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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Captain

My Charter Listing

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

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 224 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (295)
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Best fishing trip
Best fishing trip
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Angler rating
193
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
94%
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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

Fishing with Art

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on September 28, 2024
We had a wonderful time. I will be back
Christopher C. recommends Wild Bill Sport Fishing
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Jonathan J.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
Overall

Great boat, but the inshore trip is boring

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (AM) on June 29, 2025
Great Captain. Great Crew.ย  Have them take you offshore where you can use traditional tackle and hook fish who will give you...
Jonathan J. does not recommend Wild Bill Sport Fishing
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Bob W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Thanks for a great trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on February 5, 2025
Bob W. recommends Wild Bill Sport Fishing
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Alek S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

November fishing trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (AM) on November 20, 2024
Alek S. recommends Wild Bill Sport Fishing
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April B.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Good
3.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Art

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on March 5, 2025
April B. recommends Wild Bill Sport Fishing
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