Captain
Matthew Fann

Member since July 2024 Wanchese, United States
Background
I've been an active crew member onboard some very successful charter operations in South Florida, as well as the outer Banks of NC. I was raised in the sport fishing industry from a very young age and have followed my father's footsteps. I originally started as a "boat wash kid" where I tried to get my foot in the door in the industry. It's a rough neck industry for a young kid but I pushed my way through and eventually became a 2nd mate, first mate and after 15 years as a mate, I set a course for sea school where I would graduate with a 100 ton masters credential. I have been blessed and privileged to learn under some very well known captains who were very demanding and I feel that pressure helped me to become the captain I am today. As a captain and owner I have made honesty my highest aim. That's my personal policy and I stand by it. Now that I've climbed the ladder to the helm of my own boat, I get to teach people from all walks of life about fishing, boating and the marine world! Thanks for reading and let's go fishing!
Techniques
I really enjoy trolling as a main method as it's typically known to produce through many conditions. Live bait can at times be very useful but when the current has slowed to a crawl then trolling can increase your odds at action. Wreck fishing is also one of my favorite methods as the depths of water can really test out one's angling abilities and the mystery of what waits below! Winter time in south Florida is sailfish season and kite fishing is a great way to see high numbers.

Hey, I'm Captain Matthew Fann

Wanchese, United States
Background
I've been an active crew member onboard some very successful charter operations in South Florida, as well as the outer Banks of NC. I was raised in the sport fishing industry from a very young age and have followed my father's footsteps. I originally started as a "boat wash kid" where I tried to get my foot in the door in the industry. It's a rough neck industry for a young kid but I pushed my way through and eventually became a 2nd mate, first mate and after 15 years as a mate, I set a course for sea school where I would graduate with a 100 ton masters credential. I have been blessed and privileged to learn under some very well known captains who were very demanding and I feel that pressure helped me to become the captain I am today. As a captain and owner I have made honesty my highest aim. That's my personal policy and I stand by it. Now that I've climbed the ladder to the helm of my own boat, I get to teach people from all walks of life about fishing, boating and the marine world! Thanks for reading and let's go fishing!
Techniques
I really enjoy trolling as a main method as it's typically known to produce through many conditions. Live bait can at times be very useful but when the current has slowed to a crawl then trolling can increase your odds at action. Wreck fishing is also one of my favorite methods as the depths of water can really test out one's angling abilities and the mystery of what waits below! Winter time in south Florida is sailfish season and kite fishing is a great way to see high numbers.

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(51 reviews)
Wanchese
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $300
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(92 reviews)
Fort Lauderdale
 6 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $400

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 143 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (131)
February fishing trip
Great for families or solo
Fish were a bonus
+128
Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
84%
Friendly captain
94%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
79%
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Scott W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fish were a bonus

VERIFIED   NEW  3 hour mid morning (AM) on February 16, 2026
great captain, great experience! were on fish literally within seconds of lines hittingthe water!
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Nirpa D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing trip!!!

VERIFIED   3 hour mid morning (AM) on November 1, 2025
My husband and I went on a 3 hour morning trip. Within the first 30 minutes we caught a 7 foot sailfish!! Literally one of...
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Susan L.
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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Best experience ever

VERIFIED   3 Hour Half Day Trip on August 11, 2025
Our first time doing a fishing trip.ย  We had an amazing time. The captain was -nice-easy to talk to- very knowledgeable. He...
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Robert S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Crushed it

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on April 18, 2025
Iโ€™ve been told that you may not catch Fish on any given day, but Matt put us over Fish expertly. We caught tons of mahi and...
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Chris T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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First time fishing in Florida!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on April 14, 2025
Capt Matt was great!ย  He stayed in touch up till the day we went out. Was upfront about what to expect and had a lot of great...
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