Magnus Nilsson
Captain

Magnus Nilsson

Key West, United States
25+ reviews
Ride in comfort aboard the largest charter boat at historic charter boat row! Captain Magnus is born to fish and knows the Key West waters like the back of his hand. MEET THE CREW: Captain Magnus is the Owner/Operator of THE ULTRA GRAND SLAM FIVE (((5))) STAR SPORT FISHING CHARTERS! Known as 'The Key West Fishing Viking' Capt. Magnus catches the Big Ones running out of the World Famous Charter Boat Row. THE ULTRA GRAND SLAM is a Fully Equipped, Deep Sea, Sports Fishing Cruiser and, is one of the few with Air Conditioning!!! His First Mate, Ross has been making it happen for over 20 years and has caught 3,600 Billfish to date!!! Together with Captain Magnus, they are the hardest working crew in Key West. Be there when they make it #3,601!!!

Charter

Rating

4.6
38 reviews
4.4
Boat & Equipment
4.8
Captain & Crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

91%
Recommend this charter
80%
Caught fish

All reviews (38)

Showing 1 – 5 of 38 reviews
  • Patrick Clark
    Patrick Clark
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent Experience

    Half Day Deep Sea Sportfishing • 3 adults

    Unbelievable experience. The guys worked hard to catch great fish. Snagged barracuda and king fish. Took fillets downtown to local restaurants for catch and cook that were unreal.

  • Aaron Pitterman
    Aaron Pitterman
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2020
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great crew!

    3/4 Day – Deep Sea Sportfishing • 3 adults

    We had a great trip. Amazing crew.

    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Response from Captain

    Thank you Aaron, looking forward to next time.

  • Russell Mcallister
    Russell Mcallister
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    4.3
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    3/4 Day – Deep Sea Sportfishing • 5 adults
    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Chris Brigham
    Chris Brigham
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2025

    The captain canceled

    Trip was supposed to happen on December 30, 2025
    The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
  • Michael Mcdorman
    Michael Mcdorman
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Full day trip

    Full Day – Deep Sea Sportfishing • 4 adults

    We had a great time and caught a lot of Dolphin. The captain and first mate were awsome . If you want the best boat and crew this is it no need to look any further.

    Response from Captain

    Thank you Michael, it was indeed great fishing with you guys

Real catches shared by our community

  • Ultra Grand Slam Sport Fishing
    Ultra Grand Slam Sport FishingKey West, FL
    Excellent Experience
    Patrick C.
    Patrick C.
  • Ultra Grand Slam Sport Fishing
    Ultra Grand Slam Sport FishingKey West, FL
    Better late than never!
    Kenneth R.
    Kenneth R.
  • Ultra Grand Slam Sport Fishing
    Ultra Grand Slam Sport FishingKey West, FL
    Great crew
    Rodney J.
    Rodney J.
  • Ultra Grand Slam Sport Fishing
    Ultra Grand Slam Sport FishingKey West, FL
    Full day trip
    Michael M.
    Michael M.
  • Ultra Grand Slam Sport Fishing
    Ultra Grand Slam Sport FishingKey West, FL
    Fishing with Magnus
    Robert Y.
    Robert Y.
  • Ultra Grand Slam Sport Fishing
    Ultra Grand Slam Sport FishingKey West, FL
    3/4 day trip with the family
    Marius S.
    Marius S.
  • Ultra Grand Slam Sport Fishing
    Ultra Grand Slam Sport FishingKey West, FL
    6 hour trip
    Mark P.
    Mark P.
  • Ultra Grand Slam Sport Fishing
    Ultra Grand Slam Sport FishingKey West, FL
    Full Day Fishing
    Amy S.
    Amy S.
  • Ultra Grand Slam Sport Fishing
    Ultra Grand Slam Sport FishingKey West, FL
    Great day fishing
    Richard  .
    Richard .
  • Ultra Grand Slam Sport Fishing
    Ultra Grand Slam Sport FishingKey West, FL
    Half day trip with Capt Magnus and Travis
    Todd B.
    Todd B.

What's biting with Ultra Grand Slam Sport Fishing in Key West

Late fall sees the reefs come alive. Large numbers of baitfish attract delicacies such as Yellowtail Snappers, Groupers, and Mutton Snappers, which then arrive in boats and on the dinner table. 

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