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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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(219 reviews)
Angler's choice
Key West
 9 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $750

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 219 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
188
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
94%
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Michael W.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Calm day but Captain Art knew what to do

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on July 3, 2025
We took my 17 year old nephew fishing for his high school graduation. Our group was me 55 my wife a few years younger, our...
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Ryan W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best birthday gift ever!

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on July 19, 2025
My fiancé booked this charter for me for my birthday. It was my first time fishing saltwater and it was absolutely insane!...
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Dann T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Family fishing trip of a lifetime!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on July 11, 2025
Our family of 6 went out for an amazing half day trip. The kids cleaned up. Art did a great job following the fish and Jerry...
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Christopher C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome Trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on May 19, 2025
Booked the full day as a retirement gift for my dad… sole purpose was to get fish in the boat to take home and eat… and...
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Kristi F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

BEST fishing for our family of 5

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 18, 2025
Captain Art and Jerry were amazing! Kids had the best time - they won’t stop talking about it.l and how much they liked the...
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