Island Girl Charters Pet friendly

Located in Marathon, Florida, Island Girl Charters offers a variety of exciting opportunities to get out on the water! Whether you want to battle notorious Shark species close to shore, combine top-notch reef fishing with a sunset cruise, or battle big game fish offshore, Captain Lori Mccoy welcomes you to come aboard for the adventure of a lifetime. Even better? Anglers of all ages and skill levels are welcome, so make this a family trip to remember!

Capt. Lori grew up on the water and has been fishing since she was a little girl, regularly spending summers exploring Florida’s “fishing village,” Destin. She has over 40 years of angling experience under her belt, and prides herself on offer fully customizable adventures that’ll turn you into a true fishing fanatic!

You’ll be traveling on board a 31’ Stamas center console, built to cruise a variety of fishing grounds. She has room for up to 6 guests and is decked out with the hottest safety and navigational gear. There’s also a full toilet on board for those longer trips! Keen anglers will be pleased to see that this vessel includes outriggers, so get ready to cover plenty of ground when trolling.

Head to the local reefs, and you’ll have the chance to hook Yellowtail Snapper, as well as bottom fishing for other species. This is a great option for beginners. If you want to stay near shore and hook notorious sea beasts, you can target Shark species in the calmer waters of the Gulf. Ready for a challenge? Capt. Lori will take you up to 30 miles offshore, where you can battle Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and maybe even Sailfish!

You won’t just be angling, either – opt for a mixed trip and combine top-notch fishing action with a sunset cruise, a trip to the sandbar, snorkeling the beautiful waters of Sombrero Lighthouse, or even a booze cruise. All fishing gear is included, as well as snorkeling equipment, so all that’s left is to come aboard Island Girl Charters for an incredible adventure!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Mix It Up
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $800
    Choose to fish, snorkel, boat tour, have lunch at a fantastic restaurant – your choice. All licenses included. We will clean your catch and provide bags for it. If for some reason it is too rough to snorkel, you will fish and have a tour or just fish. Bring your snorkeling gear.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Mix It Up (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $800
    You can mix this 4-hour trip up any way you'd like! Combine fishing with snorkeling, It's up to you! For example, you can spend half of your day fishing the reefs, then travel over to Sombrero Lighthouse for some snorkeling. Your captain will provide rods, reels, bait, tackle, and a fishing license. Choose your own adventure and get ready for an incredible time on the water! Bring your own snorkeling gear. If we can't snorkel, we'll just fish or maybe a boat tour.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $800
    This 4-hour trip will see you heading to several spots, either in the bay or by the reefs, depending on the time of year and conditions. You'll chum up the waters and target Yellowtail Snapper, and at the same time will be bottom fishing and have a line out to tempt other species that may swim by. Your captain will provide rods, reels, bait, tackle, a fishing license. so just make sure you bring plenty of sunscreen and a camera!
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $800
    This 4-hour trip will see you heading to several spots, either in the bay or by the reefs, depending on the time of year and conditions. You'll chum up the waters and target Yellowtail Snapper, and at the same time will be bottom fishing and have a line out to tempt other species that may swim by. Your captain will provide rods, reels, bait, tackle, a fishing license, and snacks and drinks, so just make sure you bring plenty of sunscreen and a camera!
  • Private trip
    Shark Fishing (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $800
    Get ready for some excitement and bending rods!!!! Enjoy an awesome time and see sharks up close. We can catch lemon, black tip, spinners, bull, tiger, nurse sharks and more. Fishing is in the calm waters of Florida Bay.
  • Private trip
    Shark Fishing (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $800
    Get ready for some excitement and bending rods!!!! Enjoy an awesome time and see sharks up close. We can catch lemon, black tip, spinners, bull, tiger, nurse sharks and more. Fishing is in the calm waters of Florida Bay.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Jan 1
    US $1,100
    On this 6-hour trip, you'll head to several spots either in the bay or along the reef, depending on the time of year and water conditions. You'll target Yellowtail Snapper by chumming up the waters, as well as bottom fishing and throwing a line out for various other species that may swim by. Your captain will provide rods, reels, bait, tackle, and your fishing license, so all you need to bring is some sunscreen and a sense of adventure!
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Mix It Up
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $1,100
    Mix fishing along with snorkeling or another activity such as a boat tour or sandbar (sandbar trips are subject to conditions). If we cannot snorkel because of the weather, the trip will be fishing or fishing and a tour. Bring your snorkeling gear.
    Targeted fish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Mix It Up
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $1,250
    Combine activities. Fishing, snorkeling, sandbar (sandbar trips are subject to weather conditions and cannot be guaranteed) barhop, boat tour – you pick your trip. Bring snorkeling gear. If the weather keeps us from snorkeling, the trip will just be fishing or fishing and a boat tour.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Offshore
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Aug 2
    US $1,700
    If you want to target some world-famous big game fish, then this is the trip for you! You'll head up to 30 miles offshore to target Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and hopefully some Sailfish too. You may even stop at the reef on the journey in to catch some Yellowtail Snapper. Your captain will provide rods, reels, bait, tackle, and fishing licenses. Bring along sunscreen, sunglasses, and plenty of fighting spirit! Due to the rise in fuel prices, an additional fuel charge will be applied.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Offshore
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Aug 31
    US $1,800
    This 8-hour adventure will give you plenty of time to fish the deeper waters off Marathon. You'll troll up to 30 miles offshore to explore the humps for Mahi as well as whatever else is biting. This trip offers up plenty of fun and excitement, and your captain will provide you with rods, reels, bait, tackle, and a fishing license – fishing is hungry work, after all. All you need to bring is a sense of adventure! Due to the fuel cost rising a fuel surcharge may apply per gallon after the first 20 miles.
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FAQs about Island Girl Charters Pet friendly

Island Girl Charters Pet friendly offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $800 per group - Half Day Trip – Mix It Up (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Half Day Trip – Mix It Up (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Shark Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Shark Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Mix It Up (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - Full Day Trip – Mix It Up (8 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Island Girl Charters Pet friendly, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Island Girl Charters Pet friendly include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Island Girl Charters Pet friendly offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Island Girl Charters Pet friendly offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Island Girl Charters Pet friendly include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Lemon)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Lori Mccoy
Marathon, Florida, United States
76 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since April 2019
I grew up on the water and have been fishing since I was a little girl. I spent my summers in Destin fishing with family when I was a youngster. I have been fishing and lobstering in Marathon for over 15 years and have made Marathon my home!

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Shark (Bull) Bull Shark
Shark (Lemon) Lemon Shark

Boat specs

Stamas (Center console) originally built in 2006. Powered by 2 300HP Suzuki engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
32 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
You Keep Catch

Payment

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 76 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (49)
Captain Ricky worked hard and had to re-anchor with changing wind directions caught 40 to 50 fish
Captain Ricky worked hard and had to re-anchor with changing wind directions caught 40 to 50 fish
Half Day Trip with Captain Lori
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Angler rating
60
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
85%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
86%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
87%
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John B.
Cape Carteret, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
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Great Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 3, 2023
A family fun fishing trip.  6 of us went out on the Island Girl, Grandparents and kids, plenty of room and places to sit and...
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JASON S.
Excellent
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Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Good conversation and great fishing
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Ricky M.
Powersville, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Mix It Up on July 14, 2023
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David L.
Plymouth, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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4 hour Combo trip with Island Girl

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Mix It Up (PM) on June 30, 2022
We are a family of 5 that had very little fishing experience.  Captain Lori and Randy made our trip one that we will remember....
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Anthony D.
St. Augustine, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Boating trip with Captain Lori and first Mate Ian

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – Mix It Up on July 10, 2021
It was an amazing experience!!! The people manning the boat were super kind, supportive, and just fun to be around! They taught...
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