Based out of Vero Beach, but we also launch from Sebastian and Ft.Pierce.  Bottoms Up 2 is your ticket to a memorable time on the water.

Capt. Justin aims to tailor every trip to your specific needs, so let him know what you’re after! Depending on the trip and species, you’ll be using techniques like bottom fishing, and trolling. You’re looking at 8-hour trips, where you’ll usually go after the likes of Dolphin, King Mackerel, Sheepshead, Snapper, Wahoo, and Grouper, depending on the weather and time of year.  Deep drop trips include Golden & Blue Line Tile and Yellow Edge Grouper. 

Your adventure begins on board a 33’ Hydra-Sports boat that can fit a maximum of 6 anglers. The boat is fitted with a toilet, and a wireless trolling motor.
3 2023 Suzuki motors, EPIRB, live well, on board cooler and USCG life Preservers. Also is equipped with a Seakeeper which helps with motion of the boat during higher seas.  This into helps with sea sickness.
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.

Capt. Justin runs trips together with his first mate, who’s there to help you with whatever you may need. Tips are always appreciated for a job well done. 

Want to bring the rest of the family along for the ride? Kids are welcome aboard, so you can make it a family adventure.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Bottoms Up 2.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half day Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $475
    Spend the day fishing in the beautiful waters of the Indian river. Make memories and meet a new friend Captain Justin.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    Full day Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $650
    Take a full day off and come fish the indian river. Make memories and catch dinner. Make a new friend Captain Justin
  • Private trip
    Half Day Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $800
    Up to 14 miles out. Everything is included besides food and drinks. We supply ice and cooler.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $1,200
    We go out approximately 14-20 miles. Everything is included besides food and drinks. We supply ice and cooler.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Deep Dropping
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $1,500
    We go out approximately 30-45 miles. Everything is included besides food and drinks.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 20 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Scott J.
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We went out on Bottoms Up with Captain Justin this week and we will definitely be back for another outing with him. Bottoms...
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Linda H.
Excellent
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7-8-2024 Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   Half day nearshore on July 8, 2024
We came down for Vacation from Missouri and have been excited about this trip. Captain Justin and Shack were Awesome above...
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Gray Y.
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The best fishing trip I ever been on best of all time best ever

VERIFIED   Half Day Offshore on July 20, 2024
The best fishing trip I’ve ever been on, we all four caught our personal best! 3 massive sailfish and 1 cobia. Awesome time,...
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MARK V.
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November fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Offshore on November 29, 2024
Captain Justin delivered! Great day and a great time; captain is very knowledgeable and extremely nice and outgoing.  I recommend...
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Rick M.
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The best

VERIFIED   Half day Inshore on April 8, 2024
While many other Anglers were struggling our captain put us on the fish. He was patient with an experienced fishermen and was...
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FAQs about Bottoms Up with Seakeeper

Bottoms Up with Seakeeper offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $475 per group, additional US $70 per person after 2 guests - Half day Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $70 per person after 2 guests - Full day Inshore (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $70 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Offshore (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $70 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group, additional US $70 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Deep Dropping (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Bottoms Up with Seakeeper, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Radar

Trips booked with Bottoms Up with Seakeeper include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Bottoms Up with Seakeeper offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing

Bottoms Up with Seakeeper offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Bottoms Up with Seakeeper include:
  • Bluefish
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tilefish
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Justin Gay
Vero Beach, Florida, United States
122 Fishing Reports
76 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2022
Captain Justin grew up fishing the beautiful waters of Vero Beach, Sebastian, and Ft. Pierce. He’s lived in Vero Beach his entire life. His passion for fishing came from his father and uncle who taught him all about fishing in any body of water from as early as 4 years old. They have since passed and he is proud to carry on the love of fishing. He's spent the majority of his life with a fishing pole in his hands. He feels after each trip you're not a customer, but a friend. Seeing the smiles on each person's face as they reel in their catch brings him joy.

The fish you can target

Bluefish Bluefish
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black) Black Grouper
Grouper (Snowy) Snowy Grouper

What the boat is like

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
33 ft
Year built
2007
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Hydra-Sports
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
3 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
52 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Fishing License

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch

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 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:

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

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Great day of bottom fishing
Great day of bottom fishing
December 30, 2024
Had a great time with this family from Canada. Weather was great and seas weren’t to bad. They all caught a huge amount of fish.
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