Come join Hook 1 Charters in Stock Island, Florida and embark on a journey exploring its inshore and nearshore waters as well as the backcountry, flats, reefs, and wrecks. Along with Captain Chandler Williams, a cordial angler who has fished all over the world, you’ll discover the beauty of fishing in this part of Florida and will surely want to come back. Join him aboard and have a lovely fishing experience out of Stock Island!

Your trip will start on an 18’ Xplor Boatworks flats boat, a reliable 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, and is completely accessible to guests using wheelchairs. You’ll also have an ice-box to store your food and drinks and a livewell so you can use live bait if needed.

You and the captain will target bonefish, Tarpon, Permit, Redfish, and other species. Using light tackle or fly fishing methods in order to attract 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, licenses. The only
thing you’ll need to bring is your favorite food and non spray sunscreen! Please make no spray on products.

Come and have a fishing trip with Hook 1 Charters and create many fond memories on the water!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $500
    Spend 4 hours on the water and have a great time chasing Permit, Bonefish, tarpon, snapers and jacks with fly rod or light tackle. Youll depart at 8:00 a.m or earlier/later depending on the tide.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Bonefish
    Bonefish
    Permit
    Permit
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Nighttime Tarpon
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 PM
    US $550
    Start your trip at 6:00 p.m. and have a great experience of chasing Tarpon in the evening. The trip lasts for 4 hours and comes with all the fishing equipment you'll need.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Nighttime Tarpon
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 PM
    US $650
    This trip is the perfect choice if you want to spend several hours fishing at night. You and the captain will depart at 7:00 p.m. and chase Tarpon for 6 hours. Just bring your favorite snacks and the captain will take care of the rest.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $700
    6 hours on the water give you plenty of opportunity and allow you to travel a bit fuether if needed. You'll depart at 8:00 a.m or earlier/later depending on tide. This trip will give you plenty of time to explore the florida keys back country and the species it offers to cactch
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Bonefish
    Bonefish
    Permit
    Permit
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Redfish
    Redfish
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $850
    For an even longer stay on the water, come aboard this 8-hour trip giving you a full day In the floroda keys backcountry! Chasing permit, tarpon, bonefish, jacks and snappers
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Bonefish
    Bonefish
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Permit
    Permit
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Marquesa Atoll
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $900
    This trip includes an entire day of fishing 30 miles west of Key West in the Marquesas! You'll chase a number of species and enjoy fishing for 8 hours, starting at 6:00 a.m.
  • Private trip
    Ten Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,100
    On this fun trip, you get ten hours of backcountry and flats fishing! Chase species such as Bonefish, Permit, Redfish, snook and Tarpon and create lovely memories on the water. The captain will take care of all the gear needed for the trip.
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip – Dusk to Dawn
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,500
    This trip includes an entire 12-hour day of fishing. When booking this trip, you'll have a number of options regarding activities you can do. Feel free to call the captain and discuss your possibilities for this trip. As always, he'll supply you with everything you'll need except for snacks.
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FAQs about Hook 1 Charters – Key West

Hook 1 Charters – Key West offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip – Nighttime Tarpon (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Nighttime Tarpon (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Full Day Trip – Marquesa Atoll (8 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - Ten Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Dusk to Dawn (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Hook 1 Charters – Key West, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Hook 1 Charters – Key West include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Bait and tackle included and provided by the captain. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No)
  • Drinks (Water and ice included. Alcohol allowed )
  • Fishing License (All charter licensing and permits provided. You don’t not need a license while on my boat. )
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Hook 1 Charters – Key West offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Hook 1 Charters – Key West offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Hook 1 Charters – Key West include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonefish
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Lemon)
  • Shark (Tiger)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Chandler Williams
Key West, Florida, United States
7 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
104 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2021
Captain Chandler Williams has been in the outdoor industry since he was 17. By the age of 18, he was an international guide. He has guided in three different countries, and across three different continents. He's got experience guiding in the Florida Keys and along the coastal waters of South Carolina. Capt. Chandler and his close friend own Hook 1 Charters and have two boats in two of America’s greatest cities – Charleston, SC, and Key West, FL!

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Bonefish Bonefish
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper
Permit Permit

Boat specs

Xplor Boatworks (Flats boat) originally built in 2022. Powered by a 115HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
18 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Bait and tackle included and provided by the captain.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No
Drinks
Water and ice included. Alcohol allowed
Fishing License
All charter licensing and permits provided. You don’t not need a license while on my boat.
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Kids are welcome
You Keep Catch
Certain species
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 82 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (37)
Great trip
Fishing addicted
Fishing addicted
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
87%
Friendly captain
95%
Recommend this charter
82%
Appropriate for children
73%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
83%
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Kevin S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing addicted

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on March 6, 2024
Chandler wants to catch fish! His drive to get you on fish is non stop. We made a longer run than he wanted cause he knew the...
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Jeffrrey S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Fishing with Chandler

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on June 26, 2023
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Reeves T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Chandler

VERIFIED   3 hour on June 23, 2023
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David M.
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day with Capt. Chandler Williams

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 4, 2023
I had a great time fishing with Hook 1 Charters. We had very difficult conditions with a worm hatch the night before that fed...
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Daniela G.
Excellent
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Fishing with Chandler

VERIFIED   3 hour on April 4, 2023
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