Off The Hook Charters – 35' Contender 

4.8/5 (39 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 119 Avenue A, Marathon, FL 33050, United States

Off The Hook Charters – 35' Contender 

Federally permitted
Marathon, FL, United States
35 ft
6
4.8/5 (39 reviews)

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If you're in the market for a day to remember, look no further than Off The Hook Charters – 35' Contender. With Captain Collin at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

These waters are known for Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Mutton Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Yellowtail Snapper, Blackfin Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, Amberjack, Cobia, and more – with any luck, it won't be long before "Fish on!"

You can expect to do some spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks for a boost of energy when needed!

You'll be welcome aboard a 35' Sportfishing that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has outriggers, everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience.

You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

It's never a bad idea to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunblock (non-spray), and bottled water. Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. So make it happen, with Off The Hook Charters – 35' Contender!

If you're in the market for a day to remember, look no further than Off The Hook Charters – 35' Contender. With Captain Collin at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

These waters are known for Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Mutton Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Yellowtail Snapper, Blackfin Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, Amberjack, Cobia, and more – with any luck, it won't be long before "Fish on!"

You can expect to do some spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks for a boost of energy when needed!

You'll be welcome aboard a 35' Sportfishing that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has outriggers, everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience.

You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

It's never a bad idea to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunblock (non-spray), and bottled water. Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. So make it happen, with Off The Hook Charters – 35' Contender!

Off The Hook Marathon Charters
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Half Day Trip – Reef/Wreck
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Red)
Snapper (Mutton)
+1
US $967
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Reef/Wreck
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Red)
Snapper (Mutton)
+1
US $1,397
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Wahoo
Tuna (Blackfin)
US $1,693
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Reef/Wreck
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Red)
Snapper (Mutton)
+1
US $1,720
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Wahoo
Tuna (Blackfin)
US $1,935
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.8
39 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

97%
Recommended
87%
Caught fish

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Jeremy Martin
Jeremy Martin
Repeat angler
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Trip !!!
Half Day Trip – Reef/Wreck on March 10, 20264 adults

Perfect Weather, Perfect seas, Great Captain (Rich), and plenty of fish in some great spots. 20+ fish including mangrove and yellow tail snapper, a 30+ pound cobia, several other speices, plus multiple lost fish that made a clean get away.... 3 distinct sharks on the lines...a 6foot +/- nurse shark and an 8foot +/- bull shark brought to the boat and released !!! Lost another big shark in the battles ! Could not plan a better day on the water !!!

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
John Blackstone
John Blackstone
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
great time
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore on June 24, 20264 adults

had a great time, conditions werent the greatest but our guide worked hard to get is on some fish. will be back again.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Off The Hook Marathon Charters
Response from Charter operator

thanks for the great review John! see you again soon!

Derek Lies
Derek Lies
us
California, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
Fishing with Collin
Half Day Trip – Reef/Wreck on March 31, 20262 adults1 child

Mark Machemer
Mark Machemer
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2025
4.0
Verified
Had a great time
Half Day Trip – Reef/Wreck on May 28, 20263 adults

Captain was very knowledgeable about fishing

Reported catch:
Black Grouper
Yellowtail Snapper
Off The Hook Marathon Charters
Response from Charter operator

thanks for the great review mark!

Rich Cooper
Rich Cooper
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2023
4.7
Verified
Half day with Capt. James - Off the Hook fishing charters
Half Day Trip – Reef/Wreck on April 10, 20236 adults

Our family of 6 very much enjoyed our fishing trip. Capt. James and Mate Dalton were very outgoing and were attentive to all our needs. They were very quick to bait our hooks and help us (rookies) with our fishing with lots of tips. Within less than 5 minutes of arriving at our first fishing location our youngest member (age 10) made the first catch (yellow fin) - he was thrilled. We fished at our first location for ~1 hour and caught lots of yellow tail, most we kept and a few were too small and were thrown back. Also, I had a big amberjack on the hook and got it back to the boat, but then the line broke and we lost a big one. We then moved to a second location we immediately caught some mutton snapper but then the fish decided not to bite - so we moved to a third location. As we arrived at the third location, we started having some snacks and it was at this time we learned that it is unlucky to bring bananas on a fishing boat (well, at least that was the story Dalton told us and Capt James seconded that tale). In any event, we did catch a mackeral at the third spot and even tho there were lots of fish showing on the screen, none seemed interested in our bait. After trying hard to get some nibbles, our time was up and we headed back to the dock and Capt James cleaned our catch. If we make it back to Marathon on a future trip we would again go on a fishing excursion with Off the Hook. Next time we'll remember to not bring bananas but might bring a pineapple as that is supposedly good luck. Also good luck is to have some whiskey before fishing and one other good luck charm is to throw a crew member overboard (Dalton, you get volunteered !). Thanks to the crew for the memorable trip !

Reported catch:
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Wahoo
Amberjack

FAQs about Off The Hook Charters – 35' Contender

Off The Hook Charters – 35' Contender offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $967 per group - Half Day Trip – Reef/Wreck (4 hours)
  • US $1,397 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Reef/Wreck (6 hours)
  • US $1,693 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,720 per group - Full Day Trip – Reef/Wreck (8 hours)
  • US $1,935 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Off The Hook Charters – 35' Contender, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Bucket
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Off The Hook Charters – 35' Contender include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We catch our own live bait )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No charge )
  • Drinks (We supply bottled water. Anything else the customer is welcome to bring )
  • First mate (Customary tip is 20% of the charter price )
  • Fishing license (Included and covers all guests )
Off The Hook Charters – 35' Contender offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Up to 25 miles offshore)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Off The Hook Charters – 35' Contender offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Off The Hook Charters – 35' Contender include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Off The Hook Marathon Charters
Off The Hook Marathon Charters
Off The Hook Marathon Charters

Marathon, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
42 Customer reviews
Typical response within 5 hours
Member since December 2021

Off The Hook Marathon Charters offers to take you on a memorable fishing adventure out of Marathon, Florida. Pick a trip that suits you and have tons of fun chasing many tasty and challenging species!

ID & license verified
42 Customer reviews
Typical response within 5 hours
Member since December 2021

Off The Hook Marathon Charters offers to take you on a memorable fishing adventure out of Marathon, Florida. Pick a trip that suits you and have tons of fun chasing many tasty and challenging species!

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
Sailfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
Sailfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
35 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Contender
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
3 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Up to 25 miles offshore
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
Bucket
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We catch our own live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No charge
Drinks
We supply bottled water. Anything else the customer is welcome to bring
First mate
Customary tip is 20% of the charter price
Fishing license
Included and covers all guests

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 Marathon to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
No real age limit but recommended age of 5 and older
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 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

 Checks

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Marathon right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
SailfishSailfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Mutton)Snapper (Mutton)
Snapper (Yellowtail)Snapper (Yellowtail)
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
WahooWahoo

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