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.
Anglers Choice
Verified

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(127 reviews)
Angler's choice
Key Largo
Trips from US $700

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 127 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (130)
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Loved the captain\/crew but the boat was a bit disappointing
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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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Wayne C.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day

4 Hour Trip โ€“ Catch 'n' Cook Dinner on February 20, 2023
Capt Charles goes out 110% to satisfy his customers in every way. Heโ€™s very knowledgeable about fishing. Captain Charles...
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Tampa, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half Day Trip with the Esteemed Captain Chef

Half Day Trip โ€“ Reef Fishing on May 11, 2022
I would recommend Captain Charles to anyone: he is very knowledgeable of the local fishing spots, a talented chef, and a great...
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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

Charles is the GOAT

VERIFIED   5 hour Reef Fishing on March 28, 2024
Absolutely wonderful trip! Went way above and beyond! You canโ€™t go wrong with him!
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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
Overall

Fishing with Charles

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Reef Fishing on March 8, 2024
Great trip!! The captain was great and really knows how to get you on fish would highly recommend
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Brian R.
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 Charles

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Catch 'n' Cook Dinner on March 14, 2024
Our trip was excellent. The weather was great and the fish were biting.
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