Goliath Charters Summerland 

4.8/5 (93 reviews)
 
State licensed
 477 Drost Drive, Cudjoe Key, FL 33042, United States

Goliath Charters Summerland 

 
State licensed
4.8/5 (93 reviews)
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477 Drost Drive
Cudjoe Key, FL, United States
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Welcome to Goliath Charters, your gateway to the fishing paradise of the Florida Keys. Led by Captain Craig Clopper, an experienced US Navy Veteran and certified captain, our 25ft Seavee boat is equipped to handle nearly any sea conditions.

With a reliable 300 hp 2023 Yamaha engine, our boat is designed to cater to various fishing styles. Captain Craig is skilled in offshore, reef, wreck, and flats fishing, ensuring a diverse range of angling experiences in the abundant waters of the Florida Keys.

From redfish, snook, tarpon, bonefish, and permit in the backcountry to cobia, sailfish, tuna, and various snapper and grouper species on the reef Goliath Charters offers a thrilling fishing experience. And if you seek the mighty goliath grouper, Captain Craig has them named and trained to eat on command! With top-of-the-line Shimano gear, you'll feel the excitement of reeling in your catch.

Forget the hassle of fishing licenses – Captain Craig covers all necessary permits. And after a successful day on the water, he'll clean your catch, leaving you with a delicious bounty to savor.

Captain Craig's lifelong passion for fishing and the outdoors, combined with his expertise and experience, make him the perfect guide for your Lower Keys fishing adventure. Whether exploring the flats, backcountry, reef, or offshore waters of Cudjoe Key, he is dedicated to sharing his backyard with anglers from around the world.

So, prepare for world-class fishing under the Florida sun. With Goliath Charters, you're in the capable hands of Captain Craig – a US Coast Guard certified captain, Padi-trained divemaster, and aquatics first aid instructor. Book your trip now and get ready for an unforgettable fishing experience in the Florida Keys!

Welcome to Goliath Charters, your gateway to the fishing paradise of the Florida Keys. Led by Captain Craig Clopper, an experienced US Navy Veteran and certified captain, our 25ft Seavee boat is equipped to handle nearly any sea conditions.

With a reliable 300 hp 2023 Yamaha engine, our boat is designed to cater to various fishing styles. Captain Craig is skilled in offshore, reef, wreck, and flats fishing, ensuring a diverse range of angling experiences in the abundant waters of the Florida Keys.

From redfish, snook, tarpon, bonefish, and permit in the backcountry to cobia, sailfish, tuna, and various snapper and grouper species on the reef Goliath Charters offers a thrilling fishing experience. And if you seek the mighty goliath grouper, Captain Craig has them named and trained to eat on command! With top-of-the-line Shimano gear, you'll feel the excitement of reeling in your catch.

Forget the hassle of fishing licenses – Captain Craig covers all necessary permits. And after a successful day on the water, he'll clean your catch, leaving you with a delicious bounty to savor.

Captain Craig's lifelong passion for fishing and the outdoors, combined with his expertise and experience, make him the perfect guide for your Lower Keys fishing adventure. Whether exploring the flats, backcountry, reef, or offshore waters of Cudjoe Key, he is dedicated to sharing his backyard with anglers from around the world.

So, prepare for world-class fishing under the Florida sun. With Goliath Charters, you're in the capable hands of Captain Craig – a US Coast Guard certified captain, Padi-trained divemaster, and aquatics first aid instructor. Book your trip now and get ready for an unforgettable fishing experience in the Florida Keys!

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Rating

4.8
93 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (66)

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
89%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
89%
Recommended
92%
Caught fish

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Justin Thawley
Justin Thawley
us
Delaware, US
Member since 2026
2
5.0
Verified
Best part of our Keys trip – amazing with kids!
Wham bam, thank you, Captain Craig on March 15, 20262 adults1 child
We booked Goliath Charters and Tours while visiting the Keys, and it ended up being the highlight of our trip. Captain Bryce was absolutely amazing – so kind, patient, and genuinely great with our 6‑year‑old daughter. He took extra time to help her bait the hook, showed her how to reel in her fish, and celebrated every little catch with her like it was the biggest one of the day. As parents, we really appreciated how calm and reassuring he was, making sure she felt safe, included, and never rushed. He balanced helping her with still giving the adults plenty of time to fish and enjoy the day. The boat was clean and comfortable, the spots he took us was beautiful, and we caught enough fish to keep everyone excited. We left so happy with, great photos, and memories we’ll be talking about for a long time. We would 100% book with Goliath Charters again and especially recommend Captain Bryce for any family with young children.
Reported catch:
Yellowtail Snapper
Permit
Redfish
Patrik Holtari
Patrik Holtari
fi
Finland
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
What an experience early in the morning!
Wham bam, thank you, Captain Craig on February 22, 20262 adults
First fishing trip with my 13yr old son and what a morning it was! Captain Bryce was super pro and helping out with everything making it a truly memorable experience. We caught three king fish, one of them quite a monster. My son was so happy reeling in those bad boys. Perfect sunny morning and amazingly calm waters on Sunday, well worth 5am wake up call. Perfect father&son experience, highly recommended!
Abigail Alibozek
Abigail Alibozek
Repeat angler
us
Vermont, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Operation Big & Spicy; Success!
Bastardized sightfishing the flats on March 22, 20262 adults
Captain asked if there was anything specific we would like to fish for. We said anything big and spicy (aggressive). Caught a variety of fish at a few different locations and finnished the trip with a large lemon shark. Captain was great to talk with during the trip. Definately would book again with this charter!
William Butler
William Butler
us
Sunrise, FL, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
worth the 3+ hour drive
Wham bam, thank you, Captain Craig on March 2, 20262 adults
Our fishing trip started at 6 AM. We left Fort Lauderdale at 2 AM that morning. The time and money was well spent. The l Captain was awesome, professional, on time, and onows his profession. o highly recommend him to everyone. looking forward to our next trip and the 3+ drive each way.
Jason Jones
Jason Jones
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
CudJoe key
Be the first one on the Tarpon on May 8, 20262 adults
craig is a great guy! i enjoyed spending the day with him. gors above and beyond to assure you will catch fish

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One hour sunset cruise
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
1 hour trip starts at 6:00 PM
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US $200
Entire boat: 2 people
Be the first one on the Tarpon
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
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US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Be the first one on the Tarpon
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
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US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Get on tailing permit at sunrise
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
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US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Wham bam, thank you, Captain Craig
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
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US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Bastardized sightfishing the flats
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
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US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Sandbar Adventure
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Bastardized Bonefish bonanza!
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
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US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Sunset Shark
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 7:00 PM
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Marquasas wreck fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $1,600
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.8
93 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (66)

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
89%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
89%
Recommended
92%
Caught fish

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Justin Thawley
Justin Thawley
us
Delaware, US
Member since 2026
2
5.0
Verified
Best part of our Keys trip – amazing with kids!
Wham bam, thank you, Captain Craig on March 15, 20262 adults1 child
We booked Goliath Charters and Tours while visiting the Keys, and it ended up being the highlight of our trip. Captain Bryce was absolutely amazing – so kind, patient, and genuinely great with our 6‑year‑old daughter. He took extra time to help her bait the hook, showed her how to reel in her fish, and celebrated every little catch with her like it was the biggest one of the day. As parents, we really appreciated how calm and reassuring he was, making sure she felt safe, included, and never rushed. He balanced helping her with still giving the adults plenty of time to fish and enjoy the day. The boat was clean and comfortable, the spots he took us was beautiful, and we caught enough fish to keep everyone excited. We left so happy with, great photos, and memories we’ll be talking about for a long time. We would 100% book with Goliath Charters again and especially recommend Captain Bryce for any family with young children.
Reported catch:
Yellowtail Snapper
Permit
Redfish
Patrik Holtari
Patrik Holtari
fi
Finland
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
What an experience early in the morning!
Wham bam, thank you, Captain Craig on February 22, 20262 adults
First fishing trip with my 13yr old son and what a morning it was! Captain Bryce was super pro and helping out with everything making it a truly memorable experience. We caught three king fish, one of them quite a monster. My son was so happy reeling in those bad boys. Perfect sunny morning and amazingly calm waters on Sunday, well worth 5am wake up call. Perfect father&son experience, highly recommended!
Abigail Alibozek
Abigail Alibozek
Repeat angler
us
Vermont, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Operation Big & Spicy; Success!
Bastardized sightfishing the flats on March 22, 20262 adults
Captain asked if there was anything specific we would like to fish for. We said anything big and spicy (aggressive). Caught a variety of fish at a few different locations and finnished the trip with a large lemon shark. Captain was great to talk with during the trip. Definately would book again with this charter!
William Butler
William Butler
us
Sunrise, FL, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
worth the 3+ hour drive
Wham bam, thank you, Captain Craig on March 2, 20262 adults
Our fishing trip started at 6 AM. We left Fort Lauderdale at 2 AM that morning. The time and money was well spent. The l Captain was awesome, professional, on time, and onows his profession. o highly recommend him to everyone. looking forward to our next trip and the 3+ drive each way.
Jason Jones
Jason Jones
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
CudJoe key
Be the first one on the Tarpon on May 8, 20262 adults
craig is a great guy! i enjoyed spending the day with him. gors above and beyond to assure you will catch fish

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Seavee
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
47 knots
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