Reef & Wreck Fishing Charter in Key West

Private Key West fishing with gear, licenses, and crew guidance included

5.0 stars• 25 reviews

Duration

4, 6 or 8 hours

Ideal For

Up to 6 people

Includes

Fishing gear, licenses, fuel

Highlights

Explore Key West reef and wreck fishing aboard Lilly II, a private charter for anglers of all experience levels. Your crew tailors the outing to the day’s conditions and your group’s experience.

Explore reef and wreck sites selected for the day’s conditions
Target seasonal species such as snapper, grouper, amberjack, cobia, kingfish, and barracuda
Learn hands-on fishing techniques with crew guidance for all experience levels
Relax between catches with comfortable seating, dry storage, a freshwater shower, and a private bathroom

What's Included

Professional captain and crew
Fishing equipment and licenses
Fuel
Ice and bottled water
Cooler space for drinks and snacks

Important details

Arrive 15 minutes before departure at Stock Island Marina or Opal Key Resort

Split the cost with your group

This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.

From$247per person

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Cancellation Policy

Reservations are non-refundable within 72 hours of departure.

Product ID: HUSXK6

FAQs

Bring any food or alcoholic beverages you want onboard, plus a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Bottled water, ice, and cooler space are provided.

All ages are welcome.

Review summary

5.0

Excellent

25 reviewsGoogle Maps

Captain James and Captain Chris have built a strong reputation on the water around Key West, and it's easy to see why repeat customers keep coming back. Both captains bring deep local knowledge, easygoing personalities, and a genuine passion for what they do, whether that's putting you on mahi, grouper, or swordfish offshore, or running a scenic trip out to the Dry Tortugas and Fort Jefferson. The boats are consistently praised as pristine and well-maintained, and the crew has a knack for making first-timers feel just as welcome as seasoned anglers. Beyond fishing, they also offer sunset sails and sandbar trips, making this a solid option for groups with mixed interests. One reviewer noted the offshore trips run a bit pricier than some competitors, but felt the boat quality and overall experience made it worthwhile. If you're planning a trip to Key West and want a day on the water that actually delivers, these guys are a safe bet.

What people are saying

What an experience! Captain James put us on Mahi as soon as he found a school and bam! We spent the half hour pulling in Mahi back to back. James did a great job focusing on all 5 of the people in our group. He did such a great job staying focused on helping us get the fish in the boat and a new line out ASAP. I was in awe first to see all the fish we were catching but then to see how attentive he was to us all at the same time. Wow! We had a blast! The boat was fast, spacious, and super clean. We got to our honey spot on our deep sea charter super fast and comfortably. We will definitely be booking with Next Chapter in the future. HIGHLY recommend! Thanks James! You made my sister’s birthday an EPIC one.

Kim Sewell

August 26, 2026

Kim Sewell

August 26, 2026

Meeting details

Stock Island Marina or Opal Key Resort

Experience provided by Next Chapter Charters

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Why book through Greetwell?

No Added Fees
No booking or service fees, ever
Concierge Support Included
Real humans ready to help with timing, questions, or special requests
Free Cancellation Available
Most experiences can be cancelled for a full refund