Guide:

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

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 Bobby on a thrilling Tarpon fishing adventure in the crystal clear waters of Marathon, FL! On board his spacious 35' Pursuit center console, you'll be able to chase the "Silver King" as well as Sharks, Permit, Kingfish, Grouper, and other species. All of these fish hard, so you'll be in for an exciting day! Tarpon in particular as an acrobatic fish, known for their high jumps and thrilling runs, providing an adrenaline-pumping fight for even the most experienced angler.

With top-of-the-line gear provided by Captain Bobby, you'll be ready to hook into these sportfish as they migrate through the area during the peak season. With patience and perseverance, you'll feel the weight of the Tarpon on the end of your line and the rush of excitement as you battle to bring it to the boat.

In addition, you'll be able to hook up a range of other species, from Permit to Pompano, as well as Groupers, Sharks, Barracuda, and more! Bobby's 35' Pursuit center console is an ideal boat for this kind of fishing, we 360º of deck to allow you to fish with ease! She's also powered by twin 300 Yamahas, so you'll be able to get out to the fishing grounds in no time. Book your trip today and take advantage of the amazing fishing that Marathon has to offer!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

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.

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

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.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Guide

Bobby B.

Outfitter 41 years of exp.

Veteran

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Adventurous

Quality

Expert Oriented

About Your Guide

Bobby B.

Outfitter 41 years of exp.

Growing up at a marina and becoming a Captain at age 18, Capt. Bob has literally lived most of his life out on the water. Even after 30+yrs as a Florida Keys fishing guide, Capt. Bob has a huge passion for fishing! Giving the customer a high-quality experience on the water every day is his mission. Capt. Bob has fished up and down the eastern seaboard including the entire FL Keys and South Florida area over many years as a guide and tournament fisherman. He has the experience to put you on the fish, and keep you safe out on the ocean. He has been guiding in the Marathon area exclusively for the past 30yrs and is a live bait, light tackle expert. Capt. Bob has been a consistent top performer in Tarpon, Sailfish & Dolphin tournaments and most recently guiding his anglers to a first and second place finish in the Marathon Habitat for Humanity Mother’s Day Dolphin Tournament. To quote Capt. Bob: “To see the thrill in the person’s eyes when they hook that ‘bucket list’ fish of a lifetime, or to show young people the wonders of the ocean for the first time and plant the seeds of outdoor life in their minds are the main reasons I still love what I do after all these years”.
Captain Bob has been fishing the Florida Keys since the early 1970’s as a kid with his father on vacations. Then came to the Keys and started Sundance Sportfishing in 1980, logging 200 to 300 fishing trips per year. Captain Bob has completed numerous bad weather rescues of other boaters over the years.
Captain Bob has also been an outdoor writer for several magazines and newspapers, done radio and television shows most recently on the Outdoor Channel’s “School of Fishing” weekly show. Capt. Bob is also an experienced, courteous and hardworking guide who wants to put you on the fish of a lifetime!

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

800lb. Marlin

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

Snapper or Grouper

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

800lb. Marlin

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

Snapper or Grouper

Whats your favorite band?

Eagles, AC/DC

Whats your favorite movie?

Tombstone, Shawshank Redemption

Whats your favorite sports team?

Tampa Bay Bucs

Whats your drink of choice?

Tequila

What was your last halloween costume?

Hugh Heffner

What do you want for Christmas this year?

more charters and Life Long customers

How did you get started guiding?

Hobby turned professional

What makes you different from other guides?

We listen to the customers needs and do what it takes to exceed expectations. We build Lifetime Customers.

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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.

Marathon, Florida

Areas Fished

Florida Keys
Big Pine Key
Cudjoe Key
Duck Key
Summerland Key

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Pursuit
Year Built: 2006
Boat Length: 35'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Pursuit
Year Built: 2006
Boat Length: 35'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 600
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: All safety and fishing equipment included..

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

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.

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

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.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Fly Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Sight Casting
Topwater Fishing

Everything Else to Know

All rods, reels, and tackle are included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any gear of your own you want to use on the trip.

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

This trip is managed by an outfitter. Bobby will be your point of contact and you will go out with one of their guides.

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 2 reviews

Karen

Verified Review

November 3

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

Karen

Verified Review

November 3

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

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Sean

Verified Review

May 12

Had an excellent tarpon trip with Capt Bob! We were in and amongst the fish all day, my arms are sore.. Epic day on the water!

Sean

Verified Review

May 12

Had an excellent tarpon trip with Capt Bob! We were in and amongst the fish all day, my arms are sore.. Epic day on the water!

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