
Wild Bill Sportfishing runs offshore fishing trips out of Key West. Whether you want to explore the Gulf waters or the Atlantic side of Florida coast, you got it. Will Bill Sportfishing is exactly the type of charter you need to scout around these fisheries. With an experienced captain, a stable big boat, and rich waters around reefs and further out, your day will be a spot on.
At the helm of the Wild Bill Sportfishing you will find Captain Art. He started fishing at the age of three, and has been exploring the waters of Key West for over 18 years. Wild Bill has been cruising and running fishing trips for over a decade. Capt. Art has tested the waterways from Alaska to Costa Rica in his sport fishing career. He and his First Mate Stevie have worked together for over 13 years, catering to anglers of all skillsets, from novices to accomplished professionals.
Wild Bill is a 34’ Crusader powered by 350HP Cummins engine with a maximum passenger capacity of six anglers. The boat is furnished with standard navigational and fish finding technology, including a Garmin GPS, fish finder and VHF radio. It features a toilet on board, as well as outriggers, a live bait well, and a fighting chair.
Depending on the season, you’ll be able to target a variety of offshore forage, including Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, Marlin, Sailfish and many others.
The local reefs and wrecks also provide lots of sportfishing potential, dominated by Barracuda, Mackerel, Jacks, sharks and a large Snapper and Grouper variety. Shark fishing trips can also be made available per request.
The captain will supply all the necessary gear. On board tackle mainly consists of rods and reels by Penn International, Shimano as well as Ugly Stick, with several custom rods available as well. Artificial bait as well as live bait (if available) are included in the price, along with complimentary filleting of the fish you catch. Bring a camera, pack snacks, drinks and food. Lets have a fun day out on the water!
Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
94%
Jul 3, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
We took my 17 year old nephew fishing for his high school graduation. Our group was me 55 my wife a few years younger, our 7 year old son and our 17 year old nephew. We came to Key West specifically to go fishing. The water was extremely calm and we trolled for about an hour but nothing was biting. First mate Jerry worked hard changing baits and depths etc. Captain Art knew that it probably was not going to improve significantly so he transitioned to reef fishing. We caught 7 or 8 barracudas, some mackerels and one yellow snappper. My nephew was supper happy with the catch and my son had a great time. Jerry was really great at explaining things and helping my son while allowing him to do as much as possible himself. I would highly recommend Wild Bill Sport Fishing for families.
We took my 17 year old nephew fishing for his high school graduation. Our group was me 55 my wife a few years younger, our 7 year...
Oct 16, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an incredible day fishing with Captain Art Duplessis and First Mate Jerry on the Wild Bill! Both were professional, fun, and clearly love what they do. They put us right on the fish and made the whole trip a blast. Highly recommend Wild Bill Sportfishing — we can’t wait to go again! 🎣
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an incredible day fishing with Captain Art Duplessis and First Mate Jerry on the Wild Bill! Both were professional,...
May 19, 2025
Full Day Trip
Booked the full day as a retirement gift for my dad... sole purpose was to get fish in the boat to take home and eat... and man did they produce. Awesome time... solid Captain and the mate.. Jerry.. was one of the best mates I have personally come across. These guys were spot on with what they were doing and made for an amazing time... 10/10.. do recommend.. and I know for a fact I will be booking with Wild Bill Charters again. Once again... best charter I have taken in a long time.
Booked the full day as a retirement gift for my dad... sole purpose was to get fish in the boat to take home and eat... and man...
Jul 25, 2025
3 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
Celebrating a birthday and this was the gift that goes down in history as "the best." Enjoyed the fishing but the company of Captain Art and Jerry was simply the best....it is truly a small world and we feel we have gained a couple of new friends and can't wait to go out again and again and again....this time the goal is to "catch the big one!" Highly recommend these two, great conversation and never a dull moment.
Celebrating a birthday and this was the gift that goes down in history as "the best." Enjoyed the fishing but the company of...
Jun 14, 2025
Full Day Trip
We had a great time, even though didn't catch a Mahi Mahi. My son had one on the line but it got away. They told us that was around a 40 pounder. We caught several Baracuda's, several Bonetta's, and Tuna. Captain Art was very accommodating and tried his best get a Mahi Mahi. First Mate Jerry was very helpful in setting up the lines. They were both friendly. I would definitely charter them again. Thank you guys for the good time.
We had a great time, even though didn't catch a Mahi Mahi. My son had one on the line but it got away. They told us that was around...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (298)


Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
94%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 3, 2025
We took my 17 year old nephew fishing for his high school graduation. Our group was me 55 my wife a few years younger, our 7 year old son and our 17 year old nephew. We came to Key West specifically to go fishing. The water was extremely calm and we trolled for about an hour but nothing was biting. First mate Jerry worked hard changing baits and depths etc. Captain Art knew that it probably was not going to improve significantly so he transitioned to reef fishing. We caught 7 or 8 barracudas, some mackerels and one yellow snappper. My nephew was supper happy with the catch and my son had a great time. Jerry was really great at explaining things and helping my son while allowing him to do as much as possible himself. I would highly recommend Wild Bill Sport Fishing for families.
We took my 17 year old nephew fishing for his high school graduation. Our group was me 55 my wife a few years younger, our 7 year old son and our 17 year old nephew. We came to Key West specifically to go fishing. The water was extremely calm and we trolled for about an hour but nothing was biting. First mate Jerry worked hard changing baits and depths etc. Captain Art knew that it probably was not going to improve significantly so he transitioned to reef fishing. We caught 7 or 8 barracudas,...

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Half Day Trip (PM) on October 16, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an incredible day fishing with Captain Art Duplessis and First Mate Jerry on the Wild Bill! Both were professional, fun, and clearly love what they do. They put us right on the fish and made the whole trip a blast. Highly recommend Wild Bill Sportfishing — we can’t wait to go again! 🎣
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an incredible day fishing with Captain Art Duplessis and First Mate Jerry on the Wild Bill! Both were professional, fun, and clearly love what they do. They put us right on the fish and made the whole trip a blast. Highly recommend Wild Bill Sportfishing — we can’t wait to go again! 🎣
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Boat
Crew
Overall
Full Day Trip on May 19, 2025
Booked the full day as a retirement gift for my dad... sole purpose was to get fish in the boat to take home and eat... and man did they produce. Awesome time... solid Captain and the mate.. Jerry.. was one of the best mates I have personally come across. These guys were spot on with what they were doing and made for an amazing time... 10/10.. do recommend.. and I know for a fact I will be booking with Wild Bill Charters again. Once again... best charter I have taken in a long time.
Booked the full day as a retirement gift for my dad... sole purpose was to get fish in the boat to take home and eat... and man did they produce. Awesome time... solid Captain and the mate.. Jerry.. was one of the best mates I have personally come across. These guys were spot on with what they were doing and made for an amazing time... 10/10.. do recommend.. and I know for a fact I will be booking with Wild Bill Charters again. Once again... best charter I have taken in a long time.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
3 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on July 25, 2025
Celebrating a birthday and this was the gift that goes down in history as "the best." Enjoyed the fishing but the company of Captain Art and Jerry was simply the best....it is truly a small world and we feel we have gained a couple of new friends and can't wait to go out again and again and again....this time the goal is to "catch the big one!" Highly recommend these two, great conversation and never a dull moment.
Celebrating a birthday and this was the gift that goes down in history as "the best." Enjoyed the fishing but the company of Captain Art and Jerry was simply the best....it is truly a small world and we feel we have gained a couple of new friends and can't wait to go out again and again and again....this time the goal is to "catch the big one!" Highly recommend these two, great conversation and never a dull moment.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Full Day Trip on June 14, 2025
We had a great time, even though didn't catch a Mahi Mahi. My son had one on the line but it got away. They told us that was around a 40 pounder. We caught several Baracuda's, several Bonetta's, and Tuna. Captain Art was very accommodating and tried his best get a Mahi Mahi. First Mate Jerry was very helpful in setting up the lines. They were both friendly. I would definitely charter them again. Thank you guys for the good time.
We had a great time, even though didn't catch a Mahi Mahi. My son had one on the line but it got away. They told us that was around a 40 pounder. We caught several Baracuda's, several Bonetta's, and Tuna. Captain Art was very accommodating and tried his best get a Mahi Mahi. First Mate Jerry was very helpful in setting up the lines. They were both friendly. I would definitely charter them again. Thank you guys for the good time.
