FISHING TRIPS| Seaborn Charters
WHAT WE OFFER
Seaborn Charters is one of the few Gulf of America federally permitted vessels in the key west fleet. This allows us to access literally dozens of wrecks and shrimp boats that range further from shore. Fishing the Gulf is fishing around wrecks, rockpiles, jetties, or any other structure. The gulf hosts a wide variety of species. You can catch Goliath grouper, sharks of all sizes, cobia, king mackerel, permit, barracuda. We anchor over the structure and chum for the fish. Mangrove, lane, mutton and yellowtail snapper are a sure bet. Having the ability to fish either the Gulf or Atlantic assures a calm water trip regardless of the wind.
Patch reefs are small patches of coral heads that dot the ocean floor of the 5 miles between Key West and the Barrier Reef. Lots of yellowtail, mangrove, mutton, lane snappers, porgies, grunts, black and red grouper are all fantastic dinner fish. You can also catch cero, Spanish and king mackerel, cobia, barracuda (some are trophy size!), jack crevalle and sharks of all sizes. This is a calmer water, high action trip — great for anglers that like constant action with a good chance at a big one!
Fishing the deep wrecks of the Atlantic can be an arm stretching good time! The wrecks we fish are anywhere from 80 to 310 feet deep, using live bait as the primary method and sometimes jigging. We either drift or anchor over the structure, depending on the conditions. Generally we move from wreck to wreck (most are close together), but as much as Captain Jason fishes he knows which ones are working. Anticipated catch includes a wide variety of fish, including greater amberjack, large black grouper, barracuda, goliath grouper, African pompano, and the always present shark. Usually big bulls, greater hammerheads and Caribbean reef sharks are the most common. However, you never know when that giant mako or dusky will swim up – so we are always ready. These are mostly large fish, so rest up for this trip!
The Florida Keys Barrier Reef Tract is the only living coral reef system in the U.S. and stretches from Key Largo to the Dry Tortugas, about 60 miles past Key West. It is home to thousands of species of marine life. Knowing which reef or reefs to fish is one of Captain Jason’s specialties. The main targets are large “flag” yellowtail snappers, mutton and grey snappers, big red and black grouper, other fish, mackerel, jacks, bonito permit – the always present sharks are common. The sharks are big, bull, hammerhead, lemon, tiger, blacktip and nurse sharks. They can reach up to 500 lbs.! This is a high action trip for dinner species as well as trophy caliber fish. Captain Jason will give you a quick how-to lesson and then its all you! All advice is given in a good-mannered way. You’re here to have a good time — no yelling or stuff like that with Captain Jason! Just good fun for all!
Fishing the deep blue waters of the gulf stream is an awesome experience! You’re fishing for mahi mahi wahoo, tuna, a variety of billfish – including blue and white marlin, sailfish ,spearfish and swordfish. You may also encounter large pods of spotted, spinner or bottle nose dolphins, huge leatherback turtles and the occasional pilot or sperm whale. Let me tell you, there is nothing like watching a mahi mahi or a billfish jumping clear out of the water at high speeds, or a wahoo taking line at 65 mph! All billfish are catch and release with mahi tuna and wahoo being excellant table fare. Captain Jason will point you in the right direction to have your fish prepared at our local restaurants.
Captain Jason has been catching sharks for over 40 years in Key West waters. They are found in all depths, from 2’ to 2000’ . The shark population has ballooned to epic proportions in the last decade. We catch all sizes, from 5# to upwards of 1200#. Captain Jason knows how to match the right sharks to the right tackle and individual person. Shark fishing is fun for the whole family from beginners to seasoned veterans. Species to expect are Atlantic sharpnose, blacknose, greater black tips, greater hammer heads, Caribbean reef, bull, lemon, tiger, silky and in rare occasions, small tooth sawfish, dusky, mako and Cuban night sharks. Seaborn charters key west practices shark conservation and all sharks are released unharmed!
OUR BOAT | Seaborn Charters
The Seaborn
The Seaborn is a 32 foot custom built contender center console. It has 600 h.p. and will get you to the fishing grounds fast and safe, which means more time with lines in the water. It features all the latest electronics including--
- 36 mile high def radar
- fish finder
- chirp sonar
- xm stereo
- Penn,, Diawa and Shimano reels on custom rods
- depth sounder
- 2 live wells
- out riggers
- down rigger
- auto pilot
- auto stability trim control (for the smoothest ride)
The Seaborn goes above and beyond coastguard required safety equipment including the highest quality life jackets, flares, satellite phone, 6 person life raft and an epirb. Captain Jason has over 9000 days at sea and safety is priority #1. You are in good hands.
Charters include all licenses, bait, tackle, coolers with ice and bottled water. There is plenty room for dry storage and any snacks or beverages you want to bring. It is also recommended to bring sunblock and a camera for all the amazing photos you will take on your trip!
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TRAVEL ADVISOR| reviews
“Have fished with Capt. Jason for 20+ years now”
5 of 5 stars | Reviewed February 26, 2016 Just returned from my latest Key West trip to visit my parents. Have an awesome time fishing with Seaborn Charters and Capt. Jason for 2 days. We have fished with Jason for 20+ years - that has to tell you something. I have not met a harder working captain (and we've fished with a lot) in all my years of going to Key West. Capt. Jason works his butt off to have his clients busy reeling fish in; but best of all, he with listen to what his clients want to catch and work to make it happen. Can't say enough positive things about Seaborn Charter and Capt. Jason - there just isn't any better fishing experience in Key West!!! 
charter client -- Winter 2016
“Fishing with Capt Jason of Seaborn Charters is awesome”
5 of 5 stars | Reviewed April 29, 2016 Fished with Capt Jason for nine days in April every day was awesome caught a ton of fish and lots of laughs this guy knows the waters and where the fish are book with Seaborn you can't go wrong.Ive fished with Jason for four years now and i will be fishing with him for many more this guy is awesome. 
charter client -- Spring 2016
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