Flat Out Sportfishing
Flat Out Sportfishing
Discover Florida flats fishing with a local pro aboard 'Flat Out Sportfishing'! Head out with Captain Diego Cordova, an expert at navigating the productive shallow waters in the Florida Keys backcountry. Whether you're fly fishing or spinning there's no more exciting place to test your sight fishing skills than here!
Your ride for the day is a powerful 24' Crevalle bay boat that can accommodate up to 4 anglers comfortably. Her wireless trolling motor is essential for sneaking up on those easily spooked shallow dwelling fish. If your targets prefer live bait it'll stay fresh in the live well, or you can choose from Capt. Diego's selection of lures.
Explore depths of up to 20' in search of Spanish Mackerel, Pompano, Bluefish, Snapper, and Cobia, before heading into extremely shallow waters. Here in the flats, the depth is only about 2' and you'll find there's plenty of Bonefish, Permit, small Sharks, and Tarpon to cast for!
All of the gear you need for a productive day spinning and fly fishing is provided. You're also free to bring your own gear, just consult with Capt. Diego beforehand. He'll also provide all of your licenses, bait, and a cooler with ice and bottled water. Any other refreshment you'd like to have you're free to bring along.
Let Capt. Diego know if you're staying at a local hotel or resort and he can arrange pick-up. Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience epic sight-fishing with Flat Out Sportfishing!
Discover Florida flats fishing with a local pro aboard 'Flat Out Sportfishing'! Head out with Captain Diego Cordova, an expert at navigating the productive shallow waters in the Florida Keys backcountry. Whether you're fly fishing or spinning there's no more exciting place to test your sight fishing skills than here!
Your ride for the day is a powerful 24' Crevalle bay boat that can accommodate up to 4 anglers comfortably. Her wireless trolling motor is essential for sneaking up on those easily spooked shallow dwelling fish. If your targets prefer live bait it'll stay fresh in the live well, or you can choose from Capt. Diego's selection of lures.
Explore depths of up to 20' in search of Spanish Mackerel, Pompano, Bluefish, Snapper, and Cobia, before heading into extremely shallow waters. Here in the flats, the depth is only about 2' and you'll find there's plenty of Bonefish, Permit, small Sharks, and Tarpon to cast for!
All of the gear you need for a productive day spinning and fly fishing is provided. You're also free to bring your own gear, just consult with Capt. Diego beforehand. He'll also provide all of your licenses, bait, and a cooler with ice and bottled water. Any other refreshment you'd like to have you're free to bring along.
Let Capt. Diego know if you're staying at a local hotel or resort and he can arrange pick-up. Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience epic sight-fishing with Flat Out Sportfishing!
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Captain D picked us up dockside and had us on fish immediately after a short boat ride. My kids were reeling in snapper hand over fist and he put us on barracuda later in the morning. We capped off the trip at a gorgeous sand bar and he filleted enough snapper and barracuda for 2 meals for the whole family. I’d recommend Captain D to anyone, his knowledge is second to none and his boat is beautiful.
captain Diego did a great job and is a very nice guy!
We had great fishing with Captain Diego. Hes a great guy that is patient, friendly, and knowledgeable. We caught several species and had a great time!
We had a blast with Diego! He was very friendly and knew where the fish were! We caught more than 6 species of fish in 4 hours time. We would definitely go out with Diego again!
Had a great time on the water with Captain Diego! Our targeted fish weren’t biting but we still got fish in the boat. Captain Diego is very personable and was patient with my poor fly casting skills. Do not hesitate to contact Captain Diego directly, you will not regret it!
Thank you Phil, it was a pleasure meeting you and having you onboard.
FAQs about Flat Out Sportfishing
- US $800 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $1,100 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $1,600 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle (Penn rods and reels)
- Live bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Drinks (Bottled water, ice )
- Fishing license
- Fly fishing equipment
- Inshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Fly fishing
- Barracuda (Great)
- Bluefish (Tailor)
- Bonefish
- Jack Crevalle
- Permit
- Pompano
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Yellowtail)
- Spanish Mackerel
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
Your captain
Marathon, Florida, United States
I come from a long line of commercial fishermen from the North coast of Cuba. I started commercial fishing as a young man as a crew member on board my father's commercial fishing vessel in 1978. I acquired my first commercial fishing vessel in 1982 and I've been a self-employed fisherman ever since. Having been in these waters since 1978 and gaining the knowledge required, I began my flats fishing charter business in 1988 and have fished the shallow waters from Long Key all the way to the Marquesas islands west of Key West and Florida Bay. Fishing is in my blood and I wanted to carry the traditions of my ancestors and be able to pass on this knowledge and conservation ethics to the coming generations in our family and with all of the clients that I meet.
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You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.
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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Marathon right now
Barracuda (Great)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bonefish
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Pompano
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Yellowtail)
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
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