Captain
Aaron Nelson

Member since June 2023 Tavernier, United States
Background
Originally from Indiana, I moved to Islamorada in 2018 chasing warm sunshine & fishing dreams. Learning the ropes on head boats & private charters as a mate. Naturally, I took the next step of becoming a Captain & running my own charters. The amazing fishing, places, people, wildlife & beautiful waters make the keys my island paradise. I try to share those vibes with folks who join me on the boat. Any day out on the water is a day to be treasured.
Techniques
Light tackle Drift baits Bottom fishing

Hey, I'm Captain Aaron Nelson

Tavernier, United States
Background
Originally from Indiana, I moved to Islamorada in 2018 chasing warm sunshine & fishing dreams. Learning the ropes on head boats & private charters as a mate. Naturally, I took the next step of becoming a Captain & running my own charters. The amazing fishing, places, people, wildlife & beautiful waters make the keys my island paradise. I try to share those vibes with folks who join me on the boat. Any day out on the water is a day to be treasured.
Techniques
Light tackle Drift baits Bottom fishing
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(182 reviews)
Angler's choice
Tavernier
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Trips from US $625

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 182 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing Trip
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Angler rating
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Megan C.
Miami, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The best!

NEW  3 Hour Reef Fishing Trip on October 21, 2025
Weโ€™ve gone out with Captain Aaron three times now, and every trip has been awesome. He really knows his stuff and makes the...
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Karen K.
Excellent
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Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing Trip!!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Reef Trip on September 23, 2025
Hi Everyone!!ย  My group booked a trip with Aaron while we were in the keys.ย  We are not experienced fishermen, with My husband...
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Bryce P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Most Fun Captain in the Keys

VERIFIED   Half Day Reef Trip on June 21, 2025
Its pretty much standard at this point that captains in the Keys can put you on most any species you want. Sometimes there...
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Rick S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The best time with Capt. Aaron!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Reef Trip on July 12, 2025
Our family fished with Captain Aaron during our stay in the Keys. We had the best time and caught many fish including mangrove...
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Kasia M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Experience with Capt Aaron!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Reef Fishing Trip on August 2, 2025
My husband and I took my 5 and 7 year olds for their very first fishing trip. I was a bit worried they would get bored and...
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