Shark River Charters
+12If 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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Dan Duimstra
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+26Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Appropriate for children
95%
Friendly captain
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
91%
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Captain Dan is fun to ride with!
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 11, 2025
Captain Dan is very knowledgeable. Nice clean boat. I would recommend him blindfolded.
Captain Dan is very knowledgeable. Nice clean boat. I would recommend him blindfolded.
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Half Day Trip (AM) on July 5, 2025
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Half Day Trip (AM) on May 18, 2025
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July fishing trip
3/4 Day Trip on July 26, 2024
Overall experience was great! We enjoyed fishing with Captain Dan and would recommend him to others. Will definitely be back!
Overall experience was great! We enjoyed fishing with Captain Dan and would recommend him to others. Will definitely be back!
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Great experience
3/4 Day Trip on August 10, 2024
Awesome trip, would recommend it to anyone great captain and he had lots of knowledge.
Awesome trip, would recommend it to anyone great captain and he had lots of knowledge.
FAQs about Shark River Charters
What are the trip rates for Shark River Charters?
Shark River Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $600 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $700 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
- US $800 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Shark River Charters?
When you book a trip with Shark River Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Shark River Charters?
Trips booked with Shark River Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (Fin Nor, Saltwater Series, Star Rods)
- Live Bait (Prepared before the trip)
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Shark River Charters offer?
Shark River Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing (up to 6 miles)
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Shark River Charters offer?
Shark River Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Spinning
- Popping
- Kite Fishing (Equipment provided)
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Shark River Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Shark River Charters include:
- Amberjack
- Barracuda (Great)
- Grouper (Black)
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Red)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Mutton)
- Snapper (Yellowtail)
- Triggerfish (Gray)
Meet your captain
Marathon, Florida, United States
Fishing has been my only profession, having spent 30 years in the commercial fishing industry and over 16 years as the owner/operator at Shark River Charters. If you enjoy catching fish, you’ll love my charter. I like to go after Snappers and Groupers - you hold the fishing pole, feel the bite and reel em in. When not on the water you'll find Capt Dan in the Dakota's chasing birds with his Boykin Spaniel Kip
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
up to 6 miles
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Popping
Kite Fishing
Equipment provided
Deep Sea Fishing
What's on board
Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
Fin Nor, Saltwater Series, Star Rods
Live Bait
Prepared before the trip
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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
BYO children's life vest
You Keep Catch
How to pay
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
Checks
What’s biting in Marathon right now
Amberjack
Barracuda (Great)
Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Red)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Mutton)
Snapper (Yellowtail)