Skiff Tales Charters
Skiff Tales Charters
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I am born and raised in the Florida Keys with over 25 years of fishing experience. Whether you are looking to fish in Islamorada or the backcountry to the waters of Biscayne Bay we have you got you covered!
We will be fishing my 16' Dolphin Super Skiff, perfect for shallow water and backcountry flats fishing. Majority of our fishing will be sight casting.
The species of fish we will be targeting will be Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, Mangrove Snapper, Bonefish, Permit, Speckled Trout and more.
All rods and gear are included in your trip as well as the fishing license. We will be using live bait certain times of the year dependent on the species we are targeting.
Don't leave home without sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses.
Book with us for a fun and amazing day on the water!
I am born and raised in the Florida Keys with over 25 years of fishing experience. Whether you are looking to fish in Islamorada or the backcountry to the waters of Biscayne Bay we have you got you covered!
We will be fishing my 16' Dolphin Super Skiff, perfect for shallow water and backcountry flats fishing. Majority of our fishing will be sight casting.
The species of fish we will be targeting will be Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, Mangrove Snapper, Bonefish, Permit, Speckled Trout and more.
All rods and gear are included in your trip as well as the fishing license. We will be using live bait certain times of the year dependent on the species we are targeting.
Don't leave home without sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses.
Book with us for a fun and amazing day on the water!
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Customer reviews
Rating
Anglers' gallery (7)
Reviews (6)
Liam DraxlRepeat angler•
Florida, US•Member since 20255 trips5.0Verifiedgreat day
Full Day Backcountry Trip - 8 Hrs on May 23, 2026 • 2 adultsHad a great day. Captain William is very knowledgable and experienced and took us to great spots. We caught a lot of fish and was a beautiful day on the water and had some beautiful views along the way. Captain William is also a great guy and took care of us. This is your guy you should book!
Marla WilliamsMember since 20265.04 hour fishing trip
Half Day Backcountry Trip - 4 Hrs on June 29, 2026Captain Sam took my son and I out fishing in the back country. We had such a blast and caught a lot of fish. Captain Sam taught him all about the back country, the fish we caught and about fishing.
Evan Hyden•Michigan, USMember since 20265.0Verifiedgreat guy
Full Day Backcountry Trip - 8 Hrs on May 15, 2026 • 2 adultsHe's a great guy, super knowledgeable, easygoing, knows all the good spots, and is down to try anything you want to do. And teach you.
Chris CrawfordRepeat angler•Texas, US•Member since 202210 trips5.0Verifiedawesome day
Half Day Backcountry Trip - 4 Hrs on July 24, 2026 • 1 adultcaptain Sam was amazing! he put me in fish all morning. picked me yo at The Bungalows, caught bait and then caught fish! the snook were elusive, but caught Jack and Mangrove snapper! fun times! i would recommend this trip!
Brent Lingerfelt•Georgia, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedSams great, fish were slow but he kept me out there looking!
Half Day Backcountry Trip - 4 Hrs on July 12, 2026 • 2 adultsSams local experience is evident in the 30 miles we covered. Fish were slow but Sam kept me out there looking. Great trip in the backcountry where there were no boats!
Chris Rollins•Oregon, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedGreat trip!
3/4 Day Backcountry Trip - 6 Hrs on April 26, 2026 • 2 adultsMy wife and I had a wonderful trip. We went out in the flats and were able to really enjoy a nice day. Skiff Tales made sure we had a great experience and got us on a bunch of fish
Rating
Anglers' gallery (7)
All reviews (6)
Had a great day. Captain William is very knowledgable and experienced and took us to great spots. We caught a lot of fish and was a beautiful day on the water and had some beautiful views along the way. Captain William is also a great guy and took care of us. This is your guy you should book!
thank you for choosing Skiff tales had a great time. Hope to do it again. 
captain Sam was amazing! he put me in fish all morning. picked me yo at The Bungalows, caught bait and then caught fish! the snook were elusive, but caught Jack and Mangrove snapper! fun times! i would recommend this trip!
had a great time thanks for Fishing with me 
Captain Sam took my son and I out fishing in the back country. We had such a blast and caught a lot of fish. Captain Sam taught him all about the back country, the fish we caught and about fishing.
Thank you for fishing with us! It was a great day of fishing
Sams local experience is evident in the 30 miles we covered. Fish were slow but Sam kept me out there looking. Great trip in the backcountry where there were no boats!
thank you for coming along. Hope to see you again. It was a great time. 
My wife and I had a wonderful trip. We went out in the flats and were able to really enjoy a nice day. Skiff Tales made sure we had a great experience and got us on a bunch of fish
Thank you so much for fishing with us! It was a great trip and happy to hear you had a good time.
FAQs about Skiff Tales Charters
- US $600 per group - Half Day Backcountry Trip - 4 Hrs (4 hours)
- US $600 per group - Half Day Backcountry Trip - 4 Hrs - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $775 per group - 3/4 Day Backcountry Trip - 6 Hrs (6 hours)
- US $950 per group - Full Day Backcountry Trip - 8 Hrs (8 hours)
- GPS
- Live bait well
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Live bait is included dependent on the time of the year and the species of fish we are targeting.)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (No charge for cleaning fish. tips always welcome)
- Fishing license (Fishing Licenses are included and cover all guests.)
- Fly fishing equipment
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Spinning
- Popping
- Fly fishing
- Bonefish
- Permit
- Redfish
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
Your captain
Key Largo, Florida, United States
Capt. Sam is born and raised in Key Largo, Florida with over 20 years of experience fishing these waters. You'll have a chance to catch Snook, Redfish, Tarpon and more in the Florida Everglades Backcountry.
Real catches by this captain
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How cancellations work
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Key Largo right now
Bonefish
Permit
Redfish
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snook
Speckled Trout
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