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Jersey Key Sport Fishing: Contender

5.0  (10 Reviews)

Marathon, Florida

3502 Gulfview Ave, Marathon, Florida, 33050

Book with Jersey Key Sportfishing and experience the Florida Keys ocean style!

On our charters you will fish from a 31′ Contender accommodating up to 5 passengers. This vessel is equipped with twin Yamaha engines 25oHP, Garmin electronics, electric reels, coolers, live wells, and a large T-top for shade. We pride ourselves in using all top of the line tackle and keep everything in perfect condition.

While fishing with us you can be as hands on or hands off as you would like. We enjoy letting our customers cast and hook there own fish, but we have no problem hooking them for you if you’d like! Upon return to the dock, your captain will clean, filet, and bag your catch for you to enjoy.

All of our charters include your fishing licenses, live bait, water, toilet access, and all the necessary rods, reels, and tackle. All you’ll have to do is pack your essentials (food, additional beverages, sunscreen), bring your enthusiasm, and get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!

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Reef Fishing
(Half Day)

$825.00 USD

Starts at: 08:00 AM

Duration: 4 hours

This half day trip is great for filling the coolers with good eating fish. Reef trips produce tons of action on lighter tackle. A day on the reef is great fishing for first-time fishermen or avid fishermen.

While on the reef you can expect to catch Yellowtail Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Mutton Snapper, Land Snapper, Grouper “seasonal”, Barracuda, Sharks, Jacks, and Mackerel.

Price Includes: 5 People

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Wahoo Trolling
(Half Day)

$900.00 USD

Starts at: 08:00 AM

Duration: 4 hours

Join us for an adrenaline-pumping Wahoo trolling trip, where you’ll cast your lines and chase these lightning-fast, elusive fish on the open sea.

Experience the thrill of the hunt and the joy of reeling in a trophy catch amidst the breathtaking backdrop of the deep blue waters.

Price Includes: 5 People

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Reef and Wreck Fishing
(3/4 Day)

$950.00 USD

Starts at: 08:00 AM

Duration: 6 hours

While fishing the wrecks off the Florida Keys you can expect to catch some hard fighting fish!

While fishing the wrecks we will generally fish with live baits or jigs. The most common fish caught are Amberjacks, Mutton Snappers, Groupers, Sharks, King Mackerel, and African Pompano.

While drifting the wrecks we always keep a flat line out on the surface that has a chance of a Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, and Mahi.

Price Includes: 5 People

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Offshore Fishing
(3/4 Day)

$1100.00 USD

Starts at: 08:00 AM

Duration: 6 hours

Offshore trips will always start off with catching live baits! Depending on the season we will be either flying kites for sailfish, running to the humps for tuna, fishing grass patches of Mahi Mahi, or even deep dropping for tilefish, grouper, snapper, or swordfish.

Offshore you can expect hard fighting, acrobatic, and beautiful Pelagic fish. We base all of our fishing around having fresh live bait and using lighter tackle!

Price Includes: 5 People

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Offshore Fishing
(Full Day)

$1350.00 USD

Starts at: 08:00 AM

Duration: 8 hours

Longer trips give you the best chance of getting as many fish as possible on board.

Be ready to do a little bit of everything! On these trips we will often come back with Snappers on the reef, big Mutton off the wrecks, Sailfish, Mahi, and possibly Wahoo.

Please let us know what you really would like to target and we’ll be sure to be prepared!

Price Includes: 5 People

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Sunset Cruise

$325.00 USD

Starts at: 05:00 PM

Duration: 2 hours

Embark on a 2-hour sunset cruise aboard our 31′ Contender.

Relax on deck, savoring the tranquil beauty of the setting sun as you sip on your choice of champagne or beer, creating unforgettable memories together.

Price Includes: 5 People

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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

Sunglasses

Weather-Appropriate Clothing

Boat Specs:

  • Length: 31'
  • Type: Center Console
  • Model: Contender
  • Engine: 2 x 250HP (Yamaha)
  • Capacity: 5 Persons

Types of Fish:

  • African Pompano
  • Barracuda
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • Mackerel (Cero)
  • Mackerel (King)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Fishing Techniques:

  • Bottom Fishing
  • Deep Dropping
  • Deep Sea Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Jigging
  • Kite Fishing
  • Light Tackle
  • Live Bait Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Trolling

Charter Amenities:

  • Child Friendly
  • Cooler
  • First Mate
  • Pet Friendly

Boat Reviews:

Chris Davis

Mike has fished and boated these waters his whole life, knows exactly where to go. Thanks for a great day on the water, will book next time I am in the area,

 2022-08-11 Rating:
5.0

Tom Jones

Had a phenomenal day fishing with Captain Mike, our family is hooked! The kids were catching fish left and right.

 2022-06-02 Rating:
5.0

Joe Johnson

So blessed to have spent the best day on the water in the keys fishing with Captain Quinn. Really a great guy 10/10.

 2022-03-17 Rating:
5.0

Richard Jackson

Had a great day fishing from start to finish, we caught over 30 fish and kept only the best, Captain prepared the fish for us to take home, a wonderful family experience.

 2021-12-22 Rating:
5.0

William Thomas

Very highly recommend jersey key charters caught a bunch of snapper. Plenty for the dinner table for the family.

 2021-10-09 Rating:
5.0

David Gonzalez

Planned a full day charter with Jersey Key, went offshore inside reefs and the wrecks. Also fished around the 7 mile bridge... was a great time.

 2021-06-24 Rating:
5.0

John Martinez

Captain Mike puts you on the fish, we caught snapper, tarpon, mackerel, and even hooked a couple of sharks. Had a blast.

 2021-04-08 Rating:
5.0

Robert Miller

We love fishing with Mike, we always catch lots of fish but he is also very fun to be around. Already booking the next trip with him.
 2021-04-07 Rating:
5.0

Michael Brown

This is our third trip with Jersey Key Charters, they know the best spots and we have caught some great fish every time.
 2021-02-18 Rating:
5.0

James Smith

Mike and Quinn are very talented fisherman, knowledgeable about the area and very personable, highly recommend.
 2021-01-09 Rating:
5.0
            
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