Capt. Conch Charters – Capt. Conch 

4.6
(188 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 1801 North Roosevelt Boulevard, Key West, FL 33040, United States–

Capt. Conch Charters – Capt. Conch 

Key West, FL, United States
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40 ft
6
4.6
(188 reviews)

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Capt. Conch Charters has been in business since 1994. Some of our crew members have over 30 years of experience. Some were born and raised in Key West. Our charter company is very versitile. We can guide you through most of the fishing techniques done in these bountiful waters.

It is very rare for the crew to go out fishing and come back empty-handed. Fortunately for them, they consider themselves the jacks of all trades of the fishing world and if one fish isn't biting they can generally go and target one that is. Their versatility allows them to be one of the top fish producers in Key West.

The crew members do not only pride themselves on being expert fishermen, but also great entertainers. They cannot promise that you will catch hundreds of fish (who can?), but they can promise that they will put 110 percent into showing you a good time.

You will be fishing aboard a roomy 40' offshore sportfishing Key West built boat. It features 4 fighting chairs, a dry salon area, a restroom, and an area up top where you can hang with the captain and listen to his fish stories. Don't worry if you don't know a lot about fishing – the crew is happy to cater to people who have never fished before.

All the fishing equipment you'll need will be provided for you, as well as live bait for the best bite. Target species include Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish, Marlin, Amberjack, Barracuda, Cobia, Grouper, and Mackerel. If you want to prepare a nice meal back home, the crew will be happy to clean and fillet your fish for your convenience.

Come on down and let Capt. Conch Charters to entertain you, not only with their expertise but also with their local knowledge of all things Key West!

Capt. Conch Charters has been in business since 1994. Some of our crew members have over 30 years of experience. Some were born and raised in Key West. Our charter company is very versitile. We can guide you through most of the fishing techniques done in these bountiful waters.

It is very rare for the crew to go out fishing and come back empty-handed. Fortunately for them, they consider themselves the jacks of all trades of the fishing world and if one fish isn't biting they can generally go and target one that is. Their versatility allows them to be one of the top fish producers in Key West.

The crew members do not only pride themselves on being expert fishermen, but also great entertainers. They cannot promise that you will catch hundreds of fish (who can?), but they can promise that they will put 110 percent into showing you a good time.

You will be fishing aboard a roomy 40' offshore sportfishing Key West built boat. It features 4 fighting chairs, a dry salon area, a restroom, and an area up top where you can hang with the captain and listen to his fish stories. Don't worry if you don't know a lot about fishing – the crew is happy to cater to people who have never fished before.

All the fishing equipment you'll need will be provided for you, as well as live bait for the best bite. Target species include Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish, Marlin, Amberjack, Barracuda, Cobia, Grouper, and Mackerel. If you want to prepare a nice meal back home, the crew will be happy to clean and fillet your fish for your convenience.

Come on down and let Capt. Conch Charters to entertain you, not only with their expertise but also with their local knowledge of all things Key West!

Capt. Conch Charters
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Half Day Trip – Shared
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
US $400
Shared tour: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip – Shared
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $500
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Trip – Private
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
+8
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Private
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

4.6
188 reviews
4.5
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (166)

What anglers say

89%
Great experience
84%
Family friendly
95%
Friendly captain
96%
Good boat
91%
Recommended
83%
Caught fish

All reviews (188)

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Bill Buchmann
Bill Buchmann
Repeat angler
us
New York, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Captain & Mate CJ
Half Day Trip – Shared - 1:00 PM on September 22, 2026 • 1 adult

i did a September trip off season-NP i caught one blackfin Tuna and the other 3 caught some yellow tail 4 hour trip was perfect originally scheduled for Tuesday but needed to be Thursday- NP i don’t understand how 2 out of 4 of us didn’t tip the mate HORRIBLE The 2 were complaining before we started Anyway, 2 stupid fisherman shouldn’t ruin it Take care of the mate 20 percent tip is low to what he deserves Captain Gil was always it touch ahead of time Definitely recommend

Reported catch:
Blackfin Tuna
Eve Purge
Eve Purge
ee
Estonia
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Lot’s of fun with Captain Steve and Wahoo Will
3/4 Day Trip – Shared on August 23, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child

We joined two trips with Captain Steve and Wahoo Will, and both were fantastic. We caught tuna on the first day and six mahi mahi on the second! Beyond the great fishing, what really stood out was Captain Steve's friendly personality and the interesting information he shared throughout the trip. Wahoo Will was nonstop from start to finish, hardworking, attentive, and always ready to help. A perfect Key West fishing experience. We’ll sure fish with them again!

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blackfin Tuna
Chad Ferguson
Chad Ferguson
Repeat angler
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2021
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Conchenstein
3/4 Day Trip – Shared on May 6, 2026 • 4 adults

We had an awesome 6 hour charter fishing trip aboard the Conchenstein with Capt. Ron and Roscoe. The water was calm, the fishing was great, and we landed a 36 inch barracuda along with some mackerel and several other types of fish. The crew treated us very well from start to finish and were informative, friendly, and clearly experienced. They worked hard to keep us on fish and made the entire trip enjoyable for everyone. Overall, it was a fantastic charter experience and we would absolutely recommend Capt. Ron and Roscoe to anyone looking to fish in the Keys.

Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Lewis Milnes
Lewis Milnes
Repeat angler
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2023
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great seat on 6 hour shared charter!
3/4 Day Trip – Shared on December 29, 2025 • 1 adult

Went out with Capt. Petey and Roscoe on the 29th Dec. We started out trolling inside the reef and caught a great amount of Spanish and Cero mackerel. Once we'd filled the cooler we headed outside the reef to slow troll for hopefully some snapper and grouper. We had a couple mutton just shy of keeper and some more mackerel. All in all a great charter, Roscoe didn't stop the whole trip, constantly working the rods and baiting up, we didn't have to do a thing except enjoy catching fish. Would definitely book again, and recommend to others!

Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Arthur Kling
Arthur Kling
Repeat angler
us
Iowa, US
Member since 2024
7 trips
4.7
Verified
irish cowboy
3/4 Day Trip – Shared on May 14, 2026 • 2 adults

went out on a full day fishing and landed a couple large amberjacks known as reef donkeys.they will wear your arms out and test your will.the first mate was very good and kept the lines clean of sargasm or seaweed that was making his day long but he never gave up and had fishing skills that he used that i have never seen before and he was relentless to get the fish on for us to wear our arms out. i am sorry that i forgot the first mates name but i highly recommend him.

FAQs about Capt. Conch Charters – Capt. Conch

Capt. Conch Charters – Capt. Conch offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $200 per person - Half Day Trip – Shared (4 hours)
  • US $200 per person - Half Day Trip – Shared - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $250 per person - 3/4 Day Trip – Shared (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Half Day Trip – Private (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Half Day Trip – Private - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Private (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Capt. Conch Charters – Capt. Conch, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet You use our restroom by going to a separate part of the boat and closing the door behind you
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Capt. Conch Charters – Capt. Conch include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Since your meats are working for tips, it would be delighted to fillet your fish for you. They may even recommend a good restaurant for you to take them to to have)
  • Drinks (Water)
  • First mate (Our mates are just like waiters at a restaurant depending on your type of service is 15 to 20% is customary)
  • Fishing license (Florida State Fishing license is included for the day on one of our trips)
Capt. Conch Charters – Capt. Conch offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Our Reef is only 5 miles at the nearest spot, so you will be going at least there, depending on the time of year and what your target pieces is)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Capt. Conch Charters – Capt. Conch offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Capt. Conch Charters – Capt. Conch include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Tarpon
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Capt. Conch Charters
Capt. Conch Charters
Key West, Florida, United States
19 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
565 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2016
I was born and raised in Key West, and started fishing with my grandfather at the tender age of 8 years old. My grandfather taught me how to fish, and instilled in me a great love and respect for the ocean. As I grew I knew that this is what I wanted to do with my life. As soon as I was able to shake my parents notion that one day I would head off to college, I began to fish in earnest. I started in the commercial industry trapping, diving, and hand lining. Though I enjoyed that life immensely I also enjoy showing people a good time, and showing off my craft. which led me into the charter boat industry. I went from first mate to owner of 4 charter boats at historical charterboat row. I have learned from the best in the industry, and have passed my knowledge onto my crews. I believe that all fishermen are show offs. They know that it is not easy to go fishing and actually catch fish, and that's what they do. Come on out and hang with our showoffs, I promise you will be entertained.
Capt. Conch Charters
Capt. Conch Charters
Fully verified
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565
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2016
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I was born and raised in Key West, and started fishing with my grandfather at the tender age of 8 years old. My grandfather taught me how to fish, and instilled in me a great love and respect for the ocean. As I grew I knew that this is what I wanted to do with my life. As soon as I was able to shake my parents notion that one day I would head off to college, I began to fish in earnest. I started in the commercial industry trapping, diving, and hand lining. Though I enjoyed that life immensely I also enjoy showing people a good time, and showing off my craft. which led me into the charter boat industry. I went from first mate to owner of 4 charter boats at historical charterboat row. I have learned from the best in the industry, and have passed my knowledge onto my crews. I believe that all fishermen are show offs. They know that it is not easy to go fishing and actually catch fish, and that's what they do. Come on out and hang with our showoffs, I promise you will be entertained.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Tarpon
Tarpon
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Mahi Mahi alongside several others at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Eve P.
    Eve P.
    We joined two trips with Captain Steve and Wahoo Will, and both were fantastic. We caught tuna on the first day and six mahi mahi on the second! Beyond the great fishing, what really stood out was Captain Steve's friendly personality and the interesting information he shared throughout the trip. Wahoo Will was nonstop from start to finish, hardworking, attentive, and always ready to help. A perfect Key West fishing experience. We’ll sure fish with them again!
  • A proud angler joyfully holding a large Mahi Mahi at the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Rich L.
    Rich L.
    My wife and I couldn’t have been more happy with our trip today! The Captain and his mate were extremely friendly and helpful! Thanks again for an awesome day!
  • Angler reeling in a fish while fishing offshore, showcasing the excitement of the catch.
    Fish 1
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Stephan P.
    Stephan P.
    My 16-year-old son and I were really looking forward to today's 6-hour fishing trip. ​The Positives: The crew was genuinely great, and the boat and ride out on the water were totally fine. ​The Costs: The base price was $500 for two people. However, right as we boarded, we were told that a tip of at least 20% ($50 per person) was expected. In the end, the total cost for two people came out to $600. ​The Fishing (Main Issue): Unfortunately, the fishing method did not meet our expectations. It was strictly trolling: the crew set out the rods, and we only got to reel them in whenever a fish bit. We weren't allowed to cast our own lines or fish actively. ​This became quite boring, especially for my son – over the entire 6 hours, each of us only reeled in two fish. For a steep price of $600, we had hoped for much more hands-on activity. ​Conclusion: Had we known beforehand that this would be a passive style of fishing where we couldn't cast ourselves, we would not have booked this tour. For families and teenagers looking to actually do something, we would rather recommend a party boat where you can do a lot more on your own – even if the fish might be smaller.
  • Hooked fish swimming alongside a fishing boat during an active angling moment, with a gloved arm guiding the line.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Lemon Shark
    Robert J.
    Robert J.
    The guys on the councinstien were great had a good time.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Barracuda while fishing on a boat in clear waters.
    Fish 1
    Great Barracuda
    Tracy L.
    Tracy L.
    Originally just wanted to get out on the ocean and get away from the seaweed, but we caught a bunch of yellowtail and had the best time doing it. Then they told us where to take it after for some amazing fish tacos!
  • A variety of freshly caught fish, including Snapper and Grouper, displayed on a fillet table at the dock.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Mutton Snapper
    Nina S.
    Nina S.
    its a small group so you dont have to wait for help/attention like on bigger vessels. the crew was knowledgeable, funny, and had great attitudes. conditions out werent great outside but they still found a way to get us some good catches.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Amberjack at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Arthur K.
    Arthur K.
    went out on a full day fishing and landed a couple large amberjacks known as reef donkeys.they will wear your arms out and test your will.the first mate was very good and kept the lines clean of sargasm or seaweed that was making his day long but he never gave up and had fishing skills that he used that i have never seen before and he was relentless to get the fish on for us to wear our arms out. i am sorry that i forgot the first mates name but i highly recommend him.
  • A Barracuda laid out on a dock, showcasing the catch after a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Great Barracuda
    Chad F.
    Chad F.
    We had an awesome 6 hour charter fishing trip aboard the Conchenstein with Capt. Ron and Roscoe. The water was calm, the fishing was great, and we landed a 36 inch barracuda along with some mackerel and several other types of fish. The crew treated us very well from start to finish and were informative, friendly, and clearly experienced. They worked hard to keep us on fish and made the entire trip enjoyable for everyone. Overall, it was a fantastic charter experience and we would absolutely recommend Capt. Ron and Roscoe to anyone looking to fish in the Keys.
  • Two anglers engaged in an exciting fishing moment, reeling in a fish while out on the open water.
    Fish 1
    Jack Crevalle
    Spencer S.
    Spencer S.
    This team will do everything humanly possible to put you on fish. We didnt get many fish due to the weather and recent storms, but thats not for lack of effort. I look forward to my next trip to the keys so I can get another chance at a Mahi!
  • A variety of fish including Mahi Mahi and Tuna laid out on a dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Leanne C.
    Leanne C.
    Capt. Craig and Rosco were amazing. Would recommend to anyone wanting to try deep sea fishing.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
40 ft
Year built
1988
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Key West Custom Built
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
1 x 375HP
Max cruising speed
15 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
You use our restroom by going to a separate part of the boat and closing the door behind you
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Outriggers
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Since your meats are working for tips, it would be delighted to fillet your fish for you. They may even recommend a good restaurant for you to take them to to have
Drinks
Water
First mate
Our mates are just like waiters at a restaurant depending on your type of service is 15 to 20% is customary
Fishing license
Florida State Fishing license is included for the day on one of our trips

How cancellations work

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Key West right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Goliath)Grouper (Goliath)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)Marlin (White)
SailfishSailfish
TarponTarpon
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
WahooWahoo

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