Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry 

4.9
(156 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Tarpon Basin Drive, Key Largo, FL 33037, United States–

Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry 

Key Largo, FL, United States
–
19 ft
3
4.9
(156 reviews)

There's a fish with your name on it in Key Largo, and Captain Manny is ready to help you catch it! With over 35 years of fishing experience in Key Largo and the surrounding waters and a USCG Captain's license since 2009, you'll be fishing with a local who knows these waters inside and out.

Hop aboard a 19' flats boat, perfect for exploring the shallow waters, backcountry, inshore areas, nearshore waters, and Florida Bay. Choose a 2- to 5-hour trip, and your start time is flexible to fit your schedule. Weather, wind, and season will determine the best fishing spot for the day.

These waters are home to Great Barracuda, Speckled Trout, Mangrove Snapper, Permit, Tarpon, Bonnethead Shark, Blacktip Shark, Lemon Shark, Jack Crevalle, Snook, Tripletail, Horse-eye Jack, and more. Depending on the conditions and what's biting, you may be spinning, popping, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or using specialized techniques to target the local catch.

Everything you need for a productive day on the water is provided, including rods, reels, tackle, lures, bait, and ice. Your fishing license is covered too, so all you need to bring is sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and any snacks or drinks you'd like.

Kids are welcome aboard, making this a great way for the whole family to experience the beautiful waters of Key Largo. If you need a child-sized life vest, just ask Captain Manny ahead of time.

Want to keep your catch? You're welcome to take it home, and Captain Manny will clean your fish free of charge!

Whether you're an experienced angler or getting out on the water for the first time, come enjoy a relaxed day of fishing with a local, family-owned charter and make some unforgettable Key Largo memories.

All trips are weather permitting, and your captain will help ensure all fishing regulations, harvest limits, and seasons are followed.

There's a fish with your name on it in Key Largo, and Captain Manny is ready to help you catch it! With over 35 years of fishing experience in Key Largo and the surrounding waters and a USCG Captain's license since 2009, you'll be fishing with a local who knows these waters inside and out.

Hop aboard a 19' flats boat, perfect for exploring the shallow waters, backcountry, inshore areas, nearshore waters, and Florida Bay. Choose a 2- to 5-hour trip, and your start time is flexible to fit your schedule. Weather, wind, and season will determine the best fishing spot for the day.

These waters are home to Great Barracuda, Speckled Trout, Mangrove Snapper, Permit, Tarpon, Bonnethead Shark, Blacktip Shark, Lemon Shark, Jack Crevalle, Snook, Tripletail, Horse-eye Jack, and more. Depending on the conditions and what's biting, you may be spinning, popping, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or using specialized techniques to target the local catch.

Everything you need for a productive day on the water is provided, including rods, reels, tackle, lures, bait, and ice. Your fishing license is covered too, so all you need to bring is sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and any snacks or drinks you'd like.

Kids are welcome aboard, making this a great way for the whole family to experience the beautiful waters of Key Largo. If you need a child-sized life vest, just ask Captain Manny ahead of time.

Want to keep your catch? You're welcome to take it home, and Captain Manny will clean your fish free of charge!

Whether you're an experienced angler or getting out on the water for the first time, come enjoy a relaxed day of fishing with a local, family-owned charter and make some unforgettable Key Largo memories.

All trips are weather permitting, and your captain will help ensure all fishing regulations, harvest limits, and seasons are followed.

Manny Esparza
Captain
Manny Esparza
17 years of experience
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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2 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (8:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM)
Barracuda (Great)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bonnethead)
Shark (Lemon)
US $299
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3 Hour Trip – Variety Back Country
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (8:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM)
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+1
US $475
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip – Variety Back Country
Just booked! Last booked: 3 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:30 AM, 9:30 AM)
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+1
US $575
Entire boat: up to 3 people

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (168)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
91%
Caught fish

Reviews (156)

  • Mike Harris
    Mike Harris
    us
    Utah, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Highly Recommend

    4 Hour Back Country on June 3, 2026 • 3 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.

  • Luke Dipalma
    Luke Dipalma
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Manny Is the Man!

    4 Hour Trip – Variety Back Country on September 6, 2026 • 2 adults

    Couldn’t have asked for a better Captain. Manny is a genuine dude who really cares about your experience. My buddy and I had a great time and great experience fishing with Manny. I highly recommend him if you’re coming down to the keys to catch some fish, will not regret it!

  • Nicholas Arnold
    Nicholas Arnold
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    3 hr tour

    3 Hour Shark/Barracuda Trip - 9:00 AM on June 17, 2026 • 3 adults

    Captain Manny, was great. We went for a 3hr trip. Our son kept catching fish. We had a great time while being on our trip. I would recommend this trip to anyone who wants to be with a very knowledgeable Captain.

  • Scott Boyd
    Scott Boyd
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    3 hour outback at Sunrise

    3 Hour Trip – Variety Back Country - 8:00 AM on August 22, 2026 • 2 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!

  • Jay Browne
    Jay Browne
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    10/10 - Incredible Trip!!!

    4 Hour Back Country on May 4, 2026 • 2 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!

  • Joseph Granata
    Joseph Granata
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2017
    7 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    lots of action

    4 Hour Variety Back Country! - 7:00 AM on June 27, 2026 • 3 adults

    Tried for tarpon for a minute,but bugs were horrible. Moved to a different spot. Lots of action... barracuda, jack cevalle, mango snapper, 40' lemon shark.

  • Leo F
    Leo F
    Repeat angler
    us
    Washington D.C., US
    Member since 2026
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Charter captain in the Keys.

    2 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing - 9:00 AM on August 8, 2026 • 3 adults

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

  • Elise Marquis
    Elise Marquis
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing trip !

    4 Hour Trip – Variety Back Country on August 4, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Great trip, captain Mani is fantastic. We caught barracudas, snooks, mangrove snappers. Amazing spots and memorable experience !!!

  • Todd Landsman
    Todd Landsman
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Wonderful trip

    3 Hour Trip – Variety Back Country - 8:00 AM on October 12, 2026 • 2 adults

    We went shark and barracuda fishing we didn’t catch any cuda but we got our limit of sharks

  • Chris Bauer
    Chris Bauer
    Repeat angler
    us
    Delaware, US
    Member since 2019
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    quick trip!

    2 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing - 9:00 AM on June 14, 2026 • 2 adults

    short ride from dock, clean equipment, got us on fish quick, wanted sharks, we got sharks all good!

FAQs about Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry

Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $299 per group - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (2 hours)
  • US $299 per group - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing - 10:30 AM (2 hours)
  • US $299 per group - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing - 11:30 AM (2 hours)
  • US $299 per group - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing - 9:30 AM (2 hours)
  • US $475 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Variety Back Country (3 hours)
  • US $475 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Variety Back Country - 10:30 AM (3 hours)
  • US $475 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Variety Back Country - 9:30 AM (3 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Variety Back Country (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Variety Back Country - 9:30 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
Key Largo, Florida, United States
5 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
156 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2019
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
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
Manny Esparza
Manny Esparza
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
5
reports
156
reviews
2019
member since
~1h
response
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.
The crew
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

  • Adult angler holding a small shark aboard a fishing boat in calm coastal waters, with another angler visible in the foreground.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
    Todd L.
    Todd L.
    We went shark and barracuda fishing we didn’t catch any cuda but we got our limit of sharks
  • Young angler proudly holding a large fish outdoors, showcasing a successful catch after a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Justin M.
    Justin M.
    Great day on the water!
  • A clear view of the front of a fishing boat on calm waters, showcasing the boat's features against a backdrop of blue skies and scattered clouds.
    Dustin H.
    Dustin H.
    fun and relaxed
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Jack Crevalle while standing on the boat in a scenic fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Jack Crevalle
    Luke D.
    Luke D.
    Couldn’t have asked for a better Captain. Manny is a genuine dude who really cares about your experience. My buddy and I had a great time and great experience fishing with Manny. I highly recommend him if you’re coming down to the keys to catch some fish, will not regret it!
  • A blue bucket filled with multiple fish, likely caught during a recent fishing trip, resting on a table.
    Fish 1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Scott B.
    Scott B.
    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!
  • An angler reeling in a fish while fishing in a scenic waterway, showcasing a vibrant lure and the natural surroundings.
    Leo F.
    Leo F.
    Extremely great trip! Captians a great dude. Fishing was fun and the boat is very clean & fast! I would recommend to all.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Snook while fishing on a calm day, showcasing the excitement of youth fishing.
    Fish 1
    Great Barracuda
    Elise M.
    Elise M.
    Great trip, captain Mani is fantastic. We caught barracudas, snooks, mangrove snappers. Amazing spots and memorable experience !!!
  • Young angler proudly holding a large Tarpon on a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip in a mangrove setting.
    Krystal H.
    Krystal H.
  • Adult angler seated on the bow of a center-console fishing boat with multiple rods, cruising through a tropical waterfront canal.
    Joseph G.
    Joseph G.
    Tried for tarpon for a minute,but bugs were horrible. Moved to a different spot. Lots of action... barracuda, jack cevalle, mango snapper, 40' lemon shark.
  • A small fish resting on the deck of a boat, showcasing the fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Jack Crevalle
    Nicholas A.
    Nicholas A.
    Captain Manny, was great. We went for a 3hr trip. Our son kept catching fish. We had a great time while being on our trip. I would recommend this trip to anyone who wants to be with a very knowledgeable Captain.

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
TripletailTripletail

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