Shark River Charters 

4.9/5 (56 reviews)
 54 Seaview Avenue, Marathon, FL 33050, United States

Shark River Charters 

4.9/5 (56 reviews)
map-thumbnail
54 Seaview Avenue
Marathon, FL, United States

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!

Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading

Rating

4.9
56 reviews
5
50
4
3
3
1
2
0
1
0
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (39)

It’s a good life at Shark River Charters!!!!
It’s a good life at Shark River Charters!!!!
It’s a good life at Shark River Charters!!!!
It’s a good life at Shark River Charters!!!!
3 Man Limit
3 Man Limit
+33

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
93%
Recommended
92%
Caught fish

All reviews (56)

Filter
Showing 15 of 56 reviews
James Parrott
James Parrott
5.0
Verified
New
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!
Review media 0
Review media 1
Review media 1
Review media 2
0
Christina Tune
Christina Tune
5.0
Verified
Great Captain
Full Day Trip on July 15, 20254 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.
Review media 0
Review media 1
Review media 2
Reported catch:
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
1
Andrew Ruegemer
Andrew Ruegemer
5.0
Verified
3 Man Limit
Half Day Trip (AM) on January 8, 20262 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.
Review media 0
Review media 0
0
Barbara Wukitsch
Barbara Wukitsch
5.0
Verified
New
February fishing trip
3/4 Day Trip on February 24, 20262 adults
0
Bryan ANDRADA
Bryan ANDRADA
5.0
Verified
Capt Dan is great!
3/4 Day Trip on February 5, 20263 adults1 child
We had some weather issues and Capt Dan's flexibility was great! We caught some fish but not a lot because of the cold temps.
0

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
Select date to see availability
March 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Loading...
Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Almost there...
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 7:30 AM
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:30 AM
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 7:30 AM
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
There are 7 people looking at this charter.

Rating

4.9
56 reviews
5
50
4
3
3
1
2
0
1
0
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (39)

It’s a good life at Shark River Charters!!!!
It’s a good life at Shark River Charters!!!!
It’s a good life at Shark River Charters!!!!
It’s a good life at Shark River Charters!!!!
3 Man Limit
3 Man Limit
+33

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
93%
Recommended
92%
Caught fish

All reviews (56)

Filter
Showing 15 of 56 reviews
James Parrott
James Parrott
5.0
Verified
New
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!
Review media 0
Review media 1
Review media 1
Review media 2
0
Christina Tune
Christina Tune
5.0
Verified
Great Captain
Full Day Trip on July 15, 20254 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.
Review media 0
Review media 1
Review media 2
Reported catch:
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
1
Andrew Ruegemer
Andrew Ruegemer
5.0
Verified
3 Man Limit
Half Day Trip (AM) on January 8, 20262 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.
Review media 0
Review media 0
0
Barbara Wukitsch
Barbara Wukitsch
5.0
Verified
New
February fishing trip
3/4 Day Trip on February 24, 20262 adults
0
Bryan ANDRADA
Bryan ANDRADA
5.0
Verified
Capt Dan is great!
3/4 Day Trip on February 5, 20263 adults1 child
We had some weather issues and Capt Dan's flexibility was great! We caught some fish but not a lot because of the cold temps.
0

FAQs about Shark River Charters

Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading

The fish you can target

Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
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
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading

What’s biting in Marathon right now

Loading

Compare similar fishing charters

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...