Every Bookable Charter, Compared

Real, currently bookable Key West fishing charters: backcountry and flats trips, offshore and deep sea charters, party boat fishing and private charters (see how the four trip types compare). Ratings, review counts and durations below match what bookers see on each tour page.

Short answer

Prices, ratings and free cancellation vary by tour and sit on each tour page. Compare the four categories below or use the tour explorer to filter by category, meal and price.

All Charters, Ranked By Review Volume

Best-rated Key West trips

Shared Catamaran, Filleting Included

5 hours · Shared party-boat trips

4.5 505 verified reviews

A five-hour party-boat trip rated 4.5 across 505 reviews, with rod, bait and crew instruction included, making it an easy first saltwater outing for families and novices. Check Florida saltwater license requirements before you go.

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Private Sportfisher, Fighting Chair

Private Sportfisher, Fighting Chair

4.8 114 verified reviews

4 hours

Four-hour offshore charter out of Key West built around one goal: hooking into the big fish that patrol the deeper water beyond the reef. Rated 4.8 from 114 reviews, with free cancellation on the live booking page.

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Private Inshore, Channel Trolling

Private Inshore, Channel Trolling

5 72 verified reviews

4 hours

Private half-day inshore charter in Key West, fishing the backcountry flats and channels for tarpon, snapper, sharks and more. Tackle provided; check FWC rules on whether you need a personal saltwater license.

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Tarpon Flats Charter, Ramrod Key

Tarpon Flats Charter, Ramrod Key

5 45 verified reviews

4 hours

Private four-hour charter out of Ramrod Key, in the heart of the Keys' tarpon country. Fish the flats and backcountry shallows for migratory tarpon, plus bonefish, permit and snapper. Rated 5 stars across 45 reviews, with free cancellation.

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Private Backcountry, Coolers Included

Private Backcountry, Coolers Included

5 19 verified reviews

4 hours

Four-hour private backcountry charter out of Key West, working the shallow flats and channels for tarpon, permit, snapper and sharks. Tackle, bait and local know-how come with the boat, and free cancellation applies.

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45ft Cowgirl, AC Cabin

45ft Cowgirl, AC Cabin

4.8 16 verified reviews

4 hours

Four-hour deep-sea run aboard the 45-foot Cowgirl, a Key West charter operation with roots going back to 1965. Rated 4.8 across 16 reviews, and free cancellation applies.

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Private Bay Boat, Live Bait Included

Private Bay Boat, Live Bait Included

5 14 verified reviews

4 hours

A private four-hour inshore charter out of Key West, holding a 5-star rating across 14 reviews. It is just your group aboard, fishing the flats and backcountry waters with rods, tackle and bait provided; check FWC rules for the personal Florida saltwater fishing license you may need. Free cancellation applies.

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Narrow it down: backcountry and flats, offshore and deep sea, party boat, or private charter.

Which Kind Of Trip Suits You?

Four kinds of trip, really: staying inshore in the backcountry and flats, running offshore for bigger fish, a shared party boat, or a private charter that books the whole boat. Free cancellation is listed per tour.

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From $95 · ★ 4.5 (505) · free cancellation Get Your Ticket →