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
253
Reviews
53
Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Wild Bill Sport Fishing

State licensed
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(253 reviews)
Angler's choice
Key West
 4 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 253 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (318)
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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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Monte S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

We had a Blast!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on February 18, 2026
We had a blast! We caught plenty of fish! Art the captain of the boat and Jerry the mate were borh professional and fun!
Monte S. recommends Wild Bill Sport Fishing
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Rick A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Key west magic!

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on January 25, 2026
Capitain Art and his mate Jerry are the best!! True hustle and very personable and friendly ๐Ÿ‘Œย  We highly recommend!
Rick A. 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   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 ...
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Judah B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

BEST CHARTER

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 7, 2025
We had a great time on Wild Bill Charter. The captain and first mate were very professional and friendly. We caught some Mahi...
Judah B. recommends Wild Bill Sport Fishing
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Daphne O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best time ever with Captain Art and Jerry!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (AM) on July 25, 2025
Celebrating a birthday and this was the gift that goes down in history as โ€œthe best.โ€ย  Enjoyed the fishing but the company...
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