On The Reel Charters
+6If you’re ready to love fishing in Islamorada, book a trip with On The Reel Charters. With Captain Richard at the helm, you’re in knowledgeable and experienced hands.
Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Black Grouper, Blue Marlin, African Pompano Jack, Wahoo, Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Mutton Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Amberjack, Yellowtail Snapper, Cero Mackerel, Blackfin Tuna, and plenty more. During the trip, you might be spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Richard can also have you kite fishing.
Looking to get the whole family outdoors? 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. You’re welcome to bring snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!
You’ll find yourself aboard a 35’ SeaVee center console that can carry up to 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers and all the essentials. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Richard will supply 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.
You’ll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.
Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain.
It’s never a bad idea to bring a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Your trip with On The Reel Charters is just a click away, so why not make it happen?
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On The Reel Charters
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+1Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
75%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
83%
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FINALLY!
Special 8 hour trip for Chris Mccain on May 28, 2025
My family had done 4 charters in Key Largo over the past few years. All of them were a complete bust. On The Reel put us on spots where we got enough fish to eat fish for days!!
My family had done 4 charters in Key Largo over the past few years. All of them were a complete bust. On The Reel put us on spots where we got enough fish to eat fish for days!!
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Captain Rich is amazing
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 9, 2024
We were determined to catch fish and Captain Rich did EVERYTHING to make that happen. Would recommend him!
We were determined to catch fish and Captain Rich did EVERYTHING to make that happen. Would recommend him!
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Great Fishing
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 16, 2024
Captain was awesome, we caught Mahi, Tuna and Grouper in the same trip.
Captain was awesome, we caught Mahi, Tuna and Grouper in the same trip.
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Great Captain and boat.
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 20, 2024
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Fishing with Rich
Shark trip on April 8, 2025
FAQs about On The Reel Charters
What are the trip rates for On The Reel Charters?
On The Reel Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $700 per group - Sand bar fun and sun (4 hours)
- US $1,150 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $1,150 per group - Shark trip (4 hours)
- US $1,500 per group - Go fish then go party sandbar style (6 hours)
- US $1,600 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
- US $1,900 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with On The Reel Charters?
When you book a trip with On The Reel Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Multimedia System
- Outriggers
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with On The Reel Charters?
Trips booked with On The Reel Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First Mate
- Fishing License
- Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does On The Reel Charters offer?
On The Reel Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does On The Reel Charters offer?
On The Reel Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Fly Fishing
- Drift Fishing
- Kite Fishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with On The Reel Charters?
Top targeted fish species with On The Reel Charters include:
- Amberjack
- Cero Mackerel
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Black)
- Jack (African Pompano)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Snapper (Mutton)
- Snapper (Yellowtail)
- Tuna (Blackfin)
- Tuna (Skipjack)
- Wahoo
Your operator
Islamorada, Florida, United States
Benefit from Capt. Richard's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Islamorada. Using bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, fly fishing, and other techniques, you'll have a chance to catch African Pompano Jack, Mahi Mahi, Skipjack,Tuna,marlin,king fish,permit,spaper,grouper,tarpon and sharks. For special requests let me know in advance thank you. Capt. Rich
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Outriggers
Ice Box
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Fishing License
Fly Fishing Equipment
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.
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
You Keep Catch
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
Bank Transfer
What’s biting in Islamorada right now
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black)
Marlin (Blue)
Snapper (Mutton)
Snapper (Yellowtail)
Tuna (Blackfin)
Wahoo