Key Biscayne
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US $800
Captain
Branden Caceres
Key Biscayne, United States
Angler's choice
50+ reviews
Hop aboard a 2024 Sportsman 252 with Capt. Branden for a smooth, comfortable, and action-packed day on the waters of Key Biscayne, Florida.
Born and raised in Miami, Capt. Branden knows these waters inside and out. With over 12 years of experience, a U.S. Coast Guard captain's license, and as a PADI certified diver, he understands fish behavior and structure both above and below the surface—giving you a serious edge when it comes to finding fish.
Target species include Snapper, Grouper, Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, Yellowtail, Amberjack, and more depending on the season.
Whether you're looking for steady action, your first catch, or a full day on the water, every trip is tailored to your group. From beginners to experienced anglers, Capt. Branden keeps things fun, hands-on, and productive.
If you're looking for a clean boat, strong fishing, and a captain who knows how to put you on fish, this is the trip.
Charter
Rating
5.0
76 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (76)
What anglers say
95%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
All reviews (76)
Showing 1 – 5 of 76 reviews
Sloan Phillips
Texas, US•Member since 20255.0VerifiedGreat views, great music and beautiful water
6HR Miami Fishing (Best Value) - 2:00 PM • 2 adultsCaptain Branden was very accommodating and has a sense of where the fish are. The boat was supreme, magnificent. We caught mahi-mahi and hooked one barracuda. We would recommend this for all ages. Anyone would have a great time with Branden. Wish we could gave booked a morning slot because the afternoon slot got us home pretty late but we had a grest time. we have never been on a boat this nice. It is brand new and Branden was very good at explaining the navigation on the beautiful screens in the center console. He also explained very well all of the safety protocols.
Response from CaptainThank you so much for the awesome review! Glad you guys had a great time out there with us and got to put some mahi in the boat 🎣🌊 We really appreciate the kind words about the vessel and the experience overall. Capt. Branden takes a lot of pride in keeping the boat comfortable, safe, and dialed in for everyone onboard no matter the age or experience level. Afternoon trips can definitely run a little later depending on the bite, but we’re happy you guys made the most of it and enjoyed the ride. Next time we’ll have to get you on one of those morning runs 😎 Thanks again for choosing Scale House Charters and hope to have you back out with us soon!
John PikeOhio, US•Member since 20265.0Verified10/10
4HR Miami Fishing (Most Popular) - 12:00 PM • 2 adultsThis was our first charter and Captain Branden was amazing. We decided to go after the Mahi on the recommendation that they had been biting recently, and he was most certainly correct. He took us around to several of his different spots with no luck, but he worked super hard for us to find the fish and once we were on top of them they were HITTING. He filleted our catch for us and gave us a recommendation about a spot to take it nearby where they would cook it, and it was phenomenal! He’s an awesome guy, and we will definitely be back next time we visit Miami!
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Response from CaptainThank you guys, I really appreciate that 🙌 That’s how we do it — we don’t just sit and hope, we move, adjust, and stay on it until we find the fish. Some days you gotta work for them, but once we got on that mahi bite… it was game on 🎣🔥 Glad you got to experience the full run too — from the hunt to the fillet to getting it cooked fresh. That’s the kind of day people come to Miami for. You guys were great to fish with, and you’re always welcome back anytime. Next trip, we’ll go even bigger 😏
Shahbaz ChoudhryRepeat anglerVirginia, US•Member since 2022•2 trips5.0VerifiedNEW10/5 Experience – Absolutely phenomenal trip!
6HR Miami Fishing (Best Value) • 4 adultsYou can tell right away he’s a true local who's been out on the water a million times. He had fish following the boat from the start. Even when bad weather hit, he navigated the storm like a pro and immediately adapted, taking us nearshore to hook us up with more fish and sharks so our day wasn't cut short. He went above and beyond to make sure we got the full experience. I'm already heading back out with him before the month is over. Don't hesitate to book him!
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Response from CaptainBrother, appreciate the love and the awesome review! Had a great time having you guys onboard. Nothing better than a solid day on the water with good people. 🎣🤙 Looking forward to running it back with you soon! Much love, brother! 🔥
Mandy BrownRepeat angler
United Kingdom•Member since 2022•2 trips5.0VerifiedFantastic fishing trip with Branden
4HR Miami Fishing (Most Popular) - 12:00 PM • 3 adultsSuch an amazing time on the beautiful shimmering water. Catching and releasing grunt, hog fish, pin fish, snapper, yellow jacks and a couple of hammerhead sharks. A perfect first fishing experience for my 13 year old son catching his first ever fish. Branden is a first rate Captain - attentive, kind, personable. Did all the baiting and rod prep. Excellent local knowledge and a brilliant boat for exploring Key Biscayne. Branden extended our trip to indulge our passion for fishing. Absolutely brilliant with my son teaching him how to feel the bite, let line out, reel in. We loved every minute! Highly recommend Branden and Scale House Charters.
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Response from CaptainThank you guys, I really appreciate that. Glad we were able to get Tom on his first fish and make it a great first experience — that’s what it’s all about. You guys were a great crew to have onboard. Thanks again for choosing Scale House Charters.
- Miriam Bernhard
Switzerland•Member since 20255.0VerifiedSuper Erlebnis, super Captain
4HR Miami Fishing (Most Popular) • 2 adultsDer Trip mit Captain Branden war ein wirklich tolles und unvergessliches Erlebnis. Man spührt, dass ihm das Wohl und der Spass der Gäste enorm am Herzen liegt. Das Boot ist sehr neu und sehr schön. Die Ausrüstung ist in einem super Zustand. Da zuerst keine Fische beissen wollten, sind wir an einen anderen Spot gefahren und haben dort viele Fische gefangen🥳. Es hat einfach unglaublich Spass gemacht. Am Ende wurden die Fische auch noch filitiert um sie Zuhause zubereiten zu können. Wir würden den Trip (Morgenfischen 4 Stunden) sicher wieder machen und können einen Trip mit Captain Branden absolut weitetempfehlen!
Response from CaptainAppreciate you big time for that awesome review! 🙏🎣 Nothing makes us happier than seeing our guests smiling, catching fish, and taking home fresh fillets to enjoy. You already know — we’ll always move spots, chase the action, and make sure you leave with memories that hit deep. Can’t wait to have you guys back on the water for round two! --- Vielen Dank für eure großartige Bewertung! 🙏🎣 Es freut uns riesig zu sehen, wie unsere Gäste Spaß haben, Fische fangen und frische Filets mit nach Hause nehmen. Ihr wisst ja — wir wechseln immer den Spot, jagen den besten Fang und sorgen dafür, dass ihr unvergessliche Erinnerungen mitnehmt. Können es kaum erwarten, euch bald wieder auf dem Wasser zu haben!
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- Scale House Charters - 2024 Sportsman 252Key Biscayne, FL
- Scale House Charters - 2024 Sportsman 252Key Biscayne, FL
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What's biting with Scale House Charters - 2024 Sportsman 252 in Key Biscayne
September usually provides perfect conditions for Bonefish to spread all around, so get your fill of bay fishing. Other worthy targets this time of year include Kingfish and Snapper, so the reefs can be productive too.
Top catches for September
Fishing reports
SURPRISE COBIA CRUSHED THE DAY
May 19, 2026 • Key Biscayne
Solid spring conditions offshore with light wind early, clean green-to-blue water transition, and good visibility pushing along the structure lines. Current was steady, and there was plenty of bait holding over hard bottom and roaming edges — exactly the kind of setup where you stay ready for anything.
While working the grounds, we ran into a surprise cobia that showed up out of nowhere and committed hard. Clean eat, strong fight, and a great finish at the boat. Fish like that always remind you to stay locked in even when you’re targeting something else.
Along with the cobia action, the water had life all around — rays moving, bait schools pushing through, and steady signs of activity that kept the rods ready the entire time.
Not a typical day, but a very “South Florida spring” kind of trip — you never know when a quality fish is going to show up.
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BLUE WATER PAID OFF
May 19, 2026 • Key Biscayne
May keeps producing offshore out of Biscayne. We had slick conditions early with light wind, clean blue water, and plenty of bait scattered along the weed lines. The ocean looked right from the second we cleared the inlet.
The mahi bite stayed consistent throughout the morning. We covered ground, worked a few productive patches, and stayed tight on fish most of the trip. One colorful mahi made a strong run before hitting the deck and ending up in the box for dinner and a solid photo at the dock.
We also ran into some blackfin tuna activity while pushing offshore, with a few fish busting on the surface around the current edges. Overall, a fun day with steady action and good conditions all around.
This spring offshore bite has been lining up perfectly lately — clean water, good current, and mahi showing up where they should.
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MAHI MAYHEM OFF BISCAYNE — BLUE WATER FI
May 12, 2026 • Key Biscayne
Another solid day offshore out of Biscayne Bay. Conditions lined up perfectly with clean blue water pushing in, light southeast winds early, and steady current along the weed lines. The ocean had that perfect springtime look — birds working, bait stacked up, and mahi flying through the spread.
The mahi bite stayed hot all trip long. We found active fish along floating debris and current rips, keeping the crew tight on the rods from start to finish. The highlight of the day was a quality gaffer mahi that hit hard and put on a show before coming over the rail for the dock shot.
It wasn’t just mahi either. The reef and offshore grounds were loaded with action. Throughout the day we also got into:
Blackfin tuna
Kingfish
Bonita
Barracuda
Mutton snapper
Yellowtail snapper
Cero mackerel
A few bigger fish made appearances too, including smoker kings and a couple mystery fish that absolutely dumped drag before finding freedom. That’s what makes May fishing out of Biscayne so good right now — every pass has a chance at something big.
Overall, exactly the kind of day you want offshore in South Florida: blue water, bent rods, and fresh mahi headed to the filet table. The spring bite is in full swing and only getting better from here.
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SLAMMED THE MAHI BEFORE NOON
May 7, 2026 • Key Biscayne
Another beautiful spring day offshore with clean blue water, light winds, and good current movement along the weed lines. Conditions looked fishy from the start, and it didn’t take long before the mahi showed up.
We spent the morning working scattered debris and weed patches, staying on active fish and picking away at solid mahi throughout the trip. The highlight of the day was a quality bull mahi that crushed the bait and gave the crew a great fight before coming over the rail for the dockside photo.
Besides the mahi bite, we also saw some blackfin tuna moving through offshore and had a few shots at kingfish while covering water. Overall, steady action and exactly what you want to see this time of year out of Biscayne.
The offshore bite is heating up fast right now, and every trip has a chance at finding good mahi in the clean water pushing down the coast.
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MAHI WERE STACKED UP OFF BISCAYNE
May 6, 2026 • Key Biscayne
One of those mornings where everything came together offshore. Clean blue water pushed in tight, weed lines were holding bait, and the mahi were exactly where they were supposed to be. Conditions stayed calm enough to cover a lot of ground and stay on active fish throughout the trip.
The mahi bite was steady all morning with multiple fish coming over the rail and plenty of action for the crew. Every productive patch seemed to have fish on it, and once we got them fired up, it turned into nonstop chaos around the boat. Bright colors, screaming drags, and fish flying everywhere — classic South Florida mahi fishing.
We also saw some blackfin tuna mixed in offshore while working the current edges, adding even more life to an already solid day on the water.
May is shaping up exactly how you want offshore out of Biscayne right now — blue water, weed lines loaded with bait, and mahi showing up in numbers.
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SPRINGTIME MAHI ACTION OFF BISCAYNE
May 4, 2026 • Key Biscayne
The offshore bite stayed strong again on May 3 with clean blue water, scattered weed lines, and plenty of life moving offshore. Conditions were lined up perfectly for covering water and staying on mahi.
It didn’t take long before the rods started going off. We picked away at fish throughout the morning, finding mahi on floating debris and current edges with steady action from start to finish. A few quality fish made it into the box, and the crew wrapped up the trip with a solid pile of fresh mahi at the dock.
The water continues getting better by the week, and the amount of bait offshore has the pelagics fired up right now. Every trip lately has had a real shot at finding good mahi and nonstop action offshore.
South Florida spring fishing is officially rolling
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