Nice Guy Charters offers nothing less than the perfect Florida Keys fishing experience. After a boatful of fish? Maybe a mix of sportfishing and sightseeing? Captain Jeff LaPierre will build your dream day out, whatever that means to you. He prides himself on giving you complete flexibility and never sticks to a set formula for your time on the water.
The Florida Keys need no introduction as an angling location. These legendary waters are home to huge fish at every depth. The flats and backwaters are home to Tarpon and Mangrove Snapper while the reefs hold anything from Snapper and Grouper to Amberjack and Cobia. And that’s without ever getting started on the area’s awesome Shark fishing.
Where you fish and what you target is entirely up to you. You can head into open water on full day charters, and the reefs are always in reach. If you prefer to stay in the shallows, that’s fine too. You can even ditch the rods and grab some masks for a fun mix of snorkeling and angling. Just let Capt. Jeff know! You can even stop at the sandbar for a peaceful moment surrounded by crystal-clear waters. We also love having kids aboard, so bring the family along!
One thing you’ll always find onboard is a wide range of quality fishing gear. Try out bottom fishing, jigging, spinning, and more. Fish with live bait or switch to lures. Whatever you do, you’ll have the best rods, reels, bait, and tackle available. Fishing licenses are covered by the boat and your fish will be cleaned after the trip – all you need to do is show up and enjoy!
Captain
Jeff LaPierre
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
98%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
90%
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Half Day Trip (AM) on March 7, 2025
It’s called Fishing not Catching. At the beginning of the trip the winds were blowing pretty good from the North and continued most of the morning. Capt. Jeff did his best to get us on the fish even moving multiple times but the fish just weren’t much interested. Jeff worked diligently the whole time to make something happen. I will say my fishing buddy and I were not much help either. All in all an enjoyable trip with a nice guy and a well versed Captain.
It’s called Fishing not Catching. At the beginning of the trip the winds were blowing pretty good from the North and continued most of the morning. Capt. Jeff did his best to get us on the fish even moving multiple times but the fish just weren’t much interested. Jeff worked diligently the whole time to make something happen. I will say my fishing buddy and I were not much help either. All in all an enjoyable trip with a nice guy and a well versed Captain.
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3/4 Day Trip on April 2, 2025
Went out on a day where many other charters cancelled. Our second time with Jeff, and we will come back for a third. Went out deep targeting Cobia and whatever else would bite. Pulled up tons of snappers and many other similar fish. Had a few grouper, numerous cobias, and ended the day off with a nurse shark. Another great day on the water in Key West!
Went out on a day where many other charters cancelled. Our second time with Jeff, and we will come back for a third. Went out deep targeting Cobia and whatever else would bite. Pulled up tons of snappers and many other similar fish. Had a few grouper, numerous cobias, and ended the day off with a nurse shark. Another great day on the water in Key West!
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Half Day Trip (PM) - 13:30 on December 30, 2024
Kids had their heart set on a catch and cook this week and after only catching small fish off the bridges, we decided to do a charter with captain Jeff. The water was so calm you couldn't tell where the ocean and sky met. Captain Jeff taught the kids a perfect technique and they were able to pull fish in almost constantly the entire trip. Kids caught well over 100 fish from lane snapper, red grouper, jack crevalle, and a trigger fish. We also caught an 8 ft nurse shark. This experience exceeded all expectations!
Kids had their heart set on a catch and cook this week and after only catching small fish off the bridges, we decided to do a charter with captain Jeff. The water was so calm you couldn't tell where the ocean and sky met. Captain Jeff taught the kids a perfect technique and they were able to pull fish in almost constantly the entire trip. Kids caught well over 100 fish from lane snapper, red grouper, jack crevalle, and a trigger fish. We also caught an 8 ft nurse shark. This experience...
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Half Day Trip (AM) on March 18, 2025
My husband and I booked a trip with Captain Jeff to go lobster diving and fishing. He was super knowledgeable and very accommodating. “Nice guy” charters is an appropriate name lol. We didn’t get any lobsters but we went home with some fish and great memories! When we visit The Keys again, we’ll definitely be reaching out.
My husband and I booked a trip with Captain Jeff to go lobster diving and fishing. He was super knowledgeable and very accommodating. “Nice guy” charters is an appropriate name lol. We didn’t get any lobsters but we went home with some fish and great memories! When we visit The Keys again, we’ll definitely be reaching out.
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Half Day Trip (AM) on June 26, 2025
Very knowledgable and curtious captain. Highly recommend!
Very knowledgable and curtious captain. Highly recommend!
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Stock Island, Florida, United States
Captain Jeff LaPierre prides himself on offering a relaxed, easy-going charter experience where you, the customer, decide how you spend your day. Capt. Jeff started commercially catching bluefin and lobster in Massachusetts to pay for college 20 years ago. And moved to the keys in the 2000's so he could fish year round. He has driven a variety of boats, including head boats/ charter boats because he is good with people. He loves being on or under the water and is truly a nice guy that wants catch everyone fish
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License
Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
All ages welcome, life jackets provided
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
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