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Pricing Matrix

	3 Hours
4 People	$605.00
3 People	$605.00
2 People	$605.00
1 Person	$605.00

Pay $100 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Key West provides the unique ability to target the tarpon migration in Key West Harbor. This trip is offered from (roughly as the migration does fluctuate) March 1- July 31. This trip is centered around fishing-specific times and tides in Key West Harbor and other areas surrounding Key West.

If chasing the Silver King is what you're after book know to get out there with the best!!

During this trip, there are many other fish that you can catch in the harbor as well. Some of them are; cobia, permit, bonefish, mutton snapper, mangrove snapper, red grouper, black grouper, gag grouper, sharks, barracudas, jacks and many other species.

Captain Spencer's 25' Pathfinder is the perfect boat to fight from when doing battle with these overgrown prehistoric minnows. The vessel also has a full tower which optimizes your fishing opportunities to spot and sightfish the Tarpon as they roll, not to mention score bait easier. She can accommodate 6 guests, however, Captain Spencer prefers to fish with 4 or less.

Captain Spencer can also make accommodations to pick you up from many places around Key West. If you are staying somewhere with water access let us know and Captain Spencer will try to accommodate picking you up from your location.

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

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 in 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

Boat Restroom

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

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About Your Guide

Captain Spencer

Independent Guide 22 yrs of exp.

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

About Your Guide

Captain Spencer

Independent Guide 22 yrs of exp.

Captain Spencer is a Key West native, a 5th Generation Conch, he was born and raised in Key West, FL. He has spent over 30 years fishing and boating the waters surrounding his hometown. Captain Spencer's great-grandfather, Captain Ted Canova, was the original Captain of his charter operation in Key West.

Captain Spencer attended Key West High School before going off to college at Florida State University. Upon graduating he returned back to Key West to continue his life on the water.

Captain Spencer now owns and operates his own charter business out of the Lower Florida Keys. The vessel is a 25 Pathfinder Hybrid bay boat with a full tower and is powered by a Yamaha 300. This vessel provides you and Captain Spencer with the ability to fish a variety of species in both the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean sides of Key West.

Captain Spencer likes to focus on live bait fishing but also fish both dead baits and artificial baits. His fishing techniques follow the fish and weather patterns to provide you with the best chance of landing your trophy catch. Whether it is targeting Tarpon during their migration through Key West Harbor or bottom fishing for Snapper or Grouper he can do it all.

Captain Spencer will go over your expectations and provide you with seasoned input to make sure you can capitalize on your time on the water down in Key West!

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Start Location

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.

1801 North Roosevelt Boulevard, Key West, FL, USA

Areas Fished

Florida Keys
Big Pine Key
Cudjoe Key
Summerland Key
Key West

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder
Year Built: 2018
Boat Length: 25'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder
Year Built: 2018
Boat Length: 25'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Full Tower Garmin Electronics MinnKota Spot Lock Trolling Motor USCG Safety Equipment PLB VHF 2 Livewells Fishbox Radio

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

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 in 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.

Boat Restroom

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

Potential Target Species

Black Grouper
Bonefish
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Mangrove Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Permit
Red Grouper
Tarpon
Yellowtail Snapper

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Sight Casting

Packing / Extras

Food and Drink, Sunglasses, Sunscreen, Camera. Rods & Reels, Tackle, Bait, Water and Ice, Fishing Licenses included.

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 up to 1 day before the trip and receive credit back to your account.

If the weather doesn’t cooperate you’ll be covered by our 100% weather guarantee and you won’t lose your deposit.

Reviews

based on 4 reviews

Michelle

Verified Review

April 1

My husband and son had nothing but great things to say about their trip! “Best trip ever” per my son. They were able to catch a 40+ lb grouper! They loved every minute and said Spencer was super knowledgeable! Worth every penny for the experience!

Carlos

Verified Review

July 20

Our guide Spencer was wonderful. He asked what we wanted to catch, we made a game plan . We have a wonderful time!!! Best Guide!!

Patrick

Verified Review

May 1

Spencer picked us up as scheduled. Boat was extremely clean and well prepared. We were fishing for tarpon and had a wonderful time. Hooked into multiple fish and had one giant. Spencer was amazing overall and would absolutely do it again. Couldn’t recommend him more.

Trip: Edge of the Map Trip

Walter

Verified Review

November 10

We had a great day with Captain Spencer. He put us on the fish and even a nice shark! He was very professional and easy going. He went above and beyond for the four of us on our dad-cation. Not only did he put us in the fish he ...Read More

Trip: Edge of the Map Trip

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1500 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.

We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a 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 case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a credit for the full deposit of the trip to be used on any of our trips across the country. Your safety is our top concern.

Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our team is always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!