Come to Islamorada, Florida, the Sportfishing Capital of the World, and embark on a memorable journey. Spring Mix II Sportfishing will take you nearshore and offshore, to reefs and wrecks, and put you on the best fishing spots in the area. Captain Chris Watkowski will accompany you and make sure you have an enjoyable and exciting trip.

Your journey will start on a 43’ Alex Willis offshore sport fishing boat. It can take up to 6 guests, is powered by twin 500 HP Cummins engines, and has got Furuno and Icom navigation electronics. This huge powerful boat will provide you with a kitchen, toilet, shower, and bed. Guests in wheelchairs are more than welcome to come aboard. Just ask the captain and he will give you the technical details. There is also onboard air conditioning, a multimedia system, TV, refrigerator, and ice-box. The fishing gear includes outriggers and a livewell. A first mate will also be coming along.

The fish-rich grounds will give you plenty of excitement. You’ll hunt for different kinds of Snapper and Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Amberjack, Tuna, and more. A choice of techniques you’ll be able to try out is big. It includes bottom and deep sea fishing, trolling, spinning, jigging, popping, as well as drift and kite fishing. Spring Mix II Sportfishing is a kid-friendly charter, so have your whole family experience the wonders of sea world. You’re free to keep the fish you catch or release it.

Captain Chris will provide all the fishing equipment and licenses. He’ll also clean and fillet your fish. The customary tip for the first mate is 20% of the price. Pack some food and drinks, and hop aboard for the adventure.

Spring Mix II Sportfishing is eager to take you on the sea and make your fishing experience an excellent one.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Afternoon or Evening Cruises 2 hrs
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Nov 10 - May 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $485
    Cruise the tropical waters of the fabulous Florida Keys. Most of these trips will leave the dock around 4pm ( depends on the fishing schedule for the day) Capt Chris will share his knowledge of the local waters, old light houses and Islands around Islamorada. Trip will be about 2 hours, arrange for longer time frames with Capt. Chris or the owner Paul when booking the trip.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Nov 10 - May 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $575
    This will be a laid-back 3-hour trip anchored on the edge of a channel chumming for sharks. This will mostly be catch and release fishing. Bring the wine and cheese and enjoy the wildlife and beauty of the Florida Keys. This trip will leave the dock anytime between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. All depends on the tide, weather, and how the capt. feels that day. The customary tip for the first mate is 20% of the price.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 10 - May 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,150
    Have a great family fun day on the water starting at 7:00 a.m. Fish the reef, wrecks, and patch reefs in the nearshore waters of Islamorada. The customary tip for the first mate is 20% of the price.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Barracuda (Pacific)
    Pacific Barracuda
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Cero Mackerel
    Cero Mackerel
    Grunt
    Grunt
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Nov 10 - May 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,150
    Fish in the afternoon under the warm sun of the day. You'll fish nearshore waters, patch reefs, wrecks, and the reef. You'll target Yellowtail Snapper, Grouper, Mutton Snapper, and many other species found in the beautiful waters off of Islamorada. The customary tip for the first mate is 20% of the price.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 10 - May 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,650
    You'll have 6 hours of fun in the great waters off of the Sportfishing Capital of the World, Islamorada, Florida. Fish the reef, wrecks, offshore humps, and all in between. 6 hours will give the captain enough time to treat you to a few different areas to fish in. Sailfish, Grouper, Amberjack, Mutton Snapper, Yellowtail Snapper, Blackfin Tuna, sharks, and many more. The customary tip for the first mate is 20% of the price.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Kite Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 10 - May 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,150
    This will be a full 8-hour trip on the Spring Mix II. You'll leave the dock at 7:00 a.m. and search for Sailfish, Blackfin Tuna, Dolphin, as well as bottom dwellers like Amberjack, Mutton Snapper, and Red Snapper. You will also chase tasty species like Cobia, Yellowtail Snapper, and many more. The customary tip for the first mate is 20% of the price.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Kite Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 35 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (40)
Fishing with Paul
Best shark fishing ever with Capt. Chris
Puffer fish
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Angler rating
29
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
80%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
92%
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Don H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Paul

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 12, 2024
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Family fishing trip on the Spring Mix II

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on April 18, 2022
First time out for our boys.  They had a blast!!!!  Captain Chris knew exactly where to take us for some great fishing. ...
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Duane H.
Alto, MI
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best shark fishing ever with Capt. Chris

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing on April 4, 2022
Capt. Chris and his first mate Jacob helped us catch many, many shark. From a baby pinhead to a sharks over 250lbs. it was...
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Steve G.
Eatonton, GA
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3/4 Day Trip w Captain Chris and 1st mate Jacob

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on January 4, 2022
We had a great day aboard the Spring Mix II.  Capt. Chris and Jacob were great.  We caught more a bunch of great fish (Mahi...
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Thomas G.
Key Largo, Florida
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3/4 day with Spring Mix II

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 4, 2022
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FAQs about Spring Mix II Sportfishing

Spring Mix II Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $485 per group - Afternoon or Evening Cruises 2 hrs (2 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (3 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,650 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $2,150 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Spring Mix II Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS Furuno 2022
  • Fishfinder Furuno 2022
  • Bed
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar Furuno 2017

Trips booked with Spring Mix II Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate (Experienced Mate ( tip 20%) )
  • Fishing License

Spring Mix II Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Spring Mix II Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Spring Mix II Sportfishing include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)

Your operator

Spring Mix II Sportfishing
Islamorada, Florida, United States
5 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
56 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2017
Captain Paul is the owner of the Spring Mix II, he also is a Coast Guard licensed Captain. Captain Paul knows there is more to running a charter business then just having a Captains license so he has hired one of the best in the area to run charters on the Spring Mix II. Captain Chris Watkowski is a real threat to the big fish. With more than 25 years offshore experience on the whole East Coast and out of Ocean City, Captain Chris knows the secret places you never knew existed. He specializes in catching Mahi Mahi, Marlin, Tuna, Wahoo, and Sharks.

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
43 ft
Year built
2003
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Alex Willis
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 500HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Furuno 2022
Fishfinder
Furuno 2022
Bed
Live Bait Well

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Experienced Mate ( tip 20%)
Fishing License

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible
Call for details

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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 5% charge will apply.

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