Captain Pat’s Charters
Veteran owned
+51It'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 4-5 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!
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Patrick Bale
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+178Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Appropriate for children
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
97%
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Great day of family fun
Patch Reef Fishing 4hour on May 20, 2025
Had a great day fishing with Captain Pat. We did the 4hr patch reef trip. He put us right on a couple spots that were productive for Yellowtail, Mutton Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Bar Jack and Black Grouper. He was very attentive and fun to talk with. Very knowledgeable in the sport. He filleted our catch and we just had a portion of it cooked up at Gilbert's Resort. Delicious! (Forgot to take picture of food before diving in.) Looking forward to the next trip out with Pat. Next time will be an inshore adventure tracking down snook. Highly recommend this trip.
Had a great day fishing with Captain Pat. We did the 4hr patch reef trip. He put us right on a couple spots that were productive for Yellowtail, Mutton Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Bar Jack and Black Grouper. He was very attentive and fun to talk with. Very knowledgeable in the sport. He filleted our catch and we just had a portion of it cooked up at Gilbert's Resort. Delicious! (Forgot to take picture of food before diving in.) Looking forward to the next trip out with Pat. Next time will be...
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FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE.
Captain’s Choice ⚓️ 6h on May 30, 2025
Book with confidence!!!!!Capt. Pat was awesome!!!!! I am an avid bass angler but like to go out in the backcountry and salt water fish. Pat is definitely one of us. He is not afraid to make long runs if he isn't on fish close. He will jump from spot to spot to make sure you catch fish. Conversation was great as well. Will definitely be using Capt Pat anytime I am back in the Keys!!!! When we got off the water the last day I truly felt like I made a buddy that I will fish with from now on.Great job Capt Pat
Book with confidence!!!!!Capt. Pat was awesome!!!!! I am an avid bass angler but like to go out in the backcountry and salt water fish. Pat is definitely one of us. He is not afraid to make long runs if he isn't on fish close. He will jump from spot to spot to make sure you catch fish. Conversation was great as well. Will definitely be using Capt Pat anytime I am back in the Keys!!!! When we got off the water the last day I truly felt like I made a buddy that I will fish with from now...
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Good days fishing
Captain’s Choice ⚓️ 6h on May 2, 2025
Boat was prepared and ready to go captain explained we would try different marks First one produced lots of sea trout with helpful Suggestions on how to work bait then on to snook before chasing mutton snapper again helpful advice. Good day out great way to see the wildlife stunning scenery and catch fish. Captain stopped to assist a boat in trouble which was the right thing to do however he added some time to trip to make sure I still had full time fishing. Recommend you book a trip
Boat was prepared and ready to go captain explained we would try different marks First one produced lots of sea trout with helpful Suggestions on how to work bait then on to snook before chasing mutton snapper again helpful advice. Good day out great way to see the wildlife stunning scenery and catch fish. Captain stopped to assist a boat in trouble which was the right thing to do however he added some time to trip to make sure I still had full time fishing. Recommend you book a trip...
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Knows Where the Fish Are!
Captain’s Choice ⚓️ 4hour Morning on June 20, 2025
Captain Pat was great coaching my 14 year old grandson in the art of Keys fishing which was fabulous. Pat would move to his favorite spots so we were always catching fish. He is very planful and professional about the trip. His equipment was up to date and well maintained. You will enjoy your time with him.
Captain Pat was great coaching my 14 year old grandson in the art of Keys fishing which was fabulous. Pat would move to his favorite spots so we were always catching fish. He is very planful and professional about the trip. His equipment was up to date and well maintained. You will enjoy your time with him.
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Captain Patrick persevered!
Classic Keys Inshore Fishing 4hour on April 25, 2025
We had a great morning with Captain Patrick. We had some setbacks in the water that was no fault of the captain but he persevered, got us through it and got us on some great fish! His calm cool manner and patience really showed and we wish we could have fished with him all day. His dock at Gilbert’s is in the perfect location and you can grab a great lunch before or after the trip. If we ever come back, Captain Patrick is our man!
We had a great morning with Captain Patrick. We had some setbacks in the water that was no fault of the captain but he persevered, got us through it and got us on some great fish! His calm cool manner and patience really showed and we wish we could have fished with him all day. His dock at Gilbert’s is in the perfect location and you can grab a great lunch before or after the trip. If we ever come back, Captain Patrick is our man!
FAQs about Captain Pat’s Charters
What are the trip rates for Captain Pat’s Charters?
Captain Pat’s Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Some Quick ⚓️ Afternoon fun (3 hours)
- US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Captain’s Choice ⚓️ 4hour Morning (4 hours)
- US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Classic Keys Inshore Fishing 4hour (4 hours)
- US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Patch Reef Fishing 4hour (4 hours)
- US $675 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Captain’s Choice ⚓️ 4h Afternoon (4 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Captain’s Choice ⚓️ 6h (6 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Patch Reef Fishin ⚓️☀6hour (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Captain Pat’s Charters?
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
What's included in the trip price with Captain Pat’s Charters?
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. )
What types of fishing does Captain Pat’s Charters offer?
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
What fishing techniques does Captain Pat’s Charters offer?
Captain Pat’s Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
Which fish species can I catch with Captain Pat’s Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Captain Pat’s Charters include:
- Cero Mackerel
- Grouper (Black)
- Grouper (Red)
- Hogfish
- Permit
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Mutton)
- Snapper (Yellowtail)
- Snook
- Spotted Seatrout
- Tarpon
Your captain
Key Largo, Florida, United States
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.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Inshore Fishing
Back country
Nearshore Fishing
Patch reef
Offshore Fishing
Patch reef
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 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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
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 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
What’s biting in Key Largo right now
Hogfish
Permit
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Mutton)
Snapper (Yellowtail)
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Tarpon