Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven 

4.8/5 (342 reviews)
 77522 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036, United States
4.8/5 (342 reviews)
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77522 Overseas Highway
Islamorada, FL, United States

Kekoa Charters operates out of the sportfishing paradise of Islamorada, right in the heart of the Florida Keys. They offer a range of trips, targeting the A-list cast of table and sportfish that call the area home. Whether you’re after delicious food fare or hard-fighting game species, you won’t be disappointed fishing with these guys!

Spend your day aboard a 34 Regulator. The boat is rock-steady both on the move and anchored up thanks to her heavy V bottom carolina design. She has a covered top to keep Sunshine State’s tropical heat at bay, and a head for extra convenience on longer trips.

Kekoa Charters offers trips ranging from four to eight hours, either hitting the reefs or heading further out in search of bigger fish. Reef & wreck trips will bring in a huge range of Snappers, from Yellowtail to Yelloweye and from Red to Vermillion. You can also find bigger game like Goliath Grouper and Greater Amberjack if you really want a workout.

Fancy taking on the ocean’s top predators? Head offshore to battle Marlin, Tuna, Sailfish, and more! No matter the depth, these are some real monsters you’ll be taking on!

All trips come with tackle, bait, lures, and licenses. There is a first mate onboard who will work himself to the bone to get you on the fish and will even clean and fillet your fish at the end of the trip (15-20% gratuity is the industry standard).

The fishing is always good in the Keys, so pack your sunscreen, sunglasses, water, and camera, and climb aboard for a trip you will never forget!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 342 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (321)

Experience of a lifetime!
Half day trip with Doc
Half day trip with Doc
+318

Angler rating

306
18
7
5
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

93%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

94%

Showing 1 - 5 of 342 reviews
Showing: 5 of 342 reviews
Dan W.
Dan W.
5.0/5

Mar 15, 2025

Half Day Trip - Reef & Wreck (PM)

An awesome fishing trip

VERIFIED

Caught about 30 fish in 4 hours, including 6 different species (yellow tail, grouper, two types of mackeral, barracuda, shark). Captain George and assisted by his son Georgie, are the best fishing guides we’ve had in the Keys.

Caught about 30 fish in 4 hours, including 6 different species (yellow tail, grouper, two types of mackeral, barracuda, shark)....  

 Dan W. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven
 Dan W. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven

Michael D.
Michael D.
5.0/5

Mar 3, 2025

Half Day Trip - Reef & Wreck (AM)

Lots of Action

VERIFIED

We were on fish within 45 minutes of leaving the dock. Caught many yellowfin, and son hooked into a monster grouper. Crew knew how to fish and change strategies to catch whatever was there. Family had a great time.

We were on fish within 45 minutes of leaving the dock. Caught many yellowfin, and son hooked into a monster grouper. Crew knew...  

 Michael D. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven
 Michael D. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven

Jordan H.
Jordan H.
5.0/5

Feb 28, 2025

3/4 Day Trip – Offshore

Great Trip

VERIFIED

We did a 6 hr charter and it was great! Caught a bunch of different types of fish (snapper, mahi, kingfish, etc). Highly recommend

We did a 6 hr charter and it was great! Caught a bunch of different types of fish (snapper, mahi, kingfish, etc). Highly recommend...  

 Jordan H. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven
 Jordan H. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven

David G.
David G.
5.0/5

Apr 8, 2025

3/4 Day Trip – Offshore

April fishing trip

VERIFIED

 

 David G. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven
 David G. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven

Michael C.
Michael C.

Brooklyn, New York

5.0/5

Aug 23, 2023

1/4 Day Reef Trip (AM)

Experience of a lifetime!

VERIFIED

Doc and George are incredibly caring, welcoming, and knowledgeable. We had two young kids and two seniors in our group, and they ensured that we were having a fun and comfortable time throughout the trip. They taught us about various types of fish we had never seen before, and explained which ones we could keep and which ones needed to be released. My son enjoyed the experience so much that we requested an extension to the trip, and Doc and George kindly accommodated our request. The kids are already asking when we can come back, and we certainly will. Heartfelt gratitude to Doc and George for providing us with an unforgettable experience!

Doc and George are incredibly caring, welcoming, and knowledgeable. We had two young kids and two seniors in our group, and they...  

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 Michael C. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven
1 person finds this review helpful
 Michael C. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven
1 person finds this review helpful

Trip availability and prices

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1/4 Day Reef Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
1/4 Day Reef Trip (Noon)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
1/4 Day Reef Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 PM
Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Dec 1
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Shark/Tarpon Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 PM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Apr 3 (Wed)
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip - Reef & Wreck (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $1,100 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip - Reef & Wreck (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $1,100 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip - Reef & Wreck
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $1,400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 342 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (321)

Experience of a lifetime!
Half day trip with Doc
Half day trip with Doc
+318

Angler rating

306
18
7
5
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

93%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

94%

Showing 1 - 5 of 342 reviews
Showing: 5 of 342 reviews
Dan W.
Dan W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

An awesome fishing trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip - Reef & Wreck (PM) on March 15, 2025

Caught about 30 fish in 4 hours, including 6 different species (yellow tail, grouper, two types of mackeral, barracuda, shark). Captain George and assisted by his son Georgie, are the best fishing guides we’ve had in the Keys.

Caught about 30 fish in 4 hours, including 6 different species (yellow tail, grouper, two types of mackeral, barracuda, shark). Captain George and assisted by his son Georgie, are the best fishing guides we’ve had in the Keys.  

 Dan W. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven

Michael D.
Michael D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Lots of Action

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip - Reef & Wreck (AM) on March 3, 2025

We were on fish within 45 minutes of leaving the dock. Caught many yellowfin, and son hooked into a monster grouper. Crew knew how to fish and change strategies to catch whatever was there. Family had a great time.

We were on fish within 45 minutes of leaving the dock. Caught many yellowfin, and son hooked into a monster grouper. Crew knew how to fish and change strategies to catch whatever was there. Family had a great time.  

 Michael D. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven

Jordan H.
Jordan H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip – Offshore on February 28, 2025

We did a 6 hr charter and it was great! Caught a bunch of different types of fish (snapper, mahi, kingfish, etc). Highly recommend

We did a 6 hr charter and it was great! Caught a bunch of different types of fish (snapper, mahi, kingfish, etc). Highly recommend  

 Jordan H. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven

David G.
David G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

April fishing trip

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip – Offshore on April 8, 2025

 

 David G. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven

Michael C.
Michael C.

Brooklyn, New York

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Experience of a lifetime!

VERIFIED

1/4 Day Reef Trip (AM) on August 23, 2023

Doc and George are incredibly caring, welcoming, and knowledgeable. We had two young kids and two seniors in our group, and they ensured that we were having a fun and comfortable time throughout the trip. They taught us about various types of fish we had never seen before, and explained which ones we could keep and which ones needed to be released. My son enjoyed the experience so much that we requested an extension to the trip, and Doc and George kindly accommodated our request. The kids are already asking when we can come back, and we certainly will. Heartfelt gratitude to Doc and George for providing us with an unforgettable experience!

Doc and George are incredibly caring, welcoming, and knowledgeable. We had two young kids and two seniors in our group, and they ensured that we were having a fun and comfortable time throughout the trip. They taught us about various types of fish we had never seen before, and explained which ones we could keep and which ones needed to be released. My son enjoyed the experience so much that we requested an extension to the trip, and Doc and George kindly accommodated our request. The kids are...  

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 Michael C. recommends Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven
1 person finds this review helpful

FAQs about Kekoa Charters/ Blue Heaven

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
2003
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Regulator
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
43 knots
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