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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

The Florida Keys backcountry and nearshore waters around Islamorada hold an exceptional variety of species, and Captain Juan's four to eight hour inshore trip gives you access to some of the most sought-after fish in the Keys. Tarpon, snook, permit, barracuda, jack crevalle, mangrove snapper, lane snapper, mutton snapper, black grouper, and red grouper are all in play depending on the season, the tide, and where fish are holding on a given day.

That species list spans multiple environments and techniques, and Captain Juan moves between them throughout the trip to put clients on the most active fish available. Permit on the flats, tarpon rolling through a channel, snook tucked tight to mangrove edges, and grouper holding on nearshore structure all require different presentations and a guide who knows when and where to find each one. Captain Juan's deep familiarity with the Islamorada fishery and his investment in the latest tackle and equipment give every angler on board a genuine advantage from the moment lines go in the water.

Islamorada sits at the center of one of the most diverse inshore and nearshore fisheries in Florida, with access to backcountry flats, tidal channels, and reef structure all within range of a single trip. The four to eight hour window gives Captain Juan the flexibility to cover meaningful water and adjust the approach as conditions develop throughout the day.

The 22-foot Ranger bay boat is powered by a new generation Yamaha SHO 250-horsepower four-stroke, with a trolling motor and Raptor shallow water anchor for quiet, precise positioning in skinny water. Live wells, a T-top, JL stereo, dry storage, and fish box round out a well-appointed platform built for a serious day on the Keys. There is no onboard restroom, so plan accordingly.

Book a trip with Captain Juan out of Islamorada and experience the full range of what the Florida Keys inshore fishery has to offer.

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 hours	6 hours	8 hours
1 Person	$800.00	$1,000.00	$1,200.00
2 People	$800.00	$1,000.00	$1,200.00
3 People	$800.00	$1,000.00	$1,200.00
4 People	$800.00	$1,000.00	$1,200.00
5 People (two boats)	$1,600.00	$2,000.00	$2,400.00
6 People (two boats)	$1,600.00	$2,000.00	$2,400.00
7 People (two boats)	$1,600.00	$2,000.00	$2,400.00
8 People (two boats)	$1,600.00	$2,000.00	$2,400.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Juan G.

Independent Guide

Veteran

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

Quality

About Your Guide

Juan G.

Independent Guide

Capt Juan was born and raised in beautiful Puerto Rico where the pristine Caribbean water was his playground. Since Capt Juan was in diapers he already had a fishing rod in hand spending as much time in the water as on land and building a passion for fishing and water sports that is as strong now as it's ever been. He fished both the inshore and offshore waters of Puerto Rico where he started building a vast amount off knowledge of sport fishing in both inshore waters and off shore.

As a young man Capt Juan joined the US Navy where he was station in California onboard the USS MT. Vernon. After traveling the world and learning about seamanship it was time to move on and seek a higher education. Capt Juan moved to Rhode Island where he enrolled at Johnson and Whales University and graduated with high honors and two degrees, one in Hospitality Management and the other in Travel and Tourism Management. Somehow Capt Juan found time to guide part time on the waters of Narragansset Bay for Striped Bass and giant Bluefish.

It was in Rhode Island that Capt Juan met his wife Kelley, a beautiful country girl from Chichester, New Hampshire. After graduation they both started working at the Cheeca Lodge and Spa in Islamorada, Florida Keys. It was then that Capt Juan decided that it was time to seek his real passion, fishing! Capt Juan is an easygoing, fun family man. There is nothing that Capt Juan loves more than sharing his passion for the water with his anglers. In 2008 our family was blessed with our first son Tony and two years later our second son Jimmy joined our family. Capt Juan is currently the Florida Sportsman Magazine weekend fishing forecaster for the Florida Keys backcountry and has been featured in the Florida Sportsman TV show and Florida Sportsman Magazine.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

200lb Tarpon

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

Triple Tail, Snook, Lane Snappers

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

200lb Tarpon

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

Triple Tail, Snook, Lane Snappers

What’s your favorite band?

Grateful Dead

What’s your favorite movie?

Saving Private Ryan

What’s your favorite sports team?

Miami Hurricanes

What’s your drink of choice?

Iced Tea

What was your last halloween costume?

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Good weather

How did you get started guiding?

People started seeing my catch and wanted me to show them how to do it.

What makes you different from other guides?

My easy going personality and knowledge of fishing

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

Islamorada, Florida

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

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Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Ranger
Boat Length: 22'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Ranger
Boat Length: 22'
Boat Restroom: No
Additional Amenities: Live wells, T top, JL Stereo, dry storage, fish box, Trolling motor and Raptor shallow water anchor

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart » View Recent Islamorada Fishing Reports »

Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip. We have water and ice in Yeti cooler and feel free to bring anything else to eat or drink.

You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.

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%).

Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code 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 event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.