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About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Welcome aboard the Dauntless, your vessel for adventure and unforgettable experiences in the Florida Keys! With Dauntless Excursions, every trip is designed to match your unique saltwater cravings. Here’s what’s waiting for you:

Reef FishingFun on Light and Medium Tackle

* We'll be fishing at the reef approximately 5-6 miles out from shore, but may also drift fish a wreck or two depending on the length of trip.
* Anchoring and chumming for snappers is the core focus. We'll bottom fish at the same time for fun bottom feeders like grouper and mutton snapper or other hungry reef roamers. There are a LOT of different species that may take the bait on any of the tackle we use and we'll use both cut and live bait to tempt them.

What make the Dauntless different for this type of trip is that it is the perfect vessel in-between a center console and the large sportfish boats (actually referred to as a walk-around style boat):

- better ride in sporty seas than boats of similar size, with protection from the elements if a rain cloud passes over our fishing spot.
- lots of shade to get out of the sun and for those just tagging along
- a cabin for changing and a stand-up head (meaning you don't have to squish into a crawl space to use a porta-potti).
- music with chill tropical vibes or you can bluetooth your playlist

There will also be the standard amenity to include a cooler with ice for whatever beverages you choose to bring with you (but no glass!). Any fish you catch will be cleaned for you (filleting only, no descaling).

Group size is limited to four for the most opportunity for everyone to fish, but if your group is larger with non-fishing guests, the Dauntless can take up to six.

And side note - If you want to do more than fish, like snorkel the sanctuary, try your hand and lobstering, or hang out at a sandbar, check out the listing for combo trips and customize your experience.

Fishing the reef is a ton of fun; your day will be filled with the best of Keys life. Whether it's fishing for dinner or you prefer catch-and-release, this trip is all about fun and making memories.

Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea, Nearshore

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.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

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 for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 Hours	6 Hours	12 Hours
1 Person	$850.00	$1,050.00	$1,250.00
2 People	$850.00	$1,050.00	$1,250.00
3 People	$850.00	$1,050.00	$1,250.00
4 People	$850.00	$1,050.00	$1,250.00
5 People (Second Boat)	$1,700.00	$2,100.00	$2,500.00
6 People (Second Boat)	$1,700.00	$2,100.00	$2,500.00
7 People (Second Boat)	$1,700.00	$2,100.00	$2,500.00
8 People (Second Boat)	$1,700.00	$2,100.00	$2,500.00

Pay 100% 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.

Janis N.

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

Quality

About Your Guide

Janis N.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

I originally came to the Florida Keys to expand my business, including buying a larger boat for chartering and to more fully enjoy being out on the water. I particularly love reef fishing and lobstering. I'm a bit of an adventure junkie, always looking to explore and enjoy what the Keys has to offer. What makes it even better is sharing the fun and adventure with others.

How I came to be where I am today is quite the story, but the short version is having a lifetime of boating in my blood and salt water in my veins. I spent 20 years working in large corporations in human resources with chartering as mostly a side gig until I opted for a better life and followed the bouncing ball to the lower Keys in Florida. I have been operating my latest boat for a number of years now out of Stock Island, just spitting distance from downtown Key West, an ideal starting point for a wide variety of activities.

On every trip guests are greeted by first mate Siba, a Parson Russell Terrier, who is a bit of an attention hog and an active snorkel and fishing watchstander. She'll otherwise be as chill as the casual vibe you'll find.

When you book a trip you'll get the standard auto-reply message but also a personal message from the captain, usually within 12 hours of booking, just to touch base, more quickly if it's a short-notice booking. If you booked well in advance, we'll be touching base a day or so before the trip with a reminder on everything you need to know to be prepared.

Once at the dock and aboard the boat, a quick safety spiel covers everything you need to know to have a safe and enjoyable trip, and then we're off to start the adventure.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

8ft Lemon Shark 🦈

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

BBQ

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

8ft Lemon Shark 🦈

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

BBQ

What’s your favorite band?

Billy Joel

What’s your favorite movie?

Goonies of course.

What’s your favorite sports team?

Don't follow sports

What’s your drink of choice?

Powerade

What was your last halloween costume?

Can't tell you 😇

What do you want for Christmas this year?

A full boat fishing

How did you get started guiding?

Side gig that went FT after I quit the day job

What makes you different from other guides?

Everything. Show me any two that are the same!

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Key West, Florida

Areas Fished

Straits of Florida

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Pro-Line
Year Built: 1950
Boat Length: 32'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Pro-Line
Year Built: 1950
Boat Length: 32'
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 541
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: Livewell, freshwater rinse, cooler with ice, cabin, head (marine toilet), shade

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea, Nearshore

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.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

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 for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart »

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
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Bring non-spray sunscreen, hats, long sleeves, sunscreen, lunch, snacks, and beverages. If you're not a boater or prone to motion sickness, start prevention the night before and take a non-drowsy option an hour before your trip starts. Note that spray sunscreen is not permitted on the boat.

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. Cancelling within 7 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.

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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.