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Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours	6 Hours	4 Hours
6 People	$1,600.00	$1,285.00	$950.00
5 People	$1,600.00	$1,285.00	$950.00
4 People	$1,600.00	$1,285.00	$950.00
3 People	$1,600.00	$1,285.00	$950.00
2 People	$1,600.00	$1,285.00	$950.00
1 Person	$1,600.00	$1,285.00	$950.00

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 Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Weather

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

About Your Trip

If you’re looking for some of the best charter fishing that money can buy out of Key West, Florida, you can’t go wrong here. With over 3 decades of local fishing experience under his belt, Captain Russ is your man if you want to get the best out of these deep blue waters.

Our boat is a 50’ Hatteras saltwater fishing boat that can take up to 6 anglers deep sea fishing at the same time. Powered by twin 550 HP Detroit Diesel‎ engines, this fishing machine is unstoppable on the water.

The vessel comes rigged with state-of-the-art navigational electronics and safety equipment, outriggers, a fighting chair, a live bait tank, and ice-boxes. It’s also very comfortable and features 2 private restrooms, a kitchen, a flybridge, beds, and AC.

This beauty can take you for some amazing deep sea and reef fishing up to 25 miles offshore on full day trips. These trips will also provide higher chances of catching Marlin! If you book a half day trip, you’ll be fishing in a 2–12 mile range. Depending on the package and the bite, your target list will include Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish, Marlin, Snapper, Grouper, and many other attractive species.

Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

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.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Air Conditioning

This boat has air conditioning.

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 for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Live Bait

No live bait is provided with the price of this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Guide

A Certified Damn Good Guide is someone who goes above and beyond to show you an incredible experience on your trip. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Captain Russ

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Born and raised in South Florida. I've been fishing for over 30 years in these waters, and working on charter boats since 1993. I've owned my own charter boat business for over 20 years. I have local knowledge and can put you on the fish.

About Your Guide

Captain Russ

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Swordfish

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

Seafood

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Swordfish

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

Seafood

What’s your favorite band?

Jimmy Buffet

What’s your favorite movie?

The Perfect Storm

What’s your favorite sports team?

Miami Dolphins

What’s your drink of choice?

Sweet Tea

What was your last halloween costume?

Pirate

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Fishing Gear

How did you get started guiding?

The love of fishing

What makes you different from other guides?

Local Knowledge

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Start Location

5950 Peninsular Ave, Key West, FL 33040, USA

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Hatteras
Year Built: 1981
Boat Length: 50'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Hatteras
Year Built: 1981
Boat Length: 50'
Engine Manufacturer: Detroit
Total Horsepower: 1100
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: The vessel comes rigged with state-of-the-art navigational electronics and safety equipment, outriggers, a fighting chair, a live bait tank, and ice-boxes. It’s also very comfortable and features 2 private restrooms, a kitchen, a flybridge, beds, and AC.

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

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.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Air Conditioning

This boat has air conditioning.

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 for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Live Bait

No live bait is provided with the price of this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Potential Target Species

Barracuda
Black Grouper
Blackfin Tuna
Blacktip Shark
Blue Marlin
Bonito
Bull Shark
Cero Mackerel
Hammerhead Shark
Kingfish
Mahi Mahi
Mutton Snapper
Red Grouper
Sailfish
Skipjack Tuna
Wahoo
White Marlin
Yellowtail Snapper

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Deep Dropping
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Packing / Extras

We provide bottle water. If you'd like any food or drinks besides water feel free to bring them. We have the coolers and ice.

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.

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

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!