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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Head out with Captain Josh for an action-packed day of fly fishing in the Islamorada flats! The inshore flats in this world-famous fishing hotspot provide excellent year round fishing for a host of sought-after species. Let Captain Josh show you why fly fishers from all over flock to this fishing paradise!

On this 4 to 8-hour trip, Captain Josh will take you into the beautiful Islamorada backcountry flats where you'll be fly fishing for sought-after fish including Barracuda, Black Drum, Bonefish, Jack Crevalle, Permit, Redfish, Snook, and Tarpon. Although many of these elusive fish require some pretty accurate casting, Captain Josh is happy to help anglers of any skill level and will provide expert-level instruction to accommodate you and guests!

You'll be aboard a 17' Maverick HPX-V skiff boat with capacity for 2 anglers. Powered by a 90 HP Mercury engine, this boat was designed with shallow waters in mind and she'll have no problem letting you creep up on even the most skittish fish. It comes equipped with GPS, Fishfinder, a Live Bait Well, a Wireless Trolling Motor, and an Ice Box to store your catches.

Captain Josh will provide all rods, reels, tackle and fishing licenses. All you need to bring is sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food or drinks you might need. Come aboard with Captain Josh and see what all the Islamorada buzz is about!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

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

Flexible Cancelation

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

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

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

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 Hours	6 Hours	8 Hours
1 Person	$600.00	$750.00	$900.00
2 People	$600.00	$750.00	$900.00

Pay $105 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

Josh C.

Independent Guide 17 years of exp.

About Your Guide

Josh C.

Independent Guide 17 years of exp.

Located in Islamorada, Florida, Captain Josh offers fly fishing and light tackle fishing charters for Tarpon, Bonefish, Permit, Snook, Redfish, Jack Crevalle, Snapper, and more!

Whether on the hunt to catch as many Florida Keys species as possible, or focused on stalking Permit on the flats, Captain Josh looks forward to sharing this world-class fishery with you.

Captain Josh's fly fishing guiding career spans over 10 years and multiple diverse geographies. Excellent with beginners and experts alike, Captain Josh has seen it all.

From guiding for Salmon and Steelhead in Michigan, to catching Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout in the Grand Tetons of Wyoming, to the breathtaking saltwater species of the Florida Keys, Josh's infatuation with the journey is what keeps him on his toes. He is a student of the sport, and enjoys teaching anglers how to cast and present flies as much as he enjoys watching anglers set the hook, fight the fish, capture the picture, and the release.

From casting artificial lures at Snook and Speckled Trout to targeting Permit, Bonefish, and Tarpon on the fly, Captain Josh looks forward to providing the gear, knowledge, experience, and passion necessary for a fantastic day fishing the Florida Keys.

Fill in date, party size, trip duration, and start time above to book and get out there with Captain Experiences and Captain Josh out of Islamorada, Florida!

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Key Largo, Florida

Areas Fished

Islamorada Underwater Coral Gardens
Duck Key
Key Largo

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Key largo Fly Fishing the Flats

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Maverick HPX-V
Boat Length: 17'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Maverick HPX-V
Boat Length: 17'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 90
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, Ice Box

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

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

Flexible Cancelation

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

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

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

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Fly Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Beverages beyond water and any food. Sunscreen. SPF clothing. Hat, polarized sunglasses. All tackle, rods and reels, live bait as needed and a cooler full of ice and water included.

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

4.0

based on 1 review

Simon

Verified Review

November 5

We had a great start to the day with some early action and a nice redfish in the boat (see photo) but then the weather and conditions turned against us. Despite that Capt Josh worked really hard to find fish, was great company and we had a super day. I would definitely recommend Capt Josh and will fish with him when I come back to the Keys.

Simon

Verified Review

November 5

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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, bait, 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.