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Everything to Know About Booking an Islamorada tripletail fishing charter

What are the best tripletail fishing charters in Islamorada?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 11 tripletail trips in Islamorada, and the most popular trips in the area are Flats fishing guided by Nick, Islamorada Reefs and Wrecks guided by Conan, and Keys Offshore Fishing Adventure guided by Chris.

Our guides in Islamorada are rated a 4.98 out of 5 based on 3816 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 tripletail guides / fishing lessons in Islamorada? Check out our beginner and family friendly tripletail guides in Islamorada.

What types of tripletail fishing charters are common in Islamorada?

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

The most common fishing techniques in Islamorada are light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and drift fishing but artificial lure fishing and fly fishing are popular as well.

How much do Islamorada tripletail fishing charters cost?

Prices for tripletail in Islamorada can range anywhere from about $650 to $1,165, but the average price for a half day trip for tripletail in Islamorada is $729. The average price for a full day trip for tripletail in Islamorada is $951.

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 tripletail fishing in Islamorada?

The most popular season for tripletail fishing in Islamorada is summer, and most anglers book their trips 31 days in advance.

Do I need a Islamorada fishing license for tripletail and what are the bag limits for tripletail 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.

What is tripletail fishing in Islamorada all about?

Tripletail, scientifically known as Lobotes surinamensis, is a fascinating and sought-after species among anglers in Isla Morada. These fish are easily recognizable by their unique appearance, characterized by their triangular-shaped bodies and three distinct dorsal fins. Tripletail are typically found in warm coastal waters, including bays, estuaries, and nearshore reefs, where they often float near the surface, resembling pieces of debris or floating vegetation. This behavior makes them challenging yet rewarding targets for anglers who enjoy sight-fishing and casting to structure.

In Isla Morada, tripletail can be targeted year-round, although they are most abundant during the warmer months. Spring and summer are prime times to encounter these elusive fish, as they become more active in response to rising water temperatures. Tripletail are opportunistic feeders, preying on small baitfish, shrimp, and crustaceans, making them responsive to a variety of artificial lures and live baits. Anglers can increase their chances of success by focusing their efforts around floating debris, channel markers, buoys, and other structure where tripletail are known to congregate.

When it comes to fishing techniques for tripletail in Isla Morada, anglers often employ a variety of methods depending on the conditions and the fish's behavior. Sight-fishing with light tackle and live bait, such as shrimp or small baitfish, is a popular approach, especially when targeting fish near the surface or around structure. Additionally, casting artificial lures, such as soft plastics, jigs, or topwater plugs, can be effective for enticing strikes from tripletail. Patience and keen observation are key when targeting these fish, as they can be selective and easily spooked, requiring stealthy presentations and accurate casts to entice a bite.

What are the most popular months to fish for tripletail fishing in Islamorada?

Tripletail fishing in Isla Morada offers anglers the opportunity to target this elusive species throughout the year, with varying levels of success depending on the season. While tripletail can be found in local waters year-round, their abundance and activity levels fluctuate with changing environmental conditions. Generally, the best time to target tripletail in Isla Morada is during the warmer months of spring and summer, when water temperatures rise and trigger increased feeding activity.

During the spring months, typically from March to May, tripletail become more active as water temperatures begin to rise and baitfish populations increase. This period marks the start of the spawning season for many marine species, including tripletail, leading to heightened activity and feeding behavior. Anglers can expect to encounter tripletail nearshore and around structure such as buoys, channel markers, and floating debris, where they often congregate in search of food and suitable spawning habitat.

Summer, extending from June to August, is considered prime time for targeting tripletail in Isla Morada. As water temperatures reach their peak during this period, tripletail become more abundant and actively feed in shallow coastal waters. Anglers can capitalize on this by focusing their efforts around structure-rich areas, where tripletail seek refuge and ambush prey. Sight-fishing becomes particularly productive during the summer months, as tripletail are often spotted basking near the surface or lurking beneath floating objects, presenting anglers with ample opportunities to cast and hook into these prized game fish.

What techniques are popular for catching tripletail in Islamorada?

Fishing for tripletail in Isla Morada requires anglers to employ a variety of techniques to increase their chances of success. One of the most effective methods is sight-fishing, which involves scanning the surface of the water for floating objects such as buoys, channel markers, and debris where tripletail often congregate. Once a tripletail is spotted, anglers can approach quietly and present their bait or lure with precision to entice a strike. This technique requires patience and keen observation but can yield rewarding results when executed skillfully.

Another popular technique for targeting tripletail in Isla Morada is live bait fishing. Anglers often use live shrimp, pilchards, or small baitfish rigged on a light tackle setup to entice tripletail to bite. Live bait can be presented either free-lined or suspended beneath a float, allowing it to drift naturally with the current near structure-rich areas where tripletail are known to inhabit. This method can be particularly effective when fishing around buoys, bridge pilings, and other floating objects where tripletail congregate to ambush passing prey.

For anglers looking to target tripletail using artificial lures, casting and retrieving techniques can be highly effective. Soft plastic shrimp imitations, small jigs, and topwater plugs are popular lure choices for enticing tripletail to strike. Anglers can cast these lures near structure and work them slowly and methodically to mimic the movement of natural prey. This approach requires precision casting and a good understanding of tripletail behavior, but it can result in exciting strikes and memorable fishing experiences in the waters of Isla Morada.

What other species are popular in Islamorada?

In addition to tripletail, Isla Morada offers anglers a diverse range of species to target, providing ample opportunities for exciting fishing adventures. One popular species among anglers in the area is tarpon, known for their impressive size and acrobatic leaps when hooked. These powerful fish can be found in the shallow flats, channels, and nearshore waters of Isla Morada, particularly during the warmer months when they migrate to the area in search of food and favorable spawning grounds. Anglers often target tarpon using live bait, such as mullet or crabs, as well as artificial lures like swimbaits and topwater plugs.

Another sought-after species in Isla Morada is bonefish, prized for their speed, strength, and challenging nature. These elusive fish inhabit the shallow flats and mangrove-lined shorelines, where they feed on small crustaceans and baitfish. Anglers targeting bonefish typically employ sight-fishing techniques, scanning the crystal-clear waters for signs of movement and presenting small shrimp or crab imitations with precision casts. Bonefish are known for their keen sense of sight and cautious behavior, making them a rewarding challenge for anglers of all skill levels.

For those looking for a thrilling offshore fishing experience, Isla Morada offers opportunities to target species such as mahi-mahi, wahoo, and sailfish. These pelagic species can be found in deeper waters offshore, where they roam in search of baitfish and other prey. Anglers often troll with rigged baits, such as ballyhoo or squid, or deploy live baitfish to attract these fast-swimming predators. Offshore fishing charters in Isla Morada provide anglers with access to prime fishing grounds and experienced captains who know how to locate and target these prized game fish for an unforgettable fishing adventure.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    The captain did his best to help us catch fish. As a result, the two of us were able to catch more than 15 fish.

    Koji S. | November 30, 2024

    Trip: Sportfishing Miami

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

    David G. | September 12, 2024

    Trip: Flats fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Tyler was awesome! Super nice guy who is incredibly knowledgeable about fishing the Everglades. We hooked multiple tarpon and Tyler cleaned our mangrove snapper which made for some great fish tacos that night. Highly recommend him to anyone looking for a unique Everglades experience!

    Michael S. | September 9, 2024

    Trip: Everglades Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing trip! Lots of laughs and tons of fish! We even got our target fish which was tarpon. Captain mark is great and we will definitely use him again.

    Angela F. | September 6, 2024

    Trip: Everglades Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip, would recommend without hesitation!

    Steven B. | August 31, 2024

    Trip: Islamorada Live Action Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Captain Chris today. Caught a lot of fish and had a lot of laughs. Had an unforeseen technical issue but Captains Mike and Chris took care of it with grace and humor. We’ll be back.

    Jesse S. | June 25, 2024

    Trip: Islamorada Live Action Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Andrew, put us on fish right away! He knowledgeable about all things Key Largo. He is professional, organized, and enthusiastic about what he does. We highly recommend captain andrew to anyone, and when we come back we will book with him again. Highlight of the trip was landing the nurse shark!

    Jaime P. | June 5, 2024

    Trip: Key Largo Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Our team of 6 went inshore fishing and got plenty of mangrove snappers! The captain Chris was very informative and friendly. He took us to different spots to catch fish and get a nice breezy ride with amazing scenery of Florida keys.

    Iryna B. | June 3, 2024

    Trip: Keys Offshore Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Some times you are fortunate to meet people that leave a deep impression an impregnation on you. Captain Mark is one of these rare persons. I was fortunate to go fishing with him today and we had a blast. He is so kind, so full of knowledge, that I do recommend going fishing with him. His repeated actions around the wounded warrior project are a tribute to his care about his peers and good people in general.

    Cornelissen M. | May 19, 2024

    Trip: Everglades Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great guy, great trip

    Doug K. | May 4, 2024

    Trip: Islamorada Angling Excursion

  • ★★★★★
    Tough day lots if wind. Still found fish, had a blast Chandler is an excellent guide coming back for more Tarpon

    Paul G. | April 18, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Trip - 18’ Xplor Flats Boat

  • ★★★★★
    If you want to be inspired to be a better person, laugh, and catch the most fish out of the Islamorada marina Captain Mark is the way to go. Thanks Mark for a great day. Also thank you for your service to our country and continued surrport of disabled veterans!

    Brian S. | April 6, 2024

    Trip: Everglades Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great work Captain Phil. Had a good time on the boat and caught fish all through the 8 hour day. Even when the bite slowed down captain phil ran all over to get back on the bite. We had our trout limit within the first hour of the fishing. He showed me allot of tips for casting under mangroves. Looking forward to another trip soon.

    Shaun T. | April 4, 2024

    Trip: Islamorada Live Action Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Damn great time on the water with Ben. He was willing to quickly adjust to last minute changes (remember, when you are replying to messages from Captain Experiences they might not get to the guide you are using through them). Ben got us into multiple species of fish using various methods of angling. When our time was up, we had a few "keepers" that Ben filleted up for us. It was a perfect day on the water. Thanks for the great time Ben and, more importantly, thank you for your service to our country! DO NOT HESITATE to book a trip with Ben.

    Lapene M. | March 28, 2024

    Trip: Tavernier Backcountry Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had the best experience with Andrew. He’s a born and raised in Key Largo local and he put us on a bunch of spots where fish were biting. He was so patient when we got tangled or lost our bait and was just in general super friendly and helpful. You can tell he spends his days on the water because there’s no place he’d rather be. And he also cleaned our fish with an amazing alacrity and gave us excellent recommendations on where we could have it cooked for us by highly acclaimed local chefs. It wasn’t just fishing, Andrew was the whole package.

    Erica B. | March 17, 2024

    Trip: Key Largo Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Great guide. Had a wonderful outing. Thanks for being persistant and finding us some great places to catch fish.

    Brian K. | February 22, 2024

    Trip: Flats fishing

  • ★★★★★
    What an awesome fishing guide! Omg. We caught so many fish. Cool boat, excellent ability to find the fish, great tips on local ways to get cooked for our dinner. Just had a ball!

    Renotta H. | February 22, 2024

    Trip: Key Largo Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    This was our second time fishing with this guide and we will definitely be back. Great time out on the water with these guys.

    Tony S. | February 17, 2024

    Trip: Islamorada Angling Excursion

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip!! Captain Mark is a great guide. Would love to do it again.

    Nancy J. | January 15, 2024

    Trip: Everglades Inshore Trip

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