Captain Pat’s Charters 

5.0
(306 reviews)
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Veteran Owned
 Overseas Highway 104100, Key Largo, FL 33037, United States–

Captain Pat’s Charters 

Key Largo, FL, United States
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24 ft
4
5.0
(306 reviews)

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It's a true blessing to be a guide here in Key Largo. I'm an army veteran and I was born a florda native and fished the waters all around Florida for almost 40 years. Still, there is no fishing experience quite like that in the Keys. Whether it's the backwaters, or patch reefs in the Atlantic, the fish and beautiful natural living coral reefs to explore are unreal. We also pick you up at Giberts Resort where you can bring your catch and they will cook it!

The most targeted species are Snook, Hogfish, Tarpon, Triggerfish, Mahi, Barracuda, Flounder, Mackerel, Dolphin, Snapper, Bonefish, Permit, Cobia, Grouper, Trout, various species of Sharks and the list goes on and on and on.

We have a 24' Blazer Bay boat that accommodates up to 3 people. This bay boat features the latest navigational equipment, a tower, Mercury 300 engine, wireless trolling motor, live bait tank, power poles and a cooler. The trips are also a blast for kids and a great way to introduce them to fishing!

Your fishing equipment and fishing license are included in the price, so there's not a lot you need to bring other than maybe some lunch and snacks. We provide water on the boat. Lookin forward to catchin some fish with you!

It's a true blessing to be a guide here in Key Largo. I'm an army veteran and I was born a florda native and fished the waters all around Florida for almost 40 years. Still, there is no fishing experience quite like that in the Keys. Whether it's the backwaters, or patch reefs in the Atlantic, the fish and beautiful natural living coral reefs to explore are unreal. We also pick you up at Giberts Resort where you can bring your catch and they will cook it!

The most targeted species are Snook, Hogfish, Tarpon, Triggerfish, Mahi, Barracuda, Flounder, Mackerel, Dolphin, Snapper, Bonefish, Permit, Cobia, Grouper, Trout, various species of Sharks and the list goes on and on and on.

We have a 24' Blazer Bay boat that accommodates up to 3 people. This bay boat features the latest navigational equipment, a tower, Mercury 300 engine, wireless trolling motor, live bait tank, power poles and a cooler. The trips are also a blast for kids and a great way to introduce them to fishing!

Your fishing equipment and fishing license are included in the price, so there's not a lot you need to bring other than maybe some lunch and snacks. We provide water on the boat. Lookin forward to catchin some fish with you!

Patrick Bale
Captain
Patrick Bale
7 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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4 Hour Trip — Captain's Choice
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+5
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip — Everglades
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+4
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip — Patch Reef Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Gag)
+8
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip — Captain's Choice
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 11:30 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+5
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip — Patch Reef Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 11:30 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Gag)
+8
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip Everglades 1130am start
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 11:30 AM
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+4
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour fishing — Everglades
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+8
US $950
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip — Captain's Choice ⚓️
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+5
US $950
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip — Patch Reef Fishin ⚓️
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Gag)
+8
US $950
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip — Captain's Choice ⚓️
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+5
US $1,250
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip — Everglades trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+4
US $1,250
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip — Patch Reef Fishin ⚓️
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Gag)
+8
US $1,250
Entire boat: 2 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
306 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (229)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

Reviews (306)

  • Golan Naftaly
    Golan Naftaly
    Repeat angler
    il
    Israel
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    best fishing day

    4 hour Everglades trip Afternoon on January 16, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    ​5 Stars for Captain Patrick (aka "The Big Bro"! (-:) ​If you want a fishing guide who works harder than a caffeinated squirrel, Patrick is your man. I took my 12-year-old son out, and Patrick literally went above and beyond—hopping from spot to spot like he was on a mission to catch every fish in the ocean. ​He’s got magic hands for fixing any gear and a huge heart to match. We started calling him "Bro" because he felt like family! ​The Gear: Top-tier and professional. ​The Boat: So clean you could eat off the deck. ​The Haul: Snapper, Mutton, and Grouper. ​he took the catch after he filleted it to Gilbert’s afterward, and it was absolute fire. If you’re looking for a legendary day on the water, book Captain Patrick. ​

  • Alex Liverman
    Alex Liverman
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Great time!

    4 Hour Trip — Captain's Choice on October 15, 2026 • 2 adults

    Capt Pat got us out on the water a few minutes earlier. Caught some bait and we went to work! Plenty of Jacks, and different snappers. Had a great time, beautiful weather and will definitely come back if I'm in the area! Thank you Captain Pat!

  • Jonathan Bidwell
    Jonathan Bidwell
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Top notch and family friendly.

    4 Hour Trip — Everglades on June 18, 2026 • 3 adults

    what an experience. once the lines hit the water it was fish on almost non stop the whole time. Captain Pat is a really cool guy and fellow Veteran. He had my teenage son and daughter laughing and sharing fishing stories. I hope hoping for a great experience for my kids and Captain Pat made that happen. we will be fishing with him again and highly recommend his services. 100%

  • Becky Halko
    Becky Halko
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    We highly recommend Capt Pat!

    4 Hour Trip — Everglades - 11:30 AM on March 8, 2026 • 2 adults

    We went on the 11:30 charter trip on 3/8/2026 and had a wonderful time. Capt. Pat was extremely knowledgeable about the fish and where to find them. He was very oatient and answered any questions we had. He has served our country in the Army and we are grateful for his service and allowinf us the freedom to go on fishing charters. Highly recommend booking his boat! We look forward to taking another trip with him the next time we are in Key Largo.

  • Maggy Alvarado
    Maggy Alvarado
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome trip

    2 Hour Quick Trip on May 21, 2026 • 2 adults

    Cap Patt was excellent, this was a solo trip and he made my day. We caught around 10 fish! and I got to know the Keys backcountry! I will do this again a million times.

  • Dan Stallard
    Dan Stallard
    Repeat angler
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2018
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    My wife and I had a great day on the water with Capt Pat..put us on the fish and enjoyed our catch for dinner!

    6 Hour Trip — Captain's Choice ⚓️ on February 11, 2026 • 2 adults

    My wife and I had a great time with Capt Pat. It was tough conditions because of the cold weather snap the previous week. However he put us on the bite that was available and we enjoyed our catch for dinner..😎 He’s a stand up guy and I’d definitely recommend him..

  • Brian Lasee
    Brian Lasee
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best tripnwith Captain Pat.

    4 Hour Trip Everglades 1130am start on April 29, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Pat made our day perfect. we caught fish, and had a great trip. Everything you want in a fishing trip without any hassle-Text Captain Pat! Thank you for everything you do Pat! Fish on……..!!! Brian and Jen.

  • Brian Maloney
    Brian Maloney
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Snapper City.

    4 Hour Trip — Everglades on April 14, 2026 • 2 adults

    Had a great day on the water with Captain Pat. Caught a bunch of mangrove snapper, a snook, and hooked a Goliath grouper that snapped the line. Captain Pat was very knowledgeable and patient. Highly recommend.

  • Jeffrey Hall
    Jeffrey Hall
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great experience

    6 Hour fishing — Everglades on December 19, 2025 • 3 adults

    Captain Pat was great. We caught lots of fish and had a blast. He was very helpful and patient with us as we were very novice. Would definitely use him again.

  • Britt Williams
    Britt Williams
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2021
    7 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fish on!

    6 Hour fishing — Everglades on December 27, 2025 • 3 adults

    Mutton & mangrove snapper, grouper, yellowtail, all day. Thanks Captain Pat! Live bait, high-end Penn reels, first class.

FAQs about Captain Pat’s Charters

Captain Pat’s Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip — Captain's Choice (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip — Captain's Choice (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip — Everglades (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip — Patch Reef Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip — Patch Reef Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip Everglades 1130am start (4 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour fishing — Everglades (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip — Captain's Choice ⚓️ (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip — Patch Reef Fishin ⚓️ (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip — Captain's Choice ⚓️ (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip — Everglades trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip — Patch Reef Fishin ⚓️ (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Captain Pat’s Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Captain Pat’s Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (All takle and rods are included in the cost)
  • Live bait (Live bait is included in the overall price )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Nope ! That's all on your captain!)
  • Drinks (I keep bottled water on the boat )
  • Fishing license (All covered by me. )
Captain Pat’s Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (Back country )
  • Nearshore fishing (Patch reef)
  • Offshore fishing (Patch reef)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Captain Pat’s Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with Captain Pat’s Charters include:
  • Cero Mackerel
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Hogfish
  • Permit
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Patrick Bale
Patrick Bale
Key Largo, Florida, United States
20 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
306 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2020
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Patrick is an Army Veteran with a passion for not only fishing but the conservation of wildlife too. He is a Florida native that truly loves where he comes from.
Patrick Bale
Patrick Bale
Fully verified
US veteran
Angler's Choice
20
reports
306
reviews
2020
member since
~1h
response
Captain Patrick is an Army Veteran with a passion for not only fishing but the conservation of wildlife too. He is a Florida native that truly loves where he comes from.

The fish you can target

Cero Mackerel
Cero Mackerel
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Hogfish
Hogfish
Permit
Permit
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Cero Mackerel
Cero Mackerel
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Hogfish
Hogfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Multiple redfish arranged on a dockside fillet table with a measuring board.
    Fish 1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Great Snapper bite
  • Solo angler holding a large red snapper-style fish aboard a shallow-water fishing boat surrounded by mangroves.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Mutton Snapper
    Alex L.
    Alex L.
    Capt Pat got us out on the water a few minutes earlier. Caught some bait and we went to work! Plenty of Jacks, and different snappers. Had a great time, beautiful weather and will definitely come back if I'm in the area! Thank you Captain Pat!
  • Sunset over calm coastal water with a boat wake in the foreground and a distant shoreline.
    Jonathan B.
    Jonathan B.
    what an experience. once the lines hit the water it was fish on almost non stop the whole time. Captain Pat is a really cool guy and fellow Veteran. He had my teenage son and daughter laughing and sharing fishing stories. I hope hoping for a great experience for my kids and Captain Pat made that happen. we will be fishing with him again and highly recommend his services. 100%
  • Angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Speckled Trout while fishing from a boat.
    Maggy A.
    Maggy A.
    Cap Patt was excellent, this was a solo trip and he made my day. We caught around 10 fish! and I got to know the Keys backcountry! I will do this again a million times.
  • Adult angler holding a freshly caught fish aboard a center-console boat in a calm mangrove-lined waterway, with another angler visible nearby.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Jack Crevalle
    Brian L.
    Brian L.
    Captain Pat made our day perfect. we caught fish, and had a great trip. Everything you want in a fishing trip without any hassle-Text Captain Pat! Thank you for everything you do Pat! Fish on……..!!! Brian and Jen.
  • A smiling angler proudly displays her catch, a Snook, while fishing in a mangrove-lined waterway.
    Fish 1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Brian M.
    Brian M.
    Had a great day on the water with Captain Pat. Caught a bunch of mangrove snapper, a snook, and hooked a Goliath grouper that snapped the line. Captain Pat was very knowledgeable and patient. Highly recommend.
  • A young angler casting a line while fishing in a scenic mangrove area, showcasing the excitement of the sport.
    J S.
    J S.
    We caught fish when no one else was catching anything. Great time.
  • Two young anglers enjoying a scenic moment on a boat in a mangrove area, dressed in hoodies against the cool weather.
    Devin H.
    Devin H.
  • Angler displaying a freshly caught snapper-like fish over bright turquoise coastal water beside the boat.
    Fish 1
    Mutton Snapper
    Becky H.
    Becky H.
    We went on the 11:30 charter trip on 3/8/2026 and had a wonderful time. Capt. Pat was extremely knowledgeable about the fish and where to find them. He was very oatient and answered any questions we had. He has served our country in the Army and we are grateful for his service and allowinf us the freedom to go on fishing charters. Highly recommend booking his boat! We look forward to taking another trip with him the next time we are in Key Largo.
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large spotted snapper on a boat over clear turquoise coastal water.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Grouper
    Bob W.
    Bob W.
    Put me right on fish, great guide!!!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
2420 Blazer Bay
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

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

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
All takle and rods are included in the cost
Live bait
Live bait is included in the overall price
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Nope ! That's all on your captain!
Drinks
I keep bottled water on the boat
Fishing license
All covered by me.

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
We have no age limit to children on the boat. We encourage kids fishing
You keep catch
As long as the fish are in season
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
 American Express
 PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Key Largo right now

Cero MackerelCero Mackerel
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black)Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
HogfishHogfish
PermitPermit
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Mutton)Snapper (Mutton)
Snapper (Yellowtail)Snapper (Yellowtail)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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