Captain
Art Duplessis

Member since May 2015 Key West, United States
Background
Captain Art is a veteran guide that took his passion for fishing from Alaska all the way down to Costa Rica. He considers himself not old enough to be grumpy, yet young enough to do all he can to ensure a fun and memorable trip for Wild Bill's guests.
Techniques
Offshore and reef fishing for Sailfish, Wahoo, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Snapper, Kingfish, and several species of shark (Blacktip, Hammerhead, Lemon, Tiger, Blacknose)

Hey, I'm Captain Art Duplessis

Key West, United States
Background
Captain Art is a veteran guide that took his passion for fishing from Alaska all the way down to Costa Rica. He considers himself not old enough to be grumpy, yet young enough to do all he can to ensure a fun and memorable trip for Wild Bill's guests.
Techniques
Offshore and reef fishing for Sailfish, Wahoo, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Snapper, Kingfish, and several species of shark (Blacktip, Hammerhead, Lemon, Tiger, Blacknose)
Anglers Choice
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Our Team
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(247 reviews)
Angler's choice
Key West
 4 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $800

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 247 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (311)
Tuna fun!
Awesome Fishing Trip
Awesome Fishing Trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
95%
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Ted M.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  January 8, 2026
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Mitch C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

๐ŸŽฃ Exceptional Day on the ๐ŸŽฃ Exceptional Day on the Water

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on November 26, 2025
We recently took our very first fishing charter with Captain Art and First Mate Jerry, and it was an absolutely stellar experience...
Mitch C. recommends Wild Bill Sport Fishing
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Alison B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

What a great day on the water with Art and Jerry!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on November 23, 2025
We had such a wonderful time on the boat. We had myself, my husband, father and our 13-year-old son. We chose reef fishing...
Alison B. recommends Wild Bill Sport Fishing
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Andrew L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Day Fishing with Captain Art and Mate Jerry!

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on December 28, 2025
Our group of 4 had a great day of fishing! Art and Jerry took us all around the reef. Jerry was exeptionally skilled at hooking...
Andrew L. recommends Wild Bill Sport Fishing
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Wayne V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on January 13, 2026
I took my two daughters for their first off-shore fishing trip.ย  The captain and first mate were very helpful and attentive!ย ...
Wayne V. recommends Wild Bill Sport Fishing
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