Key West · Deep sea · Atlantic & Gulf Stream

Key West deep sea fishing charters

Mahi-mahi, sailfish and wahoo on the Atlantic out to the Gulf Stream.

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Fish the Atlantic out to the Gulf Stream with a local captain for mahi-mahi, sailfish and wahoo. Trips run 4, 6 or 8 hours, with the fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait included. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book.

Angler holding a wahoo on a boat

How to book your deep sea trip

Online booking isn’t available for this trip yet. Call us and we’ll book your date.

4-, 6- or 8-hour deep sea trips

Call (407) 392-4593

Saltwater license covered by the captain. Free cancellation up to 72 hours before. Full refund or free reschedule if the guide cancels for weather. Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.

Saltwater license covered by the captain. Free cancellation up to 72 hours before. Full refund or free reschedule if the guide cancels for weather. Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.

Quick answer

What can you catch on a deep sea trip in Key West?

Key West deep sea trips fish the Atlantic out to the Gulf Stream for mahi-mahi, sailfish and wahoo. iOutdoors books 4-, 6- and 8-hour trips with a local captain. The licensed captain covers your saltwater fishing license. These trips are booked by phone: call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.

Prices come from the live booking calendar.

What’s included and what to bring

Included in the price
  • Licensed local captain
  • Boat and fuel
  • Saltwater fishing license (covered by the captain)
  • Rods, reels and tackle
  • Bait
Not included
  • Captain tip (10–20% is customary)
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation to the meeting spot

What to bring

Polarized sunglassesSunscreenHatLight rain jacketWater and snacksCamera or phone in a dry bag

What’s biting offshore by season

Winter Dec–Feb

  • Sailfish season
  • Wahoo along the reef edge

Spring Mar–May

  • Mahi start to show
  • Sailfish into spring

Summer Jun–Aug

  • Mahi near weed lines
  • Early starts beat the afternoon storms

Fall Sep–Nov

  • Wahoo arrive
  • Mahi early in the fall

Fish you can catch on a deep sea trip in Key West

Mahi-mahi, sailfish and wahoo. Swipe to see what you could catch.

Illustration of a mahi-mahi
Offshore

Mahi-mahi

Dolphinfish

Colorful, fast fish near weed lines in blue water, best in spring and summer.

Illustration of a sailfish
Offshore

Sailfish

Sail

Jumping billfish, best in winter. Catch and release.

Illustration of a wahoo
Offshore

Wahoo

Ono

One of the fastest fish in the ocean, best in late fall and winter.

Seasons, size and bag limits apply: see the FWC saltwater fishing regulations. Your captain can tell you what you can keep.

Where you’ll fish

Deep sea trips fish the Atlantic out to the Gulf Stream.

Meeting spot: we confirm the dock and start time with you when you book.

Key West deep sea fishing questions

How do I book?

Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, and we’ll check dates and book your trip.

How much does a deep sea trip cost?

Call us for the price for your date, trip length and group.

What can I catch?

Mahi-mahi, sailfish and wahoo. What bites depends on the season and the weather.

Where do Key West deep sea trips go?

The Atlantic out to the Gulf Stream. Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time with you when you book.

Do I need a fishing license?

No. The captain’s saltwater license covers everyone fishing on the trip.

What’s included in the price?

The licensed captain, boat and fuel, your saltwater fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait. Not included: the captain’s tip (10–20% is customary) and food and drinks.

Can we keep the fish we catch?

Size and bag limits apply to many species, and some are catch and release. Your captain can tell you what you can keep on the day.

Is deep sea fishing good for kids and first-timers?

Offshore trips run on open water, so they suit anglers who are comfortable on a boat. For young kids, an inshore or reef trip is often a better fit.

What happens if the weather is bad?

If the captain or guide cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for free up to 72 hours before your trip.

More deep sea trips in the Florida Keys

Trips in other Keys towns. Some book online with a live calendar; others are booked by phone.

More trips near Key West

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