About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Get ready for an unforgettable lobster-catching adventure with Captain Ben! With over a decade of experience in commercial bully netting and a track record of hauling in thousands of pounds of lobster, Captain Ben is the perfect guide to help you experience the thrill of catching live Keys lobster—without even getting wet.

This isn’t your average fishing trip—this is an exciting, hands-on evening of bully netting, a unique and effective technique for catching lobster in the shallow waters of the Florida Keys. From the comfort of Captain Ben’s 15-foot Boston Whaler, you’ll stay dry while learning the tips and tricks that only a seasoned pro like Ben can teach. Equipped with a 70 HP 4-stroke Yamaha, this small but mighty vessel zips across the water at 35 mph, allowing Captain Ben to hop from one honey hole to the next with ease. Its stable platform and stealthy design are perfect for sneaking up on your quarry under the evening sky.

Your trip comes fully loaded with all the gear you’ll need for bully netting, including nets, lights, and everything else required to land your limit of six lobsters per person. Captain Ben and his team even take care of cleaning and prepping your catch, ensuring your lobsters are de-pooped and ready for the table. All you have to do is focus on the fun of the chase.

The boat also features bean bag chairs for maximum comfort, music to set the vibe, and a cooler stocked with refreshing drinks to keep you hydrated. And because trips take place in the evening, you’ll dodge the blazing midday sun while enjoying a cool and comfortable night on the water. It’s the perfect way to beat the heat and experience the beauty of the Keys under a starlit sky.

Whether you’re a first-timer looking to try something new or an experienced angler eager to add a unique skill to your repertoire, Captain Ben’s bully netting trip offers an adventure like no other. With his expert guidance, top-notch equipment, and laid-back personality, you’ll not only learn the ropes but also create memories to last a lifetime.

If you’re ready to catch your own fresh lobster and experience the thrill of this one-of-a-kind Keys tradition, book your bully netting trip with Captain Ben today!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

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.

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 up to 2 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

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
1 Person	$800.00
2 People	$800.00
3 People	$800.00

Pay $250 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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

About Your Guide

Ben Z.

Independent Guide 17 years of exp.

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Expert Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Capt Ben is a born and raised Florida keys native and will put you on the fish… from his years as a charter boat mate he branched off into commercial fishing for 7 years and is now back into charter fishing so he know me what it takes to catch fish… rods will be bent all day and you will always have fish to take home

About Your Guide

Ben Z.

Independent Guide 17 years of exp.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

800 pound blue marlin

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?

800 pound blue marlin

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

Fried fish

Whats your favorite movie?

Perfect storm

Whats your favorite sports team?

Georgia bulldogs

Whats your drink of choice?

Hawiian punch

What was your last halloween costume?

Grinch

What do you want for Christmas this year?

New motors

How did you get started guiding?

Grew up in the fiend

What makes you different from other guides?

76 sailfish in one day

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Marathon, Florida

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Lobster Bully Netting Trip

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Bost Whaler
Boat Length: 15'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Bost Whaler
Boat Length: 15'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 70
Number of Engines: 1

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

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.

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 up to 2 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Spearfishing

Everything Else to Know

Whatever you want to eat or drink

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 2 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 2 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 1 review

Thomas

Verified Review

January 1

Awesome day. Great Capt. and 1st mate.

Thomas

Verified Review

January 1

Awesome day. Great Capt. and 1st mate.

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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.

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