Capt. Larry Sydnor –Islamorada fly/spin Guide 

4.8/5 (67 reviews)
 
State licensed
 81576 Overseas Highway-World Wide Sportsman/Bass Pro Shop Bayside Marina, Islamorada, FL 33036, United States

Capt. Larry Sydnor –Islamorada fly/spin Guide 

State licensed
Islamorada, FL, United States
18 ft
2
4.8/5 (67 reviews)

You've certainly seen photos of anglers fishing and a guy standing on a tall platform positioning the skiff with a long pole. Join Capt. Larry and enjoy a real historied true experience fishing the Florida Keys & waters of The Everglades.  There
is nothing to compare!

Choosing your captain is the most important decision you will make for a successful trip because the difference between a premier, professional, top Keys guide & the average guide is tremendous!

As a verified captain, Capt. Larry maintains all required credentials, licenses, permits, & commercial marine insurance (a million dollars!) to be entrusted with your safety and charter needs. Capt. Larry is a resident pro-staff guide out of the nationally-acclaimed World Wide Sportsman/Bass Pro Shop in Islamorada where you'll launch & is a USCG Master Captain, a respected member of the National Association of Charter Boat Operators, the Florida Guides Association, & the Florida Keys Fishing Guides Association.

Capt. Larry has the physicality necessary for outstanding control of his brand-new, latest-technology 2024, Challenger Edition Chittum Yachts skiff, whether spin or fly fishing (passionate about fly fishing!).

He also has an extremely large repertoire of spots to fish – which is essential when weather or fish behavior becomes unpredictable. He’ll provide you with the very latest in top-quality high-tech equipment: boats, rods, reels, lures, & flies (he ties all his own) – all of it!

Capt. Larry knows everything about fishing, from knots, hooks, & flies to placing the boat just right for your cast. Don’t worry whether it is smarter to spend your day chasing Tarpon, Bonefish, or Permit, or whether other backcountry species present a better opportunity – he’s got it all figured out! Whether it’s fly fishing or spin fishing, he’ll help you out with it no matter your skill level. There’s no minimum age for children, the captain will need their ages & will provide you with all the PFDs required.

You've certainly seen photos of anglers fishing and a guy standing on a tall platform positioning the skiff with a long pole. Join Capt. Larry and enjoy a real historied true experience fishing the Florida Keys & waters of The Everglades.  There
is nothing to compare!

Choosing your captain is the most important decision you will make for a successful trip because the difference between a premier, professional, top Keys guide & the average guide is tremendous!

As a verified captain, Capt. Larry maintains all required credentials, licenses, permits, & commercial marine insurance (a million dollars!) to be entrusted with your safety and charter needs. Capt. Larry is a resident pro-staff guide out of the nationally-acclaimed World Wide Sportsman/Bass Pro Shop in Islamorada where you'll launch & is a USCG Master Captain, a respected member of the National Association of Charter Boat Operators, the Florida Guides Association, & the Florida Keys Fishing Guides Association.

Capt. Larry has the physicality necessary for outstanding control of his brand-new, latest-technology 2024, Challenger Edition Chittum Yachts skiff, whether spin or fly fishing (passionate about fly fishing!).

He also has an extremely large repertoire of spots to fish – which is essential when weather or fish behavior becomes unpredictable. He’ll provide you with the very latest in top-quality high-tech equipment: boats, rods, reels, lures, & flies (he ties all his own) – all of it!

Capt. Larry knows everything about fishing, from knots, hooks, & flies to placing the boat just right for your cast. Don’t worry whether it is smarter to spend your day chasing Tarpon, Bonefish, or Permit, or whether other backcountry species present a better opportunity – he’s got it all figured out! Whether it’s fly fishing or spin fishing, he’ll help you out with it no matter your skill level. There’s no minimum age for children, the captain will need their ages & will provide you with all the PFDs required.

Capt. Larry Sydnor
Charter Operator
Capt. Larry Sydnor
26 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Half day 4-hour AM trip
Just booked! Last booked: 3 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bonefish
Permit
Tarpon
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip – Fly and/or Spin
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bonefish
Permit
Snook
Tarpon
+2
US $800
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip – Fly and/or Spin
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $900
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.8
67 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (75)

What anglers say

91%
Great experience
79%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
81%
Caught fish

All reviews (67)

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Jason Peak
Jason Peak
us
Nevada, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
Backcountry fishing
3/4 Day Trip – Fly and/or Spin on April 20, 20262 adults

Larry did a great job of stayong positive and worked hard. He had plenty of spots to fish. I was picky—looking for permit on a fly rod—so focusing on that meant passing other opportunities. Larry knows his stuff and his boat in incredible! Best O have ever been on and I have foshed all over the Caribbean. The only thing that would have made this the “best trip ever” was landing a permit. Next time!

Capt. Larry Sydnor
Response from Charter operator

Yes, Jason had a singular tough target - one of the most difficult sportfish to catch let alone on fly! but that is the fun of it, an impressive challenge. He gets a lot of credit for sticking with his pursuit of a permit on fly.

Saxxon Waerlop
Saxxon Waerlop
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
flats fishing
Half day 4-hour AM trip on July 23, 20262 adults

Capt Larry was very knowledgeable, and the equipment was great. He was extremely hard working, trying his best to get us hooked up.

Capt. Larry Sydnor
Response from Charter operator

Enjoyed guiding father and young tween/teen son Saxxon who brought great energy and as fishing is not a guaranteed results sport it was a challenge this morning for their half day charter. More time on the water may have helped.

Jeffrey Adams
Jeffrey Adams
Repeat angler
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
4.7
Verified
Capt Larry knows where to fish!
3/4 Day Trip – Fly and/or Spin on March 25, 20262 adults

Capt Larry quickly adapted to my son and my level of skill/desired fish and led us on a great fishing experience. You have a great day when you catch different types of fish and lose count of the catch. The bonefish was the ellusive catch of the day. Highly recommend!

Michael Wright
Michael Wright
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2022
4 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with JAMES
Full Day Trip – Fly and/or Spin on July 26, 20261 adult

Capt. Larry Sydnor
Response from Charter operator

Michael, showed good fly skills and knowledge of the angling sport and was ennjoyable to guide.

Roy Bennett
Roy Bennett
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing with JAMES
Half day 4-hour AM trip on March 27, 20262 adults

Good experience. Shark eating the big blackdrums was something to remember!

FAQs about Capt. Larry Sydnor –Islamorada fly/spin Guide

Capt. Larry Sydnor –Islamorada fly/spin Guide offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - Half day 4-hour AM trip (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Fly and/or Spin (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Full Day Trip – Fly and/or Spin (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Capt. Larry Sydnor –Islamorada fly/spin Guide, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Ice box Contains bottled water
Trips booked with Capt. Larry Sydnor –Islamorada fly/spin Guide include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Highest quality gear)
  • Live bait (Captain nets during trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water. Anglers bring specialty drinks)
  • Fishing license (You are included in Captains license)
  • Fly fishing equipment (Only with 24-hr advance notice)
Capt. Larry Sydnor –Islamorada fly/spin Guide offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Capt. Larry Sydnor –Islamorada fly/spin Guide offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly fishing (Advance notice required)
Top targeted fish species with Capt. Larry Sydnor –Islamorada fly/spin Guide include:
  • Bonefish
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your operator

Capt. Larry Sydnor
Capt. Larry Sydnor
Capt. Larry Sydnor

Islamorada, Florida, United States

3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
67 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2018

I am a student of the great angling masters and highly educated on the fisheries in my location. I maintain all required credentials, licenses, permits and $1,000,000 commercial marine insurance to be entrusted with your safety and charter needs. I am an extremely popular inshore fishing guide because my power and expertise on the skiff's poling platform provides safe and unparalleled fishing adventures. Each trip is customized for adults and delighting youngsters for parental smiles, or serious angling as I am extremely competitive and have won many awards as both angler and guide from tournaments in the Florida Keys. I am USCG Master Captain, a respected member of the National Association of Charter Boat Operators, the Florida Guides Association and the Florida Keys Fishing Guides Association. I am a fly fishing specialist and do my best by EVERY angler to ensure a fun, fulfilling experience fishing the beautiful upper Florida Keys.

3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
67 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2018

I am a student of the great angling masters and highly educated on the fisheries in my location. I maintain all required credentials, licenses, permits and $1,000,000 commercial marine insurance to be entrusted with your safety and charter needs. I am an extremely popular inshore fishing guide because my power and expertise on the skiff's poling platform provides safe and unparalleled fishing adventures. Each trip is customized for adults and delighting youngsters for parental smiles, or serious angling as I am extremely competitive and have won many awards as both angler and guide from tournaments in the Florida Keys. I am USCG Master Captain, a respected member of the National Association of Charter Boat Operators, the Florida Guides Association and the Florida Keys Fishing Guides Association. I am a fly fishing specialist and do my best by EVERY angler to ensure a fun, fulfilling experience fishing the beautiful upper Florida Keys.

The fish you can target

Bonefish
Bonefish
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Bonefish
Bonefish
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2026
Boat manufacturer
Chittum Skiffs
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Yahama
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
47 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Advance notice required

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Ice box
Contains bottled water

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Highest quality gear
Live bait
Captain nets during trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water. Anglers bring specialty drinks
Fishing license
You are included in Captains license
Fly fishing equipment
Only with 24-hr advance notice

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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
No minimum age, floatation devices provided
You keep catch
If desired, in season
Catch and release allowed
Edibles harvested when in season if desired

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Islamorada right now

BonefishBonefish
PermitPermit
RedfishRedfish
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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