10-Hour Deep Water Grouper & Wahoo Fishing Adventure
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
10hour offshore charter targeting grouper, wahoo, and mahiHighspeed trolling and bottom fishing techniques includedAll tackle provided with 6person capacity available
Get ready for a serious day of fishing in some of the most productive waters off the Florida Keys. This 10-hour offshore charter from Islamorada puts you right in the heart of the action, targeting everything from trophy grouper on the bottom to screaming wahoo on the troll. With JUST ONE MORE CHARTERS, you're getting access to deep-water fishing grounds that consistently produce quality fish year-round. The 6:00 AM departure means you'll be fishing prime time when the bite is hottest, and with room for up to six anglers, it's perfect for serious fishing groups looking to load the cooler.
Your day starts early with a 6:00 AM departure from Islamorada, giving you the full advantage of morning fishing when predators are most active. This isn't your typical half-day trip – 10 hours on the water means you'll have time to work multiple spots and techniques without rushing. The captain will start by running to productive bottom structure where grouper, scamp, and amberjack hold tight to the reef. Depending on conditions and what's biting, you'll switch between bottom fishing with heavy tackle and high-speed trolling for pelagics. The beauty of this extended charter is the flexibility to adapt to what the fish are doing. If the grouper bite slows down, you can cover water looking for mahi schools or set up a troll spread for wahoo. All your bait, tackle, and gear are provided, so you just need to show up ready to fish. The captain confirms departure times directly, and you've got the peace of mind of free cancellation with a week's notice.
This charter covers the full spectrum of offshore fishing techniques that make Islamorada famous. For bottom fishing, you'll be using heavy conventional reels spooled with braided line to handle grouper trying to cut you off in the rocks. Circle hooks with fresh bait get dropped to depths where the big scamp and gag grouper live. When it's time to switch gears, the captain will rig a high-speed trolling spread with ballyhoo, lures, and teasers designed to trigger strikes from wahoo, mahi, and kingfish. The boat carries everything from light spinning tackle for smaller species to heavy offshore gear capable of handling whatever decides to eat your bait. You'll learn to read the electronics, understand structure, and pick up techniques that will make you a better angler long after this trip ends. The captain adjusts tactics based on seasonal patterns – summer months might focus more on mahi and wahoo, while cooler periods can be prime time for grouper and snapper when regulations allow.
Mahi mahi are the crowd-pleasers that make every angler smile when they come boiling up under a floating debris line or around a weed patch. These fish are pure energy, with their electric colors and acrobatic fights that get everyone on the boat excited. Peak mahi season runs spring through early fall, and they're often found in schools, so when you find one, there's usually more nearby. The smaller schoolies are perfect for the dinner table, while the bigger bulls and cows provide serious rod-bending action. Greater amberjack are the muscle cars of the reef, ambushing baits around structure with crushing strikes that will test your tackle and your back. These fish grow huge in Islamorada waters, with 40-pounders common and 60-plus-pound fish always a possibility. They fight dirty, trying to wrap you around anything they can find, making them a favorite target for anglers who want a serious battle. Wahoo are the speed demons that separate the rookies from the veterans – these fish hit trolled baits at 40+ mph and make screaming runs that will have you questioning your drag setting. They're built like torpedoes with teeth like razors, and landing one feels like you've caught a piece of lightning. Peak wahoo action typically happens in cooler months when they're most active. Cobia are the curious wanderers that often show up when you least expect them, cruising near the surface or following rays and sharks. They're excellent table fare and put up a strong, steady fight that's different from the explosive battles of other offshore species. Red snapper, when in season, are the prized bottom dwellers that every angler wants to hook – they're smart, structure-oriented fish that require finesse and patience, making them a true test of bottom fishing skills.
This charter represents everything great about Islamorada fishing – access to productive offshore waters, experienced guidance, and the time needed to really make it count. Whether you're after a cooler full of dinner or that trophy photo, 10 hours gives you the best shot at both. The seasonal availability from August through June covers the peak fishing months when offshore action is most consistent. With only six spots available, this top-rated charter fills up fast, especially during prime fishing periods. Don't wait until the last minute to secure your dates – the best offshore fishing experiences book early, and this world-class fishery doesn't stay secret long. Contact JUST ONE MORE CHARTERS today to lock in your dates and get ready for a day of fishing that'll have you planning your next trip before you even get back to the dock.
The Jus Cuz is a serious fishing machine built for long offshore runs in the deep waters off Islamorada. This 36-footer packs reliable diesel power and a walk-around design that gives you room to move when battling big grouper or chasing wahoo on the troll. The full cabin with A/C means you can cool off between bites, while the GPS, radar, and fish-finder help the captain put you on productive bottom structure and moving schools. The shaded stern keeps you comfortable during those extended fights with amberjack and cobia. With space for up to 6 anglers, there's plenty of room to spread out whether you're dropping baits deep for scamp and triggerfish or running and gunning for mahi and kings. The boat's setup handles both bottom fishing and high-speed trolling perfectly, so you can switch tactics as conditions change throughout your 10-hour day on the water.
Rachycentron CanadumCobia are sight fishing gold - dark brown sharks look-alikes that cruise solo near the surface around structure. These curious fish average 20-40 pounds but can hit 60+, and they're pure muscle once hooked. We find them around buoys, wrecks, and floating debris from spring through fall, usually in 30-70 feet. What makes them special is they'll actually follow the boat and investigate lures, giving you multiple shots. The table fare is outstanding - firm, white meat that rivals grouper. Guests love the visual aspect of seeing their target before casting. Pro tip: when you spot one, kill the engines and drift quietly - they spook easily but if you're patient, they'll eat almost any jig or live bait.
Seriola dumeriliAmberjack are the bulldogs of the reef - thick-bodied fighters averaging 30-40 pounds that'll test your arms and your drag system. These bluish-grey bruisers with that distinctive amber stripe hang around deep structure from 80-200 feet, especially wrecks and rocky bottom. Best fishing runs from late fall through spring when they move up from deeper water to feed. What makes them special is that first powerful run straight down when hooked - they know every piece of structure and will try to cut you off. The meat's excellent too, firm and mild. My tip: when you feel that first thump, lock down and get them up quick before they reach cover.
Coryphaena HippurusMahi are what make offshore trolling exciting - those golden flanks with electric blue-green sides literally light up the spread when they hit. Most run 15-30 pounds, but we see bulls pushing 50+ during peak season from spring through early fall. They love floating debris, weedlines, and current edges where baitfish stack up. What guests really enjoy is how these fish hunt in packs and put on aerial shows when hooked. Plus, the meat is fantastic - firm, white, and sweet. When we find a school, I'll keep one lure in the water while we work the others because where there's one mahi, there's usually more following behind.
Lutjanus CampechanusRed snapper are the holy grail of deep water bottom fishing - those bright red beauties that make every cooler look good. Most run 2-8 pounds, but the breeding stock offshore can push 15-20. We target them in 80-150 feet around hard bottom, wrecks, and ledges during our limited seasons. What guests love is the steady bite and that classic snapper fight - they'll bulldoze straight down trying to reach structure. The eating quality is unmatched - sweet, flaky white meat that's restaurant-grade. When they're biting, it's fast action on multiple rods. My advice: use circle hooks and get them up quick - they're masters at wrapping you around whatever structure they call home.
Acanthocybium SolandriWahoo are pure speed - silver bullets that can hit 60 mph and will smoke your reel when they take off. We typically see them 3-5 feet long running the blue water during our high-speed trolling spreads. Best action comes from late fall through spring when water temps drop slightly. They love the 100-300 foot range near current breaks and drop-offs. What gets anglers fired up is that explosive initial run - nothing prepares you for it. The meat is premium too - white, flaky, and sweet, perfect for fish tacos. Key tip: use wire leaders and troll fast, 12-15 knots minimum. Their razor teeth will slice through anything else in a heartbeat.
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