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Offshore Thrills

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Flats Fishing

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24 ft 1 - 3 People From $575
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Deep Sea Trophy Hunt

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Ocean Thrills With Captain Don

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28 ft 1 - 4 People From $700
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Florida Keys Lobster Quest

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Best Islamorada Sportfishing

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Ultimate Offshore Thrills

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Everything to Know About Booking an Islamorada bottom fishing charter

What are the best bottom fishing charters in Islamorada?

Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in Islamorada with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 79 bottom fishing trips in Islamorada, and the most popular trips in the area are Offshore Thrills guided by Paul, Ocean Thrills with Captain Don guided by Don, and Islamorada Fishing with Capt Pete guided by Pete.

Our guides in Islamorada are rated a 4.84 out of 5 based on 3806 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly bottom fishing guides / fishing lessons in Islamorada? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Islamorada.

What types of bottom fishing charters are common in Islamorada?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Islamorada as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Islamorada are: 1. mahi mahi, 2. blackfin tuna, 3. sailfish, 4. mutton snapper, and 5. wahoo.

How much do Islamorada bottom fishing charters cost?

Prices for bottom fishing in Islamorada can range anywhere from about $750 to $2,200, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Islamorada is $942. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Islamorada is $1,493.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a bottom fishing charter in Islamorada?

The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in Islamorada is spring, and most anglers book their trips 31 days in advance.

Do I need a Islamorada fishing license and what are the bag limits in Islamorada?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Islamorada, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Islamorada. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Islamorada.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome day of fishing, thanks Sal!

    Clint T. | November 27, 2024

    Trip: 3 Hour Family Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Dan and Ryan were fantastic. The ocean was pretty rough that day but they helped us have a great time and pull in quite a few fish. We’ll be back again next year and will definitely look to hire them again!

    Moira V. | November 8, 2024

    Trip: Deep Sea, Wreck and Reef

  • ★★★★★
    Great time with Capt. Daniel . Over 25 years of experience and it shows. Good guy that went the extra mile to make us feel welcomed.

    Brandon &. | September 13, 2024

    Trip: Deep Sea, Wreck and Reef

  • ★★★★★
    Super guide. Knows the waters and area. Had a great time.

    David G. | September 12, 2024

    Trip: Flats fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great Experience!! Super knowledgeable Captain, learned alot from him and had a blast catching snapper.

    Jessica L. | September 7, 2024

    Trip: Ocean Thrills with Captain Don

  • ★★★★★
    Jason is an exceptional fisherman and superb steward of the wildlife surrounding the Keys! We caught tons of fish and had a great time with him! We would recommend taking a charter out with him!!

    Jessica P. | August 31, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Jay was an experienced captain who took us on an incredible fishing excursion. We were a group mixed fishing experience, caught tons of fish, and took plenty home with us for dinner! 10/10. We will be back!

    Paige H. | August 17, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    What a Great Trip, Ben was a Great Guide, We laughed and caught fish and had fun.

    Richard H. | August 3, 2024

    Trip: Tavernier Backcountry Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Very good trip…Caught the limit on snapper and grouper. Fun guy to hang out with for the day! Highly recommend!

    Craig W. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Ocean Thrills with Captain Don

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time! They catered to all the fishing levels and interest! As one of my bridesmaid’s said… what a perfect activity we fished, we chilled on the boat, we talked, drank, napped, and sunned at our own liking.

    Madison T. | July 30, 2024

    Trip: Full Day Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time. Capt. Bill did and amazing job!

    Seth H. | July 11, 2024

    Trip: Full day

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great trip with Capt Dylan. He worked hard for us and he delivered. Super perfessional, easy going and fun. Couldn’t have asked for a better time! We will definitely be back!

    Gary G. | July 10, 2024

    Trip: SALTWATER SAFARI REEF TRIP

  • ★★★★★
    Fantastic trip with Capt. Joel and Darren. Got us on some great Mahi Mahi, and kept at it for the whole trip. Highly recommended.

    David L. | July 8, 2024

    Trip: Marathon Offshore - 30’ Grady White

  • ★★★★★
    On behalf of Warren Herndon, Wayne Hall and myself (Dexter Hudson), I would like to report that we had an outstanding time on our fishing excursion with Captain Don. Captain Don was very enjoyable to talk and visit with and he also patiently answered all of our questions, explaining what he was doing. And he worked like a Trojan baiting and putting new hooks and leaders on our poles after sharks robbed us of our catch when we reeled in too slowly. We did manage to reel in 22 good-sized Yellow Tail snapper and were able to return home as conquering heroes with meat for the table. Don not only cleaned the fish but provided several tasty recipes. The gentlemen did the cooking, the wives joined us in devouring the meal and we all had big smiles on our faces.. Thanks Captain Don! If or when we get back, you'll be the man we call!

    Dexter D. | June 25, 2024

    Trip: Ocean Thrills with Captain Don

  • ★★★★★
    Great day! Despite the weather captain jason put us on the fish!!

    Winslow W. | June 22, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing, had a great time and was super helpful and nice

    Bart B. | June 17, 2024

    Trip: Offshore half day

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Captain Don. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and we caught a lot of fish.

    Shon M. | June 17, 2024

    Trip: Ocean Thrills with Captain Don

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Erik was on time and prepared. That 35 foot contender got us to the spot quick. Put us on his spot & pulled up some yellowtail and a half dozen keeper mutton. Two jumbos 10 and 15 pounds.

    Gil L. | June 9, 2024

    Trip: Reef Fishing Action

  • ★★★★★
    Great day- will book with Jay again 100%.

    Mckenzie K. | June 8, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    I highly recommend Anthony if you want to fish out of Key Largo. He was obviously respected by the other guides we met while we were fishing and demonstrated a great knowledge of the local water and the best places to find different species of fish. Additionally, he had excellent equipment that was in very good shape. This includes his boat. Even more important was his willingness to conduct the type of trip I wanted for my grandchildren's first fishing trip. He is also extremely affable and fun to be with. If I go back to the Keys, I won't look for a different guide. I will just call Anthony and ask, "What's biting?".

    Allen T. | June 6, 2024

    Trip: Key Largo Bays and Backcountry

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