great person to be around and cracks some good jokes.

Kailey

Verified Review Fishing

Captain Hunter truly made our fishing trip unforgettable! His expertise and passion for fishing were evident throughout the day. He knew all the best spots, provided top-notch equipment, and his guidance ensured we had a successful and thrilling experience. Highly recommend Captain Hunter for an amazing fishing adventure!

Andrew

Verified Review Fishing

Excellent trip. Captain hunter was great. Did several types of fishing, caught a couple keepers and were constantly bending rods. Captain experiences was great with helping us get our trip booked on short notice.

Allen

Verified Review Fishing

The guide was really good at getting us on the fish and multiple species and big fish! However he was kinda aggressive and yelled at us and made us clean up his boat every 5 minutes. 2 out of the 3 of us were new and never fished however he ...Read More

Joe

Verified Review Fishing

Highly recommended Capt. Hunter took my family on a great adventure. He made sure that we caught a ton of fish and taught my son Hank loads about fishing for the next time. Great fun for the family.

Jonathan

Verified Review Fishing

Hunter was great with the kids. He definitely got us on the fish. The kids were so busy reeling in fish that I couldn’t! They had a great time.! Thanks!!

Nancy

Verified Review Fishing

Wow Captain Hunter and Brooke! Rocked us to Lobster 🦞 Heaven ! Knowledgeable, Eco friendly. !! Great fast boat! This is it if you want an experience fishing lobster snorkeling!! We will be back !! Thank you 😊

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1500 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.
Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.
Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our team is always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!