Charter Operator
Fintastic Fishing Charters

Member since June 2016 Islamorada, United States
Background
Captain Mike Patterson started fishing at the tender age of 4 years old in a stream behind his house in Maryland and he continued to fish the state's diverse fishery as he was growing up. Although Captain Mike started his career as an electrician, he suffered an extremely serious accident at 26, when he broke his neck. Deciding from this point on to live his life to the fullest, he became a dive instructor and moved to Islamorada, where he ran a dive shop and led offshore fishing charters. Having enjoyed a successful career offshore, he decided to become a full-time backcountry fishing guide, entering and winning multiple backcountry tournaments. He's now been a fishing guide for over 30 years and, having fully recovered from his near-death accident, is determined to continue living his life to the fullest and to be thankful for every day he has on this earth. Captain Mike fishes with captains Chris and Phil. They are also amazing captains and will make your day on the water perfect.

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Islamorada, United States
Background
Captain Mike Patterson started fishing at the tender age of 4 years old in a stream behind his house in Maryland and he continued to fish the state's diverse fishery as he was growing up. Although Captain Mike started his career as an electrician, he suffered an extremely serious accident at 26, when he broke his neck. Deciding from this point on to live his life to the fullest, he became a dive instructor and moved to Islamorada, where he ran a dive shop and led offshore fishing charters. Having enjoyed a successful career offshore, he decided to become a full-time backcountry fishing guide, entering and winning multiple backcountry tournaments. He's now been a fishing guide for over 30 years and, having fully recovered from his near-death accident, is determined to continue living his life to the fullest and to be thankful for every day he has on this earth. Captain Mike fishes with captains Chris and Phil. They are also amazing captains and will make your day on the water perfect.
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Excellent
4.7 / 5
(27 reviews)
Islamorada
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Trips from US $650
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4.6 / 5
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Very good
3.7 / 5
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 41 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (34)
BETTER THAN EXPECTED
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AM half day
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
86%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
89%
Caught fish
76%
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David S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Day on the water

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (PM) on May 5, 2025
Snook, redfish, snapper - lots of action
David S. recommends Fintastic Fishing Charters โ€“ 22' T
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Chad R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Tarpon (Night) on March 16, 2025
Captain was great and we caught tarpon and jacks
Chad R. recommends Fintastic Fishing Charters โ€“ 22'
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Janice G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fun trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on October 27, 2024
Enjoyed being on the water and catching fish!
Janice G. recommends Fintastic Fishing Charters โ€“ 19'
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Edward L.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Mike

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 4, 2024
Edward L. recommends Fintastic Fishing Charters โ€“ 19'
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James T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time in spite of the weather!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on April 4, 2024
Chris was determined to put us on fish and he did!ย  Cold front came through; windy early. Still Chris was not worried about...
James T. recommends Fintastic Fishing Charters โ€“ 19'
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