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!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip – Captain's Choice
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 PM
    US $450
    This is a great way to get introduced to fishing in the Florida Keys! The waters around Islamorada are full of life and even if you have just a few hours, you can hook the likes of Snapper, Grouper, and Jack. All of your gear and fishing licenses are included. Just pack any drinks and snacks you'd like to enjoy. Departure time is flexible and anglers of all skill levels are welcome. This could be a wonderful sunset trip listening to music, enjoying a beverage, and catching fish.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $800
    The half-day trip gives you the flexibility to plan your day on and off the water. Choose to explore the nearshore patch reefs and nearby bays, or explore the area around the Everglades National Park! You'll target the likes of Redfish, Snook, Snapper, and Seatrout. Nearshore spots in the Atlantic or around the local bridges for Tarpon, Sharks, Snapper, Permit, and Grouper. Departure time is flexible and all of your gear is included. Pack any drinks and snacks you'd like to enjoy and away we go!
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,000
    A 3/4 day allows you to venture into the Everglades National Park to fish areas for Snook, Tarpon, Redfish, Shark, and Trout to name a few of the available species. With beautiful waterways islands and wildlife to view along the way. The trip might also take you to various patch reefs and nearshore wrecks in the Atlantic Ocean for Permit, Yellowtail, Grouper, Snapper, Mahi, and Barracuda.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Fishing Bonanza
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,200
    A full day trip gives you the extra time and will allow you to fish using several different techniques while fishing for every type of fish that swims in the waters off the upper Florida Keys. You can fish the waters surrounding Islamorada or head to the Everglades and spend your day there, prowling the waters for Snook, Tarpon, Tripletail, Shark, Redfish, and Snapper. Offshore wrecks for Permit, Snapper and Grouper.
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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

Meet the Captain

Shawn Mac Mullin
Islamorada, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
59 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
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

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Black) Black Grouper
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper
Tarpon Tarpon

Boat specs

Pathfinder (Center console) originally built in 2021. Powered by a 300HP Yamaha 4-stroke engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
25 ft
Capacity
4 persons

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

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

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

Trip includes

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

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

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

Payment

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 56 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Teresa D.
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Great Family Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  2 Hour Trip – Captain's Choice on April 3, 2024
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...
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Chuck R.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Shawn

VERIFIED   NEW  2 Hour Trip – Captain's Choice on April 12, 2024
Outstanding Captain. Shawn knows the waters (backwater and off shore), works hard, and finds fish. Highly recommend.
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David D.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Goes the extra nautical mile

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Fishing Bonanza on December 9, 2023
We had the best day.  Shawn took us way out back looking for fish which we found.  Some incredible sight seeing along the...
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Chris R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Shawn

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip on April 21, 2024
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Marcello Z.
Excellent
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Great Cap and Boat

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip – Captain's Choice on March 21, 2024
My son and I had a really good time fishing in Islamorada! We caught a bunch of mango snappers.
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