Coastal Dreams Fishing -41 Express -Key Largo

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NOTE: We are starting all our amazing trips with bait fishing, then going on chasing bigger fish.

Coastal Dreams Fishing is located in Key Largo and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. The area’s easy access to offshore humps, close reef edges, wrecks, and proximity to the gulf stream make fishing in the area top-class. Fishing in Islamorada is guided by season, moon, tides, and weather. The crew will recommend the best trip for the time you have available. From competitive anglers to families just wishing to have fun, everybody on board will have a great day on the water.

Our Captains have fished their entire lives in the Florida keys and will do their best to provide you with a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Mahi, Tuna, Sailfish, Snapper, Cobia, Wahoo, sharks, permit and more. You can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, big game fishing, drift fishing, jigging, kite fishing, and spinning.

Your adventure starts on the Coastal Dreams, a 41’ Luhrs Express boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers. It boasts one of the widest beams in the fleet as well as the speed and comfort for getting to the fishing grounds. The express layout allows for great 360-degree seating where you can see all the action while being chilled with the saloon AC. Or you can take a break downstairs on the wrap-around couch and in the comfortable bathroom while taking a rest. The cockpit provides ample room for multiple hookups and for your group to share memories. The boat also features a livewell that can keep hundreds of live bait, a refrigerator, and a big ice box in the saloon.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip includes all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. We will filet and bag your catch.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day – Sailfish & Pelagic (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,100
    Winter months are best targeted for Sailfish season, typically November through March. You can also expect a random Mahi, Tuna, Kingfish, or Wahoo bite. Fishing for Sailfish begins right off the reef edge about 3-7 miles from the marina, then you hunt for color changes up and down the Keys coastline from 20' to 190' of water. Sailfish often jumps multiple times and swims up to 65 mph. The techniques include trolling live bait, kite fishing, and sight fishing. Light tackle allows for a great fight.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Reef/Bottom (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,100
    Snapper, Grouper, Kingfish, Barracuda, Cobia, sharks, and others will be sure to keep the rods bent with lots of action. Three to four miles offshore is where the wrecks and reefs begin. Mahi and Tuna are also possible in this area. This is year-round fishing with great action. Live bait, trolled bait, and chumming are common techniques. The crew will fillet and bag what you would like to keep. On an average day, you can expect over 35 fish to be caught with a possible trophy on every trip.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Reef/Bottom (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,100
    Snapper, Grouper, Kingfish, Barracuda, Cobia, sharks, and others will be sure to keep the rods bent with lots of action. Three to four miles offshore is where the wrecks and reefs begin. Mahi and Tuna are also possible in this area. This is year-round fishing with great action. Live bait, trolled bait, and chumming are common techniques. The crew will fillet and bag what you would like to keep. On an average day, you can expect over 35 fish to be caught with a possible trophy on every trip.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Sail & Palegic (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,100
    Winter months are best targeted for Sailfish season, typically November through March. You can also expect a random Mahi, Tuna, Kingfish, or Wahoo bite. Fishing for Sailfish begins right off the reef edge about 3-7 miles from the marina, then you hunt for color changes up and down the Key's coastline from 20' to 190' of water. Sailfish often jumps multiple times and swims up to 65 mph. The techniques include trolling live bait, kite fishing, and sight fishing. Light tackle allows for a great fight.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Offshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,200
    Tuna, Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish, and other pelagic species are targeted spring through fall. It's extremely common for all rods to be hooked up at one time. Fishing can be from 10 miles out to 25 miles offshore. You'll use live bait, rigged bait, and artificial bait, through trolling, pitching bait, and sight fishing from the tower. When you catch the fish, you'll keep it or practice catch and release. The crew will fillet and bag what you choose to enjoy.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Morning 1/2 Day Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,200
    Tuna, Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish, and other pelagic species are targeted spring through fall. It's extremely common for all rods to be hooked up at one time. Fishing can be from 10 miles out to 25 miles offshore. You'll use live bait, rigged bait, and artificial bait, through trolling, pitching bait, and sight fishing from the tower. When you catch the fish, you'll keep it or practice catch and release. The crew will fillet and bag what you choose to enjoy.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Reef/Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,400
    Sharks, Snapper, Grouper, Cobia, Kingfish, Barracuda, and more will surely keep the rods bent. The wrecks and reefs begin 3-4 miles offshore. You may also encounter Mahi and Tuna in this area. You can use live and trolled bait as well as chumming. The crew will fillet and bag the catch you want to keep. On an average day, over 35 fish are caught with a possible trophy.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Sailfish & Pelagic
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,400
    Winter months are the best for Sailfish, usually November through March. Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, or Kingfish are also possible to encounter. You start fishing just off the reef edge, some 3-7 miles from the marina. Then, you and the crew will look for color changes along the Keys coastline, from 20' to 190' of water. Sailfish usually jumps multiple times and swims up to 65 mph. To reel them in, you can troll live bait, kite fish, and sight fish. Light tackle will allow you a great fight.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,500
    You'll target Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, and other pelagic species from the spring through fall. It's usual for all rods to be hooked up at one time. You and the crew can travel from 10 out to 25 miles offshore. You'll use live, rigged, and artificial bait, and will troll, pitch baits, and sight fish from the tower. You can either keep your catch or release it. The crew will fillet and bag what you choose to keep.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Reef/Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,700
    Have a thrilling time chasing sharks, Snapper, Grouper, Barracuda, Cobia, and more. You'll fish wrecks and reefs that appear 3-4 miles offshore. Mahi and Tuna may also be seen in the area. You can use live bait and trolled bait as well as chumming for attracting your prey. The crew will fillet and bag the part of the catch you want to keep with the rest being released. On an average day, you can reel in over 35 fish with a possible trophy.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Sailfish & Pelagic
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,700
    Sailfish is best targeted from November through March. You start searching for it near the reef edge, around 3-7 miles off the marina. You'll then look for color changes in the waters along the Keys coastline. It is common for Sailfish to swim up to 65 mph and jump multiple times To attract them, you can troll live bait, kite fish, as well as sight fish. Using light tackle will allow you an exciting battle with this respectable species.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,800
    Have a great time chasing Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, as well as other pelagic species. Fishing is available from the spring through the fall. It's highly likely that all the rods will be hooked up at one time. On this trip, you can head out from 10 all the way to 25 miles off the shore. Use live, rigged, and artificial bait, you can troll, pitch bait, as well as sight fish from the boat's tower. The crew will fillet and bag the catch you choose to keep.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
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Amazing day

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip – Offshore on September 6, 2024
Would have never dreamed. We started our day trolling for some bait on our way to were the big fish live. We were sooo lucky...
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Picture perfect trip

VERIFIED   Half Day – Sailfish & Pelagic (AM) on June 11, 2024
10/10 recommend fishing with The Coastal Dreams. Our whole experience was amazing. Despite having questionable weather, Captain...
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Great Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day – Sailfish & Pelagic (AM) on July 22, 2024
I cannot thank Robert, Ben, and Hunter enough for putting together a great fishing trip for us.  It was our first time to...
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Amazing fishing trip with the best crew in Key Largo

VERIFIED   Half Day – Sailfish & Pelagic (AM) on June 15, 2024
We did not know what to expect prior stepping on the boat. Not sure we will catch anything…haha, were we wrong. The captain...
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Great Crew / Comfortable Boat

VERIFIED   Half Day – Sailfish & Pelagic (AM) on April 2, 2024
Capt. Addison and 1st Mate, Garry, worked extremely well together!  Ask for the pair if able. Addison got us on the fish from...
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FAQs about Coastal Dreams Fishing -41 Express -Key Largo

Coastal Dreams Fishing -41 Express -Key Largo offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,100 per group - Half Day – Sailfish & Pelagic (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - Half Day Trip – Reef/Bottom (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - Half Day Trip – Reef/Bottom (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - Half Day Trip – Sail & Palegic (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - Half Day Trip – Offshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - Morning 1/2 Day Trip – Offshore (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Reef/Bottom Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Sailfish & Pelagic (6 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group - Full Day Trip – Reef/Bottom Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group - Full Day Trip – Sailfish & Pelagic (8 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Coastal Dreams Fishing -41 Express -Key Largo, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Coastal Dreams Fishing -41 Express -Key Largo include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Typical days start out with the hunt for live bait early in the morning. We look for current and color changes depending on the tides for the day. Everyone is invited to participate and will be educated on our boat guidelines on the way to the fishing gr)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (The crew will clean your fresh catch and package it for your cooler. If you are interested in packaging and preparation of your catch for shipping, The Key Largo Fisheries, (where we are docked), provides those services. The Captain or mate can help arr)
  • First Mate (Hunter is a young, personable and hard working First Mate with loads of experience fishing in the Keys. He's great with all ages and experience levels. He will take great care of your group.)
  • Fishing License (The Coastal Dreams has Coast Guard license for up to six paying guest. This license makes everyone on the boat a legal fisherman for the day and is covered in the cost of the charter.)

Coastal Dreams Fishing -41 Express -Key Largo offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore Fishing (Travel time to the fishing grounds will vary depending on the trip booked and current conditions. Talk to the crew if you have questions.)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Coastal Dreams Fishing -41 Express -Key Largo offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Coastal Dreams Fishing -41 Express -Key Largo include:
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Permit
  • Queen Snapper (Caribbean)
  • Sailfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Charter Operator

Coastal Dreams Fishing
Key Largo, Florida, United States
26 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
70 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 2022
Capt. Haden Browning Captain Haden has been fishing since a child. He has been working, chartering, mating, tournament fishing since 2005. Passion and experience include; working on private tournament boats, charter boats, motor yachts, backcountry skiffs and commercial boats, as well as all kinds of bait fishing. He has fished up and down the East Coast from New York to Key West including the Bahamas, Bermuda and St.Thomas. In his travels he has fished major Marlin, Tuna and Sailfish Tournaments as recognized competition including the White Marlin Open, Mid-Atlantic 500, Cape May Tuna Tournament and most Florida Keys tournaments. Florida Keys fishing skills and tactics include and not limited to; live bait catching(from ballyhoo, sardines, pilchards, speedos and whatever else we have available,) trolling, kit fishing, sight fishing, deep dropping, chasing birds, reef fishing, bottom fishing, and fishing the humps. experience in tournaments and chartering has given him knowledge in several areas including, species ranging from Sailfish, Swordfish, Tuna, Marlin, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Snapper, Grouper, Kingfish, Barracuda, Sharks and reef fish. 6 –Pack OUPV Licensed TWIC Cardholder Associates Degree (Tallahassee Community College) Tournament Trained United States Citizen Drug Consortium Member CPR and First Aid Certified

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
41 ft
Year built
2005
Restored in
2021
Boat manufacturer
Luhrs
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 625HP
Max cruising speed
27 knots

Types of fishing

Offshore Fishing
Travel time to the fishing grounds will vary depending on the trip booked and current conditions. Talk to the crew if you have questions.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Typical days start out with the hunt for live bait early in the morning. We look for current and color changes depending on the tides for the day. Everyone is invited to participate and will be educated on our boat guidelines on the way to the fishing gr
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
The crew will clean your fresh catch and package it for your cooler. If you are interested in packaging and preparation of your catch for shipping, The Key Largo Fisheries, (where we are docked), provides those services. The Captain or mate can help arr
First Mate
Hunter is a young, personable and hard working First Mate with loads of experience fishing in the Keys. He's great with all ages and experience levels. He will take great care of your group.
Fishing License
The Coastal Dreams has Coast Guard license for up to six paying guest. This license makes everyone on the boat a legal fisherman for the day and is covered in the cost of the charter.

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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
The Coastal Dreams is a big comfortable boat for the whole family. Nice and stable with plenty of room for everyone to find their favorite seat.
You Keep Catch
Key Largo Fisheries can help with shipping if need
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 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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 3% charge will apply.

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