Looking to hit the open water when you come to visit Key West? When you stay at a luxurious Key West waterfront rental, you’ll be close to all the action you could desire. With so many amazing things to do in Key West, you’ll find it hard to narrow down all you could do!
If you’re a die-hard angler, getting in time on the water is a must. Finding the charter for your needs is vital, with countless excellent fish to catch! Here are some of the best deep-sea fishing Key West has to offer.
What is Deep Sea Fishing?
If you’re looking for more of a fishing adventure, then you may be looking for a deep-sea fishing charter. You’ll need to drift into the areas where the water depth is at least 30 meters. You may even have to sail out to the Intercoastal Waterway, but with an expert captain, there is nothing to worry about!
This can also be considered sport fishing or even offshore fishing. With the size and rarity of the fish that can be caught on these excursions, sometimes it’s even called big game fishing. Here, you can be one with nature, you, some friends, and the great open ocean. You can learn a lot about wildlife from going deep-sea fishing. If you happen to see seagulls flying overhead, you’re in for a good day of fishing! They’re hunting for smaller fish, and with smaller fish, you’ll find the actual game you’re hunting for!
What can you expect to Catch?
The Florida Keys deep sea fishing charters offer so much to catch when you hit the open waters. With talented captains, they will find the best spots for you to see all the fish you desire.
Many boats come equipped with fighting chairs so you can sit comfortably while you fight to reel in some big fish. But what fish can you expect when you go?
Amberjack, Blackfin Tuna, and Black Grouper are some of the fish you can catch. Many averages between 5-30 pounds. The largest fish can weigh up to 100 pounds. You can also catch exotic fish like the Mahi Mahi, Marlin, Red Grouper, and Red Snapper. While the Red Snapper can only grow to be about 25 pounds, fish like the Marlin average 125-150 pounds, and the largest can be 800 pounds!
You can catch the other tough fish: the Sailfish, the shark, swordfish, and Wahoo. The Sailfish, swordfish, and shark are the most challenging catches. These can grow to be well over 500 pounds and will give you quite the fight.
There are some majestic and tropical fish that you can catch. The Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Tarpon are all tropical fish that are beautifully colored and an actual fight to see. The Mahi Mahi average is anywhere between 3-7 pounds. But these beauties can grow up to 75 pounds. The Wahoo is one of the fastest fish in the ocean! These can average 20-35 pounds and reach well over 100 pounds. The Tarpon averages between 40-60 pounds and can reach 200 pounds.
Book a Charter!
There are so many Key West fishing charters in the area; where should you go to have your deep-sea fishing adventure?
Key West Pro Guides
Key West Pro Guides is one of the top Key West fishing charters. They take what you thought you knew about deep-sea fishing and change the entire game on you. The pro guides here use the leading edge of technology. They make sure to use state-of-the-art, light tackle fishing equipment. This gives them a true advantage over their competitors! You’ll be able to catch those “big game” fish like the Mahi Mahi or the Sailfish aboard one of their many modern center console light tackle vessels. They “live chum” the waters so that the fish come to you. But they have other baiting options as well. You can Free line live bait, live bait drift, slow troll, and blue water troll. The possibilities are all there for you to have the most satisfying deep-sea fishing adventure!
Linda D Sportfishing Charters
Another fantastic deep sea fishing charter is the Linda D Sportfishing Charters. This deep-sea fishing in Key West is another perfect opportunity for you and your guests to hit the open seas and catch some massive fish! Customers rave at their skill and experience catching offshore “big game.” They have many options for you to book your fantastic Key West fishing adventure. You can book a morning or evening half-day fishing charter, a ¾ day fishing charter, or a full-day fishing charter. Linda D sportfishing charters has two incredible 40-foot boats that you and your party can ride to take to your new favorite fishing location. You can either have a covered or uncovered cabin and have a day worth remembering!
Dream Catcher Charters
Dream Catcher Charters allow you all the comforts you could desire in an offshore fishing boat! They have many sized boats in their fleet, all designed for your perfect offshore fishing adventure. They have a 32, 36-, 39-, 42-, and a 47-foot boat. Each comes with different amenities. With the reef line six miles to the south of Key West, they’ll be able to take you to where the action is in no time. When the captains get you to the fishing spots, you can sit in the fighting chairs while you wait to hook one of the big fish waiting for you down below. If you have a group of 6 anglers or less, you can enjoy beverages or lunches while sitting on the deck. Sometimes the captains will even allow you to the flybridge to enjoy the view with them! Each charter can be 4, 6, or 8 hours in duration. If you’re fishing in the summer, they recommend the 6- or an 8-hour trip to travel longer to the fishing spots.
Plan Your Key West Vacation
Our Key West rentals with a dock put you near all the fun and fishing charters are no exception! Book your trip today and prepare to make endless lifelong memories!
Your Key West Vacation Rental
After a long day of fishing on the open waters, you need a place to crash! With gorgeous views of the Keys, our Key West rentals with a pool are the perfect place to spend the evening. If you have a boat of your own, then you can tie it down on the dock right in front of your waterfront rental. There is plenty of space at the ports in front of your rental, making it perfect for you to bring your boat, plus put-in ramps conveniently located close by. You can enjoy all the fantastic views from your patio or deck. Whether you book a trip with one of these Key West fishing charters or venture out on your own, you’ll have an outstanding Key West vacation rental waiting for you when you get back.
