Charter operator

Old Hat Charters

Miami Beach, United States

Angler's choice

100+ reviews

Captain Chad Raney is a Florida native who has been fishing his whole life. He grew up fishing tournaments with his father along the southeast coast and traveling all over the Bahamas and Mexico. These experiences made him into a bait and kite fishing. He has won multiple Billfish and IGFA tournaments. Capt. Chad says, 'I found fishing not just a hobby, but a way of life.' He started fishing professionally right out of high school and worked as a First Mate on a charter boat out of Haulover during college. He made his way up the ladder, eventually earning his captain's license at the age of 21 and becoming the youngest captain to ever run a charter boat out of Haulover. Today he is the owner of the 'Old Hat,' with over 15 years of experience fishing from Haulover Park marina.

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Old Hat Fishing Charters

Miami Beach

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Trips from

US $900

Rating

4.9

217 reviews

4.9

Boat & Equipment

5.0

Captain & Crew

4.9

Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (288)

What anglers say

97%

Good experience

100%

Friendly captain

99%

Recommend this charter

96%

Appropriate for children

100%

Satisfied with the boat

96%

Caught fish

All reviews (217)

Showing 1 – 5 of 217 reviews

Benjamin Dundore
Pennsylvania, US
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Member since 2026
5.0
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Wahoo!!
Half Day Trip - 1:00 PM on March 26, 2026 • 5 adults
we caught wahoo, tuna, bonita and a mahi mahi!! awesome captian amd first mate!! An amazing day. The capt. and mate were hands down the best I've ever been with. I think this crew could handle any fishermen that come along. young or old. bring plenty of water to drink and snacks. And just losten to their advice. cant wait to do it again next year.
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Response from Charter operator
March 27, 2026
thank you so much for the great review🙌
Juan Leonardo Strada
Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
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Muy buen dia de pezca
Half Day Trip on September 4, 2026 • 4 adults
Muy buena salida de pezca en familia y en una muy buena embarcacion.
Response from Charter operator
September 6, 2026
Thank you so much for the great review 🙌
Timothy Moreno
Florida, US
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Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
NEW
Amazing Trip
Half Day Trip – Night Fishing on August 19, 2026 • 6 adults
Dont hesitate and book with Captain Chad
Response from Charter operator
August 21, 2026
Thank you so much for the great review🙌
Ryan Monroe
Georgia, US
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Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Trip couldn't have gone better!
3/4 Day Trip on April 4, 2026 • 5 adults
Captain Chad and Ryan went above and beyond to ensure a great & memorable experience and hell of a catch! I highly recommend them and certainly will be booking with them again.
Reported catch:
Response from Charter operator
April 5, 2026
Thank you so much for the great review🙌
Carlos De Armas
Florida, US
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Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
NEW
Chad a Nano! Awesome
Half Day Trip on September 6, 2026 • 2 adults
Response from Charter operator
September 7, 2026
Thank you so much for the great review.

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What's biting with Old Hat Fishing Charters in Miami Beach

You can go trolling for King Mackerel or stay inshore and go sight fishing for Bonefish. Either way, it's action packed. Mahi should also be solid out there, and you might even get a Marlin.