Marathon sits in the middle of the Florida Keys. Tarpon are the spring headline — morning and afternoon tarpon trips run from March through June — with permit on the flats, shark fishing and half- and full-day trips the rest of the year.
Questions
How much does a fishing charter in Marathon cost?
Day trips with the captains here run from $800 to $1,200 for the whole boat, depending on how long you go out. Every price is the captain's own, shown before you pay.
How many people can go on one trip?
Most trips here take up to 4 guests. The price is for the whole boat unless a trip says per person.
What can you catch on a fishing charter in Marathon?
The captains here fish for tarpon, permit, shark, snapper and cobia — what's biting depends on the season and the trip you pick.
Do I need a Florida fishing license on a charter?
No. On a licensed Florida charter boat, the boat's license covers everyone fishing aboard, so you don't need your own saltwater license for the trip.
How do I book a fishing charter in Marathon?
Pick a captain and press Book. You choose the trip and date on the captain's own booking page and pay your deposit to them directly — the money goes straight to the captain, not through a middleman.