Fintastic Fishing Charters – 19' 

4.7/5 (32 reviews)
 
State licensed
 77.5 MM, Islamorada, FL 33036, United States

Fintastic Fishing Charters – 19' 

State licensed
Islamorada, FL, United States
19 ft
3
4.7/5 (32 reviews)

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Fintastic Fishing offers unforgettable fishing trips out of the world-famous Robbie's Marina in the heart of Islamorada, Florida. Peruse the flats and backcountry of the Everglades National Park with Captain Mike Patterson in search of numerous inshore fish species while enjoying the unspoiled wildlife in the surroundings.

You'll head out on the custom-built 18' Action Craft perfect for accessing shallow water of the local flats. When targeting easily spooked species such as Bonefish and Permit it is essential to be able to access shallow water as quietly as possible, and this technical poling skiff will allow you to do just that.

With Hummingbird electronics, an 8' Power Pole anchoring system, a trolling motor and a Mercury 4-stroke engine all fitted on board – this boat has everything you need to target whichever inshore fish you are hoping to catch.

Capt. Mike will supply a selection of top quality fly rods by Sage, as well as spinning tackle. Use this to catch species such as Tarpon, Bonefish, Permit, Snook, Trout, Redfish, and Sharks. Practice sight fishing from the boat's front platform, and let your experienced shallow water guide share his favorite techniques with you during the trip.

All the rods, reels, tackle, bait, and lures you will need during your trip will be supplied for you, and the crew even offers a fish cleaning service back at the dock free of charge. Children are very welcome on all trips, so take your family on an adventure of a lifetime!

Join Fintastic Charters and explore the waters of Islamorada for a productive fishing expedition!

Fintastic Fishing offers unforgettable fishing trips out of the world-famous Robbie's Marina in the heart of Islamorada, Florida. Peruse the flats and backcountry of the Everglades National Park with Captain Mike Patterson in search of numerous inshore fish species while enjoying the unspoiled wildlife in the surroundings.

You'll head out on the custom-built 18' Action Craft perfect for accessing shallow water of the local flats. When targeting easily spooked species such as Bonefish and Permit it is essential to be able to access shallow water as quietly as possible, and this technical poling skiff will allow you to do just that.

With Hummingbird electronics, an 8' Power Pole anchoring system, a trolling motor and a Mercury 4-stroke engine all fitted on board – this boat has everything you need to target whichever inshore fish you are hoping to catch.

Capt. Mike will supply a selection of top quality fly rods by Sage, as well as spinning tackle. Use this to catch species such as Tarpon, Bonefish, Permit, Snook, Trout, Redfish, and Sharks. Practice sight fishing from the boat's front platform, and let your experienced shallow water guide share his favorite techniques with you during the trip.

All the rods, reels, tackle, bait, and lures you will need during your trip will be supplied for you, and the crew even offers a fish cleaning service back at the dock free of charge. Children are very welcome on all trips, so take your family on an adventure of a lifetime!

Join Fintastic Charters and explore the waters of Islamorada for a productive fishing expedition!

Fintastic Fishing Charters
Charter Operator
Fintastic Fishing Charters
45 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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August 2026
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Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Almost there...
3 hr
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Black Drum
Tripletail
Shark (Bull)
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
Evening Tarpon Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 4:30 PM
Tarpon
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bull)
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Bonefish
Permit
Snook
Tarpon
+2
US $750
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Bonefish
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+5
US $750
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Bonefish
Permit
Snook
Tarpon
+4
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Bonefish
Permit
Snook
Tarpon
+8
US $950
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (19)

What anglers say

97%
Recommended

All reviews (32)

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Anastasia Semienko
Anastasia Semienko
us
Massachusetts, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Wonderful backcountry fishing experience
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 28, 20262 adults1 child

Our family of three had a great time fishing with Captain Chris. He was a great guide to the area pointing out lots of wildlife and helping us learn the ropes of fishing in this area. We caught trout, mangrove snapper, and a small snook. The keepers were delicious!

Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Fintastic Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

thank you for taking the time to write this review. We had a great time. Also, please come back again. 

Chad Geetter
Chad Geetter
Repeat angler
us
Vermont, US
Member since 2025
3 trips
5.0
Verified
got the job done
Evening Tarpon Fishing on April 17, 20262 adults

great guy with fantastic knowledge of the area

Reported catch:
Tarpon
Scott Oelhafen
Scott Oelhafen
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
chris was great fishing was awsome better than my Canada trip jad a bery nice tome on water would go again
Half Day Trip (PM) on March 13, 20262 adults

would go in a minute again

Matt Forman
Matt Forman
Repeat angler
us
New York, US
Member since 2022
6 trips
5.0
Verified
April fishing trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 11, 20262 adults

Mel Gibertson
Mel Gibertson
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
March fishing trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 13, 20263 adults

FAQs about Fintastic Fishing Charters – 19'

Fintastic Fishing Charters – 19' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 hr (3 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Evening Tarpon Fishing (3 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Fintastic Fishing Charters – 19', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Garmin
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Fintastic Fishing Charters – 19' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Most every trip we run we have live bait on board, but it does depend on the trip itself some trips do not require it. We do not try to take up your time to catch bait.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We clean your catch after the trip so you can take it to any of our local restaurants and enjoy a fresh fish meal. This is included in the price of the trip.)
  • Fishing license (Fishing license are not required for any guests. We provide that for you as part of your trip.)
Fintastic Fishing Charters – 19' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing (Everglades Park)
Fintastic Fishing Charters – 19' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing (Sage)
Top targeted fish species with Fintastic Fishing Charters – 19' include:
  • Black Drum
  • Bonefish
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your operator

Fintastic Fishing Charters
Fintastic Fishing Charters
Fintastic Fishing Charters

Islamorada, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
44 Customer reviews
Typical response within 3 hours
Member since June 2016

Captain Mike Patterson started fishing at the tender age of 4 years old in a stream behind his house in Maryland and he continued to fish the state's diverse fishery as he was growing up. Although Captain Mike started his career as an electrician, he suffered an extremely serious accident at 26, when he broke his neck. Deciding from this point on to live his life to the fullest, he became a dive instructor and moved to Islamorada, where he ran a dive shop and led offshore fishing charters. Having enjoyed a successful career offshore, he decided to become a full-time backcountry fishing guide, entering and winning multiple backcountry tournaments. He's now been a fishing guide for over 30 years and, having fully recovered from his near-death accident, is determined to continue living his life to the fullest and to be thankful for every day he has on this earth. Captain Mike fishes with captains Chris and Phil. They are also amazing captains and will make your day on the water perfect.

ID & license verified
44 Customer reviews
Typical response within 3 hours
Member since June 2016

Captain Mike Patterson started fishing at the tender age of 4 years old in a stream behind his house in Maryland and he continued to fish the state's diverse fishery as he was growing up. Although Captain Mike started his career as an electrician, he suffered an extremely serious accident at 26, when he broke his neck. Deciding from this point on to live his life to the fullest, he became a dive instructor and moved to Islamorada, where he ran a dive shop and led offshore fishing charters. Having enjoyed a successful career offshore, he decided to become a full-time backcountry fishing guide, entering and winning multiple backcountry tournaments. He's now been a fishing guide for over 30 years and, having fully recovered from his near-death accident, is determined to continue living his life to the fullest and to be thankful for every day he has on this earth. Captain Mike fishes with captains Chris and Phil. They are also amazing captains and will make your day on the water perfect.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Bonefish
Bonefish
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bonefish
Bonefish
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
2010
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Action Craft
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Mercury pro XS
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Everglades Park

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Sage

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Garmin
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Most every trip we run we have live bait on board, but it does depend on the trip itself some trips do not require it. We do not try to take up your time to catch bait.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We clean your catch after the trip so you can take it to any of our local restaurants and enjoy a fresh fish meal. This is included in the price of the trip.
Fishing license
Fishing license are not required for any guests. We provide that for you as part of your trip.

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
Children are always welcome on the boat and actually we look forward to helping them out with a fishing experience.
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

 PayPal

 Checks

 Bank transfer

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

What’s biting in Islamorada right now

BonefishBonefish
PermitPermit
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon
TripletailTripletail

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