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
(168 reviews)
Angler's choice
Tavernier
 Last booking: 2 hours ago
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Trips from US $625

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 168 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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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
99%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Chris O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome day of fishing

VERIFIED   NEW  Special 3 hour trip for Chris Orlaska on July 1, 2025
Captain Aaron brings good vibes! An awesome day on the water. He is the absolute best. We caught a ton of fish and he is patient...
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Dustin T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Reef Trip on June 30, 2025
Captain Aaron was amazing. He put us right on the fish, was great with kids and took care of us in every way imaginable. He...
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Jeff S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Snapped an Uglystik

VERIFIED   NEW  Early Riser Half Day Reef Trip on July 10, 2025
Great trip with Capt Aaron. 12+ Mangrove Snapper 6+ YellowTail Snapper 2 small Red Grouper bunch It...
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TERRY M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Aaron did a fantastic job

VERIFIED   NEW  Early Riser Half Day Reef Trip on June 25, 2025
Captain Aaron put us on the fish and handled everything to give us a great experience. Certainly recommend him and would use...
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Tyler W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
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Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Sun King!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Reef Fishing Trip on June 17, 2025
Captain Aaron was great! From the minute we arrived to board the boat he was a joy to be around! He was energetic, knowledgeable...
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