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Marathon Half Day Fun!

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Marathon Backcountry Flats

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Sportfishing Half Day

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Deep Sea Fishing Charters In Marathon, Fl

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Marathon Key Nearshore Run

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Marathon Key Swordfish Hunt

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Marathon Key Offshore - 32’ Morgan

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Marathon Half Day Fun!

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Half Day Tarpon Trip W/ Capt Scotty

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Marathon Inshore Adventure

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Tarpon Trip With Capt Scotty

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Short Tarpon Trip

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Marathon Premier Fishing

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Marathon Key Offshore - 32’ Morgan

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Reef And Wreck Fishing

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Marathon Inshore Adventure

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Marathon Half Day Fun!

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Inshore Fishing Charter in Marathon

Backcountry Trip - 25' Custom

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Marathon Tarpon Trip - 25' Custom

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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Marathon

Deep Sea Combo (Swordfishing)

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Florida Keys Reef And Wreck Fishing

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Marathon Offshore Trip

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Shark Fishing

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Everything to Know About Booking a Fishing Charter in Marathon

What are the best fishing charters in Marathon?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 128 trips in Marathon, and the most popular trips in the area are Marathon Half Day Fun! guided by Dave, Marathon Backcountry Flats guided by Larry, and Marathon Premier Fishing guided by Brad.

Our guides in Marathon are rated a 4.92 out of 5 based on 3713 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 charters / fishing lessons in Marathon? Check out our beginner and family friendly charters in Marathon.

What types of fishing charters are common in Marathon?

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

The most commonly sought after species in Marathon are: 1. tarpon, 2. mangrove snapper, 3. mahi mahi, 4. yellowtail snapper, and 5. permit.

The most common fishing techniques in Marathon are live bait fishing, light tackle fishing, and artificial lure fishing but bottom fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do Marathon fishing charters cost?

Prices in Marathon can range anywhere from about $700 to $2,300, but the average price for a half day trip in Marathon is $1,002. The average price for a full day trip in Marathon is $1,581.

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 fishing in Marathon?

The most popular season for fishing in Marathon is summer, and most anglers book their trips 25 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    He was very attentive and really knowledgeable. Definitely would book again

    Dylan P. | November 16, 2024

    Trip: Catch Your Own Tasty Lobster!

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing day. Friendly, helpful captain who also found some great fishing. I learned about the yellow brick road today. If not sure what that is, ask Captain Frank to show you. Have fun,

    Overman J. | November 12, 2024

    Trip: Reefs and Wreck Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Fun trip and caught some keepers and some we tossed back. Capt was very good.

    Karen H. | November 3, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Tarpon Trip w/ Capt Scotty

  • ★★★★★
    Eric was great we were catching fish the entire time. I wanted to catch a tarpon and in 10 minutes we had landed one. Exceptional trip tarpon snook and grouper. I would recommend to anyone who wants to catch fish

    Walter L. | October 21, 2024

    Trip: Back Country Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience with Captain Allen. He took the time to get in the water with us and show us where and how to find lobster. Very informative and went out of his way to assure we had a successful trip.

    Wendy H. | September 24, 2024

    Trip: Catch Your Own Tasty Lobster!

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience. Allen went above and beyond to ensure we hd a great tine. This was our first time lobstering, and Allen patiently taught us everything we need to know and helped us every step of the way. Could not have asked for more, as Allen made this trip exceed our expectations!

    Stephen R. | September 15, 2024

    Trip: Catch Your Own Tasty Lobster!

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Allen went above and beyond to make our trip memorable! Family of four with 2 teen boys. They had a blast

    Joseph D. | July 24, 2024

    Trip: Catch Your Own Tasty Lobster!

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Josh! Josh was very knowledgeable about the waters that made for a successful fishing trip! Thanks for everything!!

    Jacque D. | July 20, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Josh was very professional and accommodating. Very good with the kiddos!

    Jerry S. | July 16, 2024

    Trip: Bottom Fishing Reefs and Wrecks

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    My wife and I did a mix of reef fishing and offshore fishing to make an 8 hour trip. The bite was spotty at times, but we found a few schools of mahi mahi and were able to catch several of them throughout the day! We only had one keeper size, but it was very exciting to get into them and watch them hit our baits. Captain Steve and first mate Mike worked nonstop to get us into more fish. They can’t control if the fish will bite, but they certainly gave it their best effort. They also had great hospitality and offered plenty of fun stories and advice. We took our fresh catch to Lazy Days that evening and had an incredible dinner.

    Cooper S. | June 27, 2024

    Trip: Marathon Key Nearshore Run

  • ★★★★★
    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 Randy comes highly recommended. This was a retirement trip for my brother and it was truly amazing!! Captain Randy went above and beyond to make sure our 2 day trip was full of action, and adventure. His love for The Florida Keys is contagious. He will put you on the fish! If you seriously love fishing, he’s your guy! Captan Experiences made booking and paying our Captain so much easier than doing it over the phone. Everything was seamless and I look forward to booking with them and Captain Randy again.

    Dave A. | June 24, 2024

    Trip: FL Keys Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Pete and Kristy were absolutely awesome! We had an excellent time with the Louisiana/Texas combo ;) Captain Pete was patient about explaining the estuary of the Keys and species. We caught 6 different species and 3 sharks! Great time- see ya’ll next year🦈🎣😃

    Andrew W. | June 5, 2024

    Trip: Islamorada Fishing with Capt Pete

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely fantastic experience. Fun guys to be on a boat with and top-notch professionals. They were absolutely fantastic with my kids as well.

    Zac R. | June 3, 2024

    Trip: Spear the Depths: Reef & Wreck

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Randy was kind, very knowledgeable of the area as well as where to find the giant Tarpon. We had a wonderful time talking about everything, getting to know one another and We appreciated his extensive knowledge of fishing the Islamorada waters. His equipment is new and tackle is spot on and we enjoyed every moment of our trip.

    Dave A. | May 24, 2024

    Trip: Islamorada Tarpon on the Fly

  • ★★★★★
    Great day out with Captain Billy B that I strongly recommend. When I said I wanted to catch trout, I was not expecting to catch over 50 on a 6 hour trip. Not only does Captain Billy know his fishing spots in the Everglades but he will also take the time to teach you how to improve your techniques. How to catch a fish at almost every cast. am sure he is great with kids. If you are looking for a monthly rental, or even buying a house in the area, he is also your man.

    Cornelissen M. | May 20, 2024

    Trip: Chasing Tarpon

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