Captain
Chandler Williams

Member since May 2021 Folly Beach, United States
Background
Captain Chandler Williams has been in the outdoor industry since he was 17. By the age of 18, he was an international guide. He has guided in Four different countries, across three different continents. He's got experience guiding in the Florida Keys and along the coastal waters of South Carolina. Capt. Chandler is an extremely well known captain in the outdoor industry. Chandler currently fishes for Under Armour as an Athlete for the brand, and is a tournament guide. He currently guides the backcountry waters from everglades to Key West. Booking a trip with Chandler will land you with one of the best Captains in this area and an experience of a lifetime. mentored by local legends. Chandler has put his time in these waters. If you want shots at catching trophy fish this is your guy! The customer service will make you feel like you ‘re at a five star lodge. Chandler cares about his customers and wants the best experience for them. Booking with Chandler will truly be a trip of a life time! ITS IN THE REVIEWS!
Techniques
Captain Chandler uses light tackle spin gear and fly fishing methods to sight fish. He accommodates beginner to experienced anglers!

Hey, I'm Captain Chandler Williams

Folly Beach, United States
Background
Captain Chandler Williams has been in the outdoor industry since he was 17. By the age of 18, he was an international guide. He has guided in Four different countries, across three different continents. He's got experience guiding in the Florida Keys and along the coastal waters of South Carolina. Capt. Chandler is an extremely well known captain in the outdoor industry. Chandler currently fishes for Under Armour as an Athlete for the brand, and is a tournament guide. He currently guides the backcountry waters from everglades to Key West. Booking a trip with Chandler will land you with one of the best Captains in this area and an experience of a lifetime. mentored by local legends. Chandler has put his time in these waters. If you want shots at catching trophy fish this is your guy! The customer service will make you feel like you ‘re at a five star lodge. Chandler cares about his customers and wants the best experience for them. Booking with Chandler will truly be a trip of a life time! ITS IN THE REVIEWS!
Techniques
Captain Chandler uses light tackle spin gear and fly fishing methods to sight fish. He accommodates beginner to experienced anglers!
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My Charter Listings

Hook 1 Charters โ€“ Folly Beach

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(3 reviews)
Folly Beach
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Trips from US $550

Hook 1 Chartersโ€“Hilton Head Island

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(12 reviews)
Hilton Head Island
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Hook 1 Charters - Key West

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(116 reviews)
Key West
Trips from US $500

Hook 1 Charters - Islamorada

Islamorada
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Trips from US $550

Fishing Reports

My favorite time of the year to fish is
My favorite time of the year to fish is
Nov 21, 2024 Key West
This is in my opinion the best if not second best time of year to fish. Its my personal favorite time of year to fish. Loads of small tarpon around, unbelievable bonefish and permit fishing. If you are looking for a chance at a grand slam this is a great time.
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A few Prime Time tarpon dates just opene
A few Prime Time tarpon dates just opene
Sep 23, 2024 Key West
I just had a few cancelations for some prime days in may for tarpon fishing! Book now as they wonโ€™t last long. Check the calendar for limited availability in may
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PERMIT fishing is going off!
PERMIT fishing is going off!
Aug 8, 2024 Key West
We have been hooking into the permit like its no ones business lately. This is the king of fish when fishing. The holy grail of fish. Come let captain Chandler put you on these fish and you will never forget it!
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2/3 of a grand slam !
2/3 of a grand slam !
Aug 3, 2024 Key West
Permit and bonefish. Pound for pound the two hardest fighting fish on light tackle have been on the flats in great numbers giving anglers plenty of chances at landing one.
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Permit fishing!
Permit fishing!
Aug 2, 2024 Key West
The permit and bonefishing have been on fire latley. Come give it a try with light tackle or fly fishing. Later summer months may be warm but its a time for great fishing!!
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June days available! Fishing is red hot!
June days available! Fishing is red hot!
Jun 11, 2024 Folly Beach
Big tarpon on fly or spin has been the normal as were are red hot in tarpon season.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 131 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (58)
He put me on fish all day.
Great Trip!
Great Trip!
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Good experience
89%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
86%
Appropriate for children
78%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
78%
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Bruce G.
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Great Trip! Will do it again

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on April 25, 2024
Chandler did a great job. He got us into the fish and it definitely paid off. Last day we hooked a 120lbs+ Tarpon and after...
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Felisha W.
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Amazing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on April 19, 2024
We had the best time today fishing with Chandler.ย  He really cared about making sure we caught fish and had a great time.ย ...
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Robert S.
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Great Inshore Experience!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on June 6, 2024
Capt. Chandler worked hard to put us on the inshore slam. We had a shot at all three species. Put several nice bonefish to...
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Ed P.
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Excellent experience

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on April 2, 2024
Capt Chandler is an outstanding guide. He took us to great fish holes and we caught some great bonefish. I would, without a...
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Just plain excellent

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on May 10, 2023
Captain Chandler afforded my buddy and me perhaps our best fishing experience booked through this app. We fished the beautiful...
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