Good Times Key West 35' Offshore 

4.6
(32 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 North Roosevelt Boulevard 1605, Key West, FL 33040, United States

Good Times Key West 35' Offshore 

Key West, FL, United States
35 ft
6
4.6
(32 reviews)

Good Times Key West welcomes you to the gorgeous and fish-rich waters of Florida! Start your adventure out of Key West and have a great time chasing numerous offshore species as well as enjoying the area's beautiful nature. A reliable and amiable captain will guide you to the fish and do everything to make your trip a memorable one. Join in a have great day of fishing in Florida!

The boat you'll use is a 35' Carolina Classic express cruiser that can fit 6 anglers. It runs on twin 450 HP Cummins Diamond Series engines that will take you to the fish in no time. Apart from the full-featured navigation electronics, the boat's also equipped with outriggers, downriggers, a livewell, and snorkeling gear.

The onboard facilities include a flybridge, toilet, shower, kitchen, and bed. The boat's also air-conditioned and you can use its TV, multimedia system, refrigerator, and ice-box. For any help you may need, just turn to the first mate.

The fish you'll be chasing includes Mahi Mahi, various Grouper, snapper, Wahoo, Tuna, Mackerel, and more. We use top of line gear, and have both light and heavy tackle onboard. This trip is catered to you intrests, and we can bottom fish, drift, troll, and or jig.

Come spend a day with Good Times Key West and experience a fun-packed offshore trip in Florida, be sure to check out our reviews, and other available boats.

Good Times Key West welcomes you to the gorgeous and fish-rich waters of Florida! Start your adventure out of Key West and have a great time chasing numerous offshore species as well as enjoying the area's beautiful nature. A reliable and amiable captain will guide you to the fish and do everything to make your trip a memorable one. Join in a have great day of fishing in Florida!

The boat you'll use is a 35' Carolina Classic express cruiser that can fit 6 anglers. It runs on twin 450 HP Cummins Diamond Series engines that will take you to the fish in no time. Apart from the full-featured navigation electronics, the boat's also equipped with outriggers, downriggers, a livewell, and snorkeling gear.

The onboard facilities include a flybridge, toilet, shower, kitchen, and bed. The boat's also air-conditioned and you can use its TV, multimedia system, refrigerator, and ice-box. For any help you may need, just turn to the first mate.

The fish you'll be chasing includes Mahi Mahi, various Grouper, snapper, Wahoo, Tuna, Mackerel, and more. We use top of line gear, and have both light and heavy tackle onboard. This trip is catered to you intrests, and we can bottom fish, drift, troll, and or jig.

Come spend a day with Good Times Key West and experience a fun-packed offshore trip in Florida, be sure to check out our reviews, and other available boats.

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2.5 Hour Inshore Fish and Cruise
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snapper (Mangrove)
US $825
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $1,237
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
+8
US $1,237
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $1,575
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Wahoo
Grouper (Black)
+8
US $1,944
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Extened Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $2,340
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip – Dry Tortugas
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Wahoo
Snapper (Mangrove)
+5
US $3,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
1 Day Trip – Island Adventure
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
1 Day Trip starts at 8:00 AM
Overnight stay, liveaboard
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Wahoo
+5
US $4,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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4.6
32 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.6
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

88%
Recommended

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Brian Gulick
Brian Gulick
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Good Times
Half Day Trip (PM) on September 11, 20252 adults

Great afternoon of fishing! Professional and courteous. As a novice with a rookie friend with no salt experience, they had great patience and shared thier knowledge. Fun and educational with a nice haul of Mahi. Highly recommend

Carlos Sariol
Carlos Sariol
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Second time
3/4 Day Trip on February 18, 20264 adults

second time with capt matt. did not disappoint. will definetely book again.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Carlos Sariol
Carlos Sariol
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great experience!
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 13, 20254 adults

Awesome Captain and mate! Great day of fishing on a clean and spacious boat. Over 100 lbs of Mahi.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jordan Wolf
Jordan Wolf
us
Joliet, IL, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
Fishing with Justin
2.5 Hour Inshore Fish and Cruise on July 18, 20263 adults2 children

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Kimberly Jones
Kimberly Jones
us
California, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Excellent trip!!
3/4 Day Trip on June 11, 20254 adults

Matt and Scott were great, we were able to get into deep water for dorado and had a wonderful day. The boat was exactly as described and perfectly clean. AC was welcomed when the sun got too hot, highly recommend!!

FAQs about Good Times Key West 35' Offshore

Good Times Key West 35' Offshore offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $825 per group, additional US $35 per person after 2 guests - 2.5 Hour Inshore Fish and Cruise (3 hours)
  • US $1,237 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,237 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,575 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,944 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $2,340 per group - Extened Full Day Trip (12 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Dry Tortugas (12 hours)
  • US $4,000 per day per group - 1 Day Trip – Island Adventure (1 day)
When you book a trip with Good Times Key West 35' Offshore, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Full sized air conditioned head (restroom). Full sized normal/ home style toliet.
  • Air conditioning
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Good Times Key West 35' Offshore include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Unless specially requested by guests, we typically do not use any of your charter time to catch bait. Our boats are fast, and well prepared prior to trip. This ensures you make the best of your time on the water.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We clean and package all keeper fish. Our dockside restaurant does a wonderful job of cook your catch. Prepare yourself for the best fish tacos you have ever had. )
  • Snacks (We do typically have some snacks onboard. However we recommend you bring any food or beverages you'd like to enjoy on the water.)
  • Drinks (We have coolers with space, ice, and bottled waters. There is also a refrigerator and freezer onboard. Feel free to bring any beverages or snacks. (Preferably no glass bottles or red wine). )
  • First mate (Our boats do not use first mates. Instead we have two USCG licensed captains onboard. Our guests safety is always our number one priority. Running our trips with two certified and experienced captains is one of the many ways we accomplish this. )
  • Fishing license (All licenses, permits, bait, tackle, snorkel equipment and park entry (on Dry Tortugas trips) fees are included.)
Good Times Key West 35' Offshore offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing (In the winter months, the fish are typically much closer, often only 7-10miles offshore. The summer months we often run a bit further (up to 20miles). Our target areas are typically matched to the trips duration of time. Fastest boat in its class.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Good Times Key West 35' Offshore offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Good Times Key West 35' Offshore include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cero Mackerel
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Lobster
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Good Times Key West
Good Times Key West

Key West, Florida, United States

13 Fishing Reports
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646 Customer reviews
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Member since August 2016

A marine mechanic by trade, the captain needed to get out of the shop. That's when he started Good Times Key West. Every day now he enjoys sharing the amazing activities and scenery that the Florida Keys backcountry has to offer. Fishing, snorkeling, sandbars, dolphin viewing, and much more.

Good Times Key West
Good Times Key West
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A marine mechanic by trade, the captain needed to get out of the shop. That's when he started Good Times Key West. Every day now he enjoys sharing the amazing activities and scenery that the Florida Keys backcountry has to offer. Fishing, snorkeling, sandbars, dolphin viewing, and much more.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cero Mackerel
Cero Mackerel
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Snowy Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Lobster
Lobster
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cero Mackerel
Cero Mackerel
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • Good Times
    Brian G.
    Brian G.
  • As advertised “Good Times”
    Ken F.
    Ken F.
  • Awesome trip
    Don P.
    Don P.
  • Fishing with Justin
    Reuben M.
    Reuben M.
  • 6 hr Trip with Captain Justin & 1st mate Tony
    Clayton M.
    Clayton M.
  • Great Day
    Ernest M.
    Ernest M.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
35 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Classic
Boat type
Cruiser
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing
In the winter months, the fish are typically much closer, often only 7-10miles offshore. The summer months we often run a bit further (up to 20miles). Our target areas are typically matched to the trips duration of time. Fastest boat in its class.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Full sized air conditioned head (restroom). Full sized normal/ home style toliet.
Air conditioning
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Unless specially requested by guests, we typically do not use any of your charter time to catch bait. Our boats are fast, and well prepared prior to trip. This ensures you make the best of your time on the water.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We clean and package all keeper fish. Our dockside restaurant does a wonderful job of cook your catch. Prepare yourself for the best fish tacos you have ever had.
Snacks
We do typically have some snacks onboard. However we recommend you bring any food or beverages you'd like to enjoy on the water.
Drinks
We have coolers with space, ice, and bottled waters. There is also a refrigerator and freezer onboard. Feel free to bring any beverages or snacks. (Preferably no glass bottles or red wine).
First mate
Our boats do not use first mates. Instead we have two USCG licensed captains onboard. Our guests safety is always our number one priority. Running our trips with two certified and experienced captains is one of the many ways we accomplish this.
Fishing license
All licenses, permits, bait, tackle, snorkel equipment and park entry (on Dry Tortugas trips) fees are included.

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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Kids are our preferred guests. We love watching guests improve their skills. Kids are amazing fast learners, have no muscle memory of bass fishing, and typically much better demeanor then most satly experienced anglers.
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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Key West right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black)Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
LobsterLobster
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
WahooWahoo

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