People on a boat catching a fish with a net, with a girl waving and smiling, the ocean in the background.
People on a boat catching a fish with a net, with a girl waving and smiling, the ocean in the background.
A young boy on a boat holding a yellow fish he caught, wearing a blue shirt, striped shorts with green designs, red shoes, and a bright yellow life jacket.
People on a boat catching fish, with one person holding a fishing net and another with a fishing rod, in the open ocean on a sunny day.
Group of five people standing behind a table filled with freshly caught fish on ice, with boats and a tree in the background near a dock on a sunny day.
Three people standing on a dock holding caught fish with a blue sky and trees in the background.
Three people standing on a dock holding caught fish with a blue sky and trees in the background.

Florida Keys 3 Hour Inshore Fishing Charter

Short on time but still want to get out on the water? Our 3-hour trip is the perfect quick escape to experience fishing in the Florida Keys.

This trip is designed as an introduction to fishing—great for beginners, kids, and families looking to learn the basics, catch a few fish, and enjoy time on the water. While you’ll definitely have the chance to hook into some action, this trip isn’t focused on filling the cooler or bringing home dinner—it’s all about fun, learning, and making memories.

You can also mix it up with some snorkeling or a quick sandbar stop, making it a well-rounded adventure for everyone on board.

This trip is limited to five guest on the Boca. Please book the Mako, Venture or Hatteras for parties 6

Aerial view of a boat with four people fishing in a green body of water.

Boca 

26 ft, Limited to 5 Guest

$750

A white fishing boat on the water with multiple fishing rods mounted on the boat's structure, under a bright blue sky with some clouds.

Mako

28 ft, Limited to 6 Guest

$775

A white motorboat with a T-top is moving through turquoise water, with a person seated at the helm and fishing rods mounted on the T-top.

Venture

34 ft, Limited to 6 Guest, Bathroom

$850

A white fishing boat with a cabin is sailing on the ocean, with three people visible on the boat, two on an upper deck and one on the lower deck, under a partly cloudy sky.

Hattaras

38 ft, Limited to 6 Guest, Bathroom and Cabin with AC

$850

Not sure what trip to select? Give us a call 305-414-1867
Not sure what trip to select? Shoot us a text 305-414-1867
Two men standing on a dock holding large fish they caught, with a boat, houses, and blue sky in the background.
A man with sunglasses and a blue patterned shirt sitting on a boat, holding a large, shiny, striped fish he caught during a fishing trip on open water, with a fishing rod nearby.
A man on a boat holding a string with multiple orange fish caught from the ocean.
People fishing on a boat in the ocean on a sunny day.
Man holding a large fish on a boat at sea, wearing sunglasses and a white jacket with blue stripes.
Man holding a large fish on a boat at sea, wearing sunglasses and a white jacket with blue stripes.
Two men on a boat fishing, one holding a fishing rod with a fish caught on the line, and the other man pointing at the fish, with the ocean and a blue sky in the background.
Two men on a boat fishing, one holding a fishing rod with a fish caught on the line, and the other man pointing at the fish, with the ocean and a blue sky in the background.
A man wearing sunglasses, a hat, and pink shorts with fish patterns on a boat, holding a large fish he caught. The boat is on calm water under a partly cloudy sky.
A man wearing sunglasses, a hat, and pink shorts with fish patterns on a boat, holding a large fish he caught. The boat is on calm water under a partly cloudy sky.

What Clients Say About the 3-Hour Charter

Guests often describe it as the “perfect introduction to fishing in the Keys” and a great way to get kids or first-timers hooked without committing to a full-day trip. Many love that everything is provided and they can just show up and enjoy the experience.

What stands out most for visitors is how much fishing you can fit into just three hours—steady bites, light tackle action, and the chance to catch species like snapper, jacks, barracuda, and seasonal fish depending on conditions. It’s a short trip that still feels like a full Florida Keys adventure, with plenty of time left in the day to enjoy everything else Marathon has to offer.

Captain Kerry’s take: This is one of our most requested trips for families, beginners, and anyone short on time but still wanting a real Florida Keys fishing experience. It’s fast-paced, fun, and consistently produces action in the calm waters of Florida Bay and nearshore Marathon waters.