Captain
Ben Trainer

Member since July 2019 Tavernier, United States
Background
Captain Ben has fishing in his blood, he is a 2nd Generation Fishing Guide, and has been fishing ever since he could hold a rod. A combat veteran and Sgt. of Marines, he approaches everything he does with great attention to detail and takes pride in his work. He has had the privilege to learn about fly and tackle fishing all over the world and accumulate a vast amount of knowledge that he readily shares with his guests.
Techniques
Specializing in Fly, Light Tackle and Conventional Angling, from sight fishing the crystal clear flats of Islamorada to Mahi fishing in the deep blue Atlantic Ocean

Hey, I'm Captain Ben Trainer

Tavernier, United States
Background
Captain Ben has fishing in his blood, he is a 2nd Generation Fishing Guide, and has been fishing ever since he could hold a rod. A combat veteran and Sgt. of Marines, he approaches everything he does with great attention to detail and takes pride in his work. He has had the privilege to learn about fly and tackle fishing all over the world and accumulate a vast amount of knowledge that he readily shares with his guests.
Techniques
Specializing in Fly, Light Tackle and Conventional Angling, from sight fishing the crystal clear flats of Islamorada to Mahi fishing in the deep blue Atlantic Ocean
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My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(181 reviews)
Tavernier
 Last booking: 2 days ago
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Trips from US $450
Trips from US $700

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 181 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (375)
Fishing with Ben
Captain Ben is the King!
Captain Ben is the King!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
92%
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Caitie A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Captain Ben is the King!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on February 20, 2026
This was our second time fishing with Ben and definitely wonโ€™t be our last! Husband and I did this charter a few years back...
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Austin T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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A BLAST!!! BOOK TODAY!!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on December 2, 2025
almost non stop action catching multiple species of fish, jack cervalles, look downs, snappers, barracudasโ€ฆ including hooking...
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Michael C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Day on the Water

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on April 6, 2026
Benโ€™s a great guide and very knowledgeable about the fishery. Heโ€™s attentive and fun to be around. I generally do 5+ guide...
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Noel D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best Fishing Day of the Week!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on February 12, 2026
We had gone on several fishing trips with different captains that week and we enjoyed his the best. He seems to know where...
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Joshua W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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King tide catch

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on October 6, 2025
Even with the king tide, Ben kept us moving and on fish the whole trip. Wife and I been on 3 different backcountry trips in...
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