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Rates & Policies

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Private Islamorada fishing charters for up to 4 people

Rates

Every trip on Satisfaction Charters is private, for up to 4 passengers, and includes all bait, tackle, licenses, bottled water, fish cleaning, and coolers.

No hidden fees. No added charges. Everything is upfront.

  • Family Fun CharterDuration: 2 or 3 hours (you choose)$200per hourPerfect for kids, beginners, and guests who want a short, easygoing trip with lots of action.
  • Half-Day Reef/OffshoreDuration: 4 hours$850Classic Keys fishing with steady action and multiple spots.
  • ¾-Day Reef/OffshoreDuration: 6 hours$1,050More time means more variety, more spots, and more flexibility.
  • Full-Day Reef/OffshoreDuration: 8 hours$1,250Best odds for a full experience covering multiple zones and species.
  • 4-Hour Tarpon TripDuration: 4 hours$650Focused, tide-dependent, conditions-dependent tarpon fishing.
  • YouTube & Creator ChartersDuration: You choose$200per hour (2.5-hour minimum, $500)Built for creators who need steady action, clean angles, and a captain who understands filming.

Add-ons & extended time

Keep fishing if the bite is hot

If the schedule allows, you can extend any trip at the end:

$150 per additional hour

Brian will let you know if the timing works before confirming.

Everything you need for a great day

What's included

  • All required fishing licenses
  • All bait and tackle
  • Bottled water
  • Coolers for food/drinks and your fish
  • Fish cleaning after the trip
  • Enclosed cabin for shade and breaks
  • Hands-on instruction (you cast, hook, fight, and land the fish)

What you bring: Sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, snacks, and any extra drinks.

Honest, fair & safety-first guidelines

Trip policies

How to reserve your trip

Booking information

Call or text (primary)
305-393-2029 Text
Secondary
305-214-5277

To confirm your booking, a 20% deposit is required. Deposits are taken over the phone by credit card.

Honest, fair & straightforward

Cancellation policy

Captain Brian runs a small, owner-operated charter business. Short-notice cancellations hurt his schedule and income, so the policies are firm but fair, and always safety-first.

  • Standard cancellation window: Cancel 7 days or more before your trip for a full refund.
  • 48-hour policy (strict): Cancellations made within 48 hours of your trip are charged in full, unless the weather makes it unsafe at the captain's discretion.
  • No-shows: Charged in full.

Bottom line: If you cancel last minute without a valid reason, you're responsible for the full trip cost.

Safety comes first, always

Weather policy

This policy protects guests and prevents wasted days on the water.

Automatic full refund or reschedule if:

  • There is imminent lightning
  • Sustained winds over 20 mph
  • A forecast of torrential rain all day

If weather ends the trip early:

  • The trip is pro-rated
  • Minimum charge: 50% of the total trip cost

If conditions are safe and fishable:

  • The trip will proceed
  • Light rain or scattered summer showers are normal and typically fishable

Important to know before booking

Age, mobility & safety policies

  • The boat is not fully handicap accessible.
  • Guests must be able to safely board and move around the boat.
  • Wheelchairs and guests with unstable mobility may not be safe to take.
  • Children are welcome. Family Fun Charters are perfect for kids.

Important note: If you're unsure whether someone in your group can safely participate, call first.

Group size rules

  • Maximum group size: 6 passengers (U.S. Coast Guard regulation)
  • Babies and young children count as passengers
  • No exceptions: this rule is federal, not flexible.

Payment methods

Deposits and balances are paid via:

  • Credit card (processed by the captain over the phone)
  • Remaining balance typically paid day-of the trip

No mandatory gratuities. Tipping is appreciated, not required.

The fine print, in plain English

Terms to protect your experience

This is a hands-on fishing experience.

You cast, hook, fight, and land your fish.

Not for "meat-hunters"

If you're looking for a "meat-haul" and will judge the trip by the dollar value of fillets: this is not the right charter for you.

For fun-seeking anglers

If you want a fun, honest, action-heavy Islamorada trip with a captain who works hard and keeps things relaxed: you're in the right place.

Building trust

You'll earn trust here before the boat even leaves the dock.

Call 305-393-2029

Book direct with the captain

Ready to book your Islamorada charter?

Satisfaction Charters is a small, owner-operated business, so you'll be speaking with the captain, not a call center. Captain Brian confirms your trip with a 20% deposit by credit card over the phone.

Secondary: 305-214-5277