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About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Get out there and chase down some thrilling pelagic fish on this trip with Captain Joel! You'll be cool and comfortable on board this 30' Grady White, which is purpose-built for offshore performance.

Marathon, FL is world-famous for sportfishing, and for good reason! Not only is the water here rich with life, but it's also right on the edge of the shelf, so you can hook up exciting deep-sea species less than an hour from the dock.

This trip can be a half-day, a 3/4 day, or a full day of fishing depending on your preferences, but no matter what you choose, you'll be targeting prime nearshore gamefish species such as Barracuda, Cobia, Mahi, African Pompano, Kingfish, and more. On longer tips, you'll also have the opportunity to troll for major species including Sailfish, Wahoo, Blue Marlin, and Blackfin Tuna. Every single one of these fish is a hard fighter, and once they take that bait, it's game on!

Captain Joel will come prepared with everything you need for an exhilarating day on the water, including bait, rods, reels, and tackle. All you need to bring is your sunscreen, some sunglasses, and a good attitude! Head out there and have a blast!

Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

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.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Boat Restroom

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

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	10 Hours
1 Person	$1,295.00	$1,595.00	$2,295.00
2 People	$1,295.00	$1,595.00	$2,295.00
3 People	$1,295.00	$1,595.00	$2,295.00
4 People	$1,295.00	$1,595.00	$2,295.00
5 People	$1,295.00	$1,595.00	$2,295.00
6 People	$1,295.00	$1,595.00	$2,295.00

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

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You're in good hands

Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know where to put you on fish.

About Your Guide

Joel B.

Independent Guide 23 years of exp.

Talkative

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Laid-back

Quality

Captain Joel is a native Floridian and resident to Marathon and the Florida Keys. He has fished and hunted the globe from Africa to Argentina, Australia to Hawaii, Costa Rica to Canada, Bahamas to Mexico, Virgin Islands to Puerto Rico along with many other areas. After his vast experience of different lands and waters, he is convinced the world’s most epic fishing adventures are right here in Marathon and the Florida Keys waters! Let Captain...

About Your Guide

Joel B.

Independent Guide 23 years of exp.

Captain Joel is a native Floridian and resident to Marathon and the Florida Keys. He has fished and hunted the globe from Africa to Argentina, Australia to Hawaii, Costa Rica to Canada, Bahamas to Mexico, Virgin Islands to Puerto Rico along with many other areas.

After his vast experience of different lands and waters, he is convinced the world’s most epic fishing adventures are right here in Marathon and the Florida Keys waters!

Let Captain Joel prove to you that this is unequivocally the true sportsman’s epicenter!

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

500lb Goliath Grouper

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

Fried fish

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

500lb Goliath Grouper

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

Fried fish

What’s your favorite band?

Lynryd Skynyrd

What’s your favorite movie?

Forest Gump

What’s your favorite sports team?

Tampa Bay Bucs

What’s your drink of choice?

Water

What was your last halloween costume?

A human banana

What do you want for Christmas this year?

A 50lb bull mahi

How did you get started guiding?

Grandfather was a Florida Keys guide and fishing Captain for over 40 years

What makes you different from other guides?

No fish No pay policy

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Marathon, Florida

Areas Fished

Florida Keys
Big Pine Key
Cudjoe Key
Duck Key
Summerland Key

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Marathon Offshore - 30’ Grady White

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Grady White
Boat Length: 30'
Total Horsepower: 400

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Grady White
Boat Length: 30'
Total Horsepower: 400
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: Walk-in bathroom, A/C cabin

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

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.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

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).
Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

Hat, sunscreen, polarized sunglasses. Rods, reels, tackle 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

5.0

based on 13 reviews

David

Verified Review

July 8

Fantastic trip with Capt. Joel and Darren. Got us on some great Mahi Mahi, and kept at it for the whole trip. Highly recommended.

David

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July 8

Fantastic trip with Capt. Joel and Darren. Got us on some great Mahi Mahi, and kept at it for the whole trip. Highly recommended.

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Arthur

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May 5

We had a rough weather day but Capt Joe Joe put us on a lot of Mahi off shore and Yellowtail closer in. Outstanding day for our group and great boat handling skills from our captain and first mate. Will definitely book with them again.

Arthur

Verified Review

May 5

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Trip: Marathon Offshore Slam- 50’ Bertram

David

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April 23

Very good inshore trip - caught plenty of fish and numerous species. Planning to book again next year,

David

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April 23

Very good inshore trip - caught plenty of fish and numerous species. Planning to book again next year,

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Casie

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September 10

We had a great time with Joel & his crew. Caught a ton of fish, & enjoyed our time offshore :)
We’ll be back to do it again!

Casie

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September 10

We had a great time with Joel & his crew. Caught a ton of fish, & enjoyed our time offshore :)
We’ll be back to do it again!

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Trip: Marathon Offshore - 30’ Boca Grande

Russell

Verified Review

September 6

Our group of four had a great time!!! Will take a trip again with Joel the next time we are in Marathon FL.

Russell

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September 6

Our group of four had a great time!!! Will take a trip again with Joel the next time we are in Marathon FL.

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Trip: Marathon Offshore - 30’ Boca Grande

Robert

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September 7

Where do I start? I am a Florida native and this was the most AMAZING trip I’ve ever had. From the great time on the boat, excellent gear, the best captain and first mate I’ve been around in 30 years of fishing, and let’s not forget TONS OF FISH!!!! If you are planning a trip here look no further than Capt Joel!!!! AMAZING !!!!!

Robert

Verified Review

September 7

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Trip: Marathon Offshore Slam- 50’ Bertram

Jacquelyn

Verified Review

August 2

It was a perfect day with Captain Joel. We went out 30 miles to the “humps” catching two mahi and 6 tuna, all keepers!

Jacquelyn

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August 2

It was a perfect day with Captain Joel. We went out 30 miles to the “humps” catching two mahi and 6 tuna, all keepers!

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Trip: Marathon Offshore - 30’ Boca Grande

Connor

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July 3

Captain Joel was awesome. Super chill and laid back. He took us out with the kids and taught them how to deep sea fish too. When we come back to Marathon we will definitely be booking with him again!! Such a good time!!

Connor

Verified Review

July 3

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Trip: Marathon Offshore - 30’ Boca Grande

Thomas

Verified Review

May 22

Carol, Doug, and I enjoyed our near-shore 6-hour fishing trip with Captain Joel and Ana Banana charters in Marathon. We went out past Sombrero Reef and fished for yellow tailed snapper and caught many. We targeted grouper on the bottom as well. Next we fished near the seven mile bridge for permit and yellow jacks. Last we fished a sunken ship for snappers and groupers. Captain Joel knows his business and we caught many fish...

Thomas

Verified Review

May 22

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Trip: Marathon Mixed Bag - 24' Haynie

Yurko

Verified Review

January 25

Ol Captain was an absolute beauty. You won’t get a better trip out in the keys. If you’re looking for a good time you won’t find better. We caught so many fish out of season that it fed us for days. And to make it better Captain made sure that we were all enjoying ourselves throughout the trip. 6 hours but it felt like 30 min! First mate Cap Eddy was on top of...

Yurko

Verified Review

January 25

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Trip: Marathon Mixed Bag - 24' Haynie

Robert

Verified Review

March 11

Great charter. Awesome Captain and First Mate

Robert

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March 11

Great charter. Awesome Captain and First Mate

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Trip: Marathon Offshore - 30’ Boca Grande

Kristina

Verified Review

July 10

We had the best time with Captain Joel & Dwayne. They were extremely accommodating & made our experience the best!

Kristina

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July 10

We had the best time with Captain Joel & Dwayne. They were extremely accommodating & made our experience the best!

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Trip: Marathon Offshore - 30’ Boca Grande

Lisa

Verified Review

July 30

Great Trip! We enjoyed ourselves and are going home with LOTS of snapper. Reeled in my first shark. Thanks Captain
!

Lisa

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July 30

Great Trip! We enjoyed ourselves and are going home with LOTS of snapper. Reeled in my first shark. Thanks Captain
!

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Trip: Marathon Mixed Bag - 24' Haynie

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