About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Embark on this fishing adventure with Captain Johnny in Marathon, Florida! This trip offers quick access to the productive inshore and nearshore waters, where vibrant coral reefs and historic shipwrecks create a perfect habitat for a variety of exciting fish species.

On this trip, Captain Johnny will take you bottom fishing, drift fishing, heavy tackle fishing, light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and trolling. You'll be targeting an impressive array of species including Amberjack, Atlantic Mackerel, Barracuda, Black Grouper, Blacktip Shark, Mahi Mahi, Mangrove Snapper, Red Grouper, Red Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, Yellowfin Tuna, and Yellowtail Amberjack.

Captain Johnny provides all the necessary fishing equipment, including rods, reels, tackle, and live bait. All you need to bring are your favorite snacks, drinks, sunscreen, and a hat for sun protection. Whether you're an experienced angler or a beginner, Captain Johnny will ensure you have a thrilling and memorable day on the water. Come aboard the "New Papa" and experience the best fishing Marathon has to offer!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, 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.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

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 up to 3 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

	3 Hours	4 Hours	6 Hours	8 Hours
1 Person	$650.00	$850.00	$995.00	$1,495.00
2 People	$650.00	$850.00	$995.00	$1,495.00
3 People	$650.00	$850.00	$995.00	$1,495.00
4 People	$650.00	$850.00	$995.00	$1,495.00
5 People	$650.00	$850.00	$995.00	$1,495.00
6 People	$650.00	$850.00	$995.00	$1,495.00
7 People (Second Boat)	$1,300.00	$1,700.00	$1,990.00	$2,990.00
8 People (Second Boat)	$1,300.00	$1,700.00	$1,990.00	$2,990.00
9 People (Second Boat)	$1,300.00	$1,700.00	$1,990.00	$2,990.00
10 People (Second Boat)	$1,300.00	$1,700.00	$1,990.00	$2,990.00
11 People (Second Boat)	$1,300.00	$1,700.00	$1,990.00	$2,990.00
12 People (Second Boat)	$1,300.00	$1,700.00	$1,990.00	$2,990.00

Pay $200 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

Johnny M.

Independent Guide 52 years of exp.

Veteran

Talkative

Instructional

Comfortable

Quality

Beginner Oriented

Capt. Johnny runs offshore game fishing trips around the beautiful waters of the Florida Keys. With over 50 years of fishing experience, Capt. Johnny has extensive knowledge of the local fisheries and techniques that work. At an early age, Capt. Johnny was fishing with his dad in the Pay lakes in Southern Ohio, looking for Catfish and Blue Gills. He has also fished the bayou outside of New Orleans for Redfish, and went out to...

About Your Guide

Johnny M.

Independent Guide 52 years of exp.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Stripped Marlin 400

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

Mahi-mahi

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Stripped Marlin 400

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

Mahi-mahi

What’s your favorite band?

Rolling Stone

What’s your favorite movie?

Star Wars

What’s your favorite sports team?

Miami

What’s your drink of choice?

Water

What was your last halloween costume?

Cowboy

What do you want for Christmas this year?

My countrys Freedom

How did you get started guiding?

My father

What makes you different from other guides?

We have FUN and fish with you not for you!

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Marathon, Florida

Areas Fished

Florida Keys

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Proline
Boat Length: 23'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Proline
Boat Length: 23'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 250
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Full electronics, Livewell, Washdown Hose, Bluetooth Stereo, Ice Chest, bottle water

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, 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.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

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 up to 3 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

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You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Spearfishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

All rods, reels, and tackle are included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any gear of your own you want to use on the trip.

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 3 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 3 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

James

Verified Review

April 29

Good time great fishing experience

James

Verified Review

April 29

Good time great fishing experience

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Captain Experiences is home to thousands of quality, vetted fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

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, 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.