Guided Fishing Trips & Excursions in Key West, Florida

Charter Fishing Key West


Key West Fishing Charter


Florida is world famous for its fishing, and fishing in Key West is the ultimate Florida experience.

Imagine going home after your vacation…

And all your friends ask you:
“did you go fishing in Key West?”..

And you tell them:
…No…”…

That would be unacceptable to us, and we won’t let it happen. Get in the boat… We’re going fishing!

First Mate Sunny checking out a fish caught on a Salty Soul Fishing Charter in Key West, Florida
First Mate Sunny watches the water as a man reels in a fish on a Salty Soul Fishing Charter in Key West, Florida

   Key West Charter Fishing   


Reef Fishing ~ The 3rd largest barrier reef is right in our backyard! After a short boat ride, we can fish the reef and catch countless species of fish. Yellow Tail Snapper is a guest favorite to bring back and have for lunch. This location is dependent on both weather and sea conditions.

First Mate Sunny watches the water while he waits to catch a fish on a Salty Soul Fishing Charter in Key West, Florida.

Backcountry Fishing ~ We love fishing in our back country! The water is shallow and calm. There are plenty of shipwrecks to fish, the mangrove snapper is plentiful, and the beautiful scenery is as unique as Key West, itself. This is a great option on windy days ~ All the benefits of great fishing with none of the sea sickness!

Salty Soul Fishing Charter Boat sits anchored in the backcountry mangroves of Key West, Florida.

Offshore Fishing ~ Salty Soul Charters does not offer deeper water fishing charters. But, if you are looking to target more specific offshore fish like Mahi or Tuna, then we highly recommend checking out Far Out Fishing Charters and asking for Captain Kyle!

A man shore fishes while at a sandbar on a Salty Soul Fishing Charter in Key West, Florida.

Fishing Charters in Key West

Never fished before? No worries! We are happy to teach you! We are ready for all levels and will give instruction accordingly.


Two people sitting back to back while they fish in the ocean on a Salty Soul Fishing Charter in Key West, Florida.

We love sharing our passion of fishing! You have the choice to catch and release, or keep your catch for dinner. After we fillet your fish for you, you can simply bring it to Hurricane Hole ~ The restaurant at our dock ~ and eat the freshest fish you’ve ever tasted!

What to know about Fishing in Key West

Some things to know about Fishing in Key West are:


Read some FAQs about our Key West Fishing below!

  • Fun, Experienced, and Knowledgeable Captain & Tour Guide!

  • All Necessary Fishing Equipment

  • Anti-fog Gel for Your Mask

  • Lifejackets & First Aid Kit

  • A Cooler, Ice, & Bluetooth Speakers for Music

  • An Unforgettable Key West Adventure!

Included In Your Charter:


  • Hats, Towels, & Sunglasses

  • Rub-on, Reef-Safe Sunscreen
    (No Spray Cans, Please! Slip Hazard)

  • Food, Snacks, & Drinks / Adult beverages
    (No Glass Bottles, Please!)

  • Long-Sleeve Shirts & Pants for Sun Protection & To Stay Warm After Swimming

What To Bring With You:


 Our Guests Say It Best 

Woman holding a Goliath Grouper she caught on a Fishing Charter with Salty Soul Charters in Key West, Florida.

We went fishing with Nate! He took us to some low-key spots and we caught some serious fish, even a Goliath Grouper! Nate was super friendly, very knowledgeable and extremely accommodating! This was a very special day for us and I'm so thankful we chose Salty Soul Charters”

Man holding a big fish he caught on a Fishing Charter with Salty Soul Charters in Key West, Florida.

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Key West Fishing FAQs


Do you take last minute bookings?

Happily! Please do not hesitate to Contact Us or Book A Charter for same-day bookings!

What should we expect?

Expect to witness incredible views like you’ve never seen before! We will encounter wildlife, anything from turtles, dolphins, sting rays, birds, and more. We will drive through protected mangrove areas and pick from an assortment of beautiful white sandbars. We can customize as we go, snorkel along the way, fish, look for dolphins etc.

What if the weather is bad?

We will cancel/reschedule if there is thunder and/or lightning. If it is just windy we can find many hidden spots to have a wonderful experience and still remain very safe.

  • Navigate to ~ Hurricane Hole Marina
    Located at ~ 5130 Overseas Hwy 1, Key West, FL
    Lots of ~ FREE PARKING :)

    Once parked ~ Walk through the outdoor restaurant seating area.
    The boat will be in the docks.

    Look for ~ Beige, center console, Nautical Star with black T-top.

  • Of course! Our captains are happy to teach everyone how to fish!

  • That is not a problem! Our captains understand that fishing takes practice and promise to always be kind and helpful. We strive to help everyone have a fun and memorable time!

  • There’s fish biting every hour of the day! We insist that you plan your charter according to what will work best for your groups itinerary.

  • Salty Soul Charters provides a Florida Fishing License for all anglers aboard.

  • Yes, but you must have a fishing license. Please learn all regulations at myfwc.com.

  • Snacks, drinks (water is provided), hats, towels, and sunscreen (no spray sunscreen on the boat please, slip hazard). All equipment and cooler with ice is provided.

  • YES! Or you can ask me to bring my First Mate, Sunny, if you’re a dog lover.

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Key West Charter experience video!

 About Our Salty Souls 

A dog on a charter boat in Key West, Florida

A dog on a paddle board in Key West, Florida

“Do what you love.”

When they said

Did they know chartering boats in Key West would be the outcome?

Captain Jason from Salty Soul Charters driving a charter boat in Key West, Florida
Captain Jane from Salty Soul Charters driving a charter boat in Key West, Florida
Captain Nate from Salty Soul Charters in Key West, Florida

Meet our USCG Licensed Captains and loyal first mates before setting sail!