Fishing-Private Half Day Charter

100% (2) Key West, FL 1 - 4 People 4 Hours From $900 Trip #6092
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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

4 hours on the beautiful waters of the Atlantic Ocean or the Gulf of Mexico. We can fish for a variety of species based on the time of year and what is in season. We start the day catching live bait, depending on what we are planning to fish for it can be anything from casting for Pinfish, Thread Fins, Ballyhoo Etc to throwing the cast net for some Pilchards, Mojarra or Mahua. You can...

About Your Trip

4 hours on the beautiful waters of the Atlantic Ocean or the Gulf of Mexico. We can fish for a variety of species based on the time of year and what is in season.
We start the day catching live bait, depending on what we are planning to fish for it can be anything from casting for Pinfish, Thread Fins, Ballyhoo Etc to throwing the cast net for some Pilchards, Mojarra or Mahua.
You can keep your edible catch or simply catch and release. We can talk and customize your trip based on your preferences.
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, 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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

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 kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 3 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Pricing Matrix

4 Hours
1 Person
$900.00
2 People
$900.00
3 People
$900.00
4 People
$900.00
Pay 20% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.
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About Your Guide

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Paulie M.

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide
Laid-back
Instructional
Adventurous
Quality
Talkative
Expert Oriented
Born and raised on and in the waters of Key West, FL Captain Paulie is a 5th generation Conch. Most of his early knowledge of the waters comes from his father Paul Jr., who also grew up in Key West and was a light tackle charter guide. Paulie spent a lot of time on the docks as a kid learning from many of the great local guides as well, hoping to one day be able...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Paulie

Paulie M.

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide
Born and raised on and in the waters of Key West, FL Captain Paulie is a 5th generation Conch. Most of his early knowledge of the waters comes from his father Paul Jr., who also grew up in Key West and was a light tackle charter guide. Paulie spent a lot of time on the docks as a kid learning from many of the great local guides as well, hoping to one day be able to guide as well.

Paulie spends most of his time on the water, fishing, diving, and hanging out on sandbars with family, friends and clients. He also loves to share his knowledge of the waters while just exploring the backcountry, mangroves and sandbars.

Fishing with families where the opportunity to teach about fishing in the Keys, rather than just doing everything for the customer or client has always been a big part of fishing for him. “It’s always nice to see people enjoy the process of what we do as guides to produce a day of fishing.” Diving for Spiny lobster is another of Paulie’s favorite ways to spend a day. An art in its own right which takes practice and patience.

Captain Paulie can also take a day and spend it shelling. There are many species of shells located in the keys, you just have to know where and how to look for them. “Most of the good shells you have to dive for. Anywhere between 1 to 4 feet of water is where the quality shells are usually found, (cones, cowries, trumpets.”) Whether it's fishing or diving, it's always a great day in the boat.

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Aside from very large sharks, the largest keeper I’ve ever caught is a 180 pound Goliath Grouper, back when it was still legal to keep them.
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
An assortment of fried fish especially Snapper and Grouper with black beans, rice and plantains or fresh Tuna salad, tartare, sesame crusted fried tuna.

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Aside from very large sharks, the largest keeper I’ve ever caught is a 180 pound Goliath Grouper, back when it was still legal to keep them.
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
An assortment of fried fish especially Snapper and Grouper with black beans, rice and plantains or fresh Tuna salad, tartare, sesame crusted fried tuna.
What’s your favorite band?
To many to list.
What’s your favorite movie?
Men In Black. I will watch it every time I run past it.
What’s your favorite sports team?
Not into sports.
What’s your drink of choice?
Sweet iced tea or the occasional Captain and Diet Coke.
What was your last halloween costume?
A hippie.. for Fantasy Fest. I think!!
What do you want for Christmas this year?
I never want gifts. But my wife never listens to me when I tell her that!!!
How did you get started guiding?
I guess you can say it’s in my blood, but my dad was a guide here for many years, so I grew up on the ocean.
What makes you different from other guides?
It’s not a job for me, it’s truly my passion. I enjoy everything being on the water had to offer.

Start Location & Lodging Options

Key West, Florida
Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
SeaVee
Year Built
1996
Boat Length
28'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
SeaVee
Year Built
1996
Boat Length
28'
Boat Restroom
No
Engine Manufacturer
Mercury
Total Horsepower
300
Number of Engines
2
Additional Amenities
Live well, ice box with separate area for drinks. Blue tooth stereo. Cushioned, combing bolsters, seating and coffin box, SeaDek flooring for traction and comfort. We welcome customers with special needs, however for safety reasons they must be mobile, unfortunately due to the size of the boat we cannot accommodate wheelchair users.

Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, 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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

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 kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 3 days before the trip.

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 the current month (March).
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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)

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Reviews

5.0
based on 2 reviews

Michael

Verified Review

May 31

100% would book again. My group had the BEST time with Captain Paulie!! He made sure we all caught plenty of fish big and small and that everyone had a great time! We each caught numerous snapper, jack, and even a Barracuda!

We HIGHLY recommend Captain Paulie!

Michael

Verified Review

May 31

100% would book again. My group had the BEST time with Captain Paulie!! He made sure we all caught plenty of fish big and small and that everyone had a great time! We each caught numerous snapper, jack, and even a Barracuda!

We HIGHLY recommend Captain Paulie!
Response from Paulie:
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a great review. It’s greatly appreciated. I’m very happy everyone had a good time. I look forward to fishing with you all again soon. Enjoy the rest of your stay. Captain Paulie

Response from Paulie:

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a great review. It’s greatly appreciated. I’m very happy everyone had a good time. I look forward to fishing with you all again soon. Enjoy the rest of your stay.
Captain Paulie

Sarah

Verified Review

July 25

Captain Paulie was incredible - engaging, entertaining and put us on the spots (limits achieved!). Kids and adults had a great time and can’t wait to come back and charter Captain Paulie again. Highly recommend!!

Sarah

Verified Review

July 25

Captain Paulie was incredible - engaging, entertaining and put us on the spots (limits achieved!). Kids and adults had a great time and can’t wait to come back and charter Captain Paulie again. Highly recommend!!

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Response from Paulie:
Thank you so much Sarah. We really appreciate the positive feedback. I’m very glad that everyone had a good time. I had a great time with you all too. Enjoy those lobsters!!

Response from Paulie:

Thank you so much Sarah. We really appreciate the positive feedback. I’m very glad that everyone had a good time. I had a great time with you all too. Enjoy those lobsters!!

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