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Top Gun Charters Miami

Federally permitted
9 reviews
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4000 Crandon Blvd
Key Biscayne FL, United States

Top Gun Charters is your answer to offshore fishing from Key Biscayne. Test your skills on the area’s great variety of big game species in the company of a top level outfitter that settles for nothing less than the very best. Offering private Half and Full day deep sea fishing trips, specialty Tuna and Swordfish charters, as well as trips to the beautiful Bahamas and back, Top Gun Charters is an unparalleled outfitter in the Key Biscayne area.

Top Gun is a fast, sturdy and spacious luxury Hatteras, outfitted with roomy air-conditioned salon and a luxurious head, and powered by modern engines. The boat also features a toilet on board, and comes equipped with the standard marine and navigational electronics a charter might need, such as top of the line GPS, radio, Fishfinder as well as a multimedia system. 41 foot long, the boat can comfortably accommodate fishing groups of up to 6 people per charter.

From their dock in Key Biscayne all the way to the Bahamas, Top Gun Charters goes where the fish are. They are committed to providing you with an unforgettable fishing trip. The Miami area is teeming with trophy pelagics, such as Sailfish, Marlin and Swordfish, Dolphin fish (Dorado), Tuna, Cobia, King Mackerel, Amberjack, Snapper, Grouper and many others.

Captain Nel is happy to provide you with all the fishing gear your group will need, along with both live and artificial bait. Nel is a member of the Daiwa Captain’s Program so you’ll be using Daiwa reels exclusively, wheres all the rods are custom made to the crew’s specifications.

Please note that the gratuities are not included in the overall trip price (20% for the First Mate).

  • Fishing License
  • Live Bait
  • You Keep Catch
  • Toilet
  • Child Friendly
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ice Box
  • Rods, reels & tackle

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Bimini Bahamas Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Day Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    $2,800
    price breakdown
    $2,800
    Looking for the ultimate fishing adventure from the Florida Keys? Come aboard the Top Gun and travel to the Bahamas, where you will fish every day for species such as Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi-Mahi, Wahoo, and many more. Accommodation is not included - usually people stay in hotels close to the marina.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip - Swordfishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $1,400
    price breakdown
    $1,400
    A full day targeting Swordfish offshore. Daytime Swordfishing is an exciting experience, and the crew provides electric or conventional reels for your choosing. Night time sword fishing is also available.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip (8-10 hours)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $1,200
    price breakdown
    $1,200
    On this trip you can travel further offshore, usually heading up to about 20 miles out to the Florida Straits, or to famous fishing spots such as the Triumph, Ajax and Pacific Reefs. Start by gathering the live bait you will need, and then head out into the ocean in search of Sailfish, Mahi-Mahi, Kingfish, Tuna, Wahoo, and many more exciting game fish. If you want to try bottom fishing, that is also an option - all the gear is provided, whatever type of fishing you want to do.
  • Private trip
    Twilight Tuna Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 3:30 PM
    $900
    price breakdown
    $900
    These trips usually run from late April to June. Head out to fish for Blackfin Tuna at the best time of day to catch them - just as the sun is setting. You will be trolling with live bait, which you will catch as you head offshore to the fishing grounds. Enjoy sashimi on the boat on this one of a kind fishing experience.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip - Afternoon
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    $800
    price breakdown
    $800
    Start the trip by fishing for live bait, then head out to troll for species such as Kingfish, Mahi-Mahi, Sailfish, and more depending on the season. At five hours long, this trip gives you an extra hour on the water compared to most charters. Trips usually take place between North Miami Beach and the Gateway of the Keys: Fowey Rocks, Brewster and Star Reef.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip - Morning
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $800
    price breakdown
    $800
    A five hour long trip which will get you fishing in the North Miami Beach area to the Gateway of the Keys: Fowey Rocks, Brewster and Star Reef. You will start by collecting live bait, then you will head off to fish for species such as Mahi-Mahi, Sailfish, and King Mackerel (Kingfish).
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About the Captain

Nel Martinez
Key Biscayne, Florida, United States
Angler's Choice
ID & License verified
10 Customer Reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since May 2014
Miami born and bred, Captain Nel has been fishing the local hotspots since he was a boy. He's no stranger to the international sportfishing scene either, having personally tested the waterways of Bahamas, Mexico, British Virgin Islands and more. A kite fishing enthusiast, he'll go out of his way to make sure everybody's having fun.

About this listing

Targeted Species

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Barracuda (Great)
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Grouper (Black) Grouper (Black)
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue) Marlin (Blue)
Sailfish Sailfish

Shark (Hammerhead) Shark (Hammerhead)
Snapper (Red) Snapper (Red)
Swordfish Swordfish
Tuna (Blackfin) Tuna (Blackfin)

Boat Specs

Hatteras (Convertible) originally built in 1986, and restored in 2015. Powered by 2 480HP Cummins engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 22 knots.

Length
41 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of Fishing

Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing Techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Life Jackets
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia System
Outriggers
Ice Box
Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Life Jackets
Fishfinder
Bed

Trip Includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

Customers can cancel or modify their booking up to 7 days before the trip date free of charge. If the trip is canceled or modified later, or in the event of a no-show, 100% of the deposit will be charged.

Listing Policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
Pay remaining balance to captain
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
Checks

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Customer Reviews

Rating Summary
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4.70
out of 5 stars from 9 reviews
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Full Day with Captain Nel on Top Gun II
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Good experience
75%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Catch intended fish
75%
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Cody M.
Charlotte, North Carolina
 4.00
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Full Day with Captain Albert and Kyle

VERIFIED   June 21, 2019
I had originally booked this trip as dusk Tuna trip but Captain Nel did a great job of working with me to change it up as there...
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Scott P.
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 5.00
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Full Day with Captain Nel on Top Gun II

VERIFIED   August 31, 2018
Had a great day fishing with the Top Gun crew.  Mahi’s, Cuda, Bonita, Bar-Jack’s, etc.,  caught a little bit...
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Teodoro R.
Miami, Florida
 5.00
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Fishing with Nel

VERIFIED   July 3, 2019
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Chris E.
Costa Mesa, California
 4.67
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Great Client Outing

VERIFIED   February 22, 2016
Great day of fishing on Top Gun with Captain Nel.  Had food and drink ready for us upon arrival, Captain and First Mate...
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Efrain I.
Miami, FL
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Half day trip

VERIFIED   May 19, 2018
Great trip with a very experienced and professional crew. Capt Adam was great knew all the honey holes. First Mate Albert was...
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