Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing 

4.9/5 (165 reviews)
 
State licensed
vob.svg Veteran owned
 Sioux Street 144, Tavernier, FL 33070, United States
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Are you ready to bring your search to an end and book a charter you’ll have a blast on? Is there a dream catch that you’ve been dreaming of finally reeling in? Would you like to be accompanied by an experienced and knowledgable guide, who can help you improve your skills? We’ll assume that your answers were the same as those of thousands of visitors who come down to Key Largo to chase their angling dreams each year.

For all the reasons mentioned above, and some additional ones, you’re lucky to have come across Captain Ben Trainer of Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing. Welcoming anglers of all skill levels, he’ll provide you with all the tools and knowledge you need to have a fun and successful day on the water. Whether you want to feel the thrill of battling “The Silver King” or reel in one tasty grouper after the other, this charter has you covered.

Fish aboard a sleek, 18’ Action Craft skiff, restored as recently as 2017. Powered by a 115HP Suzuki outboard, the vessel is has a top cruising speed of 40 knots. The boat’s shallow draft, combined with its stable fishing platform and topped off with features such as a poling tower and a trolling motor make it ideally suited for the flats. You’ll be able to get to all the best spots, no matter how secluded and once the action starts, you’ll have everything you need right there!

Captain Ben will provide you with all the fishing tackle you could need, including top-notch Redbone, Shimano and Penn rods and reels. Upon request, he’ll also bring aboard fly fishing and snorkeling equipment at no extra cost. Also included in the price is your fishing license and live bait that will be caught either prior or at the beginning of the trip, depending on the availability. A cooler with ice and bottled water will also be on board, with plenty of additional room for any food or drinks you chose to bring.

Now, if you’re ready to start your Florida fishing adventure, grab your sunglasses and sunscreen and book a trip right away!

Ben Trainer

Captain

Ben Trainer

17 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Child Friendly
 Snorkeling Equipment
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $500 
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
Price for 2 people
US $500 
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $650 
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $825 
There are 2 people looking at this charter.

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FAQs about Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing

What are the trip rates for Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing?

Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing?

When you book a trip with Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing?

Trips booked with Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License
  • Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing offer?

Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing offers the following types of fishing:

  • River Fishing
  • Lake Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing offer?

Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing?

Top targeted fish species with Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing include:

  • Bonefish
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail
  • Tuna (Blackfin)

Your captain

Ben Trainer

Tavernier, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
165 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2019

Captain Ben has fishing in his blood, he is a 2nd Generation Fishing Guide, and has been fishing ever since he could hold a rod. A combat veteran and Sgt. of Marines, he approaches everything he does with great attention to detail and takes pride in his work. He has had the privilege to learn about fly and tackle fishing all over the world and accumulate a vast amount of knowledge that he readily shares with his guests.

The fish you can target

Bonefish
Bonefish
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
1995
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Action Craft
Boat type
Skiff

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing

Lake Fishing

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Reef Fishing

Wreck Fishing

Flats Fishing

Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Popping

Fly Fishing

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Snorkeling Equipment

Live Bait Well

Tuna Tubes

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Drinks

Fishing License

Fly Fishing Equipment

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

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 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Tavernier right now

BonefishBonefish
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
PermitPermit
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Yellowtail)Snapper (Yellowtail)
SnookSnook
Spotted SeatroutSpotted Seatrout
TarponTarpon
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)

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