Down Low Sport Fishing
Key West, Florida
5950 Peninsular Avenue, Key West, Florida, 33040
At Down Low Sport Fishing, Captain John’s mission is to provide the BEST fishing experience possible!
His vessel, a 25′ center console, is a true “hybrid” fishing machine. This means that on a nice day, you can comfortably fish the reefs and wrecks offshore. You also have the option to fish backcountry channels, inshore wrecks, and nearshore patch reefs if the wind picks up. On a full day, we might have the opportunity to target multiple species both in the deep and the shallow.
Captain John specializes in light tackle fishing. This means he’ll match the rod and reel outfit to the size fish you’re targeting to make for the best overall angling experience.
Expect to target Amberjack, Permit, Mutton Snapper, Tuna, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, and more, depending on the length of your trip. Tarpon trips are also offered.
If you would like to fly fish, the captain can accommodate you. However, you must bring your own fly fishing equipment.
Live bait makes a big difference and catching bait is part of the charter. While it may take some extra time, your captain knows it makes the difference between a fantastic fishing trip and one that’s just okay.
Book your trip and hit the water with Down Low Sport Fishing!
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Half Day Fishing Trip
(AM)
$800.00 USD
Starts at: 07:30 AM
Duration: 4 hours
Wake up and go fishing – be back by lunch!
A 4-hour fishing trip is a great way to fish and explore the local waters surrounding Key West.
Our half-day trips usually leave the dock around 7:30 am and return around 11:30 am. However, this may change depending on the conditions, time of year, and customer preference.
This morning trip is great for the whole family so bring along the kids and let’s get them hooked up!
Price Includes: 4 People
Half Day Fishing Trip
(PM)
$800.00 USD
Starts at: 01:30 PM
Duration: 4 hours
Sleep in, then go fishing!
A 4-hour fishing trip is a great way to fish and explore the local waters surrounding Key West.
Our half-day trips usually leave the dock around 1:30 pm. and return around 5:30 pm. However, this may change depending on the conditions, time of year, and customer preference.
This afternoon trip is great for the whole family so bring along the kids and let’s get them hooked up!
Price Includes: 4 People
Full Day Fishing Trip
(Offshore)
$1200.00 USD
Starts at: 07:30 AM
Duration: 8 hours
Target your bucket listfish!
Our full day trip allows us more time to venture out further, try more techniques, target more species, and ultimately catch more fish!
A full day usually leaves the dock around 7:30 am and returns around 3:30 pm. However, these times may vary depending on the time of year, conditions, and customer preference.
Price Includes: 4 People
Evening Tarpon Trip
(2.5 Hours)
$500.00 USD
Starts at: 04:00 PM
Duration: 2.5 hours
When the sun goes down the tarpon fishing heats up! Try your hand at catching the “Silver King” on light tackle.
Our 2.5-hour evening Tarpon trips usually leaves the dock just before sunset, so departure time will vary.
Price Includes: 4 People
Charter Features:
Cleaning & Filleting
Upon arrival from your day on the water, your catch will be filleted and bagged for you and your family/friends to take home and enjoy!
Live Bait Well
Our Captain’s boat is equipped with a live bait well, which may be used to hold bait and other smaller fish you may catch.
Rods, Reels, & Tackle
Our Captains are prepared with all the equipment necessary to catch whatever may swim your way! All the rods, reels, tackle, and bait will be provided to target whatever species you are hoping to catch!
You Keep Catch
Aside from the species required to be released by law and some species that may not be recommended as table fair, whatever fish are landed while out on the water are yours to keep!
What To Bring:
Additional Drinks
Camera
Cash
Hat
Non-Spray Sunscreen
Small Cooler
Snacks/Food
Weather-Appropriate Clothing
Boat Specs:
- Length: 25’
- Year: 2021
- Type: Center Console
- Model: LTB
- Engine: 1 x 350HP (Mercury)
- Capacity: 4 Persons
Types of Fish:
- African Pompano
- Amberjack (Greater)
- Barracuda
- Bonito (Atlantic)
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Drum (Redfish)
- Grouper (Black)
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Goliath)
- Grouper (Nassau)
- Grouper (Red)
- Grouper (Rock Hind)
- Grouper (Scamp)
- Grouper (Snowy)
- Grouper (Warsaw)
- Grouper (Yellowedge)
- Herring
- Jack (Almaco)
- Jack (Crevalle)
- Jack (Horse-Eye)
- Mackerel (Atlantic)
- Mackerel (Cero)
- Mackerel (King)
- Mackerel (Spanish)
- Margate
- Permit
- Pompano
- Porgy
- Rainbow Runner
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Blackfin)
- Snapper (Cubera)
- Snapper (Dog)
- Snapper (Lane)
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Mutton)
- Snapper (Red)
- Snapper (Schoolmaster)
- Snapper (Silk)
- Snapper (Vermilion)
- Snapper (Yellowtail)
- Snook
- Spadefish
- Tarpon
- Tilefish (Blue)
- Tilefish (Golden)
- Triggerfish (Gray)
- Triggerfish (Ocean)
- Tripletail
- Tuna (Albacore)
- Wahoo
Fishing Techniques:
- Bottom Fishing
- Deep Dropping
- Deep Sea Fishing
- Drift Fishing
- Fly Fishing
- Handline
- Heavy Tackle
- Jigging
- Kite Fishing
- Light Tackle
- Live Bait Fishing
- Spinning
- Trolling
Charter Amenities:
- Child Friendly
- Cooler
- Pet Friendly
Boat Reviews:
Cody Huff
Great day out on the water. Caught a ton of fish, filled the cooler!Â
2024-01-03
Rating:
5.0
Jon Ball
Down Low Fishing charter was great. Took us to several spots to catch different kinds of fish.
2023-06-15
Rating:
5.0
Robert Hebert
Our group had lots of action with captain John catching tarpon, once in a lifetime fishing experience... Highly Recommend!
2022-12-23
Rating:
5.0
Victor Arroyo
Captain John was awesome, laid back, but informative. Nice clean boat. Highly recommend!
2022-11-28
Rating:
5.0
Justin Ackerman
We were fishing and catching fish the whole time, we moved to a lot of spots. John was very knowledgeable.
2022-09-22
Rating:
5.0
Sandy Phillips
What a great fishing adventure! We caught tarpon and some snapper. Fish was delicious.
2022-06-07
Rating:
5.0
John Poovey
Captain John was extremely personable, will definitely call him again next time we are in key west!
2022-03-02
Rating:
5.0
Devin Thomas
Captain John taught us some great fishing tricks! Caught a bunch of yellowtail snapper and mahi.Â
2021-10-27
Rating:
5.0
Stewart Roberts
Captain John really knows the key west water! It wasn't the greatest weather day, but he put us on some fish anyways.
2021-10-14
Rating:
5.0
Dorie Cobb
Tarpon Fishing at night was great! Captain John was a pleasure to be around. It was a perfect half day trip. Will definitely be booking again soon.
2021-01-20
Rating:
5.0
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