First Down Charters - 27' 

4.8/5 (2 reviews)
 Overseas Highway 103800, Key Largo, FL 33037, United States

First Down Charters - 27' 

Key Largo, FL, United States
25 ft
4
4.8/5 (2 reviews)

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You can't go wrong with First Down Charters. Even if you have never held a fishing rod in your hand, you don't have to worry!

The crew has tailored a variety of trips that can meet the needs of any recreational fishermen. There are early morning trips and late afternoon trips, as well as exciting nighttime fishing packages. Do something different on your next vacations in Key Largo, throw a bachelor party, go fishing on your honeymoon, or just hone your angling skills.

Your boat for the day will be a 27' center console, which was overhauled in 2013. It can cruise at a top speed of 28 knots thanks to its 240 HP Yanmar engine.

This spacious fishing vessel has enough room for up to 6 anglers. It's rigged with modern fishfinding and navigational electronics, professional accessories, and top-notch tackle to put you on fish. The only thing it's missing is you!

Enjoy shallow water patch fishing with your family and get your hands on Hogfish, Grouper, Snapper, and the occasional Barracuda. Venture out to the deep waters for the likes of Tuna, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, and Sailfish.

Finally, if you are looking for something more challenging, go for the 'Unicorn of the Fishing World' – Cubera Snapper. These trips take place four days before or after the full Moon. Test your angling skills and catch these monsters while they are spawning – they are so tough they can easily chase Sharks away!

Trips are all-inclusive; you will only need to bring your own food with you.

You can't go wrong with First Down Charters. Even if you have never held a fishing rod in your hand, you don't have to worry!

The crew has tailored a variety of trips that can meet the needs of any recreational fishermen. There are early morning trips and late afternoon trips, as well as exciting nighttime fishing packages. Do something different on your next vacations in Key Largo, throw a bachelor party, go fishing on your honeymoon, or just hone your angling skills.

Your boat for the day will be a 27' center console, which was overhauled in 2013. It can cruise at a top speed of 28 knots thanks to its 240 HP Yanmar engine.

This spacious fishing vessel has enough room for up to 6 anglers. It's rigged with modern fishfinding and navigational electronics, professional accessories, and top-notch tackle to put you on fish. The only thing it's missing is you!

Enjoy shallow water patch fishing with your family and get your hands on Hogfish, Grouper, Snapper, and the occasional Barracuda. Venture out to the deep waters for the likes of Tuna, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, and Sailfish.

Finally, if you are looking for something more challenging, go for the 'Unicorn of the Fishing World' – Cubera Snapper. These trips take place four days before or after the full Moon. Test your angling skills and catch these monsters while they are spawning – they are so tough they can easily chase Sharks away!

Trips are all-inclusive; you will only need to bring your own food with you.

Kevin Jeffries
Captain
Kevin Jeffries
16 years of experience
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
+8
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip AM
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+6
US $1,250
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full day. 8 hours
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.8
2 reviews
4.5
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Rolando  Gonzalez
Rolando Gonzalez
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2019
3 trips
5.0
Verified
3/4 day with Capt Jeffries crew
3/4 Day Trip AM on June 21, 20193 adults

Excellent day of fishing Capt Corey and mate Dustin were excellent worked very hard to put us on plenty of Mahi for a very successful trip

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Kevin Jeffries
Response from Captain

Thanks again Rolando, great to see you again.

Gary Polignone
Gary Polignone
us
Massachusetts, US
Member since 2019
4.7
Verified
First Down Charters
Full Day Trip on April 29, 20192 adults

Excellent trip!!! Highly recommend Capt Kevin and crew!

Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Cubera Snapper
Wahoo

FAQs about First Down Charters - 27'

First Down Charters - 27' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,000 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 3/4 Day Trip AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - Full day. 8 hours (8 hours)
When you book a trip with First Down Charters - 27', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Bucket head
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with First Down Charters - 27' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing license
First Down Charters - 27' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
First Down Charters - 27' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with First Down Charters - 27' include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Permit
  • Sailfish
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Kevin Jeffries
Kevin Jeffries
Kevin Jeffries

Key Largo, Florida, United States

2 Customer reviews
Member since May 2018

Fish Down Charters is operated by Captain Kevin Jeffries, an enthusiastic angler and a professional guide. Almost 15 years ago, Kevin decided to take a permanent vacation in the Florida Keys. A Saskatchewan native, he couldn't stand the cold any longer! Once in the Keys, Kevin discovered a deep love for fishing, which he now uses to create a unique experience for his clients and friends. Kevin lives in Key Largo with his wife Kim and son Ben. He is known by other local captains to be a great captain and a knowledgeable fisherman.

2 Customer reviews
Member since May 2018

Fish Down Charters is operated by Captain Kevin Jeffries, an enthusiastic angler and a professional guide. Almost 15 years ago, Kevin decided to take a permanent vacation in the Florida Keys. A Saskatchewan native, he couldn't stand the cold any longer! Once in the Keys, Kevin discovered a deep love for fishing, which he now uses to create a unique experience for his clients and friends. Kevin lives in Key Largo with his wife Kim and son Ben. He is known by other local captains to be a great captain and a knowledgeable fisherman.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Permit
Permit
Sailfish
Sailfish
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
1986
Restored in
2021
Boat manufacturer
Pacemaker
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yanmar
Powered by
1 x 240HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Bucket head
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Outriggers
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
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 agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

What’s biting in Key Largo right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
PermitPermit
SailfishSailfish
Snapper (Yellowtail)Snapper (Yellowtail)
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)

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