Glades & Bay Charters – Big Pine Key 

5.0/5 (2 reviews)
 33767 Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway, Big Pine Key, FL 33043, United States

Glades & Bay Charters – Big Pine Key 

Big Pine Key, FL, United States
18 ft
2
5.0/5 (2 reviews)

Spend the day with Glades & Bay Charters and see what's biting in Big Pine Key! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Stephan knows them forwards and back.

Down in the Lower Keys, far from the crowds, Big Pine Key offers one of the most laid-back yet action-packed inshore fisheries in Florida.

If you're looking to chase tailing Bonefish, stalk trophy Tarpon in crystal-clear shallows, or hunt elusive Permit across the flats, this is your water—and the captain is here to guide you through it.

Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself spinning, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Stephan also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Trips with Glades & Bay Charters are open to the whole family, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to keep their stamina going!

Your day begins aboard a 18' East Cape flats boat that holds up to 2 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water.

Your captain will provide rods and reels. Live bait is available, 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, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Glades & Bay Charters.

Spend the day with Glades & Bay Charters and see what's biting in Big Pine Key! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Stephan knows them forwards and back.

Down in the Lower Keys, far from the crowds, Big Pine Key offers one of the most laid-back yet action-packed inshore fisheries in Florida.

If you're looking to chase tailing Bonefish, stalk trophy Tarpon in crystal-clear shallows, or hunt elusive Permit across the flats, this is your water—and the captain is here to guide you through it.

Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself spinning, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Stephan also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Trips with Glades & Bay Charters are open to the whole family, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to keep their stamina going!

Your day begins aboard a 18' East Cape flats boat that holds up to 2 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water.

Your captain will provide rods and reels. Live bait is available, 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, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Glades & Bay Charters.

Stephan Alonso
Captain
Stephan Alonso

Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bonefish
Permit
Tarpon
US $700
Entire boat: 2 people

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5.0
2 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
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5.0
Fishing Experience

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Chris Kotlowski
Chris Kotlowski
Repeat angler
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Oklahoma, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Top Notch Guide
Half Day Trip on October 15, 20252 adults

Stephan was a great guide. Super helpful, patient and knowledgeable. You can tell he enjoys what he does and wants to show you the awesome fishing that the keys has to offer. I’m an experienced fisherman and my partner is newer to it, and I felt like Stephan guided to both of our skill levels.

Matt Ascarte
Matt Ascarte
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Utah, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Outstanding Day with Captain Stephan Alonso
Full Day Trip on June 27, 20252 adults

We had an incredible fly fishing trip in the Florida Keys with Captain Stephan Alonso. He put us on plenty of tarpon and gave us great chances throughout the day—he really knows his stuff. Stephan was a fantastic guide and a great teacher. He was patient, clear, and genuinely wanted us to have a successful day. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or new to the sport, you’ll learn a lot fishing with him. On top of that, he's easy to talk to and made the whole day fun. We had a lot in common, which made the experience even better. Highly recommend booking with Captain Stephan—I'll definitely be back!

Reported catch:
Tarpon

FAQs about Glades & Bay Charters – Big Pine Key

Glades & Bay Charters – Big Pine Key offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $700 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Glades & Bay Charters – Big Pine Key, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Glades & Bay Charters – Big Pine Key include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Fishing license
  • Fly fishing equipment
Glades & Bay Charters – Big Pine Key offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
Glades & Bay Charters – Big Pine Key offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Glades & Bay Charters – Big Pine Key include:
  • Bonefish
  • Permit
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Stephan Alonso
Stephan Alonso
Stephan Alonso

Big Pine Key, Florida, United States

1 Fishing Report
18 Customer reviews
Typical response within 2 hours
Member since May 2025

I have been fishing my whole life, my dad taught me at a very young age. I was born and raised down in South Florida and fishing is in my blood. The love I have for fishing has made me want to become a fishing guide because there is no better feeling than taking clients out to catch their first fish or their personal best fish or even just taking people out to just enjoy the outdoors and get to experience what I experience on a daily basis.

1 Fishing Report
18 Customer reviews
Typical response within 2 hours
Member since May 2025

I have been fishing my whole life, my dad taught me at a very young age. I was born and raised down in South Florida and fishing is in my blood. The love I have for fishing has made me want to become a fishing guide because there is no better feeling than taking clients out to catch their first fish or their personal best fish or even just taking people out to just enjoy the outdoors and get to experience what I experience on a daily basis.

The fish you can target

Bonefish
Bonefish
Permit
Permit
Tarpon
Tarpon
Bonefish
Bonefish
Permit
Permit
Tarpon
Tarpon

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
East Cape
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 60HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child friendly
Catch and release mandatory

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Big Pine Key right now

BonefishBonefish
PermitPermit
TarponTarpon

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