Captain
Craig Hassell

Member since March 2023 Stock Island, United States
Background
Hi, I'm Craig! I was born and raised on the Dutch island of Saba. Ever since I can remember, I have been fishing. My father owns a commercial lobster and fishing boat business, which is where I first found my love for the sport. After my wife and I moved to Key West, FL, I spent several years learning the waters before deciding to pursue my lifelong dream of starting a business. Following in my father's footsteps, I hope to share my love of the water with you and look forward to hosting you on my boat one day soon!

Hey, I'm Captain Craig Hassell

Stock Island, United States
Background
Hi, I'm Craig! I was born and raised on the Dutch island of Saba. Ever since I can remember, I have been fishing. My father owns a commercial lobster and fishing boat business, which is where I first found my love for the sport. After my wife and I moved to Key West, FL, I spent several years learning the waters before deciding to pursue my lifelong dream of starting a business. Following in my father's footsteps, I hope to share my love of the water with you and look forward to hosting you on my boat one day soon!
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(96 reviews)
Angler's choice
Stock Island
Trips from US $650

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 96 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (209)
Great day, slow fishing
Great day, slow fishing
Great day, slow fishing
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
98%
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Juan R. P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day with Captain Hassell

VERIFIED   4-Hour PM on March 14, 2025
One of those days that is slow and then you land the biggest Amberjacks of your life.ย  We caught a couple of fish early on...
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Michael B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Had a great day on the water!

VERIFIED   6-Hour on February 19, 2025
Captain Hassell was very helpful in rescheduling our original date after we had a travel delay.ย  When we were able to go a...
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David T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome Trip

VERIFIED   4-Hour AM on November 30, 2024
Craig and Brett were very nice and took amazing care of us. My son and nephew (who has never been on a fishing boat before)...
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Erik N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Day!

VERIFIED   6-Hour on February 10, 2025
Was a great day on the water! Started with catching some yellowtails while we were netting ballyhoo. Then we went on to catching...
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ROGER M. A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing fishing trip!!

VERIFIED   4-Hour PM on December 11, 2024
Captain & crew made this an amazing Key West fishing trip. Perfect day, perfect weather, friendly fun crew & we hit a several...
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