Offshore and Reef Fishing Charter
Islamorada, Florida and 1 more
Private trip guided by James
Yabba Charters • 20-29 years of experience
About
Offshore and reef fishing in the Florida Keys is an experience unlike any other. From the beautiful clear waters of the Atlantic to the vibrant wildlife and coral reefs, you’ll find yourself surrounded by beauty. And of course, the fishing is amazing!
When you’re seeking a colorful and exciting catch, look no further than the Keys and Islamorada. The Florida Keys is the perfect location to catch a wide variety of species. You’ll find yourself reeling in something new every time you cast your line. Not to mention, the variety of fishing spots available make Offshore fishing in the Florida Keys a unique and exciting adventure.
Offshore fishing in Islamorada is for the adventurous at heart. Imagine a world of breathtaking beauty that’s supercharged with lively, vivid fish at every angle. You cast your bait and wait for a catch that you’ll talk about for a lifetime. This is what offshore fishing in Islamorada is all about.
Did you know that Islamorada is known as the sport fishing capital of the world? Get ready for nothing less than excitement when you set sail on our fishing charter.
Targeted species
- Amberjack
- Barracuda
- Grouper
- Goliath Grouper
- Mahi Mahi
- Marlin
- Permit
- Wahoo
- Snapper
- Shark
What to bring
- Sunscreen
- Quick-Dry / Sun-protective Clothing
- Polarized Sunglasses
- Camera
Guided by Yabba Charters
Islamorada, Florida • 20-29 years of experience
Captain James has called Islamorada, Florida, home since he was three years old. When he was a toddler, his parents had a wild idea to leave Minnesota, head south, and buy a trawler. His family traveled from Tampa to Key West on this boat. When they docked in Islamorada, they fell in love with the place and decided to stay!
As long as Capt. James can remember, fishing and water sports have always been fundamental aspects of his life. Since childhood, he has been an avid spearfisherman. In addition to being a professional tournament fisherman, he is also SCUBA certified.
Capt. James is happily married to his wife, Annie. They welcomed their son Benjamin in May 2020.
Annie & Captain James with a Mahi Mahi
During and after high school, James served as a mate on a number of top charter boats in the Florida Keys. Working on the Yabba Dabba Doo was actually his first full time job for his future father-in-law in 2009 (he did not realize that at the time).
As part of his desire to explore the world, James has traveled to Alaska, Bahamas, Costa Rica, Key West, Turks and Caicos, Louisiana, Maine, Martha’s Vineyard, and Montauk in the process of serving on private sport fish boats during the past decade.
Captain James with his son
James was ready to take the helm of his own boat after earning well-deserved respect in the professional sailfish tournament scene and ten years of experience as a mate. The Yabba Dabba Doo, a boat he was familiar with and that his father-in-law, Steve Leopold, ran for the past 25 years, came up for sale in June 2020.
Life fell into place and this new venture began!
Locations
- Islamorada, Florida
- Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina, 84001 Overseas Hwy, Windley Key, Florida 33036
Exact meeting location will be provided after booking.
Free cancellation up to 7 days before the trip.
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