After spending days trying to take my daughter fishing with little luck, I reached out to Coral…read morefishing with only two days left on my trip. The captain said he would get us fish and that's exactly what he did. Now my daughter and I will have an unforgettable memory together, thanks to coral charters, that was worth every penny.

I will start with the one good thing I can say about Captain Brent: he brought us where the fish…read moreare. We did catch plenty! If you're looking for a family friendly fishing charter, I recommend you look elsewhere. His foul language and dirty mouth are not something that was enjoyed. Brent started the trip with what he must have considered humor. Nobody seemed to find it humorous except for Brent himself. This could be because the "humor" was at his wife's expense, and he was in the presence of a lady, a child, and a senior. This is not the type of humor that I would consider appropriate for a family fishing trip. I also found it distasteful, the names that he was calling his ship mate, and his comments about rape. This man seems to have quite the Napoleon complex. I will never recommend this charter. I have also notified my local friends of our experience and lack of respect from Captain Brent.

For my first timing visiting Key West I had no idea where to go but I went with Good Times Key West…read moreand I'm SO glad I did!!! Highlight of our trip! Justin was SO nice and communicative and gave us reccs for our trip. Pro tip I asked him advice on the best day for us to book with him weather-wise and he sent us really fancy weather charts so I knew he's the real deal! Saving best for last: we caught SO MANY FISH. SOOO many!! We took the fish to two different restaurants to prepare it for us to eat. So fun. Justin is an absolute blast.

The name is spot on- you will definitely have a good time! I know there may be a lot of fishing…read moretour options as you're searching around, but this one will not disappoint! Justin is so helpful, enjoyable, and easy going. He does all the dirty work so you can just sit back, relax and FISH! he had live bait and chum for us so the fish would really come around. He knew the spots to go to, he taught us how to cast out, and reel them in. He helped as much as you wanted him to, and truly made it our experience. There was fun music playing the entire time! It was wonderful that he fillet the fish for us, right there, so we could take it to a restaurant and they cooked it for us for dinner! If you're looking for a fishing experience, definitely use good times key west

We loved our afternoon with JJ! He is a knowledgeable and professional Captain with a beautiful…read morespeed boat. Perfect for sunbathing, swimming, snorkeling, and sightseeing. We couldn't have ask for a better day out on the water to celebrate our friends bachelorette!

I need to preface this with the experience being 100% my fault for not recognizing the finesse job…read morefrom the beginning. My brother in law and my self were going to Marathon for a fantastic vacation in an air b and b for the last week of March and both loving fishing we thought it would be an excellent time to charter a boat and have a local give us a DEEP sea fishing experience as that is something we both havent had. Marathon is known for its Marlin, Tuna, Grouper and Mahi mahi to name a few and we were excited to battle these monsters. We by passed the group charter because they really cant do any deep sea fishing and mainly stay static. We ended up choosing to charter a 3/4 day trip for $1050. The first day was canceled due to high wind ...understandable. Second day we were up bright and early only to be told he was going to be late. We were on the boat by 8:15 and the first thing JJ says is "Ok whos got the money?" So we paid the man and then it got interesting with the rules of the boat. Basically none but if we had any questions just ask and oh yah if you need to pee just pee off the front of the boat and if your shy ..."here just pee in this cup and throw it overboard". I kid you not this is what this man said. And #2 we dont even entertain that thought even though there is a head on board the boat. It was starting to feel like we had been friends for a long time and he just borrowed the boat so we needed to be extra carefull with it especially when he busted out the soft scrub every 5 minutes to clean the boat. We then end up at the bait store and he purchased some frozen Ballyhoo I guess thats all you need. From there it was a five minute jaunt to the reef so I thought we could catch bait fish. We were using #2 not 2.0 but #2 hooks without any weights and just letting the tiny piece of Ballyhoo he put on the hook sink it. He cut up 2 Ballyhoo to use and we caught tiny fish after tiny fish( not keeping any of them)and I finally busted out my own rod and set up with a simple leader a 1/2 oz weight and a larger hook and what do you know we caught the only keeper on that rig. THis went on till around 10 when the group charter boat showed up and fished not far from us. That was a clear sign that I ignored but JJ moved the boat after that to another spot just 2 minutes away. No 7 mile bridge no marathon hump and still no deep sea fishing. Now to be clear JJ offers 2 different types of fishing experiences to choose from one being reef fishing and the other being deep sea fishing and we were clear on wanting the deep sea experience. At this point we were pressing for the deep sea fishing and he gets frustrated and says we dont have enough time but goes below to rifle through his gear and 1/2 hour later he pulls out these 2 ratty old lures which sucked because you cant even use all four lines if you only have 2 lures. That wasnt stopping us so I rigged up a split beak Ballyhoo rig I learned from you tube and used it as our third line. 20 minutes and wham zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzrzrrzzzzzzzzzzzzzrrrrrrrrrrrrrzzzzzzzzzzzz the Ballyhoo rig got hit hard. The line was spooling out so JJ stopped the boat to grab the line...I kept asking what he needed like should I get the other lines out of the way and such but he didnt say anything just started to reel it in and it kept taking the line. I was super excited and all the baloney that happened earlier was the furthest from my mind as this was a big fish. ZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzSnap.... dam it was pure adrenaline and then complete silence. We set the lines back up just the 2 this time so we could maximize our time while I set up another Ballyhoo rig. I grab the pole that had the original rig that broke and started to pull the line out so I could feed it through the eyes of the pole and guess what ZERO drag. At this point I was getting sick to my stomach and needed to use the head. He is not happy that my inner Grogoo has to use the force on his boat but reluctantly he moves a bunch of stuff around so the toilet can be accessed. He then says im good to go and lets me in and shuts the door. What do you know there is no light to turn on and its pitch black ,,,,go figure. Not sure what he was thinking as this could get a whole lot messier for him lucky my aim is true. He calls it at 1 and says we need to head back in....back in with 1 9 inch fish that he cleans for us ...thanks man you rock JJ. What ever you do dont let him pick what to do because he will pick the easiest least gas using least fish catching least boat cleaning thing to do. Bait used - 3 frozen Ballyhoo , didnt have enough lures only 2 Fish caught - 1 Keeper

There's something about stepping aboard the Appledore Schooner that hits you square in the chest in…read morea good way. The wood creaks just enough to whisper stories, the sails stretch like they've seen a hundred lifetimes, and even knowing it's a polished replica, it still feels like you've signed up for a voyage out of another century. The breeze rolls in warm and salty, drinks are flowing, food's dialed in, and the crew runs a tight ship without killing the charm. It's not just a boat ride it's a floating time machine with just enough modern comfort to keep you from questioning your life choices. Now toss in my crew a full-blown cast of characters that could rival The Hangover. One guy shows up dressed like a budget pirate, fully committed. Another thinks every moment is an opportunity for a prank. Then you've got the intellectual who knows everything, the guy who drinks like it's a competitive sport, the jokester, the snob and me, somewhere in the middle just trying to keep the ship from turning into a crime scene. I swear, the energy alone had "we're getting kicked off" written all over it before we even left the dock. And sure enough, chaos found us. A "harmless" prank turned into a domino effect one bumped shoulder, one spilled drink, one very offended passenger, and suddenly we're apologizing while trying not to laugh. At one point, our drunk friend got a little too bold near the edge, and let's just say there was a moment where we all collectively realized how quickly a sunset cruise could turn into a rescue mission. Words were exchanged, tensions flared, and for a split second it looked like fists might fly but somehow, like all great misadventures, it smoothed itself out into laughter, stories, and another round of drinks. End of the day? Absolutely worth it. Get on that boat, bring your people, and don't just take the ride make it a story you'll be telling for years.

We stumbled onto this excursion while vacationing in Key West. There were a few different options,…read morebut this one checked all our boxes. I wanted something family‑friendly, not too long, not too pricey, and ideally on a unique boat. We also did not need the extra "whistles" like open bar, DJs, sunset cruise, or crowded boats. Appledore had everything we were looking for and it did not disappoint. Check‑in was a little confusing, but just follow the signs for the Schooner Appledore II and you'll be fine. There are tons of restaurants and bars nearby, so go early, get your bearings, and treat yourself to snacks, lunch, or a drink. During our trip, we even saw one group miss the tour because part of their party didn't make it to the boat in time... so don't be that group. The boat itself is a replica 18th‑century schooner, and it's immaculately maintained. The three‑person crew (Captain Josh, Christine, and Ryan) ran the show. They were knowledgeable, friendly, and kept everyone's drinks filled--basically the dream team. They also asked for volunteers to help hoist the sails, and my two youngest jumped in like they'd been training for this moment their whole lives. We chatted with Christine the most, and she explained different sailing terms and parts of the boat, making us feel like honorary sailors. The sailboat takes a few minutes to set up, then heads out for about 45 minutes before turning around and cruising back to the docks. The whole experience lasts about two hours and is absolutely worth it.

If you're looking for a sunset cruise Marathon Mermaid Charters is where you should go…read more Everything about them is top notch. Lisa who took our reservation was warm and friendly. The cruise itself with Captain Dawn and Brandon was so much fun. A terrific vibe with good music and great stories about the area. Oh and we saw a beautiful sunset too! We would definitely cruise with them again

We took this charter for Fourth of July to watch the fireworks from the ocean. The staff is amazing…read moreand we felt safe and taken care of. The view of the fireworks was awesome! They served up champagne, hard seltzers, beer, water and soda. They also had great sandwiches, chips, pasta salad, brownies and cookies. I would definitely book them again. The only critique would be there were no plates or cutlery to eat with. We really wanted to eat the pasta salad but had no way to.

Great music great time. The experience was amazing. They also provide food and all the drinks that…read moreyou need or want. Absolutely a must when you visit Key West or even if you lived here.

What a great experience on a beautiful boat. They only take a handful of people out and it's not a…read moreparty boat which we appreciated. They served wine and beer and the crew had wonderful knowledge of the boat's history. What a nice and calm way to enjoy the sunset!

My husband booked us on this sunset cruise. We wanted a lower keyed experience and it was perfect…read more This tall ship does not serve alcohol or food only water and snacks. The positive side is you get to bring your own alcohol and food if you want. We chose to eat dinner at the Conch Republic seafood house before we boarded. And of course I brought my wine on board. We boarded at 6:15 pm and were greeted by a crew of three. Captain and two mates. They were all awesome full of knowledge answering all our questions while tending to the boat. They are known for their cannon which is fired at other ships veering too close lol. We had a quiet group of 18 souls on board but it was my first time on an actual sail boat so I totally enjoyed it. I highly recommend this as your option if want to avoid the huge boats.

What a fantastic sailing cruise and sunset!!! The Jolly Roger captain and staff made the sailing…read moreinteractive with ALL guests with cheerful conversations, letting guests help lift the sails, sitting at the helm, and handing out snacks and water!! The cruise was a gentle and smooth sail of the area ending with a great sunset!!!! Highly recommend for an enjoyable couple or family group.

What an AWESOME DAY!!! This was by far one of the best day's…read moreand experiences we've had in our favorite town, Key West!! From the ease of the booking and contact with Captain Morgan as to where to catch the boat to a beautiful day full of sites, fun and laughter. We (the four of us) have been in Key West on many trips and decided with the great weather doing an all day Tiki Boat/Sand Bar trip would be so much fun and it did not disappoint. The highlight of the trip was our Captain. Truly a great guy, friendly, welcoming, great sense of humor and very professional. Of course we gave him a hard time about being "Captain Morgan", which by the way he gets it a lot! We had the best time talking with him and as we all got to know each other we had blast giving each other fun stories and joking around. Morgan told us so much about the waters around the Keys. Took us to several very pretty spots in which we saw more wild life that day then he said he's seen in a while. We saw nurse shark, several dolphin pods and one with a little baby! Sting ray and some barracuda The waters are a beautiful blue like you seen no where else. Captain Morgan took us to see the beautiful mangroves, so many lizards in the trees it was crazy... and just gorgeous. We pulled up on a little beach to check out the views and hang in the water. We brought some drinks, sandwiches and snacks... Such a fun experience to relax on this boat. The tiki theme is so fun, clean boat and great music. Defiantly gives you the island vibe. Highly recommend asking for Captain Morgan, book this company and have a blast. We plan to do this again on our next visit. Great day - Thanks Morgan for making is so!

Okay.....how can you NOT have an awesome time on a "Tiki" boat with a captain whose name is…read more"Morgan?" I kid you not....CAPTAIN MORGAN! He's only been with the company for 4 months---but had all kinds of fun filed facts about Key West. The sun was behind clouds...and it POURED on our way back in....BUT none of that mattered as we had a great captain, fun music, libations :) and friends/family. I would recommend doing this fun, floating tiki party!!!! And try to get Capt Morgan....I am sure everyone would be great....but he's REALLY awesome. Thanks for helping us make forever memories!