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Scott Vance
Scott Vance
Repeat angler
us
California, US
Member since 2026
3 trips
5.0
Verified

Captain Alex Exceeded Expectation

8 Hour Trip5 adults1 child

We are ocean fishing novices and Captain Alex was patient and encouraging with my kids. Within 30 minutes of reaching our first fishing location my son hooked and landed a sail fish. He never stopped trying different tactics and different areas to get everyone in our party of 5 hooked on!!! We all caught fish. Bonita, black tuna, yellow jacks, red and yellow snaper, and a strawberry grouper. Some we were able to keep some we had to throw back. At the end of the trip Captain Alex filleted fish, for us and even made sashimi for us with the black tuna! couldn’t have asked for a better day highly recommend Captain Alex at Bearcut Bandit Charters!!!

Reported Catch
Sailfish
Sailfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Response from Captain

Thanks for the review. Glad to hear I exceeded your expectations. Great job on that trophy Sailfish looking forward to having you guys back again. #familyslayday🎣💪🏼

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5.0
326 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

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    Great experience
  • 98%
    Family friendly
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    Friendly captain
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    Good boat
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    Recommended
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All reviews (326)

Showing 1 – 5 of 326 reviews
  • Jayme Schaaf
    Jayme Schaaf
    us
    Nebraska, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Charter Experience!

    4 Hour Trip • 6 adults

    We booked this charter for our group of 6 and it exceeded every expectation. The captain and crew were professional, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone had a great time, whether experienced anglers or first-timers. The boat comfortably fit all six of us, and the crew knew the waters perfectly — we had lines in the water within minutes and the fish kept biting all day. They handled the bait, rigging, and netting, and even helped clean and bag our catch before we headed back to the dock. We ended the day with a cooler full of fish and can't wait to book again — highly recommend for families, friend groups, or anyone wanting a top-notch day on the water!

    Reported Catch
    Mangrove Snapper
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Response from Captain

    thanks for the review you guys did great enjoy your snapper lunch

  • Liam Roc
    Liam Roc
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    1000/10 Experience

    8 Hour Trip • 4 adults

    We booked an 8-hour charter with Captain Alek Fig and had an incredible day on the water. We started off bottom fishing and quickly caught over 20 snappers. Once we had those, we headed further offshore and ran into a once-in-a-lifetime school of mahi-mahi, catching about 20 of them. Through the whole trip, Captain Alek was kind, worked hard all over the deck, and made the actual fishing easy for all of us. He jumps right in to help bait hooks and clear lines, keeping things stress-free no matter your experience level. If you want a straightforward, highly successful day of fishing with a captain who knows exactly what he is doing, book Alek.

    Reported Catch
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Response from Captain

    thanks for the review. Great job on the slay day today. Enjoy all that fresh fish hope to fish with you guys again soon. 

  • Ana Zuniga
    Ana Zuniga
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolute highlight of our trip! Captain Alek and fresh mangrove snapper ceviche!

    Catch and cook. Sashimi/grilledfish • 3 adults

    If you are looking for an unforgettable day on the water, look no further. We booked this charter hoping for a good day of fishing, but Captain Alek completely exceeded our expectations from start to finish. Captain Alek knows these waters like the back of his hand. Within no time, he put us exactly where the fish were biting, and we were pulling in some incredibly high-quality mangrove snapper. The action was non-stop, and the gear and boat were in pristine condition.The absolute highlight of the trip, however, happened after the lines were pulled in. Captain Alek took a portion of our fresh mangrove snapper right there on the deck and prepared the most spectacular, delicious ceviche I have ever tasted. It simply does not get any fresher than eating your own catch cured in citrus and spices right out on the water. It was the perfect ending to an already phenomenal day. Phenomenal service, highly knowledgeable captain, and top-tier hospitality. We will absolutely be booking with Captain Alek again next time we are in town! Highly recommend!

    Reported Catch
    Mangrove Snapper
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Response from Captain

    thanks for the great review. It was a pleasure having you guys. Glad you enjoyed the ceviche. Hope to fish with you again soon. 

  • Robert Williams
    Robert Williams
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    One for the memory books!

    6 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM • 2 adults

    Our trip with Captain Alek was nothing short of incredible! From the moment we left the dock, it was obvious we were fishing with someone who truly knows the water. We had an amazing day, catching red snapper, mangrove snapper, and the highlight of the trip—a massive 61-inch mahi mahi. The experience of landing that fish was unforgettable. We had to chase it through a bait ball while it was fleeing from a jumping marlin. It was an incredible and thanks to Captain Alek’s quick thinking, expert boat handling, and calm guidance, we were able to hook and land the fish. On top of that, we came just one snapper short of limiting out for our entire group. Captain Alek worked tirelessly to keep us on the fish and made sure everyone had a great time. Thank you again, Captain Alek, for your professionalism, knowledge, and outstanding skill. This was a trip we’ll be talking about for years to come, and we can’t wait to book another charter with you. If you’re looking for an unforgettable fishing experience, Captain Alek is the one to call!

    Reported Catch
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Silk Snapper
    Response from Captain

    thanks for the review. Congratulations on the Fish of a lifetime that massive Mahi was truly a special Fish. Looking forward to fishing with you guys again soon. 

  • Amanda Soderberg
    Amanda Soderberg
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    core memories!

    Sunset & City lights 4pm to8pm • 6 adults • 4 children

    surprised our 4 fish loving kids with a first time experience of sea fishing. we picked the 4 hour sunset trip. Capt Alek had the best reviews online especially for handling kids on the boat. he sure lived up to the reviews! kids loved the ride to and from the fishing spot too. Each of the kids caught fish including barracudas and even a nurse shark! insane experience. kids havent stopped raving about. boat itself was well maintained and constantly kept clean. Capt Alek provided ice cold drinks. bathroom was well kept too. A definite must do in Miami! and will definitely redo this experience with the kids- 6-8 hours long!

    Reported Catch
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    thanks for the review. It was great having you guys glad the kids enjoyed their trip. Hope to fish with you guys again soon.