Florida Keys fishing charter, deep sea and flats fishing from Key Largo to Key West

Private Fishing Charters Across the Keys

Florida Keys Fishing Charter

Private Florida Keys fishing charters with a licensed captain and mate. Deep sea and offshore in the Gulf Stream, flats and backcountry for the grand slam, and the winter sailfish run, from Key Largo and Islamorada to Marathon and Key West.

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PRIVATE KEYS FISHING CHARTERS

Fishing the Keys by Private Charter

The Florida Keys are one of the best fishing destinations on earth, and a private Florida Keys fishing charter puts all of it within reach: deep sea and offshore fishing in the Gulf Stream, flats and backcountry sight-fishing for the grand slam, and reef and wreck fishing close to the islands. Every charter is private and crewed, with a licensed captain and mate.

What makes the Keys special is that the Gulf Stream runs close to shore, so deep sea fishing for sailfish, mahi, tuna, and wahoo is only a short run from the dock, while the backcountry flats behind the islands hold tarpon, bonefish, and permit. From Islamorada, the sportfishing capital of the world, to Key West and the Gulf Stream, the captain matches the grounds to the season and what you want to catch.

A Keys fishing charter is quoted per trip. Rods, reels, tackle, bait, and the saltwater fishing license are included, and add-ons such as a private chef and an open bar can be added. Share your dates and the fishing you want via WhatsApp and we build the quote.

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Offshore sportfishing on a Florida Keys fishing charter

Keys Fishing Fleet

Yachts for a Keys Fishing Charter

Private yachts and sportfishing-capable vessels for a day on the water in the Keys, from offshore deep sea to the flats. Captain and mate on every booking, matched to your group and the grounds you want to fish.

TYPES OF FISHING

Ways to Fish the Keys

A Keys fishing charter can target deep sea, the flats, the reef, or the winter sailfish run. Every charter is private and crewed, with a captain and mate and all the tackle included.

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DEEP SEA & OFFSHORE

The Gulf Stream, Just Off the Reef

Florida Keys deep sea fishing is world class because the Gulf Stream runs close to shore, so bluewater offshore fishing for mahi, tuna, wahoo, and kingfish is only a short run from the dock. Off Key West, Marathon, and Islamorada the deep water drops fast, putting big game within reach of a half or full day charter.

FLATS & BACKCOUNTRY

Tarpon, Bonefish, and Permit on the Flats

Florida Keys flats fishing targets the backcountry shallows for the famous grand slam of tarpon, bonefish, and permit. The clear, skinny water of the flats behind Islamorada, Marathon, and the Lower Keys is some of the finest sight-fishing in the world, poling silently over the turquoise flats.

REEF & WRECK FISHING

Snapper, Grouper, and the Structure

The reefs and wrecks of the Keys hold yellowtail and mangrove snapper, grouper, and permit year round. Reef and wreck fishing is productive, family-friendly, and a great fit for a mixed group, with steady action in calmer water close to the islands.

SAILFISH & SPORTFISHING

The Winter Sailfish Run

The Keys are the sailfish capital of the country, and a Florida Keys sailfish charter in the winter run, roughly December through March, is a bucket-list day of sport fishing. Islamorada, the self-styled sportfishing capital of the world, and Key West both put sailfish within a short run of the dock. See the Islamorada charter.

PRIVATE & CREWED

Your Own Boat, Captain, and Mate

Every Crown fishing charter is a private fishing charter, with a licensed captain and mate, all rods, reels, tackle, and bait, and the vessel exclusively yours. You fish under the charter's saltwater fishing license, so no individual license is needed. Combine the fishing with a snorkeling stop or a sandbar afternoon on the same trip.

DEPARTURE POINTS

Departing Miami and Fort Lauderdale

Crown Yachts is a South Florida operator, so Keys fishing charters depart from deep-water marinas in Miami and Fort Lauderdale and run down to the grounds. We assign the departure closest to you.

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Crandon Park Marina

Key Biscayne, Miami

On the eastern shore of Key Biscayne, the closest Miami departure to the run south. For the Upper Keys grounds, see the Miami to Key Largo and Islamorada routes.

Miami's largest marina, in the waterfront neighborhood of Coconut Grove. A convenient southern start for guests staying south of downtown before the run down to the Keys grounds.

At the southern tip of Miami Beach beside Government Cut, a popular departure for larger vessels heading down the coast to the Keys fishing grounds.

The best-known marina in Fort Lauderdale, at Fort Lauderdale Beach. See the Fort Lauderdale to Islamorada route for the run to the Upper Keys grounds.

A deep-water mega-yacht marina on the Intracoastal near Rio Vista, minutes from the Port Everglades inlet, a natural Fort Lauderdale departure for the larger vessels heading to the Keys.

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BOOKING PROCESS

How to Book a Keys Fishing Charter

01

Share Your Date, Group Size, and the Fishing You Want

Contact us via WhatsApp with your preferred date, how many anglers, and whether you want deep sea and offshore, flats and backcountry, reef fishing, or a sailfish run. We respond with available vessels and a plan matched to your group and the season.

02

Receive a Vessel Shortlist

We send a curated list of yachts and sportfishing-capable vessels suited to your group and the grounds you want to fish. Options range from the Lazzara LSX 75 and Azimut 105 to the Pershing GTX 116. Every charter is private, with a captain and mate.

03

Choose the Grounds and the Departure

We confirm the grounds, from the Key Largo reef to the Key West offshore, and the departure closest to you in Miami or Fort Lauderdale. The Upper Keys fish as a day trip, while Key West is often an overnight. The captain plans the day around the season and the forecast.

04

Arrange Tackle, Catering, and Add-Ons

Rods, reels, tackle, and bait are included. We coordinate provisioning, a private chef, an open bar package, and any celebration setup. Everything is loaded before departure.

05

Confirm with a Deposit and Receive Your Charter Agreement

Secure the vessel and date with a deposit. You receive a full charter agreement covering the marina address, boarding time, captain contact, and everything included. The captain monitors the marine forecast and confirms the exact departure window ahead of the trip.

06

Board and Fish the Keys

The captain and mate are aboard before you arrive, the tackle is rigged, and the bait is ready. All you do is step aboard and fish. See the full range of trips on the Florida Keys charters hub.

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WHERE YOU WILL FISH

Fishing Grounds of the Florida Keys

From the Islamorada flats to the Key West Gulf Stream, the Keys hold the full range of fishing. These are the grounds most requested on a Florida Keys fishing charter.

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Islamorada

Sportfishing Capital

Islamorada calls itself the sportfishing capital of the world, and for good reason. The flats behind the island hold tarpon, bonefish, and permit, while the reef and the deep water offshore put sailfish, mahi, and snapper within a short run. It is the most complete fishing destination in the Keys. See the Islamorada charter.

At the end of the chain, Key West deep sea fishing reaches the Gulf Stream and the deep drop-offs fast, with sailfish, tuna, mahi, and wahoo offshore and permit and snapper on the wrecks. Key West offshore fishing is among the best in the country. See the Key West charter.

Marathon sits at the center of the Keys with quick access to both the Atlantic and the Gulf. Marathon, Florida deep sea fishing works the offshore humps for tuna and mahi, the reef for snapper and grouper, and the backcountry for tarpon. See the Marathon charter.

The reefs and wrecks off Key Largo, the closest grounds to South Florida, hold snapper, grouper, and permit, with sailfish and mahi in the deeper water offshore. A Key Largo fishing charter is the easiest Keys fishing day from Miami. See the Key Largo charter.

The backcountry flats on the Gulf side, from Florida Bay to the Lower Keys, are the home of Keys flats fishing. Poling silently over skinny, clear water, anglers sight-cast to tarpon, bonefish, and permit, the grand slam that draws fly and light-tackle anglers from around the world.

The Lower Keys around Bahia Honda and Big Pine mix the Looe Key reef, the offshore drop, and quiet backcountry flats. It is productive, uncrowded fishing water on the way to Key West. See the Bahia Honda charter.

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  • IslamoradaSportfishing CapitalIslamorada calls itself the sportfishing capital of the world, and for good reason. The flats behind the island hold tarpon, bonefish, and permit, while the reef and the deep water offshore put sailfish, mahi, and snapper within a short run. It is the most complete fishing destination in the Keys. See the Islamorada charter.
  • Key West & the Gulf StreamDeep Sea / OffshoreAt the end of the chain, Key West deep sea fishing reaches the Gulf Stream and the deep drop-offs fast, with sailfish, tuna, mahi, and wahoo offshore and permit and snapper on the wrecks. Key West offshore fishing is among the best in the country. See the Key West charter.
  • Marathon & the HumpsOffshore HumpsMarathon sits at the center of the Keys with quick access to both the Atlantic and the Gulf. Marathon, Florida deep sea fishing works the offshore humps for tuna and mahi, the reef for snapper and grouper, and the backcountry for tarpon. See the Marathon charter.
  • Key Largo Reef & WrecksReef & WreckThe reefs and wrecks off Key Largo, the closest grounds to South Florida, hold snapper, grouper, and permit, with sailfish and mahi in the deeper water offshore. A Key Largo fishing charter is the easiest Keys fishing day from Miami. See the Key Largo charter.
  • The Backcountry FlatsFlats FishingThe backcountry flats on the Gulf side, from Florida Bay to the Lower Keys, are the home of Keys flats fishing. Poling silently over skinny, clear water, anglers sight-cast to tarpon, bonefish, and permit, the grand slam that draws fly and light-tackle anglers from around the world.
  • Bahia Honda & the Lower KeysReef & BackcountryThe Lower Keys around Bahia Honda and Big Pine mix the Looe Key reef, the offshore drop, and quiet backcountry flats. It is productive, uncrowded fishing water on the way to Key West. See the Bahia Honda charter.

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Ready to Fish the Florida Keys?

Tell us your date, how many anglers, and the fishing you want: deep sea, flats, reef, or a sailfish run. We recommend a vessel, plan the grounds, and quote the trip. Rods, tackle, and license are included.

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FLORIDA KEYS FISHING CHARTER

Fishing the Keys by Private Charter: Deep Sea, Flats, and Sailfish

Crown Yachts Miami runs private, crewed Keys fishing charters from South Florida. Every booking is fully private, with a licensed captain and mate, and all the tackle included.

Deep sea and offshore fishing on a Florida Keys charter

Florida Keys Deep Sea Fishing: The Gulf Stream Close to Shore

Sailfish, mahi, tuna, and wahoo

Florida Keys deep sea and offshore fishing is world class because the Gulf Stream runs close to shore. Off Key West, Marathon, and Islamorada the deep water drops fast, putting sailfish, mahi, tuna, and wahoo within a short run of the dock on a half or full day charter.

Flats and backcountry fishing for tarpon and bonefish in the Keys

Florida Keys Flats Fishing: The Grand Slam on the Backcountry

Tarpon, bonefish, and permit

Keys flats fishing is some of the finest sight-fishing in the world. Poling silently over the skinny, clear turquoise water of the backcountry, anglers cast to tarpon, bonefish, and permit, the famous grand slam. The flats behind Islamorada, Marathon, and the Lower Keys are the classic grounds, ideal for fly and light-tackle anglers.

Reef and wreck fishing for snapper and grouper in the Keys

Sailfish and Reef Fishing: The Winter Run and Year-Round Action

Something biting every season

The Keys sailfish run peaks in the winter, roughly December through March, a bucket-list day of sport fishing off Islamorada and Key West. The rest of the year the reefs and wrecks hold yellowtail snapper, grouper, and permit, so a Keys fishing charter has steady action in every season. The captain matches the day to what is biting.

Private crewed fishing yacht in the Florida Keys

Private, Crewed, and All-Inclusive: Your Own Boat and Captain

Everything handled but the reeling

Every Crown fishing charter is a private fishing charter, with a licensed captain and mate, all rods, reels, tackle, and bait, and the saltwater fishing license included. Combine the fishing with a snorkeling stop or a sunset cruise to round out the day. See the full range on the Florida Keys charters hub.

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FAQ

Florida Keys Fishing Charter FAQ

What is a Florida Keys fishing charter?
A Florida Keys fishing charter is a private, crewed boat with a licensed captain and mate for a day of fishing in the Keys. All rods, reels, tackle, and bait are included, and you fish under the charter's saltwater fishing license. The Keys offer deep sea and offshore, flats and backcountry, and reef and wreck fishing, from Key Largo to Key West.
Can I do deep sea or offshore fishing in the Florida Keys?
Yes. Florida Keys deep sea fishing is world class because the Gulf Stream runs close to shore, so offshore fishing for mahi, tuna, wahoo, kingfish, and sailfish is only a short run from the dock. Off Key West, Marathon, and Islamorada the deep water drops fast, putting big game within reach of a half or full day charter.
What is Florida Keys flats fishing?
Florida Keys flats fishing targets the backcountry shallows for tarpon, bonefish, and permit, the famous grand slam. Poling silently over skinny, clear turquoise water, anglers sight-cast to fish they can see, some of the finest fly and light-tackle fishing in the world. The flats behind Islamorada, Marathon, and the Lower Keys are the classic grounds.
Where is the best fishing in the Florida Keys?
There is no single best spot, because the Keys have it all. Islamorada, the self-styled sportfishing capital of the world, is the most complete, with flats, reef, and offshore in one place. Key West has the fastest access to the Gulf Stream for deep sea, Marathon works the offshore humps, and Key Largo is the easiest reef fishing from Miami. The best grounds depend on the season and what you want to catch, and the captain matches the day to both.
Can I book a Key West, Islamorada, Key Largo, or Marathon fishing charter?
Yes. We run fishing charters across the Keys. See the Key West, Islamorada, Key Largo, and Marathon charters for each island. The Upper Keys fish as a day trip from Miami or Fort Lauderdale, while Key West is usually an overnight.
When is the sailfish season in the Keys?
The Florida Keys sailfish run peaks in the winter, roughly December through March, when cold fronts push sailfish down the reef line. It is the prime time for a Keys sailfish charter, especially off Islamorada and Key West. Mahi, tuna, and wahoo fish well spring through fall, so there is strong offshore action year round.
Do I need a fishing license for a Keys fishing charter?
No individual fishing license is required. On a licensed charter with a captain, you fish under the vessel's saltwater fishing license, which covers everyone aboard. All you bring is what you want for the day; the rods, reels, tackle, bait, and the license are handled.
How much does a Florida Keys fishing charter cost?
A Keys fishing charter is quoted per trip rather than at a fixed rate, because the total depends on the vessel, the length of the day, the grounds, the group size, and the add-ons. A half day on the reef and a full offshore day price differently, and provisioning and an open bar factor in. Share your date, group size, and the fishing you want via WhatsApp for a tailored quote. Browse the fleet.
Where do Keys fishing charters depart from?
Crown Yachts is a South Florida operator, so our Keys fishing charters depart from deep-water marinas in Miami and Fort Lauderdale and run down to the grounds. The Upper Keys around Key Largo and Islamorada fish as a day trip, while Key West usually runs as an overnight charter.
What is included in a Keys fishing charter?
Every Keys fishing charter includes a licensed captain and mate, fuel, all rods, reels, tackle, and bait, the saltwater fishing license, and all navigation and safety equipment. A private chef, full catering and open bar, and celebration decoration are available as add-ons and pre-loaded before departure.

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