Unforgettable Private Fishing Charters in Key West
Experience a beautiful day on the waters of Key West on a private fishing charter with your own group.
Catch the “Fish of a Lifetime” With Your Private Group
Southbound Sportfishing Is a Knot Above The Rest
Why fish with us when there are so many private charter companies in Key West to choose from?
Captain Rich has almost 40 years of experience fishing on the waters of Key West, and has been in business on The Southbound for over 30 years.
The Southbound is a large, well built, custom Sportfishing boat that can handle the seas well and seat 6 people comfortably.
On your private charter trip, you’ll be able to get your family or friends together and have a memorable day of fishing off the Key West coast. You’ll be allowed to keep whatever you catch, and I can take you to the best fishing spots based on the type of fish you want to catch.
Charter Details & FAQs
What is included on the private fishing charter?
On every trip, we include licenses, bait, tackle, and coolers with ice. On a private charter your group can include up to 6 people total.
What are the trip lengths?
We offer 4, 6, and 8 hr charters. All trips times are from dock to dock, leaving from our slip in the Charter Boat Row at 1801 N. Roosevelt Blvd. Travel time to the fishing grounds is approximately 45-60 minutes.
Am I guaranteed to catch a fish?
All trips are fishing trips, but nothing is guaranteed. If something is not working or an area is not producing, I am more than willing to change gameplans or move to another area as time allows.
Can we keep all of the fish we catch?
Yes, on a private charter, all edible fish are yours to keep. The mate will fillet and bag them. There is no extra charge for this service.
Is there a restroom on board?
The Southbound has an electric toilet in an enclosed restroom in the forward section of the boat.
What are the fishing charter policies?
TIPPING: On all trips, it is customary to tip the first mate. 20% is standard.
CANCELLATIONS: My cancellation policy is minimum 72 hrs notice or the full amount of the charter will be charged to the credit card on fille. In case of inclement weather, if it is blowing 20mph or greater a customer may cancel without penalty