Fintastic Fishing Charters – 22' 

4.6/5 (12 reviews)
 
State licensed
 77522 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036, United States

Fintastic Fishing Charters – 22' 

State licensed
Islamorada, FL, United States
22 ft
5
4.6/5 (12 reviews)

Booked with us before? You may qualify for a Loyalty Discount. Sign in to check.

Wind around the stunning Everglades National Park and engage in some outstanding backcountry and nearshore fishing with Fintastic Fishing Charters! Captain Mike Patterson is determined to live life to the fullest, and wants to help you start doing the same right away.

With over 30 years of experience, he's committed to running family-friendly services, and invites anglers of all experience levels to come and experience the great fishing this area has to offer.

Fishing aboard his 22' Pathfinder center console boat, you'll be able to access the shallow backcountry but also cope with choppier waters nearshore. In the skinny waters, a wireless trolling motor will kick into action to allow you to approach the fearful fish beneath. Fitted with two power poles, Hummingbird electronics, and a 200 HP Mercury engine, the boat has all the pro features you need for a great day of fishing.

Capt. Mike and his team will supply all the equipment and expertise you need for a great day on the water. You'll get to explore a range of fishing techniques, from trolling and jigging, to spinning and deep sea fishing.

Expert anglers can even make the most of the fly fishing equipment on board. With live bait prepared for you and kept in the well, you're in pole position to start reeling in Black Drum, Permit, Redfish, Snook, Cobia, Mackerel, Tripletail, and Hogfish.

Where better to explore the outstanding beauty of the Everglades than from its winding waterways? With the cleaning and filleting service offered on board, you'll even be able to feed the whole family with a delicious, healthy meal – and it always tastes better when you've caught it!

So what are you waiting for? A trip of a lifetime awaits, so join Fintastic Fishing Charters today!

Wind around the stunning Everglades National Park and engage in some outstanding backcountry and nearshore fishing with Fintastic Fishing Charters! Captain Mike Patterson is determined to live life to the fullest, and wants to help you start doing the same right away.

With over 30 years of experience, he's committed to running family-friendly services, and invites anglers of all experience levels to come and experience the great fishing this area has to offer.

Fishing aboard his 22' Pathfinder center console boat, you'll be able to access the shallow backcountry but also cope with choppier waters nearshore. In the skinny waters, a wireless trolling motor will kick into action to allow you to approach the fearful fish beneath. Fitted with two power poles, Hummingbird electronics, and a 200 HP Mercury engine, the boat has all the pro features you need for a great day of fishing.

Capt. Mike and his team will supply all the equipment and expertise you need for a great day on the water. You'll get to explore a range of fishing techniques, from trolling and jigging, to spinning and deep sea fishing.

Expert anglers can even make the most of the fly fishing equipment on board. With live bait prepared for you and kept in the well, you're in pole position to start reeling in Black Drum, Permit, Redfish, Snook, Cobia, Mackerel, Tripletail, and Hogfish.

Where better to explore the outstanding beauty of the Everglades than from its winding waterways? With the cleaning and filleting service offered on board, you'll even be able to feed the whole family with a delicious, healthy meal – and it always tastes better when you've caught it!

So what are you waiting for? A trip of a lifetime awaits, so join Fintastic Fishing Charters today!

Fintastic Fishing Charters
Charter Operator
Fintastic Fishing Charters
45 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Group Size:
Select date to see availability
July 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Loading...
Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Almost there...
Half Day Trip – Tarpon (Night)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 4:30 PM
US $700
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $850
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Half day trip in the afternoon
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
US $850
Entire boat: up to 5 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $950
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 5 people
There are 2 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Loading...

Rating

4.6
12 reviews
4.5
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (22)

All reviews (12)

Frequently mentioned
Loading...Loading...Loading...Loading...Loading...Loading...Loading...Loading...
Showing 15 of 12 reviews
Joseph Corcoran
Joseph Corcoran
Repeat angler
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Fantastic day on the water
Half Day Trip – Tarpon (Night) on March 15, 20263 adults

My sons and I went on full day with Capt. Jon From start to finish a true professional. Fully prepared when we arrived, on the water early, very knowledgeable of the waters and where to go. Our request 1st half was catching specific species for dinner 2nd half for shark. We caught plenty of both and returned tired but a great day. Will be back to fish again with Capt. Jon

Chad Roedersheimer
Chad Roedersheimer
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great time
Half Day Trip – Tarpon (Night) on March 16, 20254 adults

Captain was great and we caught tarpon and jacks

Yu Zhu
Yu Zhu
Repeat angler
us
Washington State, US
Member since 2018
3 trips
5.0
Verified
BETTER THAN EXPECTED
Half day trip in the afternoon on January 10, 20244 adults

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

Thank you so very much and we are really glad that you had a wonderful time fishing with us . Come again soon. thank you 

Joshua Simons
Joshua Simons
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
A day out in the Backcountry with Capt Phil
Full Day Trip on August 5, 20212 adults1 child

My girls told me they wanted to go out and go fishing ! So I booked a trip with Capt Phil ! He knew all the spots to go ! The trout wasn’t biting but the Snook was biting all day and capt Phil knew all the spots to go ! All in all the girls loved it and would definitely book again ! Thanks Capt Phil for helping out with the girls !

Sarah Ford
Sarah Ford
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Half day trip with Captain Phil
Half day trip in the afternoon on April 15, 20224 adults

It was our first fishing trip, Phil was very helpful with teaching my son what to do. I would definitely use this company again.

Fintastic Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

We thank you so much for your kind words and visiting us. Please join us again. Tight lines

FAQs about Fintastic Fishing Charters – 22'

Fintastic Fishing Charters – 22' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $700 per group - Half Day Trip – Tarpon (Night) (3 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Half day trip in the afternoon (4 hours)
  • US $950 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Fintastic Fishing Charters – 22', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Hummingbird
  • Fishfinder Hummingbird side imaging
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Fintastic Fishing Charters – 22' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Fintastic Fishing Charters – 22' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Fintastic Fishing Charters – 22' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Fintastic Fishing Charters – 22' include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Hogfish
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Ladyfish
  • Permit
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • 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 an hour
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 an hour
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
Cobia
Cobia
Hogfish
Hogfish
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Permit
Permit
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Hogfish
Hogfish
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Ladyfish
Ladyfish

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2013
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Hummingbird
Fishfinder
Hummingbird side imaging
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license

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 agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
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

CobiaCobia
HogfishHogfish
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
PermitPermit
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
TarponTarpon
TripletailTripletail

Compare similar fishing charters

Current
Fintastic Fishing Charters – 22'
Fintastic Fishing Charters – 22'
State licensed
4.6
(12)
22 ft
Group size 1 - 5
1 - 5
Fish 1
Fish 2
+10
4 hour trip • 5 persons
US $850