Silver Tide Charters is a premier Key West Guide service run by Capt. Bryson Shaaber. Charters are focused on inshore flats/backcountry of the Lower Keys, and offer a variety of charter options including fishing, sandbar, sunset, and custom excursions!

The “Illusion”, a Pathfinder 2500 Hybrid Bay Boat is a great vessel for fishing the inshore flats and backcountry of Key West. A fast, smooth, dry ride paired with a shallow draft allows us to truly fish the entirety of this unique fishery even on windier weather days. She can accommodate up to 4 guests comfortably.

Capt Bryson specializes in using artificial and live bait to target species such as Tarpon, Permit, Bonefish, Barracudas, Jacks, Sharks, and a variety of other species found inshore around the Flats and Backcountry of Key West.

Capt Bryson has a vast knowledge of the history and ecology of the Florida Keys, and years of experience working with kids through the Boy Scouts, as well as working for a premier charter company out of Key West. He is great with all levels of fishing experience, and you’re sure to have a fun time!

Plenty of ice, water bottles, and cooler space are provided. All you need to bring is flavored drinks and food items.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    3 HR Sunset/Night Tarpon Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 PM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $550
    Departure Time may vary based on time of year
    Targeted fish
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
  • Private trip
    4 HR Flats/Backcountry Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $700
  • Private trip
    4 HR Shark Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $700
    We’re gonna need a bigger boat! Target Key West’s Shallow Water Monsters and see why they’re at the top of the food chain! Trip involves catching bait such as ladyfish, jacks, cudas, etc to use as bait for these apex predators
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Bonefish
    Bonefish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Permit
    Permit
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    4 HR Tarpon Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $700
    Target the mighty Silver King, one of the most sought after fish in the world! Spring/Summer is generally a better time of the year to persue them, but they can be caught year around in Key West based on weather conditions. If weather conditons are not ideal for Tarpon, the trip can default back to a Flats/Backcountry style fishing trip
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Bonefish
    Bonefish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Permit
    Permit
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Shark (Lemon)
    Lemon Shark
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    6 HR Flats/Backcountry Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $900
  • Private trip
    6 HR Shark Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $900
    We’re gonna need a bigger boat! Target Key West’s Shallow Water Monsters and see why they’re at the top of the food chain! Trip involves catching bait such as ladyfish, jacks, cudas, etc to use as bait for these apex predators
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Bonefish
    Bonefish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Permit
    Permit
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    6 HR Tarpon Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $900
    Target the mighty Silver King, one of the most sought after fish in the world! Spring/Summer is generally a better time of the year to persue them, but they can be caught year around in Key West based on weather conditions. If weather conditons are not ideal for Tarpon, the trip can default back to a Flats/Backcountry style fishing trip
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Bonefish
    Bonefish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Permit
    Permit
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Shark (Lemon)
    Lemon Shark
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    8 HR Flats/Backcountry Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $1,200

Customer reviews

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10/10 Trip with Capt Bryson!

VERIFIED   4 HR Flats/Backcountry Fishing Trip on May 10, 2024
Booked a 6 hour trip with Capt Bryson with the goal to catch some Permit. And boy did we! My expectations were definitely surpassed....
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Evening Tarpon trip...the best

VERIFIED   3 HR Sunset/Night Tarpon Trip on March 19, 2024
We went out on an evening inshore, sunset Tarpon trip. We caught about 4 or 5 as the light dimmed and we listened for the line...
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VERIFIED   6 HR Flats/Backcountry Fishing Trip on April 18, 2024
Awesome time with Captain Bryson and First mate Carl! These guys know how to put you on the fish, over 40 caught and the ladies...
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4 HR Flats/Backcountry Fishing Trip on October 21, 2023
Great morning out on the water with Capt. Bryson!! I was taking a business client out for their first time fishing in Key West...
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Highly recommend Capt. Bryson for you next fishing trip. He is extremely knowledgeable, professional and patient. You can really...
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FAQs about Silver Tide Charters

Silver Tide Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - 3 HR Sunset/Night Tarpon Trip (3 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 HR Flats/Backcountry Fishing Trip (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 HR Shark Fishing Trip (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 HR Tarpon Fishing Trip (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 HR Flats/Backcountry Fishing Trip (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 HR Shark Fishing Trip (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 HR Tarpon Fishing Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 8 HR Flats/Backcountry Fishing Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Silver Tide Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well Pinfish & Live Crabs* (when available)
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box Seat & 80qt Engel cooler w/ ice & water bottles

Trips booked with Silver Tide Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Water Bottles)
  • Fishing License

Silver Tide Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Silver Tide Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning

Top targeted fish species with Silver Tide Charters include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonefish
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Permit
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Lemon)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Bryson Shaaber
Stock Island, Florida, United States
5 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2023
Capt. Bryson runs trips out of Stock Island aboard a Pathfinder 2500 Hybrid Bay Boat. These waters are known for Tarpon, Permit, and Bonefish and he will show you how to catch them With 8 years of experience, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

The fish you can target

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Bonefish Bonefish
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Pinfish & Live Crabs* (when available)
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Seat & 80qt Engel cooler w/ ice & water bottles

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Drinks
Water Bottles
Fishing License

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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
Children 6 and under will need a life-jacket
Catch and Release Mandatory
Will only keep enough for a meal if it happens

How you can pay

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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