Captain Sam Baker
4.8/5 (36 reviews)
State licensed
80500 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036, United States–
Captain Sam Baker
State licensed
4.8/5 (36 reviews)
80500 Overseas Highway
Islamorada, FL, United States
Captain Sam Baker is located in Islamorada and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.
Come on aboard with Capt. Sam, whose main priority is to get you on some fish. Expect to use light tackle and fly fish, based on the species you're targeting. Speaking of which, you have the option of 4 to 8-hour trips, where you'll be fishing for the likes of Tarpon, Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Permit, and Bonefish, depending on the specific season and the day's weather.
You'll be fishing from a 17' Maverick boat with enough room for up to 2 anglers at any single time. It also includes an ice box.
When it comes to rods, reels, and terminal tackle, everything you need is included in the price. The captain will supply all the needed fishing licenses for your trip.
You're welcome to keep all legal species caught during the trip.
The price of your trip also includes complimentary drinks, but you're welcome to bring your own. Please let the captain know if you have any questions or special requests.
Book your trip now and hit the water with Captain Sam Baker.
Rating
4.8
36 reviews
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4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (18)
+12
What anglers say
89%
Recommended
70%
Caught fish
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James Fennell
Columbus, GA, US
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Member since 2025
5.0
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Fantastic Trip
Full Day Trip on April 20, 2025 • 2 adults
Sam did a wonderful job putting us on fish under some tough conditions. We had a steady easterly wind at about 25 knots, Sam worked through it confidently. He was extremely motivated, thoughtful, and patient all day. We had a mixed bag day with three Tarpon, many Speckled Sea Trout, plus Ladyfish, and a couple of Sharks. Can't wait to fish with Sam again!
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Ed Williams
Portland, ME, US
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Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Tarpon
3/4 day trip on May 21, 2025 • 2 adults
Had a great day fishing with Sam. Good guy, he knows where the fish are. He has good equimpment , and being a newby at Tarpon, was very helpful on coaching me on how and where to cast. If you want to flyfish for Tarpon, he is your guy. I plan on fishing with him again.
Reported catch:
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David Morley
Repeat angler
United Kingdom
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Member since 2024
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8 trips
5.0
Verified
Great experience chasing large tarpon
Full Day Trip on April 7, 2024 • 1 adult
Sam was a fantastic captain and covered a huge area to find tarpon and some bonefish. Most of the day the tarpon proved elusive, but preservation paid off with a take and run at the back end of the day, but it’s the story of the big one that got away. Nonetheless an awesome experience with captain who was extremely knowledgeable and provided expert guidance for someone sea fly fishing for the first time.
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Gary Fujinami
Repeat angler
Montana, US
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Member since 2024
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4 trips
5.0
Verified
Great day in spite of the weather
Full Day Trip on May 1, 2024 • 2 adults
Though there were storms all around us cpt Sam managed to avoid them all and get us into tarpon. Having fished for tarpon in the past I know it is a visual game. For me, I had a hard time spotting them but Sam saw them and got us in casting range even with the wind. He worked his you know what off but with his calm demeanor and work ethic we (he) kept at it. This is my 2nd trip with him.
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Colin Booth
United Kingdom
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Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Passionate guide who is the real deal
Full Day Trip on September 15, 2024 • 1 adult
Like all life it’s the little things that summate to tell you how good something is. I booked Sam for 5 days fly fishing . Each day when I arrived at 7am the boat was already in the water, spotlessly clean and ready to go. A very knowledgeable guide, the real deal. Impressed? I have had guides all over the world. I am working on dates for my next trip with Sam.
Reported catch:
2
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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 day trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $775
Entire boat: 2 people
US $775
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $900
Entire boat: 2 people
US $900
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating
4.8
36 reviews
5
30
4
2
3
3
2
0
1
0
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (18)
+12
What anglers say
89%
Recommended
70%
Caught fish
All reviews (36)
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Showing 1 – 5 of 36 reviews
James Fennell
Columbus, GA, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Trip
Full Day Trip on April 20, 2025 • 2 adults
Sam did a wonderful job putting us on fish under some tough conditions. We had a steady easterly wind at about 25 knots, Sam worked through it confidently. He was extremely motivated, thoughtful, and patient all day. We had a mixed bag day with three Tarpon, many Speckled Sea Trout, plus Ladyfish, and a couple of Sharks. Can't wait to fish with Sam again!
0
Ed Williams
Portland, ME, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Tarpon
3/4 day trip on May 21, 2025 • 2 adults
Had a great day fishing with Sam. Good guy, he knows where the fish are. He has good equimpment , and being a newby at Tarpon, was very helpful on coaching me on how and where to cast. If you want to flyfish for Tarpon, he is your guy. I plan on fishing with him again.
Reported catch:
0
David Morley
Repeat angler
United Kingdom
Member since 2024
8 trips
5.0
Verified
Great experience chasing large tarpon
Full Day Trip on April 7, 2024 • 1 adult
Sam was a fantastic captain and covered a huge area to find tarpon and some bonefish. Most of the day the tarpon proved elusive, but preservation paid off with a take and run at the back end of the day, but it’s the story of the big one that got away. Nonetheless an awesome experience with captain who was extremely knowledgeable and provided expert guidance for someone sea fly fishing for the first time.
0
Gary Fujinami
Repeat angler
Montana, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Great day in spite of the weather
Full Day Trip on May 1, 2024 • 2 adults
Though there were storms all around us cpt Sam managed to avoid them all and get us into tarpon. Having fished for tarpon in the past I know it is a visual game. For me, I had a hard time spotting them but Sam saw them and got us in casting range even with the wind. He worked his you know what off but with his calm demeanor and work ethic we (he) kept at it. This is my 2nd trip with him.
0
Colin Booth
United Kingdom
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Passionate guide who is the real deal
Full Day Trip on September 15, 2024 • 1 adult
Like all life it’s the little things that summate to tell you how good something is. I booked Sam for 5 days fly fishing . Each day when I arrived at 7am the boat was already in the water, spotlessly clean and ready to go. A very knowledgeable guide, the real deal. Impressed? I have had guides all over the world. I am working on dates for my next trip with Sam.
Reported catch:
2
FAQs about Captain Sam Baker
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What is the boat like?
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
17 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Maverick
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 70HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots