About Your Trip

Flats

Inshore

Get out there and join Captain GW on this picture-perfect fishing charter in Islamorada, FL! He's a long-time guide with a star-studded record of putting clients on new personal bests. Whether you're an old-timer or a first-timer, you'll have a blast out there while enjoying the scenic beauty of the Florida Keys.

On this charter, you'll chase Keys classics on the fly or spin, including Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon, Snook, and Redfish! These species are challenging ... Read More

About Your Guide

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

28 Years of Experience

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Having been born in South Florida, I was raised around the water. I began fishing the waters I guide in at age 6 with my father and started guiding fishing charters at the age of 20. I have a deep passion for sharing the experiences I’ve grown to love. Everyone is welcome, from novices and children to experienced anglers. My main goal is to ensure a relaxed, comfortable, and memorable day on the water. Join me, and let's have a great day fishing!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

The largest fish I’ve ever caught that was weighed, was a 280 pound blue marlin when I was 17 years old.

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Dolphin in the Weeds! It was the signature dish at a restaurant in Islamorada called Bentleys.

Whats your favorite band?

If I had to pick one to listen to the rest of my life, it would have to be Jimmy Buffett

Whats your favorite movie?

The original Jaws

Whats your favorite sports team?

The West Virginia mountaineers football

Whats your drink of choice?

Non-alcoholic would be an Arnold Palmer. I have taken a lot of ribbing for my beer of choice, Miller Genuine Draft

What do you want for Christmas this year?

To have all my family at my house. Which I’m happy to say worked out!

How did you get started guiding?

I actually started guiding before I was old enough to have a captains license. I grew up doing the kind of fishing I do now because when I got old enough to drive, I would take my friends that didn’t really fish much and “guide“ them I would also take my mothers friends from work husbands fishing, I would pick them up at the tackle shop I worked at and trailer down to flamingo, fish all day and trailer back to Fort Lauderdale for $75 a day, boy how times have changed!

What makes you different from other guides?

I am fortunate enough to guide on the same waters. I’ve spent the last 43 years fishing. I would say I’m one of the few guides that really enjoys fishing with women, children and novices. It’s very rewarding to help people get more out of angling and experience through my instruction and experience.

Start Location

Safe Harbor Angler House, Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL, USA (this guide can be flexible with their start location) | Bodies of water fished: Florida Bay, Florida Keys, Everglades National Park, Key Largo

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Hells Bay Marquesa
Year Built: 2003
Boat Length: 17
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 115
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Removable custom casting platform/stool. Removable trolling motor. Live well. Built-in cooler.

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, Permit, Redfish, Snook, Tarpon

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing, Fly Fishing, Light Tackle Fishing, Live Bait Fishing, Sight Casting, Topwater Fishing

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip: I have all tackle and licenses needed. If you have your own saltwater capable gear you’re welcome to bring it. Essential items are quality polarized sunglasses, dark brimmed hat or cap. Sun block, no aerosol please. Buff or bandana. Light rain gear that can double as windbreaker during cooler months. Feel free to discuss additional items as you feel necessary. Only requirement is to enjoy yourself and allow me to give you memorable experience showing you what I love about being a guide!
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 4 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account.

Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours	6 Hours	4 Hours
2 People	$990.00	$825.00	$660.00
1 Person	$990.00	$825.00	$660.00

Reviews

David

Verified Review Fishing

March 15

We truly enjoyed our fly fishing trip with Capt GW. His boat was clean and comfortable and Capt GW was very personable and knowledgeable. We had some tougher conditions with wind that allowed him to give me so much needed help and encouragement on techniques to help my skills. ...Read More

peter

Verified Review Fishing

February 19

Wonderful trip. Wonderful captain. First rate. Gentle but firm with a rookie- just what I wanted. Just what I needed. He would have stayed out longer but my arms, they were jello. Also, incredibly informative about the different fisheries, the environment, the current challenges facing the keys - a joy ...Read More

Philip

Verified Review Fishing

October 16

Captain GW was an awesome guide! As an angler I have a higher standard, however fishing with my 12 year old daughter, I was hoping that we’d get someone who was patient, knowledgeable and an all around good guy as well. Some guides are kinda too salty, but GW was ...Read More

Aldo

Verified Review Fishing

July 6

GW was nice guide and enjoyed fishing with him. He was very knowledgeable about the snook and redfish habits, as a result we caught some fish…Thank You

Kaleb

Verified Review Fishing

April 10

Awesome full Keys experience. Seatrout, Snook, Sun, Rain it had it all. Saw dolphins, sharks, stingrays, and lots of birds. GW was great to talk to and taught us alot about the area. Will recommend to friends.

First Time Booking with Us?

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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 credit for the full deposit of the trip to be used on any of our trips across the country. Your safety is our top concern.

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