PutchaOnEm 

4.8/5 (5 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Big Pine Street, Big Pine Key, FL 33043, United States

PutchaOnEm 

 
State licensed
4.8/5 (5 reviews)
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Big Pine Street
Big Pine Key, FL, United States
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Book your next trip with PutchaOnEm and find out what makes the fishing in Big Pine Key so unique.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Goliath Grouper, Great Barracuda, Tarpon, Bonefish, Permit, Mangrove Snapper, and anything else that bites. During the trip you might be spinning, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Caiman also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Capt. Caiman believes in teaching kids to fish while they're young, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Also remember to bring snacks for a boost of energy when needed!

Capt. Caiman will bring you aboard a 17' Maverick flats boat with space for 2 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

It's always wise to bring sunglasses, a hat, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be food and some light snacks provided on board.

PutchaOnEm will make it easy for you to go fishing in Big Pine Key. So, how about booking that trip?

Book your next trip with PutchaOnEm and find out what makes the fishing in Big Pine Key so unique.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Goliath Grouper, Great Barracuda, Tarpon, Bonefish, Permit, Mangrove Snapper, and anything else that bites. During the trip you might be spinning, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Caiman also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Capt. Caiman believes in teaching kids to fish while they're young, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Also remember to bring snacks for a boost of energy when needed!

Capt. Caiman will bring you aboard a 17' Maverick flats boat with space for 2 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

It's always wise to bring sunglasses, a hat, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be food and some light snacks provided on board.

PutchaOnEm will make it easy for you to go fishing in Big Pine Key. So, how about booking that trip?

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Rating

4.8
5 reviews
4.6
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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Derek Roll
Derek Roll
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2017
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
Sharks, Barracuda & Snapper — Epic Day on the Flats
Full Day (Sun up till Sun Down) on May 24, 20262 adults
We had an awesome 12-hour trip in the Keys with Caiman. Even with windy conditions and tough fishing at times, he worked hard all day and stayed focused on putting us on fish. His knowledge of the area and the fishery really showed throughout the trip. The highlight was definitely catching sharks and barracuda on the flats — an incredible experience. We ended up catching snapper, barracuda, lemon sharks, and nurse sharks, which made for a very action-packed day. If you’re looking for a guide who is experienced, hardworking, and determined to make sure you have a great trip regardless of conditions, I highly recommend fishing with Caiman.
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Mangrove Snapper
Charles Gurley
Charles Gurley
us
Pensacola, FL, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Tarpon and Bonefish
Half Day Trip (4-6 hours) on June 2, 20262 adults
Caiman is a great man to spend the day with. Very professional and knowledgeable of the area. If I was more skilled we would have landed more fish, he put me on them but I casted like a nube. Caiman was very patient with me learning this new fishery. I would definitely book with him again. The gear and boat were top notch.
Reported catch:
Bonefish
Tarpon
Ross Johnson
Ross Johnson
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
0
4.7
Verified
April 14th 2026 Fishing
Half Day Trip (4-6 hours) on April 14, 20262 adults
My wife and I went out with Capt. Caiman on a very windy day, however, he put us on fish and in spite of not getting a shot at a tarpon due to wind and tide timing, we had an awesome time. 4 big barracuda and the fight of a lifetime on a 6 ft shark on the fly rod. 20 minutes of flyrod experience to last a lifetime! I didn't know a fly reel could even hold that much backing! We would definitely recommend a day with Caiman on the water. Many thanks to him for a great experience.
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Mike Wolodkiewicz
Mike Wolodkiewicz
us
Florida, US
Member since 2024
2
5.0
Verified
This is the guide you want!
Half Day Trip (4-6 hours) on July 7, 20251 adult
Met Caiman at the dock at 0600. He’s a Florida native like myself and it was obvious early on that fishing is his passion. He had me on the tarpon all morning. First cast was the first fish of the day. After the tarpon I caught my first bonefish!
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Bonefish
Tarpon
Dan Wright
Dan Wright
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2025
0
4.3
Verified
Fishing with Caiman
Half Day Trip (4-6 hours) on August 19, 20252 adults

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US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
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US $750
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.8
5 reviews
4.6
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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Derek Roll
Derek Roll
Repeat angler
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Florida, US
Member since 2017
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
Sharks, Barracuda & Snapper — Epic Day on the Flats
Full Day (Sun up till Sun Down) on May 24, 20262 adults
We had an awesome 12-hour trip in the Keys with Caiman. Even with windy conditions and tough fishing at times, he worked hard all day and stayed focused on putting us on fish. His knowledge of the area and the fishery really showed throughout the trip. The highlight was definitely catching sharks and barracuda on the flats — an incredible experience. We ended up catching snapper, barracuda, lemon sharks, and nurse sharks, which made for a very action-packed day. If you’re looking for a guide who is experienced, hardworking, and determined to make sure you have a great trip regardless of conditions, I highly recommend fishing with Caiman.
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Mangrove Snapper
Charles Gurley
Charles Gurley
us
Pensacola, FL, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Tarpon and Bonefish
Half Day Trip (4-6 hours) on June 2, 20262 adults
Caiman is a great man to spend the day with. Very professional and knowledgeable of the area. If I was more skilled we would have landed more fish, he put me on them but I casted like a nube. Caiman was very patient with me learning this new fishery. I would definitely book with him again. The gear and boat were top notch.
Reported catch:
Bonefish
Tarpon
Ross Johnson
Ross Johnson
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
0
4.7
Verified
April 14th 2026 Fishing
Half Day Trip (4-6 hours) on April 14, 20262 adults
My wife and I went out with Capt. Caiman on a very windy day, however, he put us on fish and in spite of not getting a shot at a tarpon due to wind and tide timing, we had an awesome time. 4 big barracuda and the fight of a lifetime on a 6 ft shark on the fly rod. 20 minutes of flyrod experience to last a lifetime! I didn't know a fly reel could even hold that much backing! We would definitely recommend a day with Caiman on the water. Many thanks to him for a great experience.
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Mike Wolodkiewicz
Mike Wolodkiewicz
us
Florida, US
Member since 2024
2
5.0
Verified
This is the guide you want!
Half Day Trip (4-6 hours) on July 7, 20251 adult
Met Caiman at the dock at 0600. He’s a Florida native like myself and it was obvious early on that fishing is his passion. He had me on the tarpon all morning. First cast was the first fish of the day. After the tarpon I caught my first bonefish!
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Bonefish
Tarpon
Dan Wright
Dan Wright
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2025
0
4.3
Verified
Fishing with Caiman
Half Day Trip (4-6 hours) on August 19, 20252 adults

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
17 ft
Year built
2005
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Maverick
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 60HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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