If you’re looking for a charter to book a trip for your entire family, you should look for someone that can cater to both the avid angler and those just looking to relax under the sun. Luckily, you’ve found Good Times Key West, where you can get the “local” experience in the stunning waters of Key West.

Join Captain Justin Ferrell on board of his 24’ Sailfish. She’s a center console boat, with plenty of space for 6 anglers to move around while chasing the best bite. There’s a T-top to give you some shade, so you can take a break from reeling in keepers. If you want to enjoy the gorgeous crystal-clear waters, snorkeling equipment is available for everyone on board.

The trips are run by Capt. Justin and Capt. Ryan, two avid anglers and skilled guides – your enjoyment is paramount to them, so all charters are customizable. They’ll take you fishing for Snappers, Groupers, Sharks, Barracuda, Lobster, and many more species. They can also take you to some of the most beautiful beaches and mangroves around, where you can fire up the BBQ and listen to their incredible stories about local history. Whatever you want to do, talk to Capt. Justin and he’ll recommend the perfect combination for you.

All Sharks must be released when caught, though you should bring a waterproof camera to document your trophy catch.

Capt. Justin will have coolers with ice and bottled waters on board, but feel free to bring any beverages or snacks of your preference.

Kids are more than welcome on board and there’s no minimum age. In fact, kids are preferred guests with Good Times Key West! Families looking to relax under the sun or enthusiastic anglers looking to top their personal bests, everyone is welcome with Good Times Key West!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 hour inshore fish and cruise.
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
    US $400
    See the sights of Key West while fishing nearshore. Perfect for first timers, and those with time restraints. A verity of snapper, jacks, sharks, and barracudas are our target species.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Handline
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Jack (Horse-eye)
    Horse-eye Jack
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Shark (Lemon)
    Lemon Shark
    Cero Mackerel
    Cero Mackerel
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
    Grunt
    Grunt
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 17 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $700
    This trip is fully customizable for your pleasure! You can go fishing for Mangrove, Mutton, and Yellowtail Snapper, Black and Red Grouper, various Sharks, and whatever else you run into. If you just want to hang back and relax, the captain can take you Dolphin watching or snorkeling.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Lemon)
    Lemon Shark
    Mackerel (Atlantic)
    Atlantic Mackerel
    Lobster
    Lobster
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    Just booked! Last booked: 8 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
    US $750
    This trip is fully customizable. You can fish for a wide range of species like Snappers, Groupers, Sharks, Barracuda, and more. If you want to relax without a rod, the captain can take you on a sightseeing tour!
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Lemon)
    Lemon Shark
    Mackerel (Atlantic)
    Atlantic Mackerel
    Lobster
    Lobster
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    Four Hour Night Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
    US $850
    No need for sunblock. Bottom fishing for Snapper and Sharks often turns on in the evenings. This is a trip for a maximum of 4 anglers.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Lemon)
    Lemon Shark
    Mackerel (Atlantic)
    Atlantic Mackerel
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
    US $1,200
    Spend the day on the water like a local. Fish for a wide range of gorgeous species or snorkel in multiple locations. Beach the boat and fire up the grill for lunch, and see where the rest of the day takes us. Special equipment for full day trips includes tons of extra shade, propane grill, beach chairs, even electric fans for those hot summer days!
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Lemon)
    Lemon Shark
    Mackerel (Atlantic)
    Atlantic Mackerel
    Lobster
    Lobster
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
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FAQs about Good Times Key West

Good Times Key West offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 2 hour inshore fish and cruise. (2 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Four Hour Night Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $80 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Good Times Key West, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed Full bow cushions with a table
  • Snorkeling Equipment Always available for all guests
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Good Times Key West include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Caught during the trip; or frozen bait)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water and ice)
  • Fishing License

Good Times Key West offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Good Times Key West offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Good Times Key West include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Lobster
  • Mackerel (Atlantic)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Lemon)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)

Meet the Charter Operator

Good Times Key West
Key West, Florida, United States
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
539 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since August 2016
A marine mechanic by trade, the captain needed to get out of the shop. That's when he started Good Times Key West. Every day now he enjoys sharing the amazing activities and scenery that the Florida Keys backcountry has to offer. Fishing, snorkeling, sandbars, dolphin viewing, and much more.
Our Team
Antonio E.
Captain
Sam W.
Captain
Mike T.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Grouper (Black) Black Grouper
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle

Boat specs

Sailfish (Center console) originally built in 2011. Powered by a 300HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
24 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Full bow cushions with a table
Snorkeling Equipment
Always available for all guests
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Caught during the trip; or frozen bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water and ice
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
All ages are welcome, life jackets supplied
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Mandatory for sharks

Payment

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 322 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (295)
Great trip for kids!
Great day fishing!
Fishing
+292
Angler rating
299
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
92%
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Blake P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Outstanding family morning.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on December 22, 2023
My family of 5 had a great time with Captain Tony. The weather had been tough for days and winds were still 20mph with 30mph...
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Steven S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Trip for a sea sick prone person.

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on March 9, 2024
Asked for a calmer water trip. No specific target fish. Captain Tony really delivered for us. Caught our limit of Mangrove...
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Wallace S.
Arcadia, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Tony is a hero to my boys!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on April 1, 2023
I can’t say enough wonderful things about our day out with Tony. We have 4 boys 13, 13, 10 and 6. A rowdy bunch at times....
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Jessica R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip for kids!

VERIFIED   NEW  2 hour inshore fish and cruise. on March 26, 2024
This was the perfect first ocean fishing trip for our two sons ages 7 & 9. Everyone caught a snapper, Justin is super knowledgeable...
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MATT T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

This was the highlight of our trip to Key West!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on February 26, 2024
We had an amazing time with Good Times Key West! Our captain Matt was awesome. He was very knowledgeable and super friendly....
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