Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry 

4.9/5 (145 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Tarpon Basin Drive, Key Largo, FL 33037, United States

Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry 

State licensed
Key Largo, FL, United States
19 ft
3
4.9/5 (145 reviews)

Hello and thanks for stopping in! Hop aboard my 19' flats boat, out of Key Largo, and let's go fishing! All time starts are flexible to fit your schedule! Just book your day and number of hours you want and I will accommodate your custom time start. I offer 2 to 5 Hour Flats, Inshore, Near Shore & Florida Bay Fishing. The weather, winds and season determines our best spot for the day.
NON FISHING TRIPS ALSO AVAILABLE:
BEACH TRIPS
MANATEE/SIGHTSEEING/BIRD WATCHING TRIPS
IGUANA HUNTING/SPOTING TRIPS
SUNSET TRIPS AND JUST FUN SIGHTSEEING ALSO AVAILABLE.

I have over 35 years of fishing in the local and surrounding areas of Key Largo, Florida and have been a licensed USCG captain since 2009. I have your fishing license covered, all bait, tackle and top notch, gear is provided, I even bring the ice!

Bring your hat, drinks and snacks, kick back and enjoy our beautiful scenery, wildlife, and birds while hunting for the local fresh catch of the day! Keep your catch if you want to and I will even clean it for you, free of charge!

Pick your day and make your memories fishing with a local, family owned and charter.
* All trips are weather permitting.

Hello and thanks for stopping in! Hop aboard my 19' flats boat, out of Key Largo, and let's go fishing! All time starts are flexible to fit your schedule! Just book your day and number of hours you want and I will accommodate your custom time start. I offer 2 to 5 Hour Flats, Inshore, Near Shore & Florida Bay Fishing. The weather, winds and season determines our best spot for the day.
NON FISHING TRIPS ALSO AVAILABLE:
BEACH TRIPS
MANATEE/SIGHTSEEING/BIRD WATCHING TRIPS
IGUANA HUNTING/SPOTING TRIPS
SUNSET TRIPS AND JUST FUN SIGHTSEEING ALSO AVAILABLE.

I have over 35 years of fishing in the local and surrounding areas of Key Largo, Florida and have been a licensed USCG captain since 2009. I have your fishing license covered, all bait, tackle and top notch, gear is provided, I even bring the ice!

Bring your hat, drinks and snacks, kick back and enjoy our beautiful scenery, wildlife, and birds while hunting for the local fresh catch of the day! Keep your catch if you want to and I will even clean it for you, free of charge!

Pick your day and make your memories fishing with a local, family owned and charter.
* All trips are weather permitting.

Manny Esparza
Captain
Manny Esparza
17 years of experience
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2 Hr. Inshore Shark/Barracuda
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM)
Barracuda (Great)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bonnethead)
Shark (Lemon)
US $299
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3 Hour Variety Back Country!
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM)
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Barracuda (Pacific)
+2
US $475
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Variety Back Country!
In high demand Last booked: 2 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 9:00 AM)
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Barracuda (Pacific)
+2
US $575
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Rating

4.9
145 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (157)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (145)

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Scott Boyd
Scott Boyd
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
New
3 hour outback at Sunrise
3 Hour Variety Back Country! - 8:00 AM on August 22, 20262 adults

Can’t say enough about Capt Manny and the amazing Morning me and Wifey had fishing on our trip in Key Largo , Manny put us right on top of the action and we had limits in no time!

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Marissa Means
Marissa Means
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Best time!
2 Hr. Inshore Shark/Barracuda - 9:00 AM on July 21, 20261 adult2 children

Manny was absolutely great with my 2 sons, and was constantly at the ready to rebait their hooks. We all had a wonderful time on the water; my kiddos caught about 10-12 fish that could be kept ( over 10 inches long ) and that felt like a very successful fishing experience for them. Highly recommend booking a fishing trip with Manny!

Manny Esparza
Response from Captain

Thank you Marissa! I enjoyed the day with you and the boys! Thank you for the review!!!

Jay Browne
Jay Browne
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
10/10 - Incredible Trip!!!
4 Hour Back Country on May 4, 20262 adults

My wife and I had an absolutely incredible trip with Captain Manny! It was a great day with alot of laughs and firsts for us. We hooked up on a couple sharks plus pulled some other fish in the boat! Capt Manny made what could have been a tough day due to weather an awesome adventure! Thanks for a trip we won’t forget!

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Manny Esparza
Response from Captain

Hi! thanks for the great review and pics! That was a good time, glad you guys enjoyed it!

Mike Harris
Mike Harris
us
Utah, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Highly Recommend
4 Hour Back Country on June 3, 20263 adults

Manny put us on to some great fish - barracuda, snell, black tips and bull sharks. First trip to Florida for vacation and it didn’t disappoint. Great dude - waited patiently while I figured out a minor payment hiccup and even dropped us off at our dock. My teenage sons had a blast.

Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Mangrove Snapper
Blacktip Shark
Manny Esparza
Response from Captain

Thanks for the review! Thanks for the pic too!!!

Leo F
Leo F
Repeat angler
us
Washington D.C., US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Best Charter captain in the Keys.
2 Hr. Inshore Shark/Barracuda - 9:00 AM on August 8, 20263 adults

Extremely great trip! Captians a great dude. Fishing was fun and the boat is very clean & fast! I would recommend to all.

Reported catch:
Great Barracuda

FAQs about Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry

Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $299 per group - 2 Hr. Inshore Shark/Barracuda (2 hours)
  • US $299 per group - 2 Hr. Inshore Shark/Barracuda - 10:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $299 per group - 2 Hr. Inshore Shark/Barracuda - 11:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $299 per group - 2 Hr. Inshore Shark/Barracuda - 9:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $475 per group - 3 Hour Variety Back Country! (3 hours)
  • US $475 per group - 3 Hour Variety Back Country! - 10:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $475 per group - 3 Hour Variety Back Country! - 8:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 4 Hour Variety Back Country! (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 4 Hour Variety Back Country! - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well Live bait when avaliable
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait when avaliable )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and fillet services are included with your trip.)
  • Fishing license (All of your fishing license are covered with this Charter.)
Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Jack (Horse-eye)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Permit
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Lemon)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Manny Esparza
Manny Esparza
Manny Esparza

Key Largo, Florida, United States

5 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
145 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2019

Captain Manny has been fishing the waters of the Florida Keys and all surrounding areas his entire life. He simply loves being out there, on the water doing what he loves.

Our Team
Janna S.

Janna S.

First mate

5 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
145 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2019

Captain Manny has been fishing the waters of the Florida Keys and all surrounding areas his entire life. He simply loves being out there, on the water doing what he loves.

Our Team
Janna S.

Janna S.

First mate

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Horse-eye Jack
Horse-eye Jack
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Permit
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Lemon Shark
Lemon Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Horse-eye Jack
Horse-eye Jack
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Permit
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark

Real catches by this captain

  • 3 hour outback at Sunrise
    Scott B.
    Scott B.
  • Amazing trip !
    Elise M.
    Elise M.
  • 3 hr tour
    Nicholas A.
    Nicholas A.
  • quick trip!
    Chris B.
    Chris B.
  • 10/10 - Incredible Trip!!!
    Jay B.
    Jay B.
  • Great with communication and very knowledgeable
    Benjamin M.
    Benjamin M.
  • Highly recommend
    Sonya R.
    Sonya R.
  • Simply AWESOME!!
    Steve H.
    Steve H.
  • October fishing trip
    Raisa H.
    Raisa H.
  • Nice day on the water
    Ingrid P.
    Ingrid P.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
2006
Boat manufacturer
Ranger
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Live bait when avaliable
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait when avaliable
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and fillet services are included with your trip.
Fishing license
All of your fishing license are covered with this Charter.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
No age limits. If they're under 100 lb please bring the United States Coast Guard appropriate life vest / jacket for them
You keep catch
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

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Key Largo right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
PermitPermit
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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State licensed
4.9
(145)
19 ft
Group size 1 - 3
1 - 3
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+10
4 hour trip • 3 persons
US $575