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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, River, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Create unforgettable memories in Everglades National Park by going fishing with Captain Tyler.

Depending on the conditions, you might encounter species like Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, Tripletail, Jack Crevalle, Blacktip Shark, Lemon Shark, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead, Spotted Seatrout, and more. For these species, light tackle bottom fishing is common. Captain Tyler also offers fly fishing, though you may need to bring your own fly gear. For seasoned anglers, sight fishing is Captain Tyler’s favorite method.

Families are welcome, and kids can join in the fun! Check ahead about the availability of child-sized life vests, or bring your own. Don’t forget to pack snacks, though Captain Tyler will have some on board for you!

Your trip will take place on an 18’ Maverick flats boat, accommodating up to 3 passengers. The boat is fully equipped with rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Live bait is included, but it’s a good idea to confirm whether you’ll be catching it during the trip.

The charter covers your fishing license, so you can simply focus on enjoying the experience! Be aware that certain fish may need to be released due to regulations. Your captain can provide more details on this. Bring along sunblock (non-spray) and sunglasses. Drinks are included, and alcohol is allowed in moderation, though avoid hard liquor and glass bottles. Light snacks will also be provided on board.

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, River, Flats

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.

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.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

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Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours	7 Hours	5 Hours
2 People	$800.00	$700.00	$650.00
1 Person	$800.00	$700.00	$650.00

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

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About Your Guide

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Tyler M.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

Quantity

About Your Guide

Tyler M.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

I have been fishing Flamingo and the Florida Keys since I was in 8th grade. I first fell in love with fishing when I was in elementary school. As I grew up I was able to learn how to become a better angler over the years. I started out fishing for blue gills at the end of the road and slowly worked my way up the list of gamefish. I am excited to show people my passion for fishing and a once in a lifetime adventure into the Everglades.

I run my fishing charters out of a 18’4″ Maverick HPX-Varis powered by a 115 HP Yamaha SHO. This is my boat of choice for a variety of reasons. This boat has tons of space, making it ideal for anglers to bring what they need while not getting cluttered on the deck. This boat is very sturdy, this makes navigating around the vessel a lot easier with minimum chances for accidents. This boat has a large livewell, making it great for storing live mullet, shrimp, ladyfish, crabs, etc. The 4 stroke 115 Yamaha provides a great ride when going from spot to spot making it easy to relocate without losing valuable time on the water. Finally, this boat still gets extremely shallow for its size. This is extremely important as it leaves a ton of opportunities for fishing still on the table.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

100+ pound Tarpon

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?

100+ pound Tarpon

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

fried fish

What’s your favorite band?

Rebelution

What’s your favorite movie?

Avengers: Infinity War

What’s your favorite sports team?

Miami Dolphins

What’s your drink of choice?

Sweet Tea

What was your last halloween costume?

Clark from Benchwarmers

What do you want for Christmas this year?

A new trolling motor

How did you get started guiding?

A friend showed me the ropes after fishing in the area for many years

What makes you different from other guides?

I will put in the effort to maximize our chances, even if we are having a slow day on the water

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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.

Homestead, Florida

Areas Fished

Everglades National Park
Everglades

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Maverick
Year Built: 2023
Boat Length: 18'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Maverick
Year Built: 2023
Boat Length: 18'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 115
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: This is my boat of choice for a variety of reasons. This boat has tons of space, making it ideal for anglers to bring what they need while not getting cluttered on the deck. This boat is very sturdy, this makes navigating around the vessel a lot easier with minimum chances for accidents. This boat has a large livewell, making it great for storing live mullet, shrimp, ladyfish, crabs, etc. The 4 stroke 115 Yamaha provides a great ride when going from spot to spot making it easy to relocate without losing valuable time on the water. Finally, this boat still gets extremely shallow for its size. This is extremely important as it leaves a ton of opportunities for fishing still on the table.

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, River, Flats

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.

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.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

	January	February	March	April	May	June	July	August	September	October	November	December
Black Drum	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Not Ideal
Jack Crevalle	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Not Ideal
Redfish	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Not Ideal
Snook	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Not Ideal
Speckled Trout	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Not Ideal
Tarpon	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Not Ideal
Tripletail	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Not Ideal

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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
Drift Fishing
Fly Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Sight Casting

Everything Else to Know

for summer months, bring pancho / rain jacket, Hats, glasses, Sunglasses, lunch

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 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account.

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

Michael

Verified Review

September 1

Tyler was awesome! Super nice guy who is incredibly knowledgeable about fishing the Everglades. We hooked multiple tarpon and Tyler cleaned our mangrove snapper which made for some great fish tacos that night. Highly recommend him to anyone looking for a unique Everglades experience!

Michael

Verified Review

September 1

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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.