Find lobster hideouts and learn how to catch them
4, 6 or 8 hrs
Up to 6 people
Cabin, shower, bottled water
Explore lobster hiding spots around Key West and learn techniques for catching them. Spend your charter snorkeling in search of dinner.
Receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the trip. No refund is issued for cancellations within 7 days or no-shows. Receive a full refund if the captain cancels due to weather, mechanical issues, or unforeseen circumstances.
Bring a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, a towel, water shoes, a change of clothes, a swimsuit, a camera or cell phone for photos, any medications you need to take, and motion sickness prevention (start the night before).
Yes. Recreational lobster season runs from Aug 6 to March 31.
Some charter options note that fees are not included. Clarify what fees apply and the exact amount with Greetwell before you book.
Stock Island Yacht Club, 6000 Peninsular Ave., Key West, FL 33040
Captain Janis has built a strong reputation in Key West for lobstering trips, though she clearly offers much more than that. Reviewers consistently praise her deep knowledge of local waters, her ability to find lobsters even late in the season, and her willingness to jump in the water alongside guests to help them succeed. First mate Siba also gets regular shoutouts, and the two make a well-regarded team on the water. What stands out most is how flexible and personal the experience feels. Guests have combined lobstering with reef fishing, snorkeling, sandbar stops, and dolphin watching all in a single trip. One family noted how patient and attentive Janis was with their autistic child, and she has even officiated elopements on short notice. If you have something specific in mind, she seems genuinely willing to shape the day around it.
Brandy and I had an awesome day on the Dauntless with Capt Janis. She performed our marriage ceremony, then took us to a reef for a great snorkeling trip then we moved off to fish the remainder of the day. The weather was pretty crappy but she made the best of it for us. The boat was great and rode well in mixed seas. After a great trip she cleaned the fish and bagged it up. She recommended a restaurant with a local vibe. "The Hogfish bar and grill" Capt Janis joined us after we invited her. The restaurant prepared our catch. Some blackened and the rest deep friend. It was delicious. We highly recommend Capt Janis and Dauntless Excursions. Darryl and Brandy Donovan
james donovan
June 8, 2026
Brandy and I had an awesome day on the Dauntless with Capt Janis. She performed our marriage ceremony, then took us to a reef for a great snorkeling trip then we moved off to fish the remainder of the day. The weather was pretty crappy but she made the best of it for us. The boat was great and rode well in mixed seas. After a great trip she cleaned the fish and bagged it up. She recommended a restaurant with a local vibe. "The Hogfish bar and grill" Capt Janis joined us after we invited her. The restaurant prepared our catch. Some blackened and the rest deep friend. It was delicious. We highly recommend Capt Janis and Dauntless Excursions. Darryl and Brandy Donovan
james donovan
June 8, 2026
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