Prime Time Charters Pathfinder 

4.9/5 (62 reviews)
 96 Madeira Road, Slip 23 , Islamorada, FL 33036, United States

Prime Time Charters Pathfinder 

Islamorada, FL, United States
25 ft
4
4.9/5 (62 reviews)

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Adventure awaits with Prime Time Charters Islamorada! With beautiful reefs, productive backcountry, and the Everglades National Park all easily accessible, there's no telling how many fish you can catch. Head out with Captain Shawn MacMullin, a second-generation captain who's always ready for memorable fishing experiences.

We are located in Islamorada, Florida Keys, at the Islamorada Yacht Basin in slips 22 and 23 adjacent to the world-famous Lorelei Restaurant and Bar. A great place to depart and return with a lot of activity at the dock.

Your vessel for the day is a 2021 25' Pathfinder bay boat, powered by a 300 HP Yamaha engine. This state-of-the-art fishing machine is ideal for navigating the diverse terrains in the Keys and you'll have the opportunity to be one of the first to fish on it. There's plenty of space for 4 anglers to fish at the same time comfortably and a T-top to keep you sheltered from the Florida sun.

Fishing doesn't get much more diverse than in the Florida Keys! Choose to explore the backcountry and take in stunning wildlife as you fish, or explore the Everglades National Park. Your targets in these inshore waters include Snook, Tarpon, Redfish, Seatrout, and Snapper. Head a little deeper and the crystal clear waters are stocked with Snapper, Grouper, and Hogfish!

Capt. Shawn provides all the rods, reels, and tackle you need for maximum efficiency. If you'd like to do some fly fishing, let him know in advance and he can bring along equipment for that too. He's also happy to clean and fillet any keeper catch at the end of your trip. Just pack any drinks and snacks you'd like to enjoy throughout the day and you're ready to go!

Whether you are an experienced angler or a beginner you'll have a great time with Prime Time Charters!

Adventure awaits with Prime Time Charters Islamorada! With beautiful reefs, productive backcountry, and the Everglades National Park all easily accessible, there's no telling how many fish you can catch. Head out with Captain Shawn MacMullin, a second-generation captain who's always ready for memorable fishing experiences.

We are located in Islamorada, Florida Keys, at the Islamorada Yacht Basin in slips 22 and 23 adjacent to the world-famous Lorelei Restaurant and Bar. A great place to depart and return with a lot of activity at the dock.

Your vessel for the day is a 2021 25' Pathfinder bay boat, powered by a 300 HP Yamaha engine. This state-of-the-art fishing machine is ideal for navigating the diverse terrains in the Keys and you'll have the opportunity to be one of the first to fish on it. There's plenty of space for 4 anglers to fish at the same time comfortably and a T-top to keep you sheltered from the Florida sun.

Fishing doesn't get much more diverse than in the Florida Keys! Choose to explore the backcountry and take in stunning wildlife as you fish, or explore the Everglades National Park. Your targets in these inshore waters include Snook, Tarpon, Redfish, Seatrout, and Snapper. Head a little deeper and the crystal clear waters are stocked with Snapper, Grouper, and Hogfish!

Capt. Shawn provides all the rods, reels, and tackle you need for maximum efficiency. If you'd like to do some fly fishing, let him know in advance and he can bring along equipment for that too. He's also happy to clean and fillet any keeper catch at the end of your trip. Just pack any drinks and snacks you'd like to enjoy throughout the day and you're ready to go!

Whether you are an experienced angler or a beginner you'll have a great time with Prime Time Charters!

Shawn Mac Mullin
Captain
Shawn Mac Mullin
8 years of experience

Trip availability and prices

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2 Hour Trip – Captain's Choice
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $800
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 3 people
8 Hour Trip – Fishing Bonanza
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Rating

4.9
62 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (69)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
93%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

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Rob Hoyland
Rob Hoyland
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Excellent Captain
2 Hour Trip – Captain's Choice on November 25, 20251 adult

Very knowledgeable and skilled Captain. Easy to chat with and (even though my trip was just two hours) put me right on the fish and we had some good early success. I'm just a beginner but he was very patient, will certainly try and book again for a longer trip.

Reported catch:
Tarpon
Dan Heiser
Dan Heiser
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Shawn
4 Hour Trip on September 10, 20252 adults

John Cox
John Cox
Repeat angler
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2021
8 trips
5.0
Verified
Shawn is the man!
4 Hour Trip on February 18, 20252 adults

Highly recommend spending a day on the water with Captain Shawn! He’s a great communicator and his fishing enthusiasm + knowledge is next level. He called the day before our trip and said the tarpon were biting… a fish my 15 year old son and I had dreamed about but never landed. Shawn put us on the fish and was really patient with us tarpon newbies, teaching us about tarpon habitat and catching techniques. We caught multiple tarpon (among other species) and my son declared it “the best day of fishing” he’s ever had. We’ll definitely go out with Shawn next time we’re in Islamorada.

Reported catch:
Tarpon
Lawrence Gumb
Lawrence Gumb
us
Maine, US
Member since 2026
The captain canceled
March 2, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on March 2, 2026

The charter operator canceled 3 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

Teresa Dickinson
Teresa Dickinson
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Great Family Fishing Trip
2 Hour Trip – Captain's Choice on April 3, 20242 adults2 children

We did a 2 hour sunset trip with our 2 boys ages 12 and 9. Captain Shawn was very knowledgeable of the area. His boat is very comfortable and my kids were reeling in fish left and right. Captain Shawn was very patient with our kids as they are pretty new to fishing. He was cracking jokes and had them feeling comfortable and confident quickly. We seen a crocodile, shark and some manatees as well. Captain Shawn filleted a few of our fish for us and after our trip we went over to Lorelei and they cooked up our fresh catch. The whole experience was a lot of fun and our kids said it was the best part of our trip. We will definitely be coming back for the 4 hour trip next time we are in Islamorada.

FAQs about Prime Time Charters Pathfinder

Prime Time Charters Pathfinder offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - 2 Hour Trip – Captain's Choice (2 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Fishing Bonanza (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Prime Time Charters Pathfinder, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Garmin
  • Fishfinder Garmin
  • Live bait well Twin live bait wells
  • Wireless trolling motor GPS spot lock Minn Kota 36 volt
  • Ice box Cooler for drinks, fish and bait
  • Radar SIRIUS XM WEATHER RADAR
Trips booked with Prime Time Charters Pathfinder include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Latest high quality )
  • Live bait (Shrimp, Pinfish, Pilchards )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Professionally cleaned and bagged at no charge )
  • Fishing license (We have a charter license to cover 4 guests )
  • Fly fishing equipment (Upon request in advance )
Prime Time Charters Pathfinder offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing (Patch reefs with predictably calm seas)
  • Reef fishing (Great reef is located just a few miles from shore )
  • Wreck fishing (A lot of wrecks are spread out along the keys)
  • Backcountry fishing
Prime Time Charters Pathfinder offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Fly fishing (Equipment provided upon advance request )
Top targeted fish species with Prime Time Charters Pathfinder include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Shawn Mac Mullin
Shawn Mac Mullin
Shawn Mac Mullin

Islamorada, Florida, United States

63 Customer reviews
Typical response within 2 hours
Member since January 2020

Early on I started fishing in South Florida and I have been a licensed Coast Guard Captain since I was 18 years old and still in high school. My father being a captain for over 30 years has given me the chance to fish around the world in tournaments and for fun mainly in pursuit of billfish. Having fished around the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America I believe there is no better place to catch a variety of fish than right here in the Florida Keys. My goal is to provide a memorable enjoyable experience for all my customers

63 Customer reviews
Typical response within 2 hours
Member since January 2020

Early on I started fishing in South Florida and I have been a licensed Coast Guard Captain since I was 18 years old and still in high school. My father being a captain for over 30 years has given me the chance to fish around the world in tournaments and for fun mainly in pursuit of billfish. Having fished around the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America I believe there is no better place to catch a variety of fish than right here in the Florida Keys. My goal is to provide a memorable enjoyable experience for all my customers

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Tarpon
Tarpon
Cobia
Cobia
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Tarpon
Tarpon

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha 4-stroke
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Patch reefs with predictably calm seas
Reef Fishing
Great reef is located just a few miles from shore
Wreck Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Fly Fishing
Equipment provided upon advance request

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Garmin
Fishfinder
Garmin
Live bait well
Twin live bait wells
Wireless trolling motor
GPS spot lock Minn Kota 36 volt
Ice box
Cooler for drinks, fish and bait
Radar
SIRIUS XM WEATHER RADAR

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Latest high quality
Live bait
Shrimp, Pinfish, Pilchards
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Professionally cleaned and bagged at no charge
Fishing license
We have a charter license to cover 4 guests
Fly fishing equipment
Upon request in advance

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
5 and older recommended
You keep catch
Fish in season and within limits
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Islamorada right now

CobiaCobia
Grouper (Black)Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Goliath)Grouper (Goliath)
TarponTarpon

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