Ana Banana Fishing – 40' Luhrs Express 

4.7
(21 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Ocean View Avenue 1280, Marathon, FL 33050, United States

Ana Banana Fishing – 40' Luhrs Express 

Marathon, FL, United States
40 ft
6
4.7
(21 reviews)

Booked with us before? You may qualify for a Loyalty Discount. Sign in to check.

Hi, we are Ana Banana Fishing and this is our 40' Luhrs Express.

We like to take you catching and not just Fishing. Our goal is to have your rods spent and your drags screaming as much as possible. We maintain a no-fish-no-pay policy year-round. If you don't catch fish, you don't have to pay.

We have the finest fleet of boats in the Florida Keys. Our fishing equipment, rod reels, lever tackle all brand new and state-of-the-art. We even have electric reels if you want to go deep dropping.

Enjoy our remodeled 40' Luhrs Express luxury sport fishing yacht. Equipped with an air conditioning cabin, walk-in bathroom, leather couches, dining room with dining table, padded seats throughout shade in the front and back, fighting chairs, outriggers, downriggers, windless anchor repair, all safety equipment, GPS, fishfinder, and E Pirb.

Book your trip and join us an a great fishing adventure!

Hi, we are Ana Banana Fishing and this is our 40' Luhrs Express.

We like to take you catching and not just Fishing. Our goal is to have your rods spent and your drags screaming as much as possible. We maintain a no-fish-no-pay policy year-round. If you don't catch fish, you don't have to pay.

We have the finest fleet of boats in the Florida Keys. Our fishing equipment, rod reels, lever tackle all brand new and state-of-the-art. We even have electric reels if you want to go deep dropping.

Enjoy our remodeled 40' Luhrs Express luxury sport fishing yacht. Equipped with an air conditioning cabin, walk-in bathroom, leather couches, dining room with dining table, padded seats throughout shade in the front and back, fighting chairs, outriggers, downriggers, windless anchor repair, all safety equipment, GPS, fishfinder, and E Pirb.

Book your trip and join us an a great fishing adventure!

Ana Banana Fishing Company
Charter Operator
Ana Banana Fishing Company
27 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

Select date to see availability

Trip availability and prices

Trip date:
Group Size:
September 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Loading...
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Almost there...
4 Hour Trip
Non-refundable
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM)
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tarpon
+8
US $1,295
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip
Non-refundable
6 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tarpon
+8
US $1,595
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip
Just booked! Last booked: 2 hours ago
Non-refundable
8 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tarpon
+8
US $1,895
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip (AM)
Non-refundable
10 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tarpon
+8
US $2,295
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 5 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Loading...

Rating

4.7
21 reviews
4.6
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (37)

All reviews (21)

Frequently mentioned
Showing 15 of 21 reviews
Steven Waldner
Steven Waldner
us
South Dakota, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Epic 1-Day Fishing on the Ana Banana
10 Hour Trip (AM) on January 28, 20266 adults

We spent a full-day charter aboard the remodeled 40' Luhrs Express out of Marathon and had an outstanding trip. Captain Joel and his mates used live bait and state-of-the-art gear to keep us on fish, and their no-fish–no-pay policy gave us great confidence. The boat was comfortable and well-equipped — walk-in head, fighting chair, and plenty of cover from the wind — and the crew cleaned and bagged our catch at the dock. Friendly, professional, and highly recommended for anglers and families looking for a productive, comfortable day on the water.

David Lish
David Lish
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Made Great Memories
6 Hour Trip on July 21, 20266 adults

We enjoyed our fishing experience thr Ana Banana crew. This was our first time fishing in the ocean so we went with the reef/wreck option. We caught lots of fish. The crew was helpful and easy to work with. Aside from lots of snapper, we also reeled in a barracuda and a shark! My kids and I loved it!

Reported catch:
Yellowtail Snapper
Tarpon
Scott Fano
Scott Fano
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2020
11 trips
5.0
Verified
Windy Day Slam
6 Hour Trip - 2:00 PM on April 3, 20263 adults1 child

We came to fish! 20knot winds had 4 charters cancelled…. Ana Banna said “LETS GOOO” We are leaving today with a pile for the freezer. Joel and Shawn were everything you would hope for a Charter Capt. and Mate. I think we hooked into just about every species in the gulf. Had a blast!!

Reported catch:
Red Grouper
Yellowtail Snapper
Michael Rubenstein
Michael Rubenstein
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
4.7
Verified
Mahi slayer!
8 Hour Trip on July 8, 20262 adults1 child

Went for an offshore trip and absolutely crushed the mahi. All keepers - probably a dozen maybe more. Captain Joel and first mate Roger did an amazing job keeping the boat steady in pretty decent seas and kept us on the fish all day. Will definitely return

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Ana Banana Fishing Company
Response from Charter operator

thanks

James Boone Reed
James Boone Reed
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2026
4.3
Verified
Great Day for my friends and son
8 Hour Trip on April 7, 20266 adults

I had originally booked with Ana Banana, but he called me Monday night to say he had major engine failure the day before. Instead of canceling, he hooked me up with another fisher. that guy, Captain Richard, got my party right on the Black fin Tuna and then got us on for Mahi. Best trip I have every had. Thanks

FAQs about Ana Banana Fishing – 40' Luhrs Express

Ana Banana Fishing – 40' Luhrs Express offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,295 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $1,295 per group - 4 Hour Trip - 10:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,295 per group - 4 Hour Trip - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,595 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,595 per group - 6 Hour Trip - 2:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,895 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,895 per group - 8 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM (8 hours)
  • US $2,295 per group - 10 Hour Trip (AM) (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Ana Banana Fishing – 40' Luhrs Express, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Spearfishing equipment
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Ana Banana Fishing – 40' Luhrs Express include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Ana Banana Fishing – 40' Luhrs Express offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Ana Banana Fishing – 40' Luhrs Express offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Bowfishing
  • Handline
  • Spearfishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Ana Banana Fishing – 40' Luhrs Express include:
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Hogfish
  • Jack (African Pompano)
  • Lobster
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Tarpon
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Ana Banana Fishing Company
Ana Banana Fishing Company

Marathon, Florida, United States

2 Fishing Reports
420 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2015

Captain Joel is on the water 300 days per year, and he loves every minute of it. This very experienced captain is a third-generation fishing captain in his family. He's a native of Florida and has traveled the world over for fish. He used to be in the death care industry for almost 20 years and focused on childhood grief issues and grief counseling. He's also a co-creator of two published kids' books. Captain Joel loves acquainting his guests with the most epic fish, which he believes are exactly where he is from – the Gulf of America and Atlantic Ocean!

Ana Banana Fishing Company
Ana Banana Fishing Company
2
reports
420
reviews
2015
member since
~1h
response
Captain Joel is on the water 300 days per year, and he loves every minute of it. This very experienced captain is a third-generation fishing captain in his family. He's a native of Florida and has traveled the world over for fish. He used to be in the death care industry for almost 20 years and focused on childhood grief issues and grief counseling. He's also a co-creator of two published kids' books. Captain Joel loves acquainting his guests with the most epic fish, which he believes are exactly where he is from – the Gulf of America and Atlantic Ocean!

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Hogfish
Hogfish
African Pompano Jack
African Pompano Jack
Lobster
Lobster
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Tarpon
Tarpon
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Hogfish
Hogfish

Real catches by this captain

  • we had a blast
    Todd M.
    Todd M.
  • Mahi slayer!
    Michael R.
    Michael R.
  • Windy Day Slam
    Scott F.
    Scott F.
  • GREAT TRIP !
    Dawid B.
    Dawid B.
  • Everything we could’ve asked for and more.
    Kristie W.
    Kristie W.
  • Epic Day with Ana Banana
    Benjamin G.
    Benjamin G.
  • Made all the right calls!!!
    Andrew B.
    Andrew B.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
40 ft
Year built
2022
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Luhrs
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats 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
Bowfishing
Handline
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Spearfishing equipment
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

More details

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
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

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

 PayPal

 Checks

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Marathon right now

CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black)Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
HogfishHogfish
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Snapper (Yellowtail)Snapper (Yellowtail)
TarponTarpon
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
WahooWahoo

Compare similar fishing charters

Current
Ana Banana Fishing – 40' Luhrs Express
Ana Banana Fishing – 40' Luhrs Express
State licensed
4.7
(21)
40 ft
Group size 1 - 6
1 - 6
Fish 1
Fish 2
+10
4 hour trip • 6 persons
US $1,295