Fishing charters

Tailwalker

Tailwalker Charters at Hawks Cay Resort offers the premier Florida Keys offshore fishing experience with direct access to some of the richest fishing grounds in the world. Within minutes of stepping aboard our top-notch vessel, you will be fishing clear blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean for trophy game fish, hard-fighting bottom dwellers, and delectable table fare species.

Whether you’re vacationing in the Florida Keys with your family and just want to venture out for a fun day at sea, or you're on a non-stop fishing adventure with your friends and seek constant rod-bending action, our locally-respected captain and crew will go out of their way to ensure you catch fish and have a great time while doing so. From anchoring up on the beautiful reefs for Snapper/Grouper and many other species (great for kids and family fun), bouncing out to the offshore wrecks in hopes of big jacks, muttons, and other fish for a tough fight, to targeting Sailfish, Mahi, Tuna, and Swordfish offshore the TAILWALKER is ready and eager to guide you on a trip of a lifetime.

Give us a call today and book your Florida Keys fishing experience of a lifetime!

Sail Fishing

The TAILWALKER is tournament ready when it comes to sail fishing, equipped with top of the line rods, reels, and tackle this crew is seasoned and efficient. from kite fishing to sight fishing our captain and crew are readily available to share their tricks and tips aboard this fine sportfishing vessel. Come catch your trophy on one of the most premier sail fishing boats the Florida keys has to offer.

Swordfishing in the Florida Keys

Tailwalker Charters at Hawks Cay Resort offers full-day swordfishing excursions. Come test your luck with one of the most sought-after trophy fish in south Florida. These swordfish can grow upwards of 500+ lbs. and are an incredible creature from the depths of the ocean residing in 1500-1900ft of water. The Tailwalker is equip with the best of the best when it comes to rods and reels for a battle that could take hours.

Captain Brandon Simmons of Tailwalker Charters is participating in the Billfish Foundations Tag and Release program.

 

About the Boat

The Tailwalker is an air-conditioned 44’ Custom Sunny Briggs that is fast, smooth, comfortable and built to fish. The Tailwalker is fully rigged with top-of-the-line Simrad electronics and Shimano tackle and comes equipped with a 35-foot tuna tower, large baitwells, and the expertise of Managing Capt. Brandon Simmons. It also has all the tools onboard for a memorable day of catching trophy fish in the Florida Keys.

"Let us help you plan your trip! Enjoy a stay at Hawks Cay Resort and your fishing adventure will be just steps from your door."

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OUR SPECIALTIES

Mahi Mahi

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Offshore Fishing

Visually speaking you won’t find a prettier fish in the Atlantic Ocean or Gulf of Mexico. With electric hues of blue, yellow and green, dolphin fish are like free-swimming neon signs. Caught year ‘round.

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Grouper

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Offshore Fishing

There are nearly a dozen different species of grouper found in Florida waters, but most charter boats fishing in The Keys target the big three – gag, red and black grouper. The record black is 113.38 lbs.

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Blackfin

tuna

Offshore Fishing

The blackfin can be taken on live or artificial baits. One of the smallest of the tunas, the blackfin rarely reaches a weight of more than 30 lbs. The Florida record, caught in the Keys, is 45.5 pounds.

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Swordfish

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Offshore Fishing

Averaging 9.8 ft. (3 m) in length and 200 lbs. (90.7 kg), Swordfish are among the ocean's fastest and most powerful fish. Swordfish are giants. The Florida record, snagged in the Keys, is 612.75 lbs.

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Big Game

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Reel in Marlin, Sailfish & Swordfish

For a real challenge, head for deep waters. Most blue-water hunters target the superstar of the Florida Keys, the legendary Blue Marlin, an open-ocean predator known for its epic trans-Atlantic migrations.

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CHARTER RATES

Tailwalker—Half Day Reef

Availability: Call for Availability

Rates: $1300

Requirements & Restrictions: Maximum 6 people

Tailwalker—Three Quarter Day Reef

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Rates: $1600

Requirements & Restrictions: Maximum 6 people

Tailwalker—Full Day Reef

Availability: Call for Availability

Rates: $2000

Requirements & Restrictions: Maximum 6 people

Tailwalker—Half Day Offshore

Availability: Call for Availability

Rates: $1500

Requirements & Restrictions: Maximum 6 people

Tailwalker—Three Quarter Day Offshore

Availability: Call for Availability

Rates: $2000

Requirements & Restrictions: Maximum 6 people

Tailwalker—Full Day Offshore

Availability: Call for Availability

Rates: $2500

Requirements & Restrictions: Maximum 6 people