RideOut Charters
+11RideOut with us and fish the beautiful waters of the Florida Keys and Key West! Top notch wreck, reef, offshore and inshore fishing with captain Nick Collins.
These waters are known for Mutton Snapper, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Amberjack, Yellowtail Snapper, Black Grouper, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Snowy Grouper, Wahoo, Blackfin Tuna, Tarpon, and more – with any luck, you’ll hook into a few! During the trip you might be spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Nick also offers kite fishing when the conditions are right.
Planning a family adventure? 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. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks!
You’ll be dropping lines from a 28’ Center console that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself. The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time!
It’s always wise to bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), and whatever food and drinks you would like to bring. Water will be provided along with a cooler with ice.
Now’s the time to experience fishing in Key West for yourself, with RideOut Charters!
Captain
Nick Collins
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+44Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
100%
- Captain Nick provides attentive, personalized service by baiting hooks, removing fish, and ensuring every guest—including children—receives expert guidance throughout the trip.
- Guests regularly catch up to 50 fish per outing, with trips often resulting in limits on targeted species like Mangrove Snapper and multiple keeper fish for take-home.
- The charter operates a clean, comfortable vessel with quality fishing gear, creating a safe and enjoyable environment for families and serious anglers alike.
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Great day of fishing
6 Hour Trip on August 2, 2025
Captain Nick did a great job for us. We limited out on Mangrove Snapper and missed a few nice Grouper on the trip. He worked hard throughout the trip and was very attentive. Clean boat and equipment. If you’re looking for a charter in Key West be sure to give RideOut Charters a shot you won’t be disappointed!
Captain Nick did a great job for us. We limited out on Mangrove Snapper and missed a few nice Grouper on the trip. He worked hard throughout the trip and was very attentive. Clean boat and equipment. If you’re looking for a charter in Key West be sure to give RideOut Charters a shot you won’t be disappointed!
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Best Guide and exceptional experience
4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 9, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an incredible experience with Captain Nick! He is not only an excellent fisherman but also very considerate and thoughtful. Our family caught a fantastic number of fish, but what made the trip truly special was Nick's warm temperament, dedication, and professionalism. He made us feel comfortable and excited throughout the entire journey. We will definitely be booking with Captain Nick again for another adventure!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an incredible experience with Captain Nick! He is not only an excellent fisherman but also very considerate and thoughtful. Our family caught a fantastic number of fish, but what made the trip truly special was Nick's warm temperament, dedication, and professionalism. He made us feel comfortable and excited throughout the entire journey. We will definitely be booking with Captain Nick again for another adventure!
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Captain Nick = Fish
4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 30, 2025
Captain Nick was awesome! We told him we wanted to catch fish and that’s what we did! He is very knowledgeable about the key west waters and we felt very comfortable on his boat. He had nice equipment and baited our hooks as fast as he could. I would recommend Captain Nick to both beginners and experienced fishermen/fisherwomen. Thanks for a great day…we will be back!
Captain Nick was awesome! We told him we wanted to catch fish and that’s what we did! He is very knowledgeable about the key west waters and we felt very comfortable on his boat. He had nice equipment and baited our hooks as fast as he could. I would recommend Captain Nick to both beginners and experienced fishermen/fisherwomen. Thanks for a great day…we will be back!
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Great trip with Captain Nick
6 Hour Trip on August 8, 2025
Our family had a great time fishing with Captain Nick. Our 6 and 8 year old kids were put on good fish Nick was super accommodating. Highly recommend - will book again!
Our family had a great time fishing with Captain Nick. Our 6 and 8 year old kids were put on good fish Nick was super accommodating. Highly recommend - will book again!
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Great 4 hr trip
4 Hour Trip (PM) on August 7, 2025
We had a great time with Capitán Nick . We caught snapper and mahi mahi. All within 15 miles from shore. The boat is running great center console with high fisheability .
We had a great time with Capitán Nick . We caught snapper and mahi mahi. All within 15 miles from shore. The boat is running great center console with high fisheability .
FAQs about RideOut Charters
What are the trip rates for RideOut Charters?
RideOut Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $700 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore (3 hours)
- US $900 per group - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $900 per group - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
- US $1,600 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with RideOut Charters?
When you book a trip with RideOut Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet enclosed WC
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
What's included in the trip price with RideOut Charters?
Trips booked with RideOut Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait (i like to always have live bait if i feel it is needed and i feel its a very important part of a successful fishing day )
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (filleting is included in the trip and i will have bags and ice for you)
- Drinks (ice and water will be provided anything other than that you are welcome to bring)
- Fishing License (they are included in the trip)
What types of fishing does RideOut Charters offer?
RideOut Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing (depending on the trip we will go up to 60 miles)
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does RideOut Charters offer?
RideOut Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift Fishing
- Kite Fishing
- Bowfishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with RideOut Charters?
Top targeted fish species with RideOut Charters include:
- Amberjack
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Black)
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Red)
- Grouper (Snowy)
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Mutton)
- Snapper (Yellowtail)
- Tarpon
- Tuna (Blackfin)
- Wahoo
Your captain
Key West, Florida, United States
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Operating a 28’ WhiteWater Center console, Capt. Nick ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Key West, Florida. This area is known for Mutton Snapper, Blackfin Tuna and Black Grouper and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, or other techniques. For special requests, such as kite fishing, message Capt. Nick.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
depending on the trip we will go up to 60 miles
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Bowfishing
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
enclosed WC
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
i like to always have live bait if i feel it is needed and i feel its a very important part of a successful fishing day
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
filleting is included in the trip and i will have bags and ice for you
Drinks
ice and water will be provided anything other than that you are welcome to bring
Fishing License
they are included in the trip
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
we always invite family and accommodate accordinly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Key West right now
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)
Sailfish
Snapper (Mutton)
Snapper (Yellowtail)
Tarpon
Tuna (Blackfin)
Wahoo