Island Time Charters 

5.0
(152 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 MacArthur Causeway 1050, Miami, FL 33132, United States

Island Time Charters 

Miami, FL, United States
31 ft
6
5.0
(152 reviews)

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Ready to cast a line in Miami Beach? Island Time Charters is here to make it happen! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Jesus knows them forwards and back.

Depending on the conditions, you might hook into Amberjack, Barracuda, Cero Mackerel, Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Hogfish, African Pompano Jack, Kingfish, and plenty more. During the trip, you might be spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep. Plus, you can have your catch cleaned.

You'll step aboard a 31' Center console with space for 6 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself. We always recommend buying atleast $60 of live bait

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. It's recommended to bring snacks, sunblock (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. Drinks and ice will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation. Just be sure to avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with Island Time Charters!

Ready to cast a line in Miami Beach? Island Time Charters is here to make it happen! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Jesus knows them forwards and back.

Depending on the conditions, you might hook into Amberjack, Barracuda, Cero Mackerel, Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Hogfish, African Pompano Jack, Kingfish, and plenty more. During the trip, you might be spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep. Plus, you can have your catch cleaned.

You'll step aboard a 31' Center console with space for 6 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself. We always recommend buying atleast $60 of live bait

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. It's recommended to bring snacks, sunblock (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. Drinks and ice will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation. Just be sure to avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with Island Time Charters!

Jesus Castell
Captain
Jesus Castell
6 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip
In high demand Last booked: 22 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Black)
+7
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Shark fishing
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Shark (Tope)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Nurse)
+3
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half day
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Amberjack
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+7
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 day
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
+8
US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full day
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 PM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
+8
US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 hr swordfish
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Swordfish
Wahoo
US $1,700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

5.0
152 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (263)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (152)

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Mason Cratch
Mason Cratch
us
Washington State, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
My face hurts from smiling and laughing
10 hr swordfish on May 23, 20262 adults

If you’re booking a fishing charter, don’t just book for the fish — book for the experience. Captain Jesus absolutely delivered both. We caught Mahi and Shark, but honestly the best part of the trip was the energy the entire day. Jesus worked nonstop to keep us on fish, and when the bite slowed down, the vibes never did. He kept everybody laughing, smiling, and having a great time from start to finish. A lot of captains can put you on fish. Very few can make the whole day unforgettable. Jesus is the kind of guy you actually want to spend 10 hours on a boat with. Hard working, fun, laid back, and clearly passionate about what he does. Couldn’t recommend this trip more. We’ll absolutely be back.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jesus Castell
Response from Captain

thank you for leaving a review and fishing with me we definitely had a great time out there 👍

Shantel Montalvo
Shantel Montalvo
Repeat angler
us
Philadelphia, PA, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
2nd time was even better
3/4 day on August 9, 20266 adults

yeaterday was a beautiful day but the sea was a little choppy so we went off shore to catch an 8ft Lemon Shark. Capt Jesus then brought us inshore where we caught a ton of smaller fish. this was on 2nd tome out with him within the week and was totally worth it. Hes a fun young captain with a lot of experience under his belt and of you go our once with him your gonna whanna book again

Chase Crain
Chase Crain
Repeat angler
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Shark Tales!!
Shark fishing on August 8, 20261 adult2 children

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had an awesome time on our shark fishing trip! Captain Jesus was knowledgeable, professional, and great with the boys. He worked hard to put us on the sharks and made sure everyone had a fun, safe, and memorable experience. The boys haven’t stopped talking about it! We’ll definitely book with him again the next time we’re in Miami. Highly recommend!

Reported catch:
Lemon Shark
Cheryl Muller
Cheryl Muller
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Holy Mackerel!!
3/4 day on March 13, 20263 adults1 child

Wow! What an amazing day we had with Jesus! We hit several of his fishing spots and we were not disappointed. We caught many species but the yellowtail was really biting. Almost hit our limit on the yellowtail. Then a surprise we landed a massive KING MACKEREL! Unbelievable ending to our charter. And I can’t say enough about Jesus. He is one of the hardest working captains out there. Thank you again Jesus for helping us make some amazing memories ❤️

Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Jesus Castell
Response from Captain

thank you for booking with me we had a blast out there great fishing and great time with yall

Michael Prendergast
Michael Prendergast
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great Trip, Dedicated Captain
3/4 Day Trip on September 2, 20262 adults2 children

Captain Castell was excellent. Well prepared with a great fishing plan for a group of 4 (including two junior fishermen ages 10 and 13). Caught fish, learned a lot of new fishing techniques and fished to the very end (literally let the kids fish at the takeout while he cleaned our catch).

Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Yellowtail Snapper
Mutton Snapper

FAQs about Island Time Charters

Island Time Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $850 per group - Half day (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Shark fishing (4 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 3/4 day (6 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - Full day (8 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group - 10 hr swordfish (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Island Time Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Full head (toilet) in enclosed boat console
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box Multiple coolers for food, drinks and catch
Trips booked with Island Time Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Included in price and done on boat at the marina at the end of the trip)
  • Drinks (Water)
  • Fishing license (Fishing license included covers everyone on board )
Island Time Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Anywhere from 3 to 20 miles offshore depends on what we are targeting on that specific trip.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Island Time Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Spearfishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Island Time Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • Hogfish
  • Jack (African Pompano)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Lobster
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Jesus Castell
Jesus Castell

Miami, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
152 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2020
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

With his vast knowledge and experience, Captain Jesus Castell will take you aboard a spacious 31' Bluewater boat equipped with everything you need for a pleasurable and fun day fishing in Miami. For your convenience, there are multiple coolers available for food and drinks or the catch of the day, ice included. 'Always a bright and sunny day here at Island Time Charters!'

Jesus Castell
Jesus Castell
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
152
reviews
2020
member since
~1h
response
With his vast knowledge and experience, Captain Jesus Castell will take you aboard a spacious 31' Bluewater boat equipped with everything you need for a pleasurable and fun day fishing in Miami. For your convenience, there are multiple coolers available for food and drinks or the catch of the day, ice included. 'Always a bright and sunny day here at Island Time Charters!'

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Hogfish
Hogfish
African Pompano Jack
African Pompano Jack
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Lobster
Lobster
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • Best fishing trip ever!
    Dillon E.
    Dillon E.
  • awesome awesome trip
    Max C.
    Max C.
  • 2nd time was even better
    Shantel M.
    Shantel M.
  • Shark Tales!!
    Chase C.
    Chase C.
  • Best Trip Ever
    Shantel M.
    Shantel M.
  • Great Experience
    Drew M.
    Drew M.
  • Great Trip even in bad weather!
    Tanya A.
    Tanya A.
  • Great trip
    Denis L.
    Denis L.
  • Amazing!
    Casey E.
    Casey E.
  • Really fun and interesting trip
    Ilyas O.
    Ilyas O.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
31 ft
Year built
2002
Restored in
2015
Boat manufacturer
Bluewater
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 300HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Anywhere from 3 to 20 miles offshore depends on what we are targeting on that specific trip.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Full head (toilet) in enclosed boat console
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Outriggers
Ice box
Multiple coolers for food, drinks and catch
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Included in price and done on boat at the marina at the end of the trip
Drinks
Water
Fishing license
Fishing license included covers everyone on board

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.

Child friendly
No age limits fun for all ages
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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

 Bank transfer

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

What’s biting in Miami right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
HogfishHogfish
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
WahooWahoo

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