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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the trip include?

  • Fishing Licenses

  • Bait and Tackle

  • Rods / Reels

  • Cooler and Ice

  • Expertise and Local Knowledge

  • Cleaning / Fileting of your catch

What happens if the weather is bad?

In the case of bad or severe weather, the captain will decide to delay, reschedule or cancel the trip.   If the trip is cancelled the deposit will be refunded

How many people can the boats handle?

Tipsy Hooker II can take up to 4 anglers.   

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5 More Minutes can take up to 3 anglers.

What should I bring?

  • Sunscreen

  • Motion Sickness Medication

  • Polarized Sunglasses

  • Hat

  • Water

  • Beverages of Choice 

  • Food/ Snacks

  • Light Sole Shoes

  • Camera

  • Tip / Gratuity

What fish will I catch?

Islamorada waters are full of multiple species of fish.  We target certain species on our trips based on the time of year and what types of fish are predominant at that time.

 

The Offshore fishing trips target Mahi ( dolphin ), but other fish commonly caught during these trips include tuna, tripletail, wahoo, sailfish and others.  Deep dropping typically produces tile fish, grouper, snapper and more.

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The Inshore/Reef fishing trips include snapper, yellowtail snapper, grouper, kingfish, sailfish, mackerel, and many more.

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The Tarpon and Shark trips includes these fish as well as snapper, goliath grouper, trout, redfish, and barracuda.

Deposits, Payment, and Refunds

A $300 Deposit is required for all charters at the time that reservations are made.  Balance for the charter fee will be charged at the dock on the day of the charter prior to going on the charter.

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If you cancel your charter more than 48 hours in advance, we can reschedule your charter for the next available date at no additional fee to you.   Or we can refund your Deposit less 5% processing fees. 

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If you cancel your trip between 48 hours and the time of your trip, there will be NO refund of your deposit. 

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If the captain cancels the trip for any reason, and it can't be rescheduled, you will be refunded your deposit in full.

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