Join Captain Larry Wren on board his 37’ Merritt. She’s an offshore sportfishing boat, built in 1958 and restored in 2011 – like a fine wine she’s only gotten better with age. Her spacious deck allows for up to 6 anglers to fish at the same time in comfort, without tangling lines or bumping elbows. You’ll cruise comfortably across the water, thanks to her twin Cummins engines with 355HP each.
The fish species you’ll target with Capt. Larry are all offshore A-listers. Anglers looking to flex their hard-earned fishing muscles can hook up Amberjack or Mahi Mahi. If you’re a fan of trolling you can go after King Mackerel. You can also bottom fish for tasty Yellowtail Snapper and Grouper.
However, the main stars of the show are the big pelagic predators that First Choice Charters will take you after. Gorgeous Blue or White Marlin, Mahi Mahi, and Tuna are waiting offshore for the right angler to give them a fight. Kite fishing seasonally, Sailfish is a special treat! The captain also offers special Swordfishing trips where he’ll take you after them, with some light trolling on the way back.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned sea wolf, Capt. Larry knows exactly how to assist you! He holds a Blue Star certificate issued by the National Marine Sanctuary making him an expert on the local ecosystem and responsible angling practices. Capt. Larry has guided guests on amazing fishing trips for the past 15 years and offers premier customer service.
There’s no minimum age for kids on trips with First Choice Charters. Vests for kids under 6 years old should be provided by the parents. Please let the Capt. know about any special needs guests before the trip.
So, if you’re looking for an epic fight to write home about or just a relaxing charter for the entire family, book a trip with First Choice Charters and see for yourself why Florida has the sterling fishing reputation it does.
Captain Larry and his team are fully vaccinated with Pfizer
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- US $975 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
- US $1,400 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
- US $1,600 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
- US $1,900 per group - Full Day โ Offshore Deep Droping! (8 hours)
- US $1,900 per group - Full Day Fish โ Kite Fishing (8 hours)
- US $2,000 per group - Extended Swordfishing Trip (12 hours)
- Toilet Full-head and sink
- Fighting Chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Flybridge With tuna tower
- Live Bait Well
- Outriggers
- Radio
- Sonar
- Rods, reels & tackle (Troolling, sprnnong, kites, electric deep drop )
- Live Bait (Prepared before except during winter โ its caught)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First Mate (20%)
- Fishing License
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Fly Fishing
- Kite Fishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
- Amberjack
- Barracuda (Great)
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Sailfish
- Swordfish
- Wahoo
Your captain
| 10 Fishing Reports |
| ID & license verified |
| 36 Customer reviews |
| Response time within an hour |
| Member since October 2014 |
The fish you can target
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Swordfish
Wahoo
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How cancellations work
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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How you can pay
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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:
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