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Live-aboard Dry Tortugas Fishing Trips

 
Aboard The
Florida Fish Finder

Step aboard the beautiful, 115 foot Florida Fish Finder to go fishing for 2 or 3 days in the Dry Tortugas for the experience of a  lifetime. Captain Jim Alexander and Florida's most qualified crew bring  you world-class fishing with first rate service and accommodations.

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The  mates are eager to offer all guests, regardless of experience, the benefits of  their lifetime at sea, while the ship's two captains maneuver the boat - expertly dropping in on thousands of hungry and unsuspecting fish in depths of 70 to 300 feet.

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What We Offer on our Fishing Charters
  2 and 3 day fishing charters to the pristine waters of the Dry Tortugas
  Catch black grouper, king mackerel, mutton snapper, yellowtail snapper and many other species ... we hold 6 world records!
Most continuous hours of fishing offered anywhere in the keys...you can fish 24/7!
  Comfortable, air-conditioned accommodations  featuring double wide berths (bedding provided) and a spacious main salon
  On-board chef offering delicious and affordable meals; beer, soda, and free coffee available any time
State of the art electronics on the bridge
  Coast Guard approved for 84 passengers; limited to 36 to maximize comfort and fishing space
  Three bathrooms and two freshwater showers
  Hooks, Leads, Set-ups, Leader Lines, and Bait is happily provided for you by our experienced crew
  Plenty of catch storage

 
  TV and VCR
  Video Poker
  Equipment Rentals
  Helpful and knowledgeable crew

  Bait (squid and ballyhoo)
  Hooks, leads, setups
  Huge topside sundeck

What To Bring
BEER AND SOFT DRINKS are sold on board, $1 for a can of soda and $2 a can of beer.  You are welcome to bring a reasonable-size cooler with your favorite beverages and snacksNO GLASS BOTTLES, PLEASE!

A LIGHT JACKETsometimes it can get chilly in the night air.

FISH COOLERSFlorida Fish Finder Mates mark your catch and store it in a brine solution in our fish coolers…please leave your large fish coolers in your vehicle for the trip home…the Key West marina has security!

TOWELS & TOILETRIES...you will need these, but bedding is provided!

Trip Pricing
Trip description Rate Meal Plan
(optional)
Stern Spot
(optional)
Rod Rental
(optional)
Suggested Tip  
2-Day Weekend
Departs Fri @ 5:00PM
Returns Sun @ 2:00PM
$425 $50 $30 $20 $65
3-Day Weekend
Departs Fri @ 11:00AM
Returns Sun @ 2:00PM
$525 $55 $45 $30 $80
2-Day Mid-Week
Departs Tues@ 4:00PM
Returns Thurs @ NOON
$425 $45 $30 $20 $65

Prices Subject to Change at Anytime

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Notes
Currently, we clean the fish for you; however we do not package and/or ship.
Bring your own live bait and aerator.
Bringing your own equipment? We recommend 4.0 conventional spinning rods with 50+ test line.  PLEASE NO BRAIDED LINE, MONOFILAMENT ONLY!
A smaller rod may be utilized to catch bait.
$200 deposit per person required at time of reservation.
 

Cancellation Policy

Full refund if a customer cancels 2 weeks prior to departure
Raincheck if customer cancels 7-14 days prior to departure
Deposit forfeited if customer cancels < 1 week prior to departure
Raincheck if the Florida Fish Finder cancels the trip
Reservations subject to change in the event of a full ship charter
 
  2008 Schedule - Click Below
2008 Florida Fish Finder Schedule 
FAQ's
What is the difference between two and three day trips?
The difference is your departure time and bag limit on fish
Do we need to bring our own tackle?
We supply all hooks, leads, set-ups, leader line, bait, and bedding If you have any special rigs feel free to bring them. You also may want to bring Sabiki rigs to catch live bait or fresh goggle eyes.
What size cooler should I bring and how many?
On board you won't need anything larger than 100qts. or 25gal. Feel free to keep your larger coolers inside your car. You will need them when we return.
Can I bring beer on board?
You may bring beer on board. All we ask is that it be in cans. NO GLASS!!
What type of equipment do you recommend?
We recommend a 4/0 Conventional rod with 40lb test line and a Spinning rod with 20lb test line. You also may want to bring a smaller rod to catch live bait.
How many rods can I bring?
You can bring as many as you want.
Can I bring a live well?
Certainly. Just make sure it is battery operated as we do not have any outlets on board.
How long does it take to get to the Dry Tortugas?
It takes approximately 4 hours.
What are  the bag limits?
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