Hooligan Sportfishing 

 Overseas Highway 74580, Islamorada, FL 33036, United States
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Hooligan Sportfishing is a premier guide service dedicated to delivering unforgettable backcountry fishing experiences in the beautiful waters of the Florida Keys. Whether you're casting a fly on shallow flats, drifting live bait for elusive Tarpon, or poling through mangrove creeks in search of snook and redfish, we offer a wide range of techniques tailored to your preferences and skill level. Our custom fishing platform is designed for performance and comfort, and we equip every trip with top-of-the-line gear to ensure you’re set up for success.

At the helm is Captain Sal Gozzo, a seasoned guide with over 35 years of charter fishing experience across three states—New Jersey, North Carolina, and Florida. His deep knowledge of the water, patient teaching style, and passion for the sport make him a trusted professional for anglers of all backgrounds. From first-timers to seasoned pros, every guest receives personalized attention and expert guidance.

We also take great pride in offering family-friendly charters, especially for young anglers just getting started. There's nothing quite like seeing a child hook their first fish, and we love being part of those lifelong memories. When you book with Hooligan Sportfishing, you’re not just going fishing—you’re joining a tradition of fun, learning, and connection on the water.

Sal Gozzo

Captain

Sal Gozzo

33 years of experience
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Child Friendly
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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4 Hour Trip – Backcountry (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip – Backcountry (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip – Backcountry
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
8 Hour Trip – Backcountry
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 3 people

FAQs about Hooligan Sportfishing

What are the trip rates for Hooligan Sportfishing?

Hooligan Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Backcountry (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Backcountry (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Backcountry (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Backcountry (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Hooligan Sportfishing?

When you book a trip with Hooligan Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
What's included in the trip price with Hooligan Sportfishing?

Trips booked with Hooligan Sportfishing include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License
  • Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does Hooligan Sportfishing offer?

Hooligan Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:

  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Hooligan Sportfishing offer?

Hooligan Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Hooligan Sportfishing?

Top targeted fish species with Hooligan Sportfishing include:

  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonefish
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Permit
  • Pompano
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Sal Gozzo

Islamorada, Florida, United States

5 Fishing Reports
203 Customer reviews
Member since February 2021

Started catching Sunnys in a local pond in New Jersey and my Passion grew from there. I have fished hard in the inshore and offshore waters of New Jersey, North Carolina and now fulltime in Islamorada "The Sport Fishing Capital of the World! Our specialty is offshore but we are game for any of your Fishing desires! We will also help you with any of your Family Fun on the water Adventures.

Our Team
Danny G.

Danny G.

Captain

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Bonefish
Bonefish
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Permit
Pompano
Pompano
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2025
Boat manufacturer
Beavertail
Boat type
Flats boat

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing

Flats Fishing

Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Spinning

Jigging

Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Drinks

Fishing License

Fly Fishing Equipment

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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

No Alcohol

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

 Bank Transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Islamorada right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
BonefishBonefish
Grouper (Goliath)Grouper (Goliath)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
PermitPermit
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
TarponTarpon