Salty Buddha Offshore – Upper Keys Fishing 

5.0
(1 review)
 
Federally permitted
 Atlantic Boulevard 188, Key Largo, FL 33037, United States

Salty Buddha Offshore – Upper Keys Fishing 

Key Largo, FL, United States
26 ft
6
5.0
(1 review)

Salty Buddha Offshore – Key Largo Fishing Charter | Deep Sea, Reef & Backcountry Fishing

Looking for a fun fishing charter in Key Largo? Step aboard Salty Buddha Offshore and experience world-class Florida Keys fishing with Captain Buddha, your local fun guide.

Whether you're planning a deep sea fishing trip, reef fishing charter, or a back country fishing adventure in Key Largo, Captain Buddha will put you on the fish and make sure your day on the water is unforgettable.

Depending on the season, you'll have the chance to catch top Florida Keys species like Mahi Mahi (Dolphin fish), Sailfish, Cobia, Black Grouper, Red Grouper, Snowy Grouper, Mutton Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Lane Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Almaco Jack, Jack Crevalle, Snook, Reds and Trout.

Trips include a combination of trolling, bottom fishing, and light tackle fishing, giving anglers of all skill levels the ultimate Key Largo sport fishing experience.

Salty Buddha Offshore – Key Largo Fishing Charter | Deep Sea, Reef & Backcountry Fishing

Looking for a fun fishing charter in Key Largo? Step aboard Salty Buddha Offshore and experience world-class Florida Keys fishing with Captain Buddha, your local fun guide.

Whether you're planning a deep sea fishing trip, reef fishing charter, or a back country fishing adventure in Key Largo, Captain Buddha will put you on the fish and make sure your day on the water is unforgettable.

Depending on the season, you'll have the chance to catch top Florida Keys species like Mahi Mahi (Dolphin fish), Sailfish, Cobia, Black Grouper, Red Grouper, Snowy Grouper, Mutton Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Lane Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Almaco Jack, Jack Crevalle, Snook, Reds and Trout.

Trips include a combination of trolling, bottom fishing, and light tackle fishing, giving anglers of all skill levels the ultimate Key Largo sport fishing experience.

Jason Smith
Captain
Jason Smith
6 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

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Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Nearshore/Backcountry
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
Snapper (Mangrove)
+8
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore/Backcountry
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
Snapper (Mangrove)
+8
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Offshore Trolling
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
+4
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Offshore Reef/Wreck
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
US $1,250
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Offshore Reef/Wreck
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Wesley Floyd
Wesley Floyd
Repeat angler
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Mississippi, US
Member since 2025
3 trips
5.0
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Best charter around
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore/Backcountry on June 7, 20262 adults

Capt budda was very knowledgeable and was honest about what was the best option. We originally wanted inshore but he was open and honest off shore was better. He was very pleasant to be around and was extremely helpful with any assistance we needed. We will definitely be back in winter for tuna. Dont think twice book him now for a unforgettable day on the water!

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Mutton Snapper

FAQs about Salty Buddha Offshore – Upper Keys Fishing

Salty Buddha Offshore – Upper Keys Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore/Backcountry (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Nearshore/Backcountry (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Offshore Trolling (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Offshore Trolling - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore Reef/Wreck (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore Reef/Wreck - 1:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore Reef/Wreck (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Salty Buddha Offshore – Upper Keys Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Radar
Trips booked with Salty Buddha Offshore – Upper Keys Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water )
  • Fishing license
Salty Buddha Offshore – Upper Keys Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing (Patch reef )
  • Offshore fishing (Trolling/ deep dropping )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Backcountry fishing (Trout, snook, reds, snapper )
Salty Buddha Offshore – Upper Keys Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Salty Buddha Offshore – Upper Keys Fishing include:
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • Jack (Almaco)
  • Redfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)

Your captain

Jason Smith
Jason Smith

Key Largo, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
1 Customer review
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2026

Capt. Jason Smith is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Key Largo, Florida. Keep your eyes peeled for Redfish, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) and Snowy Grouper as you try your hand at bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, jigging, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Jason Smith
Jason Smith
Fully verified
1
reviews
2026
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Jason Smith is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Key Largo, Florida. Keep your eyes peeled for Redfish, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) and Snowy Grouper as you try your hand at bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, jigging, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Almaco Jack
Almaco Jack
Redfish
Redfish
Sailfish
Sailfish
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Snowy Grouper

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Crevalle
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Patch reef
Offshore Fishing
Trolling/ deep dropping
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Trout, snook, reds, snapper

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Outriggers
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water
Fishing license

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 agreed upon reservation

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

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 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

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

What’s biting in Key Largo right now

CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
RedfishRedfish
SailfishSailfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Mutton)Snapper (Mutton)

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