Captain John is an expert on Key West flats fishing and my wife and I really enjoyed learning so much from John about the Key West waters, tarpon migrations, difficulty in catching Permit fish, bonefish, and the assortment of local fish we caught during our 6 hr trip.  John put us in a spot that he said would give us the best opportunity to land an adult tarpon who just migrated from the south to KW.  Boom… with live bait, I landed an 80 lb tarpon!  Thank you John, we will book you again on our next trip to Key West!

Had a windy day, John had a game plan from the start. He had places to keep us out of the waves all day. Caught monster snapper, and so many different type of fish I cant remember all their names. Even with the wind got very close to hooking two tarpon, and a big barracuda. It was my first time ocean fishing so a better angler would have hooked up I’m sure. Being new to the ocean he was very patient with me and explained everything. Very knowledgeable, and easy to get along with. Boat was very comfortable even considering the big waves. Next time I go fishing here it will be with John. Thanks for the great trip!

I had the pleasure of going fishing with Captain John, and I must say it was an unforgettable experience. Captain John not only demonstrated an impressive knowledge of the waters and the fish we were targeting but also a deep understanding of the ecosystem.

What sets Captain John apart is his commitment to educating his passengers. Throughout the trip, he patiently answered our questions, shared valuable tips and techniques, and even taught us about the marine life we encountered along the way. His passion for the ocean and its inhabitants was truly inspiring.

Moreover, Captain John was a master of his craft. He expertly navigated the boat to the best fishing spots, and it was evident that he knew the habits and patterns of the fish we were after. His guidance led to a successful and exciting day of fishing.

Beyond his knowledge and skills, Captain John was an absolute pleasure to be around. His friendly and approachable demeanor made the trip enjoyable for me and my fiancé. It was clear that he genuinely cared about our experience and went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and safety.

Captain John is not just a fishing boat captain; he is an educator, a conservationist, and an all-around amazing person. If you’re looking for an exceptional fishing experience with someone who truly cares about the environment and their passengers, Captain John is the one to book with. I definitely would rebook with him next time I visit.

What a GREAT experience. I booked the full day trip, and got more than I ever could have hoped for. Like other reviews say, with John, you not only get a fishing trip, but you get knowledge about the area. He talked about the fish, the tides, the area, and even the birds. Very knowledgeable captain who truly cares about your experience and the local fisheries. I told John I wanted to catch big fish, that I didn’t care about eating anything. That’s exactly what he delivered. We caught sharks in the morning, then went for tarpon in the afternoon. The only reason there aren’t tarpon pics is my lack of skill in hooking them and bringing them in. John put me on them. We caught big fish, and were fishing almost the entire time… as opposed to deep sea trips where you spend two hours driving back and forth into the open ocean. I can’t recommend this boat and captain enough, and will be booking with him again soon!

It was our first time fishing the flats and backcountry of Key West.  Captain John knew where to and explained why he was going where we were going and how to fish in particular spots.  We were hoping for Tarpon but caught something even better.
Sight fishing in some flats, we spotted a small school of Bonefish.  Captain was probably more excited than we were and told my son exactly how to cast for them.  My son threw out the lure and got a hard hit first time!!  And could tell the Captain was proud because he was so excited for my son and went the extra mile in describing how delicate a Bonefish is and how it should be netted and released.  What a score!
I highly recommend Captain John if you want to fish with a guy who knows his fisheries and wants to teach as much as “do”