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Inshore, Deep Sea, Flats Fishing Charter in Marathon

Half Day (4hr)

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27 ft 1 - 8 People From $800
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Marathon

Morning 1/2 Day

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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Marathon

Offshore Monster Catch

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31 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,495
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Flats Fishing Charter in Marathon

Full Day (8hr)

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27 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,200
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Marathon

Top Notch Tarpon Trips

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31 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Marathon

Mahi / Offshore Combo

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35 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,600

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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Marathon

3/4 Day (6hr)

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27 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,000
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Marathon

Top Notch Offshore Pelagics

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31 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,400
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Marathon

Looe Key Fishing Adventure

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Marathon

Sportfishing Half Day

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31 ft 1 - 6 People From $925
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Flats Fishing Charter in Marathon

4 Hr (pm)

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27 ft 1 - 8 People From $900
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Marathon

Big Shark Trip

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Everything to Know About Booking a Marathon topwater fishing charter

What are the best topwater fishing charters in Marathon?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 30 topwater fishing trips in Marathon, and the most popular trips in the area are Half day (4hr) guided by , Morning 1/2 Day guided by , and Offshore Monster Catch guided by .

Our guides in Marathon are rated a 4.88 out of 5 based on 4356 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 topwater fishing guides / fishing lessons in Marathon? Check out our beginner and family friendly topwater fishing guides in Marathon.

What types of topwater fishing charters are common in Marathon?

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

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

How much do Marathon topwater fishing charters cost?

Prices for topwater fishing in Marathon can range anywhere from about $740 to $2,900, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing in Marathon is $1,121. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing in Marathon is $1,813.

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 topwater fishing charter in Marathon?

The most popular season to go on a topwater fishing charter in Marathon is summer, and most anglers book their trips 20 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

  • ★★★★★
    Eric is a great guide. Really knows his guiding craft well. Put us on fish in difficult weather conditions. Exceeded our expectations for the day. Highly recommend him, you won't be disappointed.

    Stephen K. | April 3, 2025

    Trip: Back Country Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    Fantastic time with Eric. He is a great guide and put us on fish from the get go. Looking forward to fishing with him again. Highly recommend Capt. Eric.

    Stephen K. | April 1, 2025

    Trip: Back Country Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    Great fun with Captain Pete! He put us on some fish and he and Chissie were a great team that gave us insights into the local waters. I highly recommend them!

    William H. | March 27, 2025

    Trip: Bay/Reef/Inshore Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Great Trip! Put us right on the fish and kept it entertaining for the entire morning!

    Judson D. | March 21, 2025

    Trip: Back Country Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    My wife and I had a wonderful day of fishing with Capt.Chris. The bite was a little slow but Chris never gave up on finding fish and it turned into a good day of catching! Made for a great day on the water.

    John G. | March 12, 2025

    Trip: Half day (4hr)

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip, Captain Eric got us on many good fish and has a great knowledge of the local water.

    Charlie M. | March 10, 2025

    Trip: Back Country Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    We had an excellent time ! Great weather too. Christy and Capt Pete were excellent hosts. Thank you for a great day.

    Amanda W. | February 27, 2025

    Trip: Islamorada Fishing with Capt Pete

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Captain Joey. We are a family of 4 withlittle to no experience fishing. He was so great at helping our kids and teaching them to cast and reel. He was super patient which was so appreciated. He was very knowledgeable about the Everglades area and the fish that we could catch. I would highly recommend him for anyone interested in a fishing adventure in the area. You will definitely enjoy the adventure!

    Christine B. | February 21, 2025

    Trip: Fish Everglades National Park

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent day fishing with Captain Ron. Boated 10 snook and lots of hook ups. Caught others too but snook was the target. Great boat, comfortable ride and east to fish from.

    Don W. | February 12, 2025

    Trip: Epic Islamorada Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Joey’s the Man! We got on tons of fish and was able to see the entire national park! Not to mention he is super fun, and personable!

    Brent K. | February 8, 2025

    Trip: Fish Everglades National Park

  • ★★★★★
    Great guide, great fishing, great time!

    Bruce C. | February 6, 2025

    Trip: Epic Islamorada Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    my son and i had a great trip with Capt. Ron bringing in over 30 Mackerel plus a shard and other exciting species. he has a wealth of knowledge and experience and would recommend a trip with him for all experience levels

    Shimon P. | January 29, 2025

    Trip: Epic Islamorada Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great personality and conscientious captain. He went out of his way to accommodate our needs. I would book him again.

    William R. | January 25, 2025

    Trip: Islamorada Fishing with Capt Pete

  • ★★★★★
    Great time GW worked hard to put us on fish in tough conditions. We will be back

    James B. | December 16, 2024

    Trip: Islamorada Inshore Fishing Fun!

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent guide. Worked hard to get us into the fish. Caught over 40 fish. Having snapper and trout for dinner!

    Unknown U. | May 18, 2024

    Trip: Epic Islamorada Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Bill was great. Good dude. Knowledgeable and easy to talk with. We got a Tarpon in 1st 15 min. Great experience

    Al G. | May 7, 2024

    Trip: Top Notch Tarpon Trips

  • ★★★★★
    We had a terrific day with Pete!

    Kipp H. | April 12, 2024

    Trip: Trolling and/or Wreck Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    What an amazing day of fishing and boating. Captain Pete and his mate Christy were great with my three boys. They really made the experience "The Best Day Ever!"

    Roy G. | April 6, 2024

    Trip: Trolling and/or Wreck Fishing

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