True Island Adventures 

4.9/5 (27 reviews)
 
State licensed
 81576 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036, United States

True Island Adventures 

State licensed
Islamorada, FL, United States
23 ft
4
4.9/5 (27 reviews)

If you're up for a memorable fishing experience down in the Florida Keys with your family, True Island Adventures is waiting for you! Join Captain Brett for a cruise out of Islamorada, and he'll do his best to make your angling dreams come true. Even if you're a novice angler, you can count on him to lend a helping hand. He offers a family friendly, fun fishing, catch and release trip which lets you dip your toes into the highly addictive world of fishing. Additional experiences are also available through his website for more 'seasoned' anglers as well. Once you catch the bug, you'll be back for more!

The Keys give you a lot of freedom when it comes to the fish you want to catch. The inshore waters are great if you're interested in the likes of Seatrout, Snapper, Jack Crevalle and various species of Shark! You just never know what you'll catch in this amazing marine sanctuary.

Rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the given price of a trip, along with all the fishing licenses you'll need. All that's left for you to do is pack some drinks or snacks if you're so inclined, put on a pair of polarized sunglasses, and get ready to make some memories!

If you're up for a memorable fishing experience down in the Florida Keys with your family, True Island Adventures is waiting for you! Join Captain Brett for a cruise out of Islamorada, and he'll do his best to make your angling dreams come true. Even if you're a novice angler, you can count on him to lend a helping hand. He offers a family friendly, fun fishing, catch and release trip which lets you dip your toes into the highly addictive world of fishing. Additional experiences are also available through his website for more 'seasoned' anglers as well. Once you catch the bug, you'll be back for more!

The Keys give you a lot of freedom when it comes to the fish you want to catch. The inshore waters are great if you're interested in the likes of Seatrout, Snapper, Jack Crevalle and various species of Shark! You just never know what you'll catch in this amazing marine sanctuary.

Rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the given price of a trip, along with all the fishing licenses you'll need. All that's left for you to do is pack some drinks or snacks if you're so inclined, put on a pair of polarized sunglasses, and get ready to make some memories!

Brett Hagood
Captain
Brett Hagood
17 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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4hr Family Fun Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Jack Crevalle
Snapper (Mangrove)
Jack (Horse-eye)
+8
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.9
27 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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All reviews (27)

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Neil Cornatzer
Neil Cornatzer
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2021
10 trips
5.0
Verified
Great in the Gulf
Half Day Charter on December 27, 20252 adults

Capt'n Brett putt us in the right spot early based on the weather, wind and tide. He is an Islamorada native, so he know the way around the backcountry. We caught a ton of species, but took home a lot of Spanish Mackerel and snapper for a great late lunch. Mission accomplished. He did a great job and was a pleasure for my son and I on the boat...just a great guy. I would do it again tomorrow.

Brett Hagood
Response from Captain

Such a pleasure fishing with you and Max! That platter of fish looks amazing! See you next trip!

Howie Latham
Howie Latham
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
March fishing trip
Half Day Charter on March 12, 20264 adults

Brett Hagood
Response from Captain

Thank you! it was a pleasure fishing with all of you!

Bob Bidinger
Bob Bidinger
Repeat angler
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2020
8 trips
4.7
Verified
Good time with Captain Brett
3/4 Day Charter on April 9, 20244 adults

Took my sister and brother-in-law out for their first ocean fishing experience. Captain Brett was patient in teaching them how to fish, especially given the wind we were challenged with. I was hoping for a Tarpon to give them the ultimate lesson, and while Brett took us to a place we saw them, no luck on getting one to bite. We did catch a few nice size shark and barracuda, and plenty of action on some smaller fish to end the day. I would definitely recommend him.

Steven English
Steven English
us
California, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great Morning in the Back Country
Half Day Charter on May 6, 20251 adult

I am a novice fisherman and Brett made this a fun learning experience. I thoroughly enjoyed the time in the back country and will repeat on a future trip.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Brett Hagood
Response from Captain

Pleasure having you on board! Looking forward to next time!

Shirley Harris
Shirley Harris
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2019
5 trips
4.7
Verified
Good for practicing fishing
Half Day Charter on January 3, 20253 adults

We were hoping to catch something we could take home. This was discussed in advance with the caption. Although we caught lots of fish, none were big enough to keep, or none that would have made for good eating. So good for practice only.

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Brett Hagood
Response from Captain

Thank you for your review. I thoroughly enjoyed having your family on board. On a less than ideal morning, north wind at 20kts and water and air temps in the upper 60’s, we managed to catch roughly 100 fish in 4hrs in 4 different locations. That’s a win in my book! Captains can’t control the weather, nor can we choose which fish bite the hook. We do our best with the situation presented and hope our clients have an enjoyable experience.

FAQs about True Island Adventures

True Island Adventures offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $550 per group - 4hr Family Fun Fishing (4 hours)
When you book a trip with True Island Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with True Island Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Ice and Water Provided)
  • Fishing license
True Island Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
True Island Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with True Island Adventures include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Permit
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Brett Hagood
Brett Hagood
Brett Hagood

Islamorada, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
27 Customer reviews
Typical response within 4 hours
Member since February 2018

Capt. Brett moved to Islamorada in 1983 and spent his childhood fishing in the shallow waters of Florida Bay and learning the hidden secrets of the Upper Florida Keys. His father, who has been a backcountry fishing guide for the past 30 years, would allow Brett to disappear for hours in his boat, exploring the local waterways and islands and setting the groundwork for what would eventually become his true passion – helping others experience this tropical paradise in the best way possible – from the water. After high school, Capt. Brett became a State Certified Firefighter / EMT and volunteered with Islamorada Fire Rescue for a few years before moving to central Florida to pursue a career as a professional firefighter in Lakeland. 10 years later, he decided that the islands were drawing him home and made the decision to bring his family back to the place where it all began. True Island Adventures isn't just a business for Captain Brett and his family – it's a lifestyle….

ID & license verified
27 Customer reviews
Typical response within 4 hours
Member since February 2018

Capt. Brett moved to Islamorada in 1983 and spent his childhood fishing in the shallow waters of Florida Bay and learning the hidden secrets of the Upper Florida Keys. His father, who has been a backcountry fishing guide for the past 30 years, would allow Brett to disappear for hours in his boat, exploring the local waterways and islands and setting the groundwork for what would eventually become his true passion – helping others experience this tropical paradise in the best way possible – from the water. After high school, Capt. Brett became a State Certified Firefighter / EMT and volunteered with Islamorada Fire Rescue for a few years before moving to central Florida to pursue a career as a professional firefighter in Lakeland. 10 years later, he decided that the islands were drawing him home and made the decision to bring his family back to the place where it all began. True Island Adventures isn't just a business for Captain Brett and his family – it's a lifestyle….

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Permit
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2006
Boat manufacturer
Shearwater
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Drinks
Ice and Water Provided
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Catch and release mandatory

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

 Checks

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Islamorada right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
CobiaCobia
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
PermitPermit
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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