Big Boii Charters 

5.0/5 (90 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Overseas Highway 29740, Big Pine Key, FL 33043, United States

Big Boii Charters 

State licensed
Big Pine Key, FL, United States
26 ft
6
5.0/5 (90 reviews)

Big Boii Charters offers some of the best adventures the Lower Keys has to offer. Captain Torre is at the helm, providing fishing, spearfishing, snorkeling, and sandbar excursions. Big Boii offers everything and guarantees a memorable time for all experience levels!

Goliath Grouper, Black Grouper, Yellowtail Snapper, Mutton Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Tuna are just a few fish Captain Torre likes to target. On the day of your trip, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light tackle. For the more adventurous among you, there's spearfishing available as well.

Your vessel for the day is a 25' Center console with room for 4 passengers. Six is allowed but not recommended for a 25' boat. It has all the essentials to have a great time on the water, whether it's fishing, spearfishing, catching Lobster, or just hanging at the sandbar! Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with hooks and lures. Live bait is included (if available), as well as chum and cut bait always!

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

You can't go wrong when you bring snacks or lunch, drinks, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Ice for drinks and bottled water will be provided. Alcohol is allowed in moderation. Just be sure to avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Treat yourself to a day on the water with Big Boii Charters. Capt. Torre was born and raised in Big Pine Key and would love to share his knowledge and love for the ocean with you on your adventure! Book today!

Big Boii Charters offers some of the best adventures the Lower Keys has to offer. Captain Torre is at the helm, providing fishing, spearfishing, snorkeling, and sandbar excursions. Big Boii offers everything and guarantees a memorable time for all experience levels!

Goliath Grouper, Black Grouper, Yellowtail Snapper, Mutton Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Tuna are just a few fish Captain Torre likes to target. On the day of your trip, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light tackle. For the more adventurous among you, there's spearfishing available as well.

Your vessel for the day is a 25' Center console with room for 4 passengers. Six is allowed but not recommended for a 25' boat. It has all the essentials to have a great time on the water, whether it's fishing, spearfishing, catching Lobster, or just hanging at the sandbar! Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with hooks and lures. Live bait is included (if available), as well as chum and cut bait always!

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

You can't go wrong when you bring snacks or lunch, drinks, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Ice for drinks and bottled water will be provided. Alcohol is allowed in moderation. Just be sure to avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Treat yourself to a day on the water with Big Boii Charters. Capt. Torre was born and raised in Big Pine Key and would love to share his knowledge and love for the ocean with you on your adventure! Book today!

Torre Palmeno
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Torre Palmeno
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Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Fish/Snorkel/Sandbar Combo
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
+7
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 hour Half day (inshore fishing)
In high demand Last booked: 2 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+4
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Afternoon inshore/fishing/eco
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+3
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Wreck/Reef fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Red)
Snapper (Mutton)
+2
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Spearfishing/ Lobstering half day
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)
+2
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Afternoon Wreck/reef fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Goliath)
+2
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 hour 3/4 day (inshore fishing)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
+6
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day 6 hours wreck/reef/offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+3
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 hour spearfishing/Lobster
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Black)
+4
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Afternoon 6 hour trip wreck/reef
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Goliath)
+7
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day wreck/reef/offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Yellowtail Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Goliath)
+7
US $1,250
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

5.0
90 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (169)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (90)

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Dalton Helms
Dalton Helms
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
The captain canceled
July 25, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on July 25, 2026

The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

Joseph Braxton
Joseph Braxton
us
Elizabeth, NJ, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
King fish and Grits…showed my sons “HOW TO CATCH A WIFE!!” 🔥
Half Day Wreck/Reef fishing on March 27, 20262 adults1 child

Bigboii Charters with Capt Torre — legendary. The kind of trip you talk about every time fishing comes up. Took my three Sons out — nonstop action. Yellowtail Snapper all day, then a MONSTER King fish that pushed me to my limit. Easy top 5 I’ve ever caught. Fish straight from ocean to the pan… no hesitation. I grew up fishing party boats with my Dad — Now I’m building those same memories with my Sons… on a better boat called the BigBoii. Capt Torre was locked in — calm, great with kids, and made it all happen. This wasn’t just fishing. This was full circle. Salute Capt Torre — more Blessings to you and your family. Epic days only. JMFB

Reported catch:
Yellowtail Snapper
Torre Palmeno
Response from Captain

you the man brother 🙏🏼 bless you and your family .

Warren Leggett
Warren Leggett
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Amazing day on the Fish!
4 hour Half day (inshore fishing) on March 26, 20261 adult

I can't say enough positives. Amazing day out on the water with Captain Torree, he knew the spots being a lifelong local. We stopped to catch some bait fish(had shrimp also), first net cast full so on we went. Had to learn some techniques to get the fish hooked and in the boat, more than enough Yellow Tail Snapper and Mackerel for me. Torre was passionate about me having a great experience, lots of laughter too. He even recommend a place in the Key West that would take the fish and prep Sashimi and other dishes - wife and I followed through and had a great dinner! No Brainer Big Boii Charters!

Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Yellowtail Snapper
Torre Palmeno
Response from Captain

Thankyou warren ! good fishing buddy !

Jeff Schott
Jeff Schott
Repeat angler
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Great day on the reef
4 hour Half day (inshore fishing) on April 8, 20264 adults

Took my wife, son and daughter out for a day of reef fishing. Captain Torre was great. He's a very knowledgeable fisherman who knows the local waters well. We came home with lots of yellowtail and hooked up with some interesting fish including a barracuda and even a remora (thats a first for me). I highly recommend spending a day with Capt. Torre. We'll definitely book again on our next trip to the Keys.

Torre Palmeno
Response from Captain

thankyou jeff !! pleasure having yall

Patricia Martinez
Patricia Martinez
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great for anything between no experience to pros.
4 hour Half day (inshore fishing) on December 11, 20252 adults

Never fished on the ocean before and it’s been a while since any kind of fishing period. Captain Torre was a great teacher, easy to talk to, super positive, and knowledgeable not only about the area and fishing in general. You can totally tell he enjoys what he does. The fishing spots that we went to were great, especially the second one. Lots of catching and a few workouts to bring some of the fish in. Definitely will be booking Big Boii Charter the next time in the area. HUGE thanks to Captain Torre and Tom for making the trip so memorable.

Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Mangrove Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
+2
Torre Palmeno
Response from Captain

thankyou patrica ! pleasure having you both !

FAQs about Big Boii Charters

Big Boii Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Fish/Snorkel/Sandbar Combo (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 hour Half day (inshore fishing) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Afternoon inshore/fishing/eco (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Afternoon Wreck/reef fishing (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Half Day Wreck/Reef fishing (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Spearfishing/ Lobstering half day (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 6 hour 3/4 day (inshore fishing) (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 3/4 Day 6 hours wreck/reef/offshore (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 6 hour spearfishing/Lobster (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Afternoon 6 hour trip wreck/reef (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - Full Day wreck/reef/offshore (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Big Boii Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Spearfishing equipment
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Big Boii Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (I always try to have live bait pre caught . Or sometimes take the clients to catch them. If it takes longer than normal I won't count that time for the charter itself .)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Always included in our trip . Ziploc bags too)
  • Fishing license (Fishing on our boat covers all guests for a limit of whatever species of fish we're trying to target )
Big Boii Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Anywhere from 2-30 miles . Depending on what we're trying to target )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Big Boii Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Spearfishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Big Boii Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)

Your captain

Torre Palmeno
Torre Palmeno
Torre Palmeno

Big Pine Key, Florida, United States

2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
90 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2021
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 Torre's roots run deep in the Florida Keys, where he was born and raised. With over 15 years of experience exploring the waters of the Lower Keys, he knows these waterways like the back of his hand. Growing up as a native of Big Pine Key, he spent his days free diving for Lobsters and spearfishing for meals right off his dock, starting when he could barely hold a fishing rod. His heart belongs to the ocean, and his greatest hope is to share his knowledge with you during your adventure together!

2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
90 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2021
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 Torre's roots run deep in the Florida Keys, where he was born and raised. With over 15 years of experience exploring the waters of the Lower Keys, he knows these waterways like the back of his hand. Growing up as a native of Big Pine Key, he spent his days free diving for Lobsters and spearfishing for meals right off his dock, starting when he could barely hold a fishing rod. His heart belongs to the ocean, and his greatest hope is to share his knowledge with you during your adventure together!

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
1986
Restored in
2011
Boat manufacturer
Mako Marine
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Anywhere from 2-30 miles . Depending on what we're trying to target
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Spearfishing equipment
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
I always try to have live bait pre caught . Or sometimes take the clients to catch them. If it takes longer than normal I won't count that time for the charter itself .
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Always included in our trip . Ziploc bags too
Fishing license
Fishing on our boat covers all guests for a limit of whatever species of fish we're trying to target

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price

Transfer from hotels or jetties in Big Pine Key to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Absolutely no age limits ! Have two kids myself 5 and 2 ! Gotta start em young !
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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 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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 Checks

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Big Pine Key right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black)Grouper (Black)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Mutton)Snapper (Mutton)
Snapper (Yellowtail)Snapper (Yellowtail)
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)

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