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.
333
Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Bottoms Up Fishing Excursions

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(333 reviews)
Holiday
 Last booking: 11 hours ago
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Trips from US $600

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 333 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (707)
Excellent Trip!!!
Excellent Trip!!!
Excellent Trip!!!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
96%
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Aaron P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

December fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on December 22, 2025
Aaron P. recommends Bottoms Up Fishing Excursions
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STEVEN S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Carlos

VERIFIED   12hr Offshore Marathon Adventure on September 28, 2025
STEVEN S. recommends Bottoms Up Fishing Excursions
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Michael M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Coral Bottom Fishing Trip on August 3, 2025
Michael M. recommends Bottoms Up Fishing Excursions
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Steve P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
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
Steve P. recommends Bottoms Up Fishing Excursions
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Kevin D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Good grad trip experience

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 15, 2025
Kevin D. recommends Bottoms Up Fishing Excursions
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