Shark River Charters 

4.9
(66 reviews)
 
State licensed
 54 Seaview Avenue, Marathon, FL 33050, United States

Shark River Charters 

Marathon, FL, United States
26 ft
4
4.9
(66 reviews)

If you like catching fish, look no further than Shark River Charters! Captain Dan Duimstra has years of experience both as a commercial fisherman and a charter operator. He'll help you reel in something exciting, no matter the species or your skill level. Join him in Marathon, Florida and take home a catch to remember.

Step aboard a 26' Parker powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine. With a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots, this vessel will get you to the fishing grounds in no time. She comes equipped with GPS, fishfinder, and a live bait well. An onboard toilet caters to your comfort. There's room for up to four passengers on board and children are welcome.

Weather permitting, Capt. Dan will take you five to six miles from shore, where you can fish the reefs for Triggerfish and various kinds of Snapper and Grouper. These are some of the most delicious species in the sea, and you're welcome to take a few home to try for yourself! You are likely to catch many other fish while casting lines near the reefs, including sharks, Mackerel, Jacks, and more. In winter, you can also kite fish for Sailfish and King Mackerel.

Shark River Charters provides a fishing license and quality tackle, featuring the craftsmanship of Fin Nor, Penn, Shimano, Saltwater Series, Star Rods, and other respected names. You may keep your catch and Capt. Dan will clean and fillet any fish that you would like to eat. Come aboard and discover what's biting below the waves in Marathon, Florida!

If you like catching fish, look no further than Shark River Charters! Captain Dan Duimstra has years of experience both as a commercial fisherman and a charter operator. He'll help you reel in something exciting, no matter the species or your skill level. Join him in Marathon, Florida and take home a catch to remember.

Step aboard a 26' Parker powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine. With a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots, this vessel will get you to the fishing grounds in no time. She comes equipped with GPS, fishfinder, and a live bait well. An onboard toilet caters to your comfort. There's room for up to four passengers on board and children are welcome.

Weather permitting, Capt. Dan will take you five to six miles from shore, where you can fish the reefs for Triggerfish and various kinds of Snapper and Grouper. These are some of the most delicious species in the sea, and you're welcome to take a few home to try for yourself! You are likely to catch many other fish while casting lines near the reefs, including sharks, Mackerel, Jacks, and more. In winter, you can also kite fish for Sailfish and King Mackerel.

Shark River Charters provides a fishing license and quality tackle, featuring the craftsmanship of Fin Nor, Penn, Shimano, Saltwater Series, Star Rods, and other respected names. You may keep your catch and Capt. Dan will clean and fillet any fish that you would like to eat. Come aboard and discover what's biting below the waves in Marathon, Florida!

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $850
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.9
66 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (56)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

Reviews (66)

  • Jennifer Schwartz
    Jennifer Schwartz
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip with a great Captain!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on May 29, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    We had an amazing trip with him! if you want an experienced captain that knows his stuff please book with him! Ge is also great with kids! We caught 17 yellow tail snappers! sharks were eating the groupers.. not captains fault! very nice man.. came home with about 10 pounds of fish that he fillet for us! we will definitely book with him again when we come back! highly recommend!!

  • James Parrott
    James Parrott
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    It’s a good life at Shark River Charters!!!!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on February 17, 2026 • 2 adults

    Thoroughly enjoyed an afternoon spent with my wife Bonnie, Captain Dan, and First Mate Jamie fishing in the Keys. Great company and weather. Greeted at the dock by a manatee and several large tarpon feasting on the snapper scraps. Star of the day was Boo Boo (ref. Yogi the Bear 😂), Jamie’s Maltipoo, a real sea dawg and cute as they come. Enjoyed Bonnie’s fresh caught mangrove snapper with huachaningo ala veracruzana sauce following the trip. Five Stars all around!

  • Lyndsey Allender
    Lyndsey Allender
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic experience!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 21, 2026 • 4 adults

    Captain Dan was excellent and the day was top notch. We caught all we wanted and it was quiet and relaxed and conversation was great. He cleaned and filleted our snapper and even recommended we take them to Frank’s in Marathon to have them cooked. We did and it capped off an already amazing day!

  • Heath Teague
    Heath Teague
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the water!

    3/4 Day Trip on June 12, 2026 • 2 adults

    Capt Dan was great. He’s very experienced, knowledgeable, and friendly. He put us in the right spot to limit out on yellow tail and grouper. Follow his advice and you’ll have your best chance at catching the most fish. He took care of everything, all we had to do was show up and fish. Highly recommend him.

  • Robert Berthiaume
    Robert Berthiaume
    us
    Idaho, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Dan was GREAT!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 20, 2026 • 2 adults

    Great guide and captain. He knew where and how to fish and we had a wonderful trip. half day trip and we caught almost a limit of snapper and got to pull in a couple shark that we released. would highly recommend! Such a great guy!

  • David Rona
    David Rona
    us
    Columbus, OH, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great experience !

    Half Day Trip (AM) on June 20, 2026 • 4 adults

    captain Dan has a lot of experience and showed us how to fish for various types of fish ! The finale at his house with him fileting the catch is also a very cool time !

  • Andy Ruegemer
    Andy Ruegemer
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    3 Man Limit

    Half Day Trip (AM) on January 8, 2026 • 2 adults

    Dan did a great job of getting us on the fish and helping us have a really good time. We fished for a half a day on the Gulf and got our limit of mangrove snappers. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.

  • Shannon Harris
    Shannon Harris
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    4.3
    Verified

    Dan was an awesome captain!

    3/4 Day Trip on January 5, 2026 • 4 adults

    Determined to find the fish, Dan knew his spots so if one was slow he had a great backup so our experience catching could continue. We caught some great Red Snapper which we took to local restaurants to feast on for lunch and dinner.

  • Christina Tune
    Christina Tune
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Captain

    Full Day Trip on July 15, 2025 • 4 adults

    We had a great day with Captain Dan. At first the trip was canceled due to the possibility of bad weather. But, after an updated weather forecast, we trudged forward. While we didn't have great luck catching keeper fish, we had a fabulous day with Captain Dan. He taught us about fishing that only an experienced fisherman knew about. He took his time teaching my teenage son and daughter Riverhow to fish. I highly recommend Shark Charters.

  • Jason Talmage
    Jason Talmage
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Freaking Amazing!!!

    Full Day Trip on December 25, 2023 • 2 adults

    I wish I could give Captain Dan 10 stars! This was the most fantastic fishing trip I've taken in my whole life! (And I've been on many) Dan is one of the most pleasant people you will ever meet! His knowledge of fishing is built over 50 years of experience. He didn't just put us on fish, he delivered non stop action for the whole 8 hour trip! We caught Red Grouper, Yellow tail, Amber Jack, Blue Runners, Croakers, Cero Mackerel, Bonita, Reef sharks, a massive Sandbar Shark, and fish I don't even remember the name of!!! I will sing the praises of Captain Dan for years to come! If you want an amazing trip with a guide that is full of knowledge and experience at a terrific price look no further! Dan you are the greatest man! Thank you for the fishing trip of a lifetime!

Rating

4.9
66 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (56)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

All reviews (66)

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Jennifer Schwartz
Jennifer Schwartz
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great trip with a great Captain!
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 29, 20262 adults1 child

We had an amazing trip with him! if you want an experienced captain that knows his stuff please book with him! Ge is also great with kids! We caught 17 yellow tail snappers! sharks were eating the groupers.. not captains fault! very nice man.. came home with about 10 pounds of fish that he fillet for us! we will definitely book with him again when we come back! highly recommend!!

Reported catch:
Yellowtail Snapper
James Parrott
James Parrott
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
It’s a good life at Shark River Charters!!!!
Half Day Trip (AM) on February 17, 20262 adults

Thoroughly enjoyed an afternoon spent with my wife Bonnie, Captain Dan, and First Mate Jamie fishing in the Keys. Great company and weather. Greeted at the dock by a manatee and several large tarpon feasting on the snapper scraps. Star of the day was Boo Boo (ref. Yogi the Bear 😂), Jamie’s Maltipoo, a real sea dawg and cute as they come. Enjoyed Bonnie’s fresh caught mangrove snapper with huachaningo ala veracruzana sauce following the trip. Five Stars all around!

Lyndsey Allender
Lyndsey Allender
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fantastic experience!
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 21, 20264 adults

Captain Dan was excellent and the day was top notch. We caught all we wanted and it was quiet and relaxed and conversation was great. He cleaned and filleted our snapper and even recommended we take them to Frank’s in Marathon to have them cooked. We did and it capped off an already amazing day!

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Response from Captain

thank you Lyndsey. I enjoyed fishing with y’all.

Heath Teague
Heath Teague
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water!
3/4 Day Trip on June 12, 20262 adults

Capt Dan was great. He’s very experienced, knowledgeable, and friendly. He put us in the right spot to limit out on yellow tail and grouper. Follow his advice and you’ll have your best chance at catching the most fish. He took care of everything, all we had to do was show up and fish. Highly recommend him.

Reported catch:
Black Grouper
Yellowtail Snapper
Robert Berthiaume
Robert Berthiaume
us
Idaho, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Captain Dan was GREAT!
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 20, 20262 adults

Great guide and captain. He knew where and how to fish and we had a wonderful trip. half day trip and we caught almost a limit of snapper and got to pull in a couple shark that we released. would highly recommend! Such a great guy!

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Response from Captain

Thanks Robert

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2011
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Pilothouse
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots
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