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Your Trusted Partner for Key West Sport Fishing Adventures
At Key West Florida Fishing, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional sport fishing experiences tailored to both novice and seasoned anglers. With a fleet of well-maintained vessels and expert guides, we ensure every charter is equipped to maximize your chances of landing trophy catches. Our team's deep local knowledge of Key West's waters guarantees access to prime fishing spots teeming with marlin, sailfish, and other prized species. We prioritize customer satisfaction through personalized service, offering a money-back guarantee if expectations aren't met. Backed by years of hands-on experience in the fishing industry, we maintain partnerships with top-tier brands like Mercury Marine and Rapala to ensure reliability and performance.Our commitment to safety, combined with a focus on sustainable practices, makes us a trusted choice for visitors seeking authentic Florida Keys adventures. From equipment provision to real-time guidance during trips, we handle every detail to create seamless, memorable experiences. Testimonials from repeat clients underscore our reputation as a leader in the local charter market. Whether you're targeting offshore giants or inshore species, our team's expertise and dedication set us apart in the competitive charter landscape.
Services
Sport Fishing Charters
Deep-Sea Fishing Tours
Inshore Fishing Excursions
Group Charter Packages
Fishing Equipment Rental
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of local fishing expertise in Key West waters
- Our fleet features state-of-the-art vessels with top-tier equipment
- We guarantee customer satisfaction with a 100% money-back promise
- Our captains hold USCG Master licenses with safety certifications
- We provide personalized fishing strategies for optimal catch success
What people say
Knowledgeable guide
Awesome fishing trip
Amazing day
Worked hard
Top-notch service
Services
Sport Fishing Charters
Our premium sport fishing charters provide all-inclusive deep-sea fishing adventures with expert captains. Each 4-12 hour trip includes top-tier equipment, bait, and fish cleaning services. Ideal for targeting marlin, sailfish, and tuna in Gulf or Atlantic waters.
Inshore Fishing Excursions
Specialized inshore trips focus on redfish, snook, and tarpon in Florida Bay and backcountry waters. Guided tours include light tackle equipment and expert casting instruction for both beginners and experienced anglers.
Group Charter Packages
Customizable charters for weddings, corporate events, or family reunions accommodate 6-12 passengers. Packages include multiple fishing rods, onboard refreshments, and photography services to capture trophy catches.
People
Capt. Mike Weinhofer
Captain & Owner
USCG Master Captain with 25+ years guiding in Florida Keys. Specializes in marlin tournaments and eco-conscious fishing practices. Recognized for consistent tournament wins and client-focused approach.
Questions
What types of fish can we catch with Key West Florida Fishing?
Our charters target marlin, sailfish, tarpon, snook, redfish, and various grouper/snapper species in both Gulf and Atlantic waters.
Do you provide fishing licenses and equipment?
All necessary fishing licenses, rods, reels, and bait are included in our charter packages at no extra cost.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 48-hour notice for cancellations to receive full refund, with exceptions for severe weather conditions.
Are children allowed on fishing charters?
Yes, we welcome families with children aged 6+. We provide kid-friendly equipment and safety gear for all young anglers.
Can we keep our catch?
We practice catch-and-release for most species, but provide cleaning services for fish you wish to keep following local regulations.
Reviews (7)
Kori M.
Jan 24, 2022
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We took our family of four out for a half-day trip. It was the first deep sea fishing experience for three of the four. Captain Phil was awesome! He worked hard to make sure the kids & wife all got an opportunity to reel in some fish. Memories were made for sure and he even gave us some local tips for where we could get our catch prepared and cooked for lunch! Would go again for sure and will absolutely recommend to our friends heading this way in the spring!
Scott Artman
Nov 02, 2021
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Did a half day trip with captain Mike and 2 mates all staff was friendly. We got a small skip jack that was it understandable its called fishing. The reason for the low stars is the amount we paid for a trip and the 15%tip we left felt like it was alot for the yield not offered any extra time or a discount just feel cheated.
Jamie Snediker
Sep 25, 2020
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Absolutely love fishing with Captain Mike W. Professional, numerous and so knowledgeable about his craft. Fishing in Key West is one of the most magical experiences ever and Mike made it even better!
Steve J.
Nov 28, 2019
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What an awesome experience we had this week. Took a trip down to the keys with my wife and younger kids. Fished for two days. We got on fish right away and landed Mahi, Grouper, Snapper, and Wahoo. This was just what we kept to eat! Tons of other species were landed as well. Capt Mike and Capt Steve are first class guys who are great with families. Teach you alot and make you laugh along the way. Highly recommend!!
Steve Adams
Sep 29, 2019
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Booked a trip with Captain Mike on the Compass Rose for our vacation down in Key West. What an awesome day! Captain Mike and Mate Steve put us on some big Wahoo right away. Added some jigging and trolling to round out the day, and we all have a Blast! Great time, fun crew. Professional and well run charter boat. Highly recommended
Mike Burkart
Jun 30, 2019
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I booked a 3/4 day fishing trip with Captain Mike, to start with there was poor communication on time, location and trip details. He told me if I had any requests to let the captain know right away so they could adjust to our requests. Before we left the dock I mentioned that we would prefer light tackle and target snapper, grouper and table fair so we could all fish. Captain told me that would not be an option because they were going to only be trolling, fishing was awful with one small barracuda and small pompano for 6 guests ! In six hours the mate only changed bait three times and made
Tristram Allen
Dec 16, 2018
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Ive fished with Captain Mike three times now and Ive always had a great time. We had two great days and one day where the fishing was not as great. It happens but one thing I would say is that Captain Mike could not have tried harder to find us fish or been fairer about the situation. One thing I would say is that whether the fishing has been great or not so great, you will always have a great time. Captain Mike is a lot of fun and a really knowledgeable captain.
