Hook 1 Charters - Key West
Hook 1 Charters - Key West
Come join along with one of Key West Top Fishing guides, Captain Chandler Williams! embark on a journey exploring its inshore and nearshore waters. Fishing the backcountry, flats, reefs, and wrecks. Fishing with world known guide Captain Chandler Williams, a highly experienced angler and guide who has fished and guided all over the world will not leave you disappointed! Chandler currently guides from Everglades City and through out the entire Florida Keys. Discover the beauty of fishing in these tropical islands of Florida and you will surely want to come back. This is an experince like any other!
Your trip will start on an 18ft chittum flats boat, an extremeley nice and comfrotable vessel that can accommodate up to 2-3 guests. It’s powered by a 115 HP Mercury Pro XS engine that can reach a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots, uses GPS, fishfinder, as well as radar technology for efficient navigation. You’ll also have an yeti ice-box to store your food and drinks and a livewell so you can use shrimp and crabs if needed.
You and the captain will target bonefish, Tarpon, Permit, Redfish, snook, snapper, and other species. Using light tackle, fly fishing methods, and sometimes live bait methods in order to catch your desired species. Some species are only to be released, keep your catch upon request and discussion with captian based on your trip. Kids are welcome to join the trip as well.
The captain covers you for all the light tackle and fly fishing gear, live bait, lures, water and ice, and licenses. The only
thing you’ll need to bring is your favorite snacks or food and non spray sunscreen! And any bevergaes you would like other than water. Please make sure no spray on products.
Come and have a fishing trip with Hook 1 Charters and create many fond memories on the water!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
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+45Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Appropriate for children
75%
Friendly captain
96%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Recommend this charter
84%
Caught fish
76%
Sep 12, 2024
Half Day Trip
Great guide - Great experience!
Captain Chandler lives up to his high star ratings. He suggested the night before as we were confirming the details, that we go after Tarpon and boy am I glad we did. The travel time to the Tarpon spots is a little longer than other fish but well worth it. When you hook one you are in for a rodeo ride is they jump buck twist trying to get away. You may lose a couple but the ones that you do land are spectacular experiences. My wife was with me and has only fished a couple of times. He was very patient and helpful getting her acclimated and successfully landing several herself. We will definitely be booking with him again.
Captain Chandler lives up to his high star ratings. He suggested the night before as we were confirming the details, that we go...
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Nov 20, 2024
3/4 Day Trip
Great Trip!
Chandler is a great captain. His boat is immaculate and of really high standard. Fishing was great and he can tailor the trip around where you want to go and what fish you want to catch. Would 100% reccomend.
Chandler is a great captain. His boat is immaculate and of really high standard. Fishing was great and he can tailor the trip...
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Jun 23, 2025
The captain canceled
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
Apr 2, 2025
The captain canceled
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
Mar 20, 2025
The captain canceled
The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (48)
+45Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Appropriate for children
75%
Friendly captain
96%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Recommend this charter
84%
Caught fish
76%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great guide - Great experience!
Half Day Trip on September 12, 2024
Captain Chandler lives up to his high star ratings. He suggested the night before as we were confirming the details, that we go after Tarpon and boy am I glad we did. The travel time to the Tarpon spots is a little longer than other fish but well worth it. When you hook one you are in for a rodeo ride is they jump buck twist trying to get away. You may lose a couple but the ones that you do land are spectacular experiences. My wife was with me and has only fished a couple of times. He was very patient and helpful getting her acclimated and successfully landing several herself. We will definitely be booking with him again.
Captain Chandler lives up to his high star ratings. He suggested the night before as we were confirming the details, that we go after Tarpon and boy am I glad we did. The travel time to the Tarpon spots is a little longer than other fish but well worth it. When you hook one you are in for a rodeo ride is they jump buck twist trying to get away. You may lose a couple but the ones that you do land are spectacular experiences. My wife was with me and has only fished a couple of times. He was very...
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Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Trip!
3/4 Day Trip on November 20, 2024
Chandler is a great captain. His boat is immaculate and of really high standard. Fishing was great and he can tailor the trip around where you want to go and what fish you want to catch. Would 100% reccomend.
Chandler is a great captain. His boat is immaculate and of really high standard. Fishing was great and he can tailor the trip around where you want to go and what fish you want to catch. Would 100% reccomend.
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The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on June 23, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on April 2, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on March 20, 2025
The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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