Joined in 2022
Paul Manoogian
6-9 years of experience
Everglades National Park, 40001 Main Park Rd, Key Largo, Florida 33037
Serving 2 locationsMy name is Paul Manoogian I was born in 1993 in Miami Florida the year after Hurricane Andrew. My Grandfather started fishing Biscayne Bay, Flamingo, and Marco Island for Snook back in the 50's and there are logs in his journals of me catching fish on the boat in 1997 when I was 4 years old. In 2006 my dad passed away and left me with an abundance of knowledge and a deep passion for the outdoors. In 2014 my grandpa also passed away and that's when I bought his skiff to keep in the family instead of letting it get sold. I started fishing Flamingo and Biscayne Bay as often as I could. After lots of trips a mentor from my church who's father was involved in the Miami Met Tournaments and grew up fishing in the keys mentioned that I was very good and that I should pursue getting my Captains License. I worked hard for 4 years averaging 150 days a year from 2014-2018. In 2018 I got my Captains license and started Legacy Charters Fishing. I used the word "legacy" because of the long lasting impact my dad and grandpa had on me and the tools and knowledge they passed onto me before they left. I've been guiding professionally since 2018 and hope to win some big tournaments some day (currently fishing The Herman Lucerne Tarpon Cup and tied for 4th last time I fished it.) One of the things my grandpa excelled at was trolling for snook; I've never seen someone as dialed into the snook as he was. I grew up fishing with him and have a lot of background with that style of fishing. I also picked up fly-fishing in 2013 and right now I'm focusing on learning and dialing in the No Motor Zones in Everglades National Park accessed only by canoe. These are some of the things I do that might be different than some other guides in the area.
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5.0
Based on 8 reviews
David M.
February 2025
VerifiedFriendly guide with great knowledge of the entire Everglades. Knew different fishing spots for different tides. Backwater canoe was a full day and never saw another person. Incredible knowledge of the area, fish and wildlife. My wife and I highly recommend Paul
Read moreJoel and Angela
January 2025
VerifiedPaul was a great guide! Came to Flamingo Adventure launch in the National Everglades Park bright and early and knew the area incredibly well and was more informative than the backwater tour boat guides! Found us fish (and gators and crocs) and was patient and helpful. Would def recommend his half day charter, but guessing his full day would be just as great!
Read moreSylvain G.
January 2025
VerifiedPaul has been an awesome guide and word hard to catch a lot of fishes. He is very knowledgeable and doesn’t hesitate to provide tips and guidance while fighting big fish!!! It was ours second trip with himself and we come back again for sure.
Read moreKevin D.
December 2024
VerifiedAbsolutely fantastic fishing excursion! Paul was knowledgeable, friendly, and went above and beyond to make the experience memorable. We caught plenty of fish and enjoyed our time. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a fun and relaxing day of fishing!
Read moreDavid A.
September 2024
VerifiedGreat time with Paul he knew exactly where the fish live. Captain Paul was very patient teaching my girlfriend, which aloud me to catch plenty of fish. Tarpon snook redfish jacks snappers, seen sharks dolphin and crocodile. We definitely will fish with him again when down at Flamingo lodge!
Read moreCarla C.
April 2024
VerifiedBest experience ever! My son came home very happy and he said the experience was great. Captain Manoogian really knows how to make a memorable day
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