Islamorada Backcountry Fishing Charters

The beautiful sights of the Everglades National Park are a short ride across Florida Bay and once there the fishing is spectacular! The list is varied from Snook, Redfish and Sea Trout to Tarpon, Snappers and HUGE sharks. At times, you can catch them all on one trip without really trying. So whether you are an experienced fisherman, a hardcore angler, or a first timer… Bamboo Charters has the experience, boat, and know-how to give you the Florida keys fishing trip of a lifetime!

Target Species

We cater these trips to experienced fishermen and beginner anglers alike. Whether fishing for Snook, Redfish, Sea Trout on the flats in the Backcountry or in the Gulf for species like Spanish Mackerel, Mangrove & Lane Snapper, Cobia, Tripletail, and many types of Sharks, We promise to keep you busy and challenge your skills.

Depending on where we’re fishing, what we’re fishing for, and the season, we’re using a mix of artificial and live bait tactics. When you’re out with us, you’re actively fishing!

Artificial tactics vary from weedless flukes, soft plastics, and topwater. We’ll mix it up to keep it exciting and provoke an eat.

Where We Fish

We have dozens of spots from Flamingo to East Cape Sable. We choose where we want to go based on the species you want to target, the seasons, and the weather.

For Snook, Redfish, juvenile Tarpon, Trout, and sharks, we’re running about 35-45 minutes through the Everglades.

Want to bring the family? We can have you and the kids on a spot where we’re catching snapper, jack, cuda, and sharks (cuddly little bonnet heads to big black tips). This is a short 15-minute run to some epic fishing fun.

What's Included

Your captain will have our 25′ Contenders rigged and ready for your fishing adventure. The cooler is loaded with ice and water. All tackle, gear, and live bait are covered. Your captain will handle landing the fish and getting you set up for a picture with your catch. We practice safe fish handling practices and do not handle these fish out of the water.

What To Bring

Come prepared for an exciting day of shark fishing off of Islamorada. Come dressed for the weather. We highly recommend spf clothing and a rain jacket if rain is forecasted. Bring lunch, snacks, and beverages for your group—we’ve got plenty of room in the cooler.

If you’d like to bring your own tackle, that’s completely fine. We can also accommodate fly anglers, but you’ll have to bring your own gear.

  • SPF Clothing & Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Polarized Glasses
  • Lunch & Snacks
  • Beverages (alcohol ok)
  • Cooler or Ice
  • Glass Bottles
  • Spray-on Sunscreen
  • Bananas

Islamorada Backcountry Fishing Charters FAQs

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$750-$1,200

Trip Rate

1-4 Anglers

4-8 hours

Year Round

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Our Boats

We have a fleet of four boats that cater to every type of fishing, swimming, snorkeling, and sightseeing trip we do around Islamorada. We can easily accommodate up to 6 passengers and the Captain with comfortable seating for everyone. Our boats are meticulously maintained for comfort, fishability, dry ride, and speed.

About Us

Our Captains

If we had to say what our specialty is here at Bamboo Charters the answer is simple. We specialize in Family Fun Fishing! Our team of experienced captains excels at showing new anglers of all ages the waters that we call “Home” every day. In no time we will have the absolute newbie fisherman casting and catching like a pro! Your vacation is our job.

Explore Islamorada

Where We Play

From snorkeling the reef at Alligator Lighthouse to the Islamorada Sandbar, family fishing fun to the Everglades backcountry, our captains and fleet of boats show you the best Islamorada has to offer. Join us for a day you'll never forget amongst some of the most iconic locations in the Florida Keys.

Other Trips

islamorada tarpon fishing

Islamorada Tarpon Fishing Charters

Join us for an epic day tarpon fishing as they migrate from the backcountry of the Everglades to the Atlantic Ocean using a mix of live bait and artificial tactics.

Create Your Own Adventure

Our custom charters let you tell us exactly what you’d like to do for your day on the water. You have choices from the Islamorada sandbar to snorkeling to exploring Florida Bay and beyond.

Islamorada Shark Fishing

Fishing for shark in the Florida Keys is a blast! It’s an up-close and personal experience with light tackle spin gear.

Islamorada Sandbar Tours

The Islamorada sandbar is nothing less than spectacular. It is situated less than a mile offshore of the Florida Keys and is a beautiful 15 minute boat ride from our dock.

Islamorada Snorkeling Tours

The snorkeling available in Islamorada and Key Largo Florida area is amazing to say the least! We are located in Heart of some of the best shallow Coral reefs in the Florida Keys.

Islamorada Sunset Cruise

Take a boat ride in the turquoise waters of the Atlantic, enjoying the beautiful sunset with a drink in your hand and not a care in the world.