My daughter and I booked a split charter with Capt Buddy - fished in AM, then again in the PM. We had numerous opportunities on tarpon with one good hookup which wrapped the line around the bridge. Countless barracudas hit our lines while fishing for tarpon,  but bit the line before landing.
We also landed some Jack Crevalle, bonefish, a bonnethead shark and other types of fish. He worked hard, moved and tried different tactics based on the conditions.  We couldn’t ask for anything more - I definitely recommend him.

Joe and Vicki Yakobosky

We had a great time with Captain Buddy! We booked a 3/4 day and had plenty of time and nothing ever felt rushed. Buddy sure knows how to get on the fish! I feel like he went above and beyond to make sure the day was great.  We caught lots of fish and had some good laughs. Exactly what I had in mind when I booked the charter!

I would definitely recommend Captain Buddy and look forward to fishing with him again on our next trip to Marathon.
Lance & Karen

We booked two full days with Capt. Buddy out of Marathon. Unfortunately the weather did not cooperate the second day, and we couldn’t go out (he did not charge us for the second day). But the first day was great.  We caught spanish mackeral then used a few to catch a black tip shark. It was fun watching such a large creature jump out of the water. We also caught trout, red snapper and a total of 14 species.  I wanted a barracuda, but after a few follows without strikes Capt. Buddy said the water just wasn’t quite warm enough.

Capt. Buddy was very knowledgable and friendly, and a patient instructor on different fishing techniques.  His boat was very quiet even running 25 mph allowing conversation on the runs. He kept 4 of us catching fish, which wasn’t easy on that size boat. His equipment was all in good repair.

I would definitely fish with him again and hope to bring my young boys next time. Besides, he still owes me a barracuda.

If you are in the keys looking to charter a boat don’t look any farther. Book your trip with Buddy Lapointe in Marathon fla. Been fishing in fla for over 40 yrs on all sorts of charter boats and Capt Buddy is by far the best. Friendly, knowledgeable,  and puts you on fish. Caught mangrove snappers, Cero and Spanish mackerels, trout, Jack’s, and 6 sharks. If you want to have a great time book a trip now. You won’t be disappointed. Thanks Capt from John, Michelle and Jackie. We will be booking with you again in the near future. Stay healthy and we will be seeing you again. Take care

Fantastic trip!!!  Buddy put us on the fish all day.  My son caught a 55lb tarpon on the first cast of the morning.  He then caught a nice barracuda and topped it off with several skipjacks for the trifecta!  Buddy was extremely helpful and you will not find a more knowledgeable guide in the Keys.  We had a wonderful day and made amazing memories.  Thank you Captain Buddy!  I can’t wait to get back…