Charter Operator
Capt. Conch Charters

Member since March 2016 Key West, United States
Background
I was born and raised in Key West, and started fishing with my grandfather at the tender age of 8 years old. My grandfather taught me how to fish, and instilled in me a great love and respect for the ocean. As I grew I knew that this is what I wanted to do with my life. As soon as I was able to shake my parents notion that one day I would head off to college, I began to fish in earnest. I started in the commercial industry trapping, diving, and hand lining. Though I enjoyed that life immensely I also enjoy showing people a good time, and showing off my craft. which led me into the charter boat industry. I went from first mate to owner of 4 charter boats at historical charterboat row. I have learned from the best in the industry, and have passed my knowledge onto my crews. I believe that all fishermen are show offs. They know that it is not easy to go fishing and actually catch fish, and that's what they do. Come on out and hang with our showoffs, I promise you will be entertained.

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Key West, United States
Background
I was born and raised in Key West, and started fishing with my grandfather at the tender age of 8 years old. My grandfather taught me how to fish, and instilled in me a great love and respect for the ocean. As I grew I knew that this is what I wanted to do with my life. As soon as I was able to shake my parents notion that one day I would head off to college, I began to fish in earnest. I started in the commercial industry trapping, diving, and hand lining. Though I enjoyed that life immensely I also enjoy showing people a good time, and showing off my craft. which led me into the charter boat industry. I went from first mate to owner of 4 charter boats at historical charterboat row. I have learned from the best in the industry, and have passed my knowledge onto my crews. I believe that all fishermen are show offs. They know that it is not easy to go fishing and actually catch fish, and that's what they do. Come on out and hang with our showoffs, I promise you will be entertained.

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.6 / 5
(152 reviews)
Key West
 Last booking: 6 days ago
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Trips from US $225
Excellent
4.5 / 5
(143 reviews)
Key West
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Trips from US $225
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(96 reviews)
Key West
 3 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $99
Excellent
4.5 / 5
(5 reviews)
Key West
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $900

Fishing Reports

Sailfish on the reef
Sailfish on the reef
Jan 16, 2017 Key West
Key West fishing has been red hot on the reef this week. The ballyhoo are moving in on our shallow reefs in huge numbers, and with them the predators are sure to follow. We have been catching barracuda, cero mackerel , kingfish, and sailfish. Picture this - we are nearing the reef and in the distance we can see the frigate birds diving and circling near a low water reef. As we approach we can see the ballyhoo being driven out of the water in wave after wave, and the frigate birds diving to the water to pick the tasty morsels right out of the air. Underneath, the predators await the inevitable splash of their prey returning to the water. Nearer still, we can now make out the cobalt blue form of the sailfish as he rises from the depth to feed. There is no greater thrill in the fishing world than seeing a group of sailfish feeding on the reef. Because they are feeding in 5 to 20 feet of water you can watch as they dart around setting up their prey for the attack. First, light blue as they try to blend in with there surroundings. Then, cobalt blue as they rise from the depth, their sail raised high, they now corral the bait and move in for the kill. The first thing to know is you better have live ballyhoo ready to go - they will not look at anything else when they are in this kind of frenzy. The next thing to know is to be aggressive, this is one of the most intense types of fishing you can do on the reef. These fish are moving fast and you must be ready to react quickly. Please book with us. Let us entertain you.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 396 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (325)
Fishing with Gill
Phenomenal Family Fun
Phenomenal Family Fun
+322
Angler rating
306
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
86%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
85%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
77%
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Jody R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Paid 4 xs more in previous outings and had a far better experience Tosh๐Ÿค˜๐Ÿป

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore Family Trip on March 22, 2025
Amazing Capt Tosh, what an amazing trip today. Thank you her ability to help all and care about the environment was not...
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George S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Crew

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore Family Trip on July 24, 2025
These guys were very knowledgeable and helpful.
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Boris P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome family experience

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore Family Trip on May 29, 2025
This is awesome for families, especially for someone who doesnโ€™t want to spend a lot of money. Kids love it, you will catch...
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Vicki H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Almost Limit

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Private on May 23, 2025
I would recommend this charter! The captain put us on the fish, and the first mate, Mason kept the poles in the water. We caught...
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Rachel Van Den Hout
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore Family Trip on February 4, 2025
Our family of seven fished with Tosh and Luis on the Stella Blue! What an awesome day on the water! Tosh was amazing and filled...
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