Captain
Carlos Bastos

Member since February 2017 Holiday, United States
Background
Captain Carlos hails from New Jersey, where he fished his entire life for Cod and other local species. It was four years ago that he moved to Florida in the search of the big bottom-feeding fish like Groupers and Snappers. He loves taking families and kids out and teaching them all about fishing. He is an incredibly upbeat and fun person who will make your trip very enjoyable.
Techniques
We fish with live bait and jigs.

Hey, I'm Captain Carlos Bastos

Holiday, United States
Background
Captain Carlos hails from New Jersey, where he fished his entire life for Cod and other local species. It was four years ago that he moved to Florida in the search of the big bottom-feeding fish like Groupers and Snappers. He loves taking families and kids out and teaching them all about fishing. He is an incredibly upbeat and fun person who will make your trip very enjoyable.
Techniques
We fish with live bait and jigs.
325
Reviews
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Bottoms Up Fishing Excursions

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(325 reviews)
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 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $600

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 325 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (686)
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Amazing Trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
96%
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Donna C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Family Day

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on November 25, 2024
What a fantastic day!ย  My nephew and nieces first time out on the open water fishing.ย  We caught lots of fish including some...
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Steve P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Super captain and crew!

VERIFIED   Family Special on March 12, 2025
These guys are extremely attentive to everyoneโ€™s needs. Super friendly and helpful. Caught loads of fish! ๐ŸŸ
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Kevin D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Good grad trip experience

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 15, 2025
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Douglas P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Our half day was so fun! Captain Carlos new where all the fish were!!

VERIFIED   Family Special on August 26, 2024
What a perfect day of CATCHING! We will be sure to do this again! Captain knew right where the fish were!ย  Thank...
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Karim N.
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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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Coral Bottom Fishing Trip on August 17, 2024
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