Island Vibe Family Charters
+25There’s fish with your family’s name on it in Clearwater, and Island Vibe Family Charters will help you catch it!
Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Redfish, Snook, Spotted Seatrout, Tarpon, Mangrove Snapper, Gag Grouper, and anything else that bites.
Capt. Mikey is a clearwater born and raised local with the most experience on the water possible.
Up for a family trip? This is a children-friendly business, so bring your loved ones to share these memories with.
You’ll be dropping lines from a 23’ Dorado bay boat that can carry up to 5 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run with out. Powered by a new 200hp Suzuki motor.
When it comes to rods, reels, and terminal tackle, everything you need is included in the price. Capt. Mikey will supply all the needed fishing licenses for your trip.
You'll be able to keep any legal species you catch or if you decide to release the fish we are always happy too!
Now, time to hit the water with Island Vibe Family Charters!
Captain
Michael Joseph
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Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
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Recommend this charter
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Caught fish
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Fantastic trip for out-of-towners
2 Hour Trip (AM) on March 31, 2025
My wife and I went on a 2 hour inshore fishing trip with Captain Mike while visiting Florida for a long weekend. Captain Mike absolutely knows how to put you on fish quickly. Within the first few minutes my wife was reeling in a grouper! We caught a total of 7 fish in the 2 hours and missed one that we will never know what it was. Money well spent! Captain Mike is a very knowledgeable fisherman who understands the patterns and techniques needed to put fish in the boat. Super friendly. Very nice boat. A real five star experience. We would absolutely recommend Captain Mike to others and would not hesitate to reach out to him again if we return. Thanks Mike!
My wife and I went on a 2 hour inshore fishing trip with Captain Mike while visiting Florida for a long weekend. Captain Mike absolutely knows how to put you on fish quickly. Within the first few minutes my wife was reeling in a grouper! We caught a total of 7 fish in the 2 hours and missed one that we will never know what it was. Money well spent! Captain Mike is a very knowledgeable fisherman who understands the patterns and techniques needed to put fish in the boat. Super friendly. Very nice...
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Amazing Trip With Captain Mike
4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 23, 2024
This was my second trip with Captain Mikey with my 7 year old son and we had an absolute blast! Mikey took us on outshore on a half-day trip and put us right on the fish. He and Josh were extremely helpful with baiting and tying hooks, offering advice on how to handle certain species like grouper, and helping with my son. We must have caught a dozen different species of fish in that spot, including a few sand sharks (pretty neat for a Midwesterner). Captain Mikey was also extremely flexible as my 5 year old daughter wanted to come with us for a little bit, so we fished the intercoastal for about an hour and then dropped her back off before we headed outshore. Overall, I couldn't recommend Captain Mikey and Josh enough, especially if you have young kids who like to fish. They're both very friendly and patient and provided us with a fun experience!
This was my second trip with Captain Mikey with my 7 year old son and we had an absolute blast! Mikey took us on outshore on a half-day trip and put us right on the fish. He and Josh were extremely helpful with baiting and tying hooks, offering advice on how to handle certain species like grouper, and helping with my son. We must have caught a dozen different species of fish in that spot, including a few sand sharks (pretty neat for a Midwesterner). Captain Mikey was also extremely flexible...
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He is amazing with children as well as adults!
2 Hour Trip – Kids (AM) on April 18, 2025
Captain Mikey was such an amazing and energetic captain! He was very attentive to everyone’s needs, even before they arose! He was very knowledgeable about where the fish were biting at that time, and what bait was best! He was calm and caring with my young children! He made me feel very safe and cared for while on the trip! As a single momma with 3 children, that was a huge relief! Highly recommend!!!!
Captain Mikey was such an amazing and energetic captain! He was very attentive to everyone’s needs, even before they arose! He was very knowledgeable about where the fish were biting at that time, and what bait was best! He was calm and caring with my young children! He made me feel very safe and cared for while on the trip! As a single momma with 3 children, that was a huge relief! Highly recommend!!!!
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Best Pirate in the Bay!!!!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on April 18, 2025
we said we wanted to catch fish r can eat and a shark and that’s what we caught. My family had an absolute blast with Captain Mike and can’t wait to book him for next years trip!
we said we wanted to catch fish r can eat and a shark and that’s what we caught. My family had an absolute blast with Captain Mike and can’t wait to book him for next years trip!
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Great time!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on April 12, 2025
A storm rolled through the night before changing water temperatures on us. Captain Mike worked his butt off trying to get us fish. We ended up with 3 fish for a late dinner!
A storm rolled through the night before changing water temperatures on us. Captain Mike worked his butt off trying to get us fish. We ended up with 3 fish for a late dinner!
FAQs about Island Vibe Family Charters
What are the trip rates for Island Vibe Family Charters?
Island Vibe Family Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Kids (AM) (2 hours)
- US $350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Kids (PM) (2 hours)
- US $350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Trip (AM) (2 hours)
- US $350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Trip (PM) (2 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 hr night fishing (4 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Island Vibe Family Charters?
When you book a trip with Island Vibe Family Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Flybridge
- Live Bait Well
- Multimedia System
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Island Vibe Family Charters?
Trips booked with Island Vibe Family Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Drinks
- First Mate
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Island Vibe Family Charters offer?
Island Vibe Family Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
- Flats Fishing
What fishing techniques does Island Vibe Family Charters offer?
Island Vibe Family Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Spinning
Which fish species can I catch with Island Vibe Family Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Island Vibe Family Charters include:
- Cobia
- Flounder
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Red)
- Hogfish
- Redfish
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Shark (Bull)
- Snapper (Lane)
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Mutton)
- Snook
Meet your captain
Clearwater, Florida, United States
Welcome to Island Time Charters! Capt. Mikey Joseph is a U.S. Coast Guard-licensed Florida fishing captain. Join him for an unforgettable experience targeting Redfish and Snook on the flats, Snapper on our nearshore reefs, and Tarpon at one of our many hotspots. We offer fishing charters for all skill levels, whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned angler. We cater to all.
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Spinning
What's on board
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
First Mate
Fishing License
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.
Listing policies
Pickup included in price
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How to 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
PayPal
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Clearwater right now
Cobia
Flounder
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Mutton)
Snook