Islamorada Shark Fishing

Join us for dinner and a show! These trips are a blast on light tackle with little downtime–we’re fishing while we’re fishing. These are the BIG BOYS, big bait = big sharks! This is stand-up fishing with an attitude, no fighting chairs here, just you and a shark on the other end of the line peeling out 200 yards of drag! Like I said, toe to toe fishing here, bring your big boy pants for this fishing. Afterward, we can tone it down a wee bit and look for snook, reds, and sea trout in the same backcountry waters.

Target Species

The Florida Keys are home to some incredible shark species like Lemon Shark, Bull Shark, Nurse Shark, Blacktips, and Spinners. We practice safe handling of the sharks—both for them and for us. Sharks do not come into the boat for pictures, we fish non-stainless hooks, and cut the leaders as close to the mouth as possible. While we’re out it’s common to catch big Jack Crevalle (aka Keys GTs), that put up a heck of a fight as well.

Where We Fish

We’re heading up to 25 miles into the Everglades backcountry. The fishing starts as soon as we get into the park, targeting sharks along bridges, structure, and deeper channels with moving currents. We use a mix of cut bait behind the boat—one on the bottom and one at the surface. While we’re waiting for a bite, we’re casting artificial and other live bait for other species.

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 shark and getting you set up for a picture with your catch.

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 Shark Fishing 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 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!
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 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.