Captain
Charles Maloney

Member since June 2021 Key Largo, United States
Background
After fishing in the Keys for 22 years, Captain Charles decided to make it his home fishing out in the ocean. You don't know what you might catch but it's always fun and putting people on the fish is exciting. The captain is also a chef who has worked professionally and he started a food truck barbecue business. He loves to cook and he offers his guests a catch-and-cook option. While his son and first mate Jay is cleaning the boat, Captain Charles will clean your catch and cook it for you. Whether you like it grilled, blackened, or fried, you'll have freshly cooked fish delivered to your hotel, campground, or wherever you're staying! The captain would be grateful if you tipped the first mate because the young man works hard to keep the boat pristine for you. See you soon and tight lines!
Techniques
Captain Charles likes trolling, reef,wreck fishing, spearfishing, as well as snorkeling.

Hey, I'm Captain Charles Maloney

Key Largo, United States
Background
After fishing in the Keys for 22 years, Captain Charles decided to make it his home fishing out in the ocean. You don't know what you might catch but it's always fun and putting people on the fish is exciting. The captain is also a chef who has worked professionally and he started a food truck barbecue business. He loves to cook and he offers his guests a catch-and-cook option. While his son and first mate Jay is cleaning the boat, Captain Charles will clean your catch and cook it for you. Whether you like it grilled, blackened, or fried, you'll have freshly cooked fish delivered to your hotel, campground, or wherever you're staying! The captain would be grateful if you tipped the first mate because the young man works hard to keep the boat pristine for you. See you soon and tight lines!
Techniques
Captain Charles likes trolling, reef,wreck fishing, spearfishing, as well as snorkeling.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(129 reviews)
Key Largo
Trips from US $750

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 129 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (138)
Epic time with Captain Charles
Epic time with Captain Charles
Couldn\u2019t have asked for a better captain!!!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
94%
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Carol O.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Couldnโ€™t have asked for a better captain!!!

VERIFIED   Afternoon bite on February 20, 2026
We spent the afternoon with Captain Charlesโ€ฆ.it was an amazing experience. Our family (Dad, Mom, son and two grandchildren)...
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Carl W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Epic time with Captain Charles

VERIFIED   5 hour mahi/wahoo/tuna on March 12, 2026
Captain Charles despite difficult water conditions made sure we scored fish. His experience and great personality made our...
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Wilda C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain chef Charles and son

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Catch 'n' Cook Dinner on March 10, 2025
This was the best experience. Captin Charles and his son are very knowledgeable people. They had great patience...
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Kristine M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day on the water

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ out of the ocean on January 5, 2025
My family had a fantastic time with Chef Charles. We went 5 miles offshore, and my son was able to try for lobster. Because...
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Larry P.
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best Experience Ever

Full Day Mahi/wahoo/tuna trolling on June 10, 2024
Captain Charles is such a Gentleman and fun to be around. He works so hard to make your experience as exciting and fun as it...
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