Poppa Wahoo
Charter operator

Poppa Wahoo

Islamorada, United States
Veteran owned
8 reviews
Operating a 54' Hatteras Sportfishing, Capt. Brian ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Islamorada, Florida. Keep your eyes peeled for Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Gag Grouper and Amberjack as you try your hand at bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, fly fishing, and more. For special requests, such as kite fishing, message Capt. Brian.
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Rating

5.0
8 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

All reviews (8)

Showing 1 – 5 of 8 reviews
  • James Smith
    James Smith
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fish On!!

    3/4 Day Trip • 4 adults

    Had a great time woth Poppa Wahoo. Cpt. George was very intentive on what we wantes to catch. He first put on a slew of yellowtail snapper. And they were some large ones too. After that we headed to hunt Mahi. We found blackfin tuna instead. no issues there. Put some of them on the boat too. The first mate Ricky did a great job. Very knowledgeable woth fishing in the Keys. I would toldly recommend Poppa Wahoo for your next trip. Thank you for providing my family and I a great time and memories. Will charter them again when we come again. Fish On!!!

    Reported catch:
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Chris Cottone
    Chris Cottone
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    great boat and crew!

    3/4 Day Trip • 6 adults

    larger boat (53ft), AC cabin and a wonderful crew. owner (brian) is fast to respond to questions and plans. we did catch about 10 fish. we just happened to go out on a rough day so that's the only reason it wasn't an 'amazing' trip but obviously that's outside everyone's control. in this case, the bigger boat did help some in that regard

    Reported catch:
    Yellowtail Snapper
  • David Epstein
    David Epstein
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0

    10/10 recommend! Incredible crew, pristine boat, and unmatched service.

    Full Day Trip

    The boat is beautiful, clean, and features comfortable A/C and restrooms. But what sets them apart is the VIP concierge service. Arriving at 7:00 AM to find our exact coffee, drink preferences, and breakfast sandwiches already onboard was a game-changer. They take care of you from start to finish. If you’re debating which charter to choose, save yourself the time and book this one right now!

    Reported catch:
    Sailfish
  • Jarrod Kilway
    Jarrod Kilway
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Trip Ever!

    Full Day Trip • 4 adults

    Captain Rick and Wyatt were best ever! Great time, tons of fish and accomidating! will have a ton of footage coming and cant wait for next trip!

    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Aaron Rosenthal
    Aaron Rosenthal
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2022
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Keys Fishing Trip

    3/4 Day Trip • 6 adults

    This was a great Keys fishing charter. Captain George and Wyatt both awesome.

    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Response from Charter operator

    thank you Aaron the crew said you guys are awesome as well!!!!

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Poppa Wahoo – Veteran Owned in Islamorada

Flats fishing gets better and better in October, while Wahoo and Blackfin Tuna, bite well offshore. As the waters cool, reef fishing also picks up, with lots of delicious Grouper and Snapper.

Top catches for October

Fishing reports

Reef bite is on fire

Jul 17, 2026 • Islamorada
This week Due to the weed situation we've been spending a lot more time fishing the reefs and drop off. The yellowtail Snapper bite has been Awesome we are currently in the middle of a Mangrove Snapper spawn And they are chewing as well! Check out the African Pompano we caught this week. Also the drops have been good for amberjack and Vermilion snapper. Still catching quite a few mahi here as well just requires a longer day Tight lines! Captain Brian
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Close-up of fishing rods mounted on the boat's console, showcasing the setup for a day of deep-sea fishing.

? EPIC DAY ON THE WATER WITH POPPA WAHOO

May 25, 2026 • Islamorada
What an absolute day of fishing out in Islamorada! Huge shoutout to Captain George and the crew on the Poppa Wahoo for putting this amazing family on the meat today! ?⚓️ We headed out of The Marina at Three Waters Resort under picture-perfect Florida Keys skies, and the fish did not disappoint. The kids got to experience some fast-and-furious action, reeling in a massive limit-style haul of delicious Yellowtail Snapper after we got a wild chum line going. But the absolute highlight of the trip? Getting to watch the crew team up and muscle a trophy-sized Black Grouper up from the bottom! Reeling in a beast like that takes some serious strength, and this awesome family handled it like absolute pros. ?? From heavy-tackle battles to a cooler completely stuffed with snapper for dinner, this is what Keys sportfishing is all about—making unforgettable memories with the crew that matters most.❤️
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Two anglers proudly displaying a large Tarpon while enjoying a fishing trip on the water.

?? SILVER KING SUCCESS ON THE POPPA BAY!

May 25, 2026 • Islamorada
Third time is definitely a charm! We always love having these two awesome friends out with us, and today's trip on the Poppa Bay was one for the books. ⚓️? Captain Rick Martin took the bay boat out into the backcountry channels, and it didn't take long before these guys hooked into the ultimate bucket-list fighter—an absolute powerhouse of a Tarpon! If you've ever tried to bow to the king, you know just how insane these aerial battles can be. This silver king put up a massive, hard-charging fight, but the guys handled the rod like absolute pros and brought him right up to the bow for an epic photo before a clean release. ?? Every time these two step on board, we know it's going to be a day full of big laughs, great energy, and tight lines. Thanks for always bringing the good vibes out on the water, guys!
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Two anglers proudly displaying a large Mahi-Mahi on a fishing boat in deep blue waters.

Dolphin Days at Whale Harbor Marina! ?⚓️

May 25, 2026 • Islamorada
The bite was ON today aboard the Poppa Wahoo Too with Captain Rick Martin at the helm! We slipped out of Whale Harbor Marina early this morning under picture-perfect skies, ready to hunt. It didn't take long for the action to heat up! After setting the spread, we had a serious rod-bending moment when this gorgeous Dolphin Fish (Mahi-Mahi) smashed the lure. Watching this vibrant gaffer clear the water and fight like a champion is what Islamorada sportfishing is all about! Huge thanks to Captain Rick Martin for putting us on the fish and guiding us to victory. The crew handled the deck perfectly, and the Poppa Wahoo Too performed flawlessly. From the reel scream to the gaff in the box, this was an absolute textbook day on the water. Check out the colors on this beauty! ? Catch you all at the dock for the "hook and cook"!
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Caught a big grouper today!

May 17, 2026 • Islamorada
Fishing in 60' today on the reef caught a beautiful Grouper.
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