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About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Join Captain Cole for a 4-hour half-day fishing charter, a great option for anglers looking to spend a few hours on the water while staying closer to shore. Trips typically depart at 6:30 AM, with afternoon departures also available if you prefer a later start.

Depending on the season and conditions, you may target Snapper, Grouper, Sailfish, Tuna, and other local species. Captain Cole will tailor the day's approach to the time of year and current conditions, using the techniques that best suit the species being targeted.

You'll fish aboard Captain Cole's 34' sportfisher, a federally permitted vessel with plenty of room to fish comfortably. The boat is equipped with livewells, a tuna tower, comfortable seating, and an icebox, and it features an onboard restroom for added comfort. Bluetooth audio is also available, so you're welcome to connect your phone and play your own music during the trip.

Because this trip stays closer to land than a full-day offshore charter, it can offer a more comfortable ride on windy days while still providing access to productive fishing grounds.

This trip is suitable for anglers of all experience levels, from first-timers to experienced fishermen. Young anglers are welcome aboard, making it a great choice for families, and the trip is also accessible for many guests with disabilities. If you have specific accessibility needs, it's a good idea to discuss them with Captain Cole before your trip so he can help ensure the day is a good fit.

All bait, tackle, and fish cleaning are included, so you'll have everything you need for a day on the water. We recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any other personal items you'd like to have with you. Lunch is not provided, so please bring any food, snacks, and drinks you'd like for the trip. Beer is welcome aboard as long as it's in cans—no glass containers, please.

Whether you're looking to introduce someone to fishing or simply enjoy a few hours on the water, this half-day trip offers a relaxed way to explore the local fishery alongside Captain Cole.

Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea, 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.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

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.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 hours
1 Person	$1,100.00
2 People	$1,100.00
3 People	$1,100.00
4 People	$1,100.00
5 People	$1,100.00
6 People	$1,100.00
7 People (two boats)	$2,200.00
8 People (two boats)	$2,200.00
9 People (two boats)	$2,200.00
10 People (two boats)	$2,200.00
11 People (two boats)	$2,200.00
12 People (two boats)	$2,200.00

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

About Your Guide

Cole T.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Quality

Adventurous

My name is Cole, I am an avid outdoorsman who loves to hunt and fish! I’ve been fishing in the Florida keys now for 12 years and absolutely love every second of it, each and every fish caught is just as exciting or more as the last! Here on our charters we like to focus on having fun and catching fish all while learning the ways to do it! We strive to teach you everything...

About Your Guide

Cole T.

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Tiger shark

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

Homemade sushi rolls

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Tiger shark

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

Homemade sushi rolls

What’s your favorite band?

All classic rock

What’s your favorite movie?

Apocalypto

What’s your favorite sports team?

N/A

What’s your drink of choice?

N/A

What was your last halloween costume?

Captain Morgan

What do you want for Christmas this year?

N/A

How did you get started guiding?

Born and raised fishing

What makes you different from other guides?

I care about you and I care about actually catching fish.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Islamorada, Florida

Areas Fished

Florida Keys

About Your Boat

1/3

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Hatteras
Boat Length: 34'
Boat Restroom: Yes

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Hatteras
Boat Length: 34'
Boat Restroom: Yes
Additional Amenities: Livewells, a tuna tower, comfortable seating, an icebox, and an onboard restroom.

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea, 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.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

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.

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.

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.

Reviews

5.0

based on 1 review

Alexander

Verified Review

May 29

Alexander

Verified Review

May 29

Captain Cole IS. THE. MAN!!! A complete astute professional on the water! From safety to organizational skills on the boat. This team knows how to fish. We can’t forget the skipper of the boat. Talk about absolute work ethic. Consistently giving 100% effort in hunting for fish, educating the individuals fishing on the boat, and guiding us on how to properly fish the species that were being targeted. Fantastic team, fantastic work ethic, a great duo, and what an honor to learn how to fish with Captain Cole and his skipper. Thank you for a fantastic time. We will absolutely be coming back to fish with this team. Thank you Captain Cole and his skipper for having us on his boat, what an honor and an experience. Forever grateful, forever thankful.

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Trip: 8 Hour Full Day

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is home to thousands of quality, vetted fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

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.