Sunup Sundown Sportfishing 

4.9/5 (11 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 80500 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036, United States

Sunup Sundown Sportfishing 

Federally permitted
Islamorada, FL, United States
18 ft
4
4.9/5 (11 reviews)

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If you're ready to experience fishing in Islamorada, look no further than Sunup Sundown Sportfishing. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Taylor can tell you all about the local fishery.

These waters are known for Bonefish, Goliath Grouper, Jack Crevalle, Lobster, Permit, Blacktip Shark, Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Speckled Trout, Tarpon, Redfish, Tripletail, and more – with any luck, it won't be long before 'Fish on!'

On these trips, you can expect to be using light tackle. Capt. Taylor also offers fly fishing for beginners, intermediate and advanced anglers!

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available so we can make sure we have the proper size available. And, you can't go wrong with snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized!

Capt. Taylor offers trips on two different fishing vessels!

For family action and groups you will love his East Cape 21' EVO Center Console that holds up to 4 passengers. Equipped with a second station tower, it has everything you need for a productive day on the water!

For our trips with 2 passengers or less, our Stalk the Flats 18' Chittum Mangrove skiff may be desired to stealthily chase your target species!

Rods, reels, and tackle are provided. Fly Fishing equipment can be requested for either vessel, beginners are highly encouraged!

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons, if your desire is to catch fish to keep please let the Captain know in advance. If you have any questions, feel free to ask!

It's always wise to bring sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be water provided, but please bring anything else you might desire along with you. Alcohol is always allowed, but remember to drink responsibly.

For more information about fishing with Sunup Sundown Sportfishing, you can send Capt. Taylor a message down below!

If you're ready to experience fishing in Islamorada, look no further than Sunup Sundown Sportfishing. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Taylor can tell you all about the local fishery.

These waters are known for Bonefish, Goliath Grouper, Jack Crevalle, Lobster, Permit, Blacktip Shark, Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Speckled Trout, Tarpon, Redfish, Tripletail, and more – with any luck, it won't be long before 'Fish on!'

On these trips, you can expect to be using light tackle. Capt. Taylor also offers fly fishing for beginners, intermediate and advanced anglers!

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available so we can make sure we have the proper size available. And, you can't go wrong with snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized!

Capt. Taylor offers trips on two different fishing vessels!

For family action and groups you will love his East Cape 21' EVO Center Console that holds up to 4 passengers. Equipped with a second station tower, it has everything you need for a productive day on the water!

For our trips with 2 passengers or less, our Stalk the Flats 18' Chittum Mangrove skiff may be desired to stealthily chase your target species!

Rods, reels, and tackle are provided. Fly Fishing equipment can be requested for either vessel, beginners are highly encouraged!

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons, if your desire is to catch fish to keep please let the Captain know in advance. If you have any questions, feel free to ask!

It's always wise to bring sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be water provided, but please bring anything else you might desire along with you. Alcohol is always allowed, but remember to drink responsibly.

For more information about fishing with Sunup Sundown Sportfishing, you can send Capt. Taylor a message down below!

Taylor Nelson
Captain
Taylor Nelson
6 years of experience
ID & credentials verified

Trip availability and prices

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August 2026
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Group Size
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Summertime Bonefishing (2ppl)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:30 AM, 4:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 13 - Oct 15
Bonefish
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Beginner Fly Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:30 AM, 12:00 PM)
Bonefish
Jack Crevalle
Shark (Lemon)
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Bully Netting
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Aug 5 - Nov 1
Lobster
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Family Fun
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:30 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Apr 14
Barracuda (Great)
Bonefish
Grouper (Goliath)
Jack Crevalle
+6
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hr Trip – Stalk the Flats (2ppl)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Bonefish
Permit
Snook
+5
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Evening Tarpon Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 4:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Jun 12
Jack Crevalle
Tarpon
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Lemon)
US $850
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Backcountry/Gulf
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (7:30 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Apr 14
Bonefish
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
Permit
+8
US $950
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hr Trip – Stalk the Flats (2ppl)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Bonefish
Permit
Snook
+5
US $950
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Backcountry/Gulf
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Apr 14
Bonefish
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
Permit
+8
US $1,150
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.9
11 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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Harris Fairley
Harris Fairley
Repeat angler
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2026
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Trip of my life time here in Islamorada!!
6 Hour Trip – Backcountry/Gulf on June 5, 20261 adult

What a day! We started the morning targeting tarpon and ended up landing two nice blacktip sharks. After that, we caught several quality snook, a redfish, and finished the day with some trout. I highly recommend fishing with Captain Taylor. He knows exactly where to go and puts you on fish. He does an excellent job explaining everything—from casting techniques to properly working your lure—making the experience enjoyable and productive for anglers of all skill levels. The trip is 100% kid- and adult-friendly, and I definitely recommend booking the 8-hour charter if you want the best opportunity to experience a variety of species and fishing techniques. 5/5 stars — an unforgettable day on the water! 🎣🦈🐟

Reported catch:
Snook
Blacktip Shark
Speckled Trout
Taylor Nelson
Response from Captain

Awesome time today out on the water and thank you for the opportunity to get you out there. Excited for our next trip together!

Taylor Booth
Taylor Booth
Repeat angler
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2018
6 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Great Trip
6 Hr Trip – Stalk the Flats (2ppl) on August 4, 20261 adult

Captain Taylor was awesome and gave me ample opportunity at bone fish and tarpon. A better fly fisherman than me would’ve landed many bones and tarpon! I’ll 100% go back.

Taylor Nelson
Response from Captain

Thank you Taylor! Looking foward to getting you back out there sometime soon!

Robert Reed
Robert Reed
us
Connecticut, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great day out on the water with kids.
6 Hr Trip – Stalk the Flats (2ppl) on April 16, 20261 adult1 child

Taylor laid out the perfect day for a 10 year old and parent. Even with some breezy conditions and knowing that the 10 year old would get motion sickness, he worked his magic for calm rides and great fishing. From seasoned fisherman to novice child, perfect fit all around. His bay boat is set up perfect and brand new. Great day.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Lemon Shark
Taylor Nelson
Response from Captain

Thank you Rob! Had a great day with you and Emmet. Cant wait to get you boys back out there!

Tom Szaro
Tom Szaro
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
best trip!
4 Hour Trip – Family Fun on June 20, 20262 adults

capt taylor put us in fish all day! very knowledgeable and great tackle. my daughters first time and the captain worked with her to teach her the ropes and now will make this an anual experiance with captain taylor. cant wait for the next trip . ty

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Goliath Grouper
Blacktip Shark
+1
Taylor Nelson
Response from Captain

Thank you Tom!

Lauren Farrand
Lauren Farrand
us
Massachusetts, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Amazing Trip
4 Hour Trip – Beginner Fly Fishing - 12:00 PM on April 28, 20262 adults

i took my son (13) for his first fishing trip and it was amazing. He had the best time ever. Tyler was super knowledge, friendly and accomodating. Highly recimmended and we plan on returning next year!

Taylor Nelson
Response from Captain

Thank you so much! Was so great to meet you guys!

FAQs about Sunup Sundown Sportfishing

Sunup Sundown Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - Summertime Bonefishing (2ppl) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Summertime Bonefishing (2ppl) - 4:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Beginner Fly Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Beginner Fly Fishing - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bully Netting (8 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Family Fun (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Family Fun - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 6 Hr Trip – Stalk the Flats (2ppl) (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Evening Tarpon Trip (4 hours)
  • US $950 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Backcountry/Gulf (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Backcountry/Gulf - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group - 8 Hr Trip – Stalk the Flats (2ppl) (8 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Backcountry/Gulf (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Sunup Sundown Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenity onboard:
  • GPS Simrad
Trips booked with Sunup Sundown Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (This should be requested prior to our trip.)
  • Drinks (Water is provided.)
  • Fishing license (Up to 4 people.)
  • Fly fishing equipment
Sunup Sundown Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Sunup Sundown Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Sunup Sundown Sportfishing include:
  • Bonefish
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Lobster
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Taylor Nelson
Taylor Nelson
Taylor Nelson

Islamorada, Florida, United States

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
12 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since March 2026

Benefit from Capt. Taylor's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Islamorada. Explore these waters teeming with Speckled Trout, Snook and Mangrove Snapper under Taylor's expert guidance. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Our Team
Taylor N.

Taylor N.

Captain

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
12 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since March 2026

Benefit from Capt. Taylor's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Islamorada. Explore these waters teeming with Speckled Trout, Snook and Mangrove Snapper under Taylor's expert guidance. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Our Team
Taylor N.

Taylor N.

Captain

The fish you can target

Bonefish
Bonefish
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Lobster
Lobster
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Bonefish
Bonefish
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Lobster
Lobster
Permit
Permit

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Chittum Skiffs
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 70HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Simrad
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Catch cleaning & filleting
This should be requested prior to our trip.
Drinks
Water is provided.
Fishing license
Up to 4 people.
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
There are no age limits, however you should always share the details of the small children you are planning to bring along. Children's Life-vests are categorized by weight.
You keep catch
Only fish that are in-season and legal.
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

What’s biting in Islamorada right now

BonefishBonefish
Grouper (Goliath)Grouper (Goliath)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
PermitPermit
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon
TripletailTripletail

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