If you’re ready to go fishing in Key Largo, we’ve got you covered with Off–Ice Charters.

Catch Snook, Tarpon, Mangrove Snapper, Goliath Grouper, Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Nurse Shark, Redfish, and more are in the cards if conditions are right. You can expect to do some spinning or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. AUSTIN also offers fly fishing on the flats or backcountry.

Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don’t have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there’s one on board. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!

You’ll be dropping lines from a 19’ Skiff with space for 3 passengers. It comes with everything else you need for a productive day on the water. Capt. AUSTIN will provide rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but you should ask the captain whether you’ll be catching it yourself.

Have in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain.

A few items to bring include bottled water, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
You will need to provide your own flordia fishing license.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Off_Ice_Charters



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 hours key largo
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - May 19
    US $300
    Note: for this trip we can leave at other times other than stated. Start your Florida Keys day off with a morning fishing trip with spinning rods using live bait or lures. This trip is perfect for kids or people that want to catch a lot of quality fish found under bridges or back in the mangroves. I would recommend more time on the water if you want a higher chance of catching a trophy.
    Targeted fish
    Bonefish
    Bonefish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM) key largo
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - May 19
    US $450
    Start your Florida Keys day off with a morning fishing trip with spinning rods using live bait or lures. This trip is perfect for kids or people that want to catch a lot of quality fish found under bridges or back in the mangroves. I would recommend more time on the water if you want a higher chance of catching a trophy.
    Targeted fish
    Bonefish
    Bonefish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM) key largo
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - May 19
    US $450
    End you're Florida Keys day off with an evening fishing trip with spinning rods using live bait or lures. Come and enjoy the unforgettable sunset in the Keys over the flats. Time may vary on when the best time for fishing occurs. This trip is perfect for kids or people that want to catch a lot of quality fish found under bridges or back in the mangroves. I would recommend more time on the water if you want a higher chance of catching a trophy.
    Targeted fish
    Bonefish
    Bonefish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip key largo
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - May 19
    US $700
    Start your Florida Keys day off with a morning fishing trip with spinning rods using live bait or lures if you prefer. This trip is perfect for kids or people that want to catch a lot of quality fish found under bridges or back in the mangroves. I would recommend more time on the water if you want a higher chance of catching a trophy.
    Targeted fish
    Bonefish
    Bonefish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip key largo
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - May 1
    US $900
    Come fish the amazing fishery in the Keys. Most recommended trip because of the time on the water. We will spend most of the time using a trolling motor along the mangroves or fishing near bridges. Enjoy the beautiful natural scenery of the flats and the Florida backcountry fishery. Trip times vary on the best time to go out.
    Targeted fish
    Bonefish
    Bonefish
    Permit
    Permit
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Redfish
    Redfish
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FAQs about Off-Ice Charters

Off-Ice Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per group - 2 hours key largo (2 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) key largo (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) key largo (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 3/4 Day Trip key largo (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Full Day Trip key largo (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Off-Ice Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Off-Ice Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Live bait catching time is included in price and time.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License (You will need to buy a Florida fishing license 18 dollars on FWC.)
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Off-Ice Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Off-Ice Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Off-Ice Charters include:
  • Bonefish
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Shark (Nurse)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Meet the Captain

Austin Nelson
Key Largo, Florida, United States
8 Fishing Reports
21 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since April 2023
I grew up in Pennsylvania and now run trips out of Key Largo aboard a 19' Skiff. I took a trip to Florida to go fishing cause there isn't anything better to do. The first time I was in the Keys, it caught my heart, and I made it a yearly trip into my new home. These waters are known for Redfish and Snapper Snoop, and I will show you how to catch them. I love going into the Everglades and fishing with live bait on a jighead for whatever bites.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bonefish Bonefish
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper
Redfish Redfish
Shark (Blacktip) Blacktip Shark

Boat specs

East Cape (Skiff) originally built in 2023. Powered by a 90HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
19 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Live bait catching time is included in price and time.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License
You will need to buy a Florida fishing license 18 dollars on FWC.
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

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.

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
No age limits just bring a life jacket that fits
You Keep Catch
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 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:

Cash
PayPal

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 17 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (8)
Wow! Amazing experience with capt Austin!
A different experience
A different experience
+5
Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
88%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Jeffrey K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A birthday and a first timer

VERIFIED   NEW  2 hours key largo on April 7, 2024
Fishing review Austin was the best!!! It was my first time fishing ever and my girlfriend’s birthday and he made...
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Vanessa L.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great Captain

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) key largo on March 30, 2024
Austin was outstanding. My father and I went on a trip. We had an amazing time. He assisted me because I had no prior fishing...
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Kevin S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Wow! Amazing experience with capt Austin!

VERIFIED   NEW  2 hours key largo on April 21, 2024
Took my 8yo son for 2 hrs. I asked him to rattle it and he said 10/10! And I agree. We caught about 20 fish and saw a manatee! Captain...
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John A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) key largo on March 28, 2024
The weather was very windy, but we got to a location you didn’t even notice it. We caught quite a bit of fish too. I took...
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Brandi P.
Excellent
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Great time

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) key largo on March 11, 2024
We had a great time with Austin. It was pretty windy out so he took us to places that were out of the wind. He knew right where...
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