Captain Sam Baker 

4.8/5 (36 reviews)
 
State licensed
 80500 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036, United States

Captain Sam Baker 

State licensed
Islamorada, FL, United States
17 ft
2
4.8/5 (36 reviews)

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.

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.

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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bonefish
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 day trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bonefish
Permit
Snook
Tarpon
+3
US $775
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bonefish
Permit
Snook
Tarpon
+3
US $900
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.8
36 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (18)

What anglers say

89%
Recommended
70%
Caught fish

All reviews (36)

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James Fennell
James Fennell
us
Columbus, GA, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Trip
Full Day Trip on April 20, 20252 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!

Ed Williams
Ed Williams
us
Portland, ME, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Tarpon
3/4 day trip on May 21, 20252 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:
Tarpon
David Morley
David Morley
Repeat angler
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2024
10 trips
5.0
Verified
Great experience chasing large tarpon
Full Day Trip on April 7, 20241 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.

Gary Fujinami
Gary Fujinami
Repeat angler
us
Montana, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Great day in spite of the weather
Full Day Trip on May 1, 20242 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.

Colin Booth
Colin Booth
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Passionate guide who is the real deal
Full Day Trip on September 15, 20241 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:
Tarpon

FAQs about Captain Sam Baker

Captain Sam Baker offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $775 per group - 3/4 day trip (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Captain Sam Baker, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Captain Sam Baker include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Catching Live bait is part of the trip and when bait is bought it is included in the overall price.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and filleting of the fish is included in the price of the trip.)
  • Drinks (I Provide bottled water any speciality drink should be brought by the customer.)
  • Fishing license (Fishing licenses are included in the price of the trip and cover all guest on the boat.)
  • Fly fishing equipment
Captain Sam Baker offers the following types of fishing:
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Captain Sam Baker offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Captain Sam Baker include:
  • Bonefish
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Sam Baker
Sam Baker
Sam Baker

Islamorada, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
36 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2023

I grew up in Islamorada on the water. I started fishing with my dad before I could walk. By the time I was in middle school, I had a small skiff, and any chance I had, I was on the water catching fish.

Our Team
Sam B.

Sam B.

Captain

ID & license verified
36 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2023

I grew up in Islamorada on the water. I started fishing with my dad before I could walk. By the time I was in middle school, I had a small skiff, and any chance I had, I was on the water catching fish.

Our Team
Sam B.

Sam B.

Captain

The fish you can target

Bonefish
Bonefish
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Bonefish
Bonefish
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook

What is the boat like?

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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

What kind of fishing will you do?

Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Catching Live bait is part of the trip and when bait is bought it is included in the overall price.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and filleting of the fish is included in the price of the trip.
Drinks
I Provide bottled water any speciality drink should be brought by the customer.
Fishing license
Fishing licenses are included in the price of the trip and cover all guest on the boat.
Fly fishing equipment

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 agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

 Bank transfer

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

What’s biting in Islamorada right now

BonefishBonefish
PermitPermit
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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