Chef Charles The Fishing Chef – 18'

Chef Charles The Fishing Chef offers you a fun fishing trip out of Key Largo, Florida. Come aboard Captain Charles Maloney’s boat to relax and enjoy the sights while he gets you hooked up on some fish. The captain will take you to the best spots near the coast, to flats, as well as backcountry waters and help you land a great catch. He and his son and first mate Jay are waiting for you, pick a day that suits you and embark on your next angling adventure in Florida!

Your trip starts on a restored 18’ Hewes Redfisher flats boat. It can sit up to 2 anglers, runs on a 140 HP Suzuki engine, and features GPS and fishfinder systems uses for efficient movement on the water. The boat’s got snorkeling equipment, a wireless trolling motor, and a livewell. There’s also an ice-box you can use to store your fish.

The species you can catch on your trip include Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Tarpon, Redfish, and Black Drum. You’ll be using fly fishing on light tackle to attract your prey and you’re free to keep the fish you catch if you want to. Kids are also welcome to come aboard, so take them with you and enjoy a beautiful family stay in nature.

Captain Charles provides you with all the fishing equipment, live bait, lures, and drinks. He also covers you for fishing licenses and catch cleaning, and even cooking. Just bring the food of your choice and you’ll be ready to come aboard.

Join Chef Charles The Fishing Chef and create lovely memories on the water!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Day snook
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $500
  • Private trip
    Day tarpon
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $500
    Big tarpon fight
  • Private trip
    Half day trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $500
    Mangrove snapper, jacks,trout
  • Private trip
    3/4 day trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $650
    Mangrove snapper Grouper
  • Private trip
    Snook/tarpon night trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
    US $650
    This is a 3 hour night trip Snook,tarpon Epic trip action
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon

FAQs about Chef Charles The Fishing Chef – 18'

Chef Charles The Fishing Chef – 18' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - Day snook (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Day tarpon (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Half day trip (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 3/4 day trip (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group - Snook/tarpon night trip (3 hours)

When you book a trip with Chef Charles The Fishing Chef – 18', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Chef Charles The Fishing Chef – 18' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Chef Charles The Fishing Chef – 18' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Chef Charles The Fishing Chef – 18' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Chef Charles The Fishing Chef – 18' include:
  • Black Drum
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Charles Maloney
Key Largo, Florida, United States
43 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
105 Customer reviews
Member since June 2021
Angler's Choice
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After fishing in the Keys for 22 years, Captain Charles decided to make it his home fishing out in the ocean. You don't know what you might catch but it's always fun and putting people on the fish is exciting. The captain is also a chef who has worked professionally and he started a food truck barbecue business. He loves to cook and he offers his guests a catch-and-cook option. While his son and first mate Jay is cleaning the boat, Captain Charles will clean your catch and cook it for you. Whether you like it grilled, blackened, or fried, you'll have freshly cooked fish delivered to your hotel, campground, or wherever you're staying! The captain would be grateful if you tipped the first mate because the young man works hard to keep the boat pristine for you. See you soon and tight lines!

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Redfish Redfish
Snapper (Mangrove) Mangrove Snapper
Snook Snook

Boat specs

Hewes (Flats boat) originally built in 1992, and restored in 2017. Powered by a 140HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 32 knots.

Length
18 ft
Capacity
2 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Fly Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Fishing License
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 10 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (18)
Best time ever
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Best time ever
+15
Angler rating
9
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1
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
80%
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Gregory J.
Hialeah, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day with the Chef

NEW  Half day trip on March 18, 2024
The family and I had a fantastic time with Chef Charles. Some of our party did not really know how to cast a reel, Chef Charles...
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Naomi W.
Miami, Florida
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Very good
4.0 / 5
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Half Day Trip with Captain Charles

NEW  Half day trip on March 18, 2024
Great Experience , would definitely do again . Captain was friendly and social.  After catching the fish he cooks a wonderful...
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Nicole W.
Miami, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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March fishing trip

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Leelee D.
Key Largo, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Absolutely outstanding and unmatched experience

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Lulu W.
Miami, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Loved the trip 10/10 would recommend 😊🛥️

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