If you’re planning to visit the beautiful Florida Keys, you must book a fishing charter in the islands of Key Largo. Look no further than Captain Carlos Padron with Bluewater Bliss Fishing Charters!

Capt. Carlos began his love for fishing with his grandfather at the young age of 3 years old and continues to be passionate about fishing the waters of the Florida Keys. He offers trips to accommodate all types of anglers. There is no age limit or fishing experience required. Captain Carlos will make sure your day on the water is a memory of a lifetime.

Target all types of fish, from bottom dwellers such as Grouper and Snapper to pelagic offshore species such as Tuna, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, and Sailfish. The Florida Keys are known for their abundance of Mahi and Yellowtail Snapper. Captain Carlos will fillet your catches and recommend one of the local restaurants to prepare them for lunch or dinner, which is a great experience.

Bluewater Bliss charters will provide everything needed for a day out in the water, such as fishing licenses, fishing equipment, bait, and coolers with plenty of ice. Feel free to bring food and beverages of your choice. We also highly recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses.

Your fishing adventure will be aboard a 28’ Contender center console with twin Suzuki outboard engines. The vessel will be ready with rod holders, cup holders, and a live bait well for a day of fishing. Contender boats are known for their fish ability and speed to get to the fishing grounds safely. There’s cooler space for your drinks and catch, as well as a priced Bluetooth sound system for your music of choice.

Book with us for an experience out on the water and make memories that will last a lifetime!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Afternoon Delight - Shark & Tarpon
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Aug 1
    US $675
    Afternoon shark and tarpon trip on the calm waters of the bay.
    Targeted fish
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Shark (Nurse)
    Nurse Shark
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Shark (Lemon)
    Lemon Shark
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Patch Reef Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 1 - Mar 1
    US $850
    Fish the shallower patch reefs for smaller Yellowtail and Mutton Snapper. Good trip for windy days and cold weather, and excellent for children!
    Targeted fish
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Reef (AM) 4 Hours
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,000
    Bottom fishing on the reef for various species such as yellowtail snapper, mutton snapper, grouper, kingfish and mackeral.
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Reef (PM) - 4 Hours
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
    US $1,000
    Fish for Yellowtail Snapper, Mutton Snapper, and Grouper while watching the sunset on the way home.
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Patch Reef Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 1 - Mar 1
    US $1,100
    Fish the shallow patch reefs for smaller Yellowtail and Mutton Snapper. Good on windy days and colder weather. Excellent trip for young children!
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Hogfish
    Hogfish
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Offshore - 4 Hours
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,200
    Target Mahi Mahi, tuna, Marlin and wahoo in the offshore gulfstream. We troll or look for birds feeding on baitfish.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Offshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
    US $1,250
    We will target Mahi Mahi and Tuna offshore gulfstream while catching the sunset on the way home.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Reef - 8 Hours
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,300
    Anchored up or drift fishing the edge of the reef for an abundance of different species such as yellowtail snapper, mutton snapper, grouper, king mackeral, tuna, sailfish and wahoo.
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Mahi Mahi - 3/4 day Special
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Sep 1
    US $1,300
    Head out to the gulfstream waters off the Florida Keys to target Mahi Mahi, leave at 7 and back at the dock by 2PM.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Offshore - 8 Hours
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,600
    Target Mahi Mahi and Tuna offshore in gulfstream waters of the Florida key, great summer time trip!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
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FAQs about Bluewater Bliss Fishing Charters

Bluewater Bliss Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $675 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Afternoon Delight - Shark & Tarpon (3 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Patch Reef Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Reef (AM) 4 Hours (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Reef (PM) - 4 Hours (4 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip – Patch Reef Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Offshore - 4 Hours (4 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Offshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip – Reef - 8 Hours (8 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Mahi Mahi - 3/4 day Special (6 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip – Offshore - 8 Hours (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Bluewater Bliss Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Bluewater Bliss Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Bluewater Bliss Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Bluewater Bliss Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Bluewater Bliss Fishing Charters include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Hogfish
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Carlos Padron
Key Largo, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
9 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2023
At the age of 6 or 7, my grandfather took me fishing in the Florida Keys. That day I ended up catching my first ever Yellowtail Snapper, and from that moment forward, I was hooked. Fishing became a passion and excitement. My favorite part about being a guide is seeing the look on someone's face when they hook and catch the fish of a lifetime. You can't put a price on that smile.

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black) Black Grouper
Hogfish Hogfish
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Boat specs

Contender (Center console) originally built in 2001, and restored in 2020. Powered by 2 200HP Suzuki engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
28 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

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

Cancellation policy

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.

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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 9 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Little Slice of Fun
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
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Friendly captain
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Shannon M.
Riviera Beach, FL
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Overall

Amazing Time with Captain Carlos!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Reef (PM) - 4 Hours on May 6, 2023
What a fabulous time on the water catching fish, catching rays, catching smiles and having the best time!  I cannot say enough...
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Jordan C.
Excellent
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Fun and flexible

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Reef (PM) - 4 Hours on May 19, 2023
Carlos was able to meet us earlier than planned to accommodate our schedule, and when my husband got seasick, he was really...
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CHARLES F.
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Little Slice of Fun

VERIFIED   Afternoon Delight - Shark & Tarpon on July 30, 2023
Carlos was awesome, had a great time! Yellow a tail, hooked 3 bull sharks, lots of fun for the kids both big and small. Highly...
CHARLES F. recommends Bluewater Bliss Fishing Charters
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Jason W.
Biloxi, MS
Excellent
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Half Day Trip with Captain Carlos

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Reef (AM) 4 Hours on July 7, 2023
Captain Carlos was very accommodating and professional. He put us right on the Yellowtail. My family had a great time!
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Erik R.
Land O' Lakes, FL
Excellent
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Patch Reef Fishing on June 17, 2023
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