Southern Sons Charters
Southern Sons Charters
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Southern Sons Charters is veteran owned and operated!!!!
Southern Sons Charters is a premier offshore fishing charter based in Marathon, Florida, in the heart of the Florida Keys. Led by experienced Captain Josh Cox, we specialize in delivering high-quality, action-packed fishing trips for anglers of all skill levels.
We offer 4, 6, 8, and 10-hour fishing charters targeting some of the most sought-after species in the Keys, including mahi-mahi (dolphin), tuna, grouper, snapper, and sailfish. Whether you're looking for deep sea offshore fishing, reef and wreck fishing, or a family-friendly day on the water, Southern Sons Charters provides a safe, professional, and memorable experience.
All trips include top-of-the-line fishing gear, bait, tackle, fuel, and fishing licenses, so you can focus on reeling in fish and enjoying your time on the water. Our charter is veteran-owned and known for exceptional customer service, local knowledge, and consistent results.
Conveniently located in Marathon, we serve visitors throughout the Florida Keys including Key Colony Beach, Duck Key, and Islamorada.
Book your Marathon Florida fishing charter today with Southern Sons Charters and experience some of the best offshore fishing the Florida Keys has to offer.
A 20-25% tips is customary for the crew for their hard work in getting the fish!
It is always better to go to the charter website @southernsonscharters for bookings and questions.
Southern Sons Charters is veteran owned and operated!!!!
Southern Sons Charters is a premier offshore fishing charter based in Marathon, Florida, in the heart of the Florida Keys. Led by experienced Captain Josh Cox, we specialize in delivering high-quality, action-packed fishing trips for anglers of all skill levels.
We offer 4, 6, 8, and 10-hour fishing charters targeting some of the most sought-after species in the Keys, including mahi-mahi (dolphin), tuna, grouper, snapper, and sailfish. Whether you're looking for deep sea offshore fishing, reef and wreck fishing, or a family-friendly day on the water, Southern Sons Charters provides a safe, professional, and memorable experience.
All trips include top-of-the-line fishing gear, bait, tackle, fuel, and fishing licenses, so you can focus on reeling in fish and enjoying your time on the water. Our charter is veteran-owned and known for exceptional customer service, local knowledge, and consistent results.
Conveniently located in Marathon, we serve visitors throughout the Florida Keys including Key Colony Beach, Duck Key, and Islamorada.
Book your Marathon Florida fishing charter today with Southern Sons Charters and experience some of the best offshore fishing the Florida Keys has to offer.
A 20-25% tips is customary for the crew for their hard work in getting the fish!
It is always better to go to the charter website @southernsonscharters for bookings and questions.
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Patrick Myers5.0VerifiedCapt Josh got us on the Mahi-Mahi
6 Hr Offshore on May 6, 2026 • 2 adultsWe wanted to catch so green fish and Capt Josh made it happen. Almost 3hrs no fish then 4 inside 30min followed by a 5th another 30min later. We chose to stop at 5 to save somr for others. Lol. Actually 5 was enough for our needs. I would recommend booking with Capt Josh and I'll do it again.
Garrett Carlton5.0VerifiedSouthern Son Charter
6 Hr Reef, Wreck and Bay on April 17, 2025 • 3 adultsWe are from Oregon and are normal fishing for Chinook Salmon. I had a blast with my wife and brother fishing and catching Mahi for our 1st time. We also caught Barracuda. Cptn Josh was professional and friendly. He takes good care of his boat. It is clean and comfortable. I highly recomend Southern Son Charters.
Ted LawsonRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat Afternoon with SouThern Sons!
6 Hr Reef, Wreck and Bay on October 15, 2024 • 2 adultsCaptain Josh was fantastic! From the super nice equipment to the fish. We were on Blackfin Tuna from the jump on the Hump. Caught fish all afternoon and landed our last tuna just as it was time to head back in. The boat ride in was relaxing and a great way to end the day with some good music to boot. We are already planning our return and next outing with Josh. Thank you for the Poke recipe. We were eating our fresh catch before the sun was down. And Go Vols!
Chad Berry5.0VerifiedFishing Charter Family Vacation 2024
4 Hr Offshore on July 2, 2024 • 6 adults • 1 childJosh, with Southern Son Charters, is an amazing captain. We enjoyed our first one so much we book another one the same week. He is very knowledgeable and our family had a lot of fun catching mahi mahi and yellowtail’s. We have been on a lot of charters and this truly was the best one ever. Our family still yells “FISH ON!!” Can’t wait to go back to Marathon next year. We will definitely be booking with Josh again!!
Chris Hartman5.0VerifiedGreat Trip!
6 Hr Reef, Wreck and Bay on March 12, 2025 • 3 adultsCaptain Josh and first mate Pops were fantastic! Took us to the hump where we caught some Blackfin Tuna and then did a deep drop. They showed us novice deep sea fishermen everything we needed to know to catch a bunch of fish! Highly recommend!!
James Hill5.0Full day with Captain Josh
8 Hr Full Day Trip on February 14, 2024From the time we got on the boat till the time the trip was over Captain Josh treated us like family. His boat and fishing equipment is top notch, and our day on the water felt like a dream. Every spot we fished, the bite was on!!! We been planning this trip for many years to the Florida Keys, and to go on a dream fishing trip, and Josh was the Captain that made it happen!!I
Roger Owens5.0VerifiedIncredible fishing trip with my three soms
6 Hr Reef, Wreck and Bay on November 28, 2024 • 4 adultsCaptain Josh was organized and ready. We went to cash fish and we did. We ate some tonight. I had three sons on the trip, 12, 31,33 and it was great. Captain Josh did an incredible job taking care of us with the vast age differences. Perfect fishing trip for a male bonding trip for us. We will be back. Josh was organized and professional.
Lindsay Hansen5.0VerifiedWe had an amazing morning with Captain Josh!!
4 Hr Offshore on March 20, 2024 • 4 adults • 2 childrenThe fish hid for most of our trip, but by son did end up catching dinner, which is what he set sail to do, so he was happy! The guys worked hard, got wet, and were AWESOME with the kids. We learned a lot, the conversation was fun, and everyone had a great time!! Would recommend 100% - will definitely book again when we return to the area!!
Matt BertaRepeat angler5.0VerifiedAwesome time
8 Hr Full Day Trip on December 14, 2024 • 5 adultsCaptianjosh is very good and fun to be with. Great experience and equipment. Caught lots of fish. Very nice boat and the 3 of us had a great time time. So good we booked another trip since we have free day. Highly recommend.
Ashley Gibson5.0Half Day Trip with Capt Josh
4 Hr Offshore Trolling on July 9, 2024We had the best afternoon with Capt. Josh. 100% would recommend booking with Southern Son Charters. He knew where to go and told us how to get the best fish. He also cleaned and filleted the fish we caught for us. Absolutely amazing day.
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We wanted to catch so green fish and Capt Josh made it happen. Almost 3hrs no fish then 4 inside 30min followed by a 5th another 30min later. We chose to stop at 5 to save somr for others. Lol. Actually 5 was enough for our needs. I would recommend booking with Capt Josh and I'll do it again.
It was a great day with a fellow Veteran, Chief 🤣🤣🤣🤣. Had to do it!!!! And fresh dinner too
We caught two mahi but werent able to get them on the actual boat. Captain Josh did everything he could to land us on more fish, but the company was great and experience was fun! Would recommend Captain Josh to anyone.
You guys were awesome to have onboard! I enjoyed the day!
Captain Josh got us on the yellow tail and everybody got a catch, even some that had never fished before. He was very patient in teaching us how to haul them in. We also had 1 in our party with some physical concerns and the captain was very accommodating and made sure everyone had a great time and was taken care of. Have already booked my next trip!
Thank you TJ for the review!!!! We're looking forward to Friday and of course GBO!!!!!
We were met by friendly crew and Capt. Josh. He explained everything to us and went over everything on the boat before we left. Once out on the water it was nothing but tight lines and awesome fishing for the rest of the day. Another plus was after a long day of fishing is that the crew cleaned and prepped the fish so I could just go home and start cooking an awesome dinner.100% recommend southern son. We will for sure be back to try snorkeling and a sunset cruise.
FAQs about Southern Sons Charters
- US $850 per group - 4 Hr Reef and Wreck (4 hours)
- US $1,000 per group - 4 Hr Offshore (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group - 6 Hr Offshore (6 hours)
- US $1,400 per group - 8 Hr Offshore (8 hours)
- US $1,600 per group - 10 Hr Offshore (10 hours)
- Air conditioning
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Snorkeling equipment
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Outriggers
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Live bait is included at no extra charge)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (No charge for cleaning and filleting fish)
- First mate (20-25% is customary. I have a 1st mate that fishes with me)
- Fishing license (All licensing is covered by the charter)
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (The distance varies)
- Light tackle
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Drift fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Sailfish
- Tuna (Blackfin)
- Wahoo
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