Manny Esparza
Captain

Manny Esparza

Key Largo, United States
100+ reviews
Captain Manny has been fishing the waters of the Florida Keys and all surrounding areas his entire life. He simply loves being out there, on the water doing what he loves.
Janna S.
Janna S.
First mate

Charter

Rating

4.9
147 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

96%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (147)

Showing 15 of 147 reviews
  • Luke Dipalma
    Luke Dipalma
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Manny Is the Man!

    4 Hour Trip – Variety Back Country2 adults

    Couldn’t have asked for a better Captain. Manny is a genuine dude who really cares about your experience. My buddy and I had a great time and great experience fishing with Manny. I highly recommend him if you’re coming down to the keys to catch some fish, will not regret it!

    Reported catch:
    Jack Crevalle
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    That was a good time! Thanks for the review! Hope to see you guys again!

  • Michael Harrison
    Michael Harrison
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    fantastic charter with captain Manny

    2 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing - 10:00 AM2 adults

    Captain Manfield makes you feel right at home. He is extremely knowledgeable and definitely knows where the fish are. Wonderful experience and would be my first pick next trip.

    Reported catch:
    Blacktip Shark
  • Scott Boyd
    Scott Boyd
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    3 hour outback at Sunrise

    3 Hour Trip – Variety Back Country - 8:00 AM2 adults

    Can’t say enough about Capt Manny and the amazing Morning me and Wifey had fishing on our trip in Key Largo , Manny put us right on top of the action and we had limits in no time!

    Reported catch:
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    Thanks for the review Scott!!! Nice to meet you both!

  • Marissa Means
    Marissa Means
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best time!

    2 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing - 9:00 AM3 adults2 children

    Manny was absolutely great with my 2 sons, and was constantly at the ready to rebait their hooks. We all had a wonderful time on the water; my kiddos caught about 10-12 fish that could be kept ( over 10 inches long ) and that felt like a very successful fishing experience for them. Highly recommend booking a fishing trip with Manny!

    Response from Captain

    Thank you Marissa! I enjoyed the day with you and the boys! Thank you for the review!!!

  • Jay Browne
    Jay Browne
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    10/10 - Incredible Trip!!!

    4 Hour Back Country2 adults

    My wife and I had an absolutely incredible trip with Captain Manny! It was a great day with alot of laughs and firsts for us. We hooked up on a couple sharks plus pulled some other fish in the boat! Capt Manny made what could have been a tough day due to weather an awesome adventure! Thanks for a trip we won’t forget!

    Reported catch:
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    Hi! thanks for the great review and pics! That was a good time, glad you guys enjoyed it!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry
    Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountryKey Largo, FL
    Manny Is the Man!
    Luke D.
    Luke D.
  • Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry
    Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountryKey Largo, FL
    3 hour outback at Sunrise
    Scott B.
    Scott B.
  • Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry
    Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountryKey Largo, FL
    Best Charter captain in the Keys.
    Leo F.
    Leo F.
  • Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry
    Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountryKey Largo, FL
    Amazing trip !
    Elise M.
    Elise M.
  • Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry
    Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountryKey Largo, FL
    July fishing trip
    Krystal H.
    Krystal H.
  • Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry
    Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountryKey Largo, FL
    lots of action
    Joseph G.
    Joseph G.
  • Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry
    Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountryKey Largo, FL
    3 hr tour
    Nicholas A.
    Nicholas A.
  • Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry
    Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountryKey Largo, FL
    quick trip!
    Chris B.
    Chris B.
  • Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry
    Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountryKey Largo, FL
    Highly Recommend
    Mike H.
    Mike H.
  • Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountry
    Captain Manny Key Largo BackCountryKey Largo, FL
    10/10 - Incredible Trip!!!
    Jay B.
    Jay B.

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