Islamorada Spearfishing Trips
$1,000-$1,800
Join Captain Ryan for a memorable day underwater
The creator of this unique charter, Captain Ryan Jenkins! PADI Scuba Dive Instructor, Freedive Instructor, Spearfishing instructor, Master Captain, Dive Guide and more. With years of experience, Ryan has made The Florida Keys his home and Passion. You find him under the waves more often than not!
Whether you’re a novice angler or an experienced deepwater hunter, our team of licensed and certified captains and divemasters are here to show you the best spearfishing the Keys has to offer. We use high-quality spearfishing equipment and our captains have decades of experience underwater.
New to the sport? We have four-hour trips over shallow reefs in 10-15′ of water. For experienced spearfishers, we have dive-only deepwater wrecks and freediving bluewater excursions targeting some of the most iconic species in the Keys. We pride ourselves on providing a safe, educational, and fun spearfishing trip for your group.
Main Spearfishing Seasons
Spearfishing is great in the Keys year round but there are some target species we can only legally harvest during certain seasons:
- Lobster – August-March
- Grouper May-December
- Hogfish – May-October
Blue Star Dive Operators
By choosing a Blue Star Dive Operator, you’re not just selecting a spearfishing trip; you’re supporting a business dedicated to sustainable tourism in the Florida Keys.
Where We Go
We offer three different types of Spearfishing Experiences, shallow reef patches, deeper reefs and wrecks, and offshore blue water. Whether you’re new to the sport or an experienced diver, we have a mix of spearfishing locations and species to target throughout the year. We decide where to go based on your dive experience, comfort level, and what you’d like to target. This is all group dependent. It’s our mission to provide the most exhilarating and safe spearfishing experience based on the conditions we have.
Per Florida law, we have to be three miles offshore in federal waters to legally spearfish. Depending on the seasons and the weather, we’re heading to wrecks north of Islamorada, reefs south of Alligator Lighthouse, or offshore to the humps.
Spearfishing For Beginners (4-6 Hours)
We love teaching beginners and younger folks how to safely spearfish. We’re running these trips in 10-15′ of water on shallow patches of reef. You will always have a professional divemaster with you as a guide. Target species include grouper and snapper.
Deeper reefs and wrecks (6-8 Hours)
These are scuba-only and are not for beginners as it’s an advanced dive. We’re heading to some of the most iconic wrecks in the keys in 30′-90′ of water. Target species include black grouper, mutton snapper, and cubera snapper. Occasionally we’ll get our sights on yellow jack, amberjack, and a rare african pompano. We will take a break halfway through the trip to come back, swap out tanks, and eat lunch before heading back out for another hunt.
Bluewater Spearfishing (6-8 Hours)
We’re heading 15-20 miles offshore to the humps and reefs targeting mahi mahi and other popular pelagic species that hang on the surface in deep water. As we’re running, we’re scanning the ocean surface for weedlines, birds, and debris. We’ll start with fishing rods, casting bait to keep locate and attract the fish. Once we’re on a school, we’ll get you in the water and the hunt is on!
Wahoo are a little different, usually on the reef edge or drifting bluewater over the wrecks. We use flashers to entice these fish in to get close enough for a shot. You’re using a bigger gun with a float bag and a line. Once you take your shot, that fish is going to run!
What's Included
All spearfishing charters include a captain/mate. Coolers full of ice and water, with plenty of room for all your food and drinks you may like to bring. We offer resort pick up and drop off. Gear is available for all sizes. If hunting fish or lobstering we will clean and prepare your catch for transport home.
We provide Killshot and Koah spearfishing guns and stringers, and snorkeling equipment (masks, snorkels, fins) is provided for our shallow reef and free dive trips.
Enjoy the amenities of the Angler House Marina
Arrive early or stay late and enjoy everything the Angler House has to offer. Take a dip in the pool, enjoy cocktails at the tiki bar, or have your catch cooked at the restaurant. There are hammocks, paddleboards, cornhole, and more. If you need to take a shower after your trip, they’ve got you taken care of too.
What To Bring
If you want to bring your own spearfishing and dive equipment, it’s always recommended as it’s what you’re comfortable with and will be most successful with.
We do have rental gear available:
- Tanks & Weights are included for everyone (this is part of the charter)
- BCD or a Regulator ($30 per person, per day, per device)
- Masks, snorkel ($10)
- Fins ($10)
We do not rent wetsuits. You’ll need to bring your own. Local dive shops will rent or sell you one. The closest dive shop to us is Key Dives or Islamorada Dive Center. Conch Republic Divers is great as well, up in Tavernier.
Be sure to bring a rash guard, if you do not have one, we have some for sale.
Bring a change of clothes to change after your trip, there are showers at Angler House Marina our guests are free to use.
If you struggle with seasickness, be sure to take seasickness medication the night before and morning of our trip.
- Towels
- Snacks & Beverages
- Reef-Safe Sunscreen
- Great Attitudes
- Rashguard & Wetsuit
- Polarized Glasses
- Spf Clothing and Hat
- Seasickness Medication
- Spray-On Sunscreen
- Glass Bottles
- Cooler or Ice
Islamorada Spearfishing Trips FAQs
Have a question? We've got answers. If you do not see your question answered below, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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About Us
I'm Capt. Zander
Hey there, I'm the man steering the ship here at Lightly Salted Charters with mate First Mate, Bax The Boat Dog. I'm a seasoned mariner with the heart of an explorer and the skills of a first responder. Imagine cruising Islamorada’s azure waters with someone as passionate about your safety as they are about showing you an exhilarating time. That's the experience Bax and I offer here at Lightly Salted Charters.
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Our Boat
Say hello to our pristine 2015 Twin Vee 26-Foot Ocean Cat! Engineered for both power and comfort, this boat takes your sandbar, snorkeling, and fishing adventures to uncharted territories of exhilaration! With spacious seating, top-notch amenities, and plenty of room for all your favorite water toys like lily pads, sunchills, and paddleboards, this boat is practically a floating paradise.
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