Florida Keys Fishing and Marina - Offshore/Reef Charters at Hawks Cay Resort

Just beneath the calm, sparkling-blue waters that surround Hawks Cay Resort, there is a thriving marine ecosystem that boasts some of the most sought-after fishing in the entire Atlantic Ocean. Close to the edge of the continental shelf, the Florida Keys – and the Middle Keys in particular – are ideally situated alongside migratory routes of pelagic fish like tuna, mahi-mahi, and wahoo, as well as game fish like kingfish, sailfish, and even the occasional marlin for exceptional deep-sea fishing in the Florida Keys.

And, with a vast reef system just beneath the waters, grouper, yellowtail, snapper, and hogfish are always in abundance as well. Indulge in a Florida Keys fishing experience like no other, only with Hawks Cay. To book a fishing charter, please email us at fishing@hawkscay.com. Dock office hours are 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

The Hawks Cay Marina has five offshore/reef charter boats in the beautiful Florida Keys:

TailWalker:

Discover the diversity of offshore/reef fishing with Captains Scott Walker and Josh Ardis. With many years of experience fishing the waters of the Florida Keys, this Duck Key charter captain will take you on a fishing trip to remember. Ride with him on the Tailwalker, a 43-foot sport fisherman able to comfortably charter up to six people. Go offshore to pursue sailfish, marlin, tuna or mahi-mahi or reef fish for delicious snapper, grouper and kingfish. Fish with Captain Josh while enjoying all the amenities of a properly-appointed tournament equipped vessel. Visit the Tailwalker Charters website for exceptional Florida Keys fishing trips.

• Half-Day Reef - $850
• Half-Day Mahi-Mahi - $1,100
• Full-Day Reef - $1,400
• Full-Day Mahi - $1,700

TailWalker II

Captain Scott Walker, a well-traveled Duck Key fishing guide and tournament winner, has the equipment, experience and knowledge to take you on an unforgettable fishing excursion. Enjoy an exciting trip on the Tailwalker II, a 50-foot Viking that is tournament-rigged; equipped with air-conditioning, tuna tower, complete electronics and satellite TV. Go offshore to pursue sailfish, marlin, tuna, mahi-mahi or reef fish for delicious snapper, grouper and kingfish. Let Captain Scott teach you the ways of sport fishing in Duck Key while enjoying the pristine waters of the Florida Keys. Visit the Tailwalker Charters website.

• Half-Day Reef - $950
• Half-Day Mahi - $1,200
• Full-Day Reef - $1,500
• Full-Day Mahi - $1,900

The Final Final

The Final Final is a luxury 39-foot classic Buddy Davis sport fisherman that accommodates six people comfortably. It features an air-conditioned salon with stereo/DVD and satellite TV. A large cockpit, fighting chair and top-notch tackle assure every angler a great fishing vacation in the Florida Keys.

• Half-Day Reef - $750
• Half-Day Mahi - $900
• Full-Day Reef - $1,100
• Full-Day Mahi - $1,300

Get Bent

"Get Bent" Charters (LLC) is owned and operated by Captain Chris Walter. Captain Chris has been a part of the Hawks Cay fishing fleet for nearly a decade working with the many other captains on the dock. After many years of service, he has constructed a custom-built, 25-foot center console sportfishing boat of his own. The boat accommodates up to four people and specializes in reef, wreck, and offshore fishing trips targeting many species in the Florida Keys surrounding waters. Its amenities include the finest of fishing tackle, ample shade from the mid-day sun, seating accommodations, as well as a toilet for added comfort. Captain Chris will gladly provide a safe and fun fishing adventure that will leave lasting memories of your trip to Hawks Cay Resort and Marina. Welcome aboard!

• Half-Day Reef - $600
• Half-Day Mahi - $650
• Full-Day Reef- $800
• Full-Day Mahi - $850

Eagle Eye

A recent addition to our charter fleet, Eagle Eye is a 26-foot Regulator Center Console with a T-top and a head. It takes up to four people fishing in Duck Key, primarily on the reef, but it also fishes offshore in suitable conditions. This boat has the option of fishing deep areas of Florida Bay, but not the shallow banks and flats accessible to the backcountry skiffs.

• Half-Day Reef - $600
• Half-Day Mahi - $650
• Full-Day Reef - $800
• Full-Day Mahi - $850
  

  Charter fishing Cancellation Policy: Should you cancel your charter within 5 days (120 hours) prior to the scheduled departure of the charter, we will charge a cancellation fee of half the cost of the charter. If you cancel your charter within the last 24 hours prior to scheduled departure, we will charge full cost of the charter. Cancellations are to be made only with the Dock Office of Hawks Cay Marina at 305-743-9000, option #2. Upon cancellation you will receive a "cancellation number." Please retain this number for confirmation of the cancellation. Captains make all weather decisions related to charters. Should your captain cancel your charter due to inclement weather, there will be no charge to you.