Tyche Charters 

4.8/5 (24 reviews)
 7001 Shrimp Road, Stock Island, FL 33040, United States

Tyche Charters 

Stock Island, FL, United States
42 ft
10
4.8/5 (24 reviews)

There's a fish with your name on it in Key West and Tyche Charters will help you catch it! What does the name Tyche mean, It is the greek goddess of luck, and who doesn't want to have a little extra luck when out fishing. Having logged over 35 years on the waters of Key West running charter, Captain Mike knows them forwards and back.

The fish in these waters include Amberjack, Great Barracuda, Skipjack, Cero Mackerel, Black Grouper, Red Grouper, Blue Marlin, Sailfish, Blacktip Shark, Mangrove Snapper, Tarpon, Blackfin Tuna, and more with any luck. You'll target your catch by spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Mike can also show you kite fishing.

Young ones are welcome, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Snacks are also a good idea for a boost of energy when needed!

Capt. Mike will bring you aboard a 42' sportfishing vessel that can carry up to 10 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 15-20% tip is customary.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. Time to make it happen, with Tyche Charters.

Let's Go Fishing!

There's a fish with your name on it in Key West and Tyche Charters will help you catch it! What does the name Tyche mean, It is the greek goddess of luck, and who doesn't want to have a little extra luck when out fishing. Having logged over 35 years on the waters of Key West running charter, Captain Mike knows them forwards and back.

The fish in these waters include Amberjack, Great Barracuda, Skipjack, Cero Mackerel, Black Grouper, Red Grouper, Blue Marlin, Sailfish, Blacktip Shark, Mangrove Snapper, Tarpon, Blackfin Tuna, and more with any luck. You'll target your catch by spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Mike can also show you kite fishing.

Young ones are welcome, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Snacks are also a good idea for a boost of energy when needed!

Capt. Mike will bring you aboard a 42' sportfishing vessel that can carry up to 10 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 15-20% tip is customary.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. Time to make it happen, with Tyche Charters.

Let's Go Fishing!

Mike Weinhofer
Captain
Mike Weinhofer
41 years of experience
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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4 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
+5
US $1,650
Entire boat: up to 7 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
+8
US $1,850
Entire boat: up to 7 people
6 Hour Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
+5
US $2,150
Entire boat: up to 7 people
6 Hour Trip (PM)
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
+8
US $2,150
Entire boat: up to 7 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
+5
US $2,350
Entire boat: up to 7 people
12 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
+5
US $3,225
Entire boat: up to 7 people
There are 10 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
24 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

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All reviews (24)

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Scott Weathers
Scott Weathers
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Fish on!!
6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 18, 20268 adults

Our capitans were incredibly efficient with loading up, restringing lines. instructing us where to fish. allowing us plenty of time to have lines in the water. they really made the trip. we caught loads of yellow tail at the reef. The capitans also made us a reservation at Kayas in key west where they cooked our fish we caught! incredible experience would absolutely do it again!

Mike Weinhofer
Response from Captain

you huys were so much fun thanks for coming out ya gotta get back soon take care

Matt Johnson
Matt Johnson
Repeat angler
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2019
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Fun family day
8 Hour Trip on May 8, 20268 adults

had a great full day on the water. Dan and Brandon worked hard to get us ok fish ans helped to educate the kids tbrkughout the day. Started the day trolling, it was a little slow so they brought us to a reef and got us on fish, recommeded a local restaurant who could cook our catch and even made us reservations! Highly recommend this charter and crew. So personable and emgaged throughout the day. Great Job!!

Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Cero Mackerel
Black Grouper
Amberjack
Mike Weinhofer
Response from Captain

Thanks so much fro coming out with us. Your family was a blast take care

Joe Bauer
Joe Bauer
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Best Charter Ever!!
6 Hour Trip (PM) on March 17, 20266 adults2 children

Brandon and Danny were absolutely incredible as Captain and mate! We caught a ton of fish and the crew was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. I loved how they explained everything we were doing and why. They really took the time to teach and communicate, which only enhanced the experience. I would recommend this outfit to anyone looking to catch some fish and learn along the way. Great experience for our entire group!

Mike Weinhofer
Response from Captain

Im so glad you had fun and enjoyed the trip. Hope we see ya again soon

Ben Bedenkop
Ben Bedenkop
us
Massachusetts, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great group fishing trip!
6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 24, 20267 adults

We had a great trip with Captain Brandon and Max! We went offshore and caught dolphin, jack, and bonito. The boat was super comfortable, had plenty of shade, and a bathroom. Definitely recommend booking a trip on the Tyche.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Mike Weinhofer
Response from Captain

thanks so much for coming out you guys were a blast

Jenny Mitchell
Jenny Mitchell
us
Mason, TX, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Best crew ever!!!
6 Hour Trip (AM) on May 26, 20267 adults2 children

Our group had a fantastic time! We caught yellow tail snapper even in rough waters. The crew made this trip so much fun and exciting. Been deep sea fishing several times and they have by far been then best!! Will absolutely use them again hands down! Cannot recommend them enough!!!!

Mike Weinhofer
Response from Captain

your so sweet you guys are so sweet thanks for coming out next time i promise the weather will be better take care

FAQs about Tyche Charters

Tyche Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,650 per group, additional US $150 per person after 7 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,850 per group, additional US $150 per person after 7 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $2,150 per group, additional US $175 per person after 7 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $2,150 per group, additional US $150 per person after 7 guests - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $2,350 per group, additional US $150 per person after 7 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $3,225 per group, additional US $200 per person after 7 guests - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)
When you book a trip with Tyche Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Tyche Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
  • Fly fishing equipment
Tyche Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Tyche Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Tyche Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonito
  • Cero Mackerel
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Sailfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Tarpon
  • Tuna (Blackfin)

Your captain

Mike Weinhofer
Mike Weinhofer
Mike Weinhofer

Stock Island, Florida, United States

1 Fishing Report
165 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since November 2018

Capt. Mike comes from a family of anglers – he started fishing the waters around New Jersey at the age of 5, on board his dad's charter boat. They competed in tournaments together, and shared a true passion for angling. At the age of 7, he caught his very own Sailfish out of Islamorada, and told his dad that someday he would fish the Florida Keys for a living. How right he was! Over 28 years ago, Capt. Mike moved to Key West and started chartering his own light tackle boat. Soon after, he purchased a 52' custom-built vessel and began running offshore adventures. He decided that he preferred having a more personal relationship with his customers than this offered, so he returned to light tackle and sight fishing, his true love. He's developed his own style of angling that offers guests a truly hands-on experience – they hook their own fish, cast their own baits, and learn to tie knots on their own. The look on a customer's face when they reel in a fish is the best part!

1 Fishing Report
165 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since November 2018

Capt. Mike comes from a family of anglers – he started fishing the waters around New Jersey at the age of 5, on board his dad's charter boat. They competed in tournaments together, and shared a true passion for angling. At the age of 7, he caught his very own Sailfish out of Islamorada, and told his dad that someday he would fish the Florida Keys for a living. How right he was! Over 28 years ago, Capt. Mike moved to Key West and started chartering his own light tackle boat. Soon after, he purchased a 52' custom-built vessel and began running offshore adventures. He decided that he preferred having a more personal relationship with his customers than this offered, so he returned to light tackle and sight fishing, his true love. He's developed his own style of angling that offers guests a truly hands-on experience – they hook their own fish, cast their own baits, and learn to tie knots on their own. The look on a customer's face when they reel in a fish is the best part!

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Skipjack
Skipjack
Cero Mackerel
Cero Mackerel
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Tarpon
Tarpon
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Skipjack
Skipjack
Cero Mackerel
Cero Mackerel
Black Grouper
Black Grouper

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
10 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Custom
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
2 x 375HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

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

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Stock Island right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
BonitoBonito
Grouper (Black)Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
SailfishSailfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
TarponTarpon
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)

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