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Located in Marathon, Florida, Island Girl Charters offers a variety of exciting opportunities to get out on the water! Whether you want to battle notorious Shark species close to shore, combine top-notch reef fishing with snorkeling or battle big game fish offshore, Captain Lori Mccoy and Ricky Moran welcomes you to come aboard for the adventure of a lifetime. Even better? Anglers of all ages and skill levels are welcome, so make this a family trip to remember!

Capt. Lori grew up on the water and has been fishing since she was a little girl, regularly spending summers exploring Florida’s “fishing village,” Destin. She has over 40 years of angling experience under her belt, and prides herself on offer fully customizable adventures that’ll turn you into a true fishing fanatic! 

You’ll be traveling on board a 31’ Stamas center console, built to cruise a variety of fishing grounds. She has room for up to 6 guests and is decked out with the hottest safety and navigational

Head to the local reefs, and you’ll have the chance to hook Yellowtail Snapper, as well as bottom fishing for other species. This is a great option for beginners. If you want to stay near shore and hook notorious sea beasts, you can target Shark species in the calmer waters of the Gulf. Ready for a challenge? Capt. Lori  or ricky will take you up to 30 miles offshore,

You won’t just be angling, either – opt for a mixed trip and combine top-notch fishing action with snorkeling the beautiful waters of Sombrero Lighthouse, or All fishing gear is included, so all that’s left is to come aboard Island Girl Charters for an incredible adventure! auto-tip 20% enabled.

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Get ready for some excitement and bending rods!!!!   Enjoy an awesome time and see sharks up close.    We can catch lemon, black tip, spinners, bull, tiger, nurse sharks and more.  Fishing is in the calm waters of Florida Bay.

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Choose to fish, snorkel, boat tour, have lunch at a fantastic restaurant – your choice. All licenses included. We will clean your catch and provide bags for it. If for some reason it is too rough to snorkel, you will fish and have a tour or just fish. Bring your snorkeling gear.

Half Day Trip – Mix It Up

This 4-hour trip will see you heading to several spots, either in the bay or by the reefs, depending on the time of year and conditions. You'll chum up the waters and target Yellowtail Snapper, and at the same time will be bottom fishing and have a line out to tempt other species that may swim by. Your captain will provide rods, reels, bait, tackle, a fishing license. so just make sure you bring plenty of sunscreen and a camera!

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You can mix this 4-hour trip up any way you'd like! Combine fishing with snorkeling, It's up to you! For example, you can spend half of your day fishing the reefs, then travel over to Sombrero Lighthouse for some snorkeling. Your captain will provide rods, reels, bait, tackle, and a fishing license. Choose your own adventure and get ready for an incredible time on the water! Bring your own snorkeling gear. If we can't snorkel, we'll just fish or maybe a boat tour.

Half Day Trip – Mix It Up (PM)

This 4-hour trip will see you heading to several spots, either in the bay or by the reefs, depending on the time of year and conditions. You'll chum up the waters and target Yellowtail Snapper, and at the same time will be bottom fishing and have a line out to tempt other species that may swim by. Your captain will provide rods, reels, bait, tackle, a fishing license, and snacks and drinks, so just make sure you bring plenty of sunscreen and a camera!

Half Day Trip (PM)

On this 6-hour trip, you'll head to several spots either in the bay or along the reef, depending on the time of year and water conditions. You'll target Yellowtail Snapper by chumming up the waters, as well as bottom fishing and throwing a line out for various other species that may swim by. Your captain will provide rods, reels, bait, tackle, and your fishing license, so all you need to bring is some sunscreen and a sense of adventure!

3/4 Day Trip

Mix fishing along with snorkeling or another activity such as a boat tour or sandbar (sandbar trips are subject to conditions). If we cannot snorkel because of the weather, the trip will be fishing or fishing and a tour. Bring your snorkeling gear.

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