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

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(195 reviews)
Tavernier
 3 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $625

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 195 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (242)
Amazing day with Captain Aaron!
Amazing day with Captain Aaron!
Amazing day with Captain Aaron!
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Friendly captain
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
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Amazing Day

3 Hour Reef Fishing Trip on January 18, 2025
Aaron did an amazing job taking my dad, my boyfriend and I to the reef. He was great with casting, baiting, removing the fish....
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Joe F.
Excellent
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Serious Family Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Reef Trip on October 21, 2025
Aaron was a great skipper who we will definitely go out with again. He used his knowledge to put us on great reefs where we...
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Judith B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Reef Fishing Trip - 9:00 AM on November 7, 2025
We had such a good time on the boat with Aaron. We had a beautiful day and caught a nice variety of fish!ย  Loved his hospitality...
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Philip A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great family experience

VERIFIED   3 Hour Reef Fishing Trip on July 30, 2025
Captain Aaron provided a fantastic experience and first fishing trip for our young boys and everyone enjoyed catching something....
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Robb B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Aaron

VERIFIED   NEW  Early Riser Half Day Reef Trip on January 6, 2026
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