Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Fishing Info

About Reef Runner Sportfishing Charters

Where does Reef Runner Sportfishing Charters fish?

We fish the islamorada area, including Atlantic Ocean.

What are the target fish?

Target fish include Atlantic Sailfish (Also Called ), Barracuda (Also Called Great Barracuda), Blackfin Tuna (Also Called Deep-Bodied Tunny  ), Blue Marlin (Also Called Cuban Black Marlin, Marlin  ), Common Dolphinfish (Also Called Dolphin, Dolphinfish, Common Dolphin, Mahi-Mahi, Dorado, Dourade  ), Great Barracuda (Also Called Giant Barracuda, Picuda  ), King Mackerel (Also Called Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel  ), Mutton Snapper (Also Called Mutton Fish), Red Snapper (Also Called Pensacola Red Snapper, Northern Red Snapper ), Spanish Mackerel (Also Called Atlantic Spanish Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel), Wahoo Fish (Also Called Ono, Ono Malani, Hoo, Pacific Kingfish, Malata kingfish, Queen fish, Paala, Paere, Peto, Sierra, Solandra, Serra-da India, Kamasu-Sawara, Acantocibio, Cavala de India, Keskas, Kin Fis, Mersad, Kinkfish, Peto, Guarapucu, Thazard batard), White Marlin (Also Called Atlantic White Marlin, Skilligalee, Marlin  ), Goliath Grouper (Also Called Atlantic Goliath Grouper, Guasa, Mero, Grouper, Itajara), Gag Grouper (Also Called Charcoal Belly, Velvet Rockfish, Grouper  ), Red Grouper (Also Called Cherna De Vivero, Nègre, Cherna Americana, Grouper  ), Black Grouper (Also Called Black Rockfish, Marbled Rockfish  ), Black Drum (Also Called Drum, Drummer)

Where in islamorada to we meet our guests?

We meet at Whale Harbor Marina ( 83413 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036, USA )

Do I need a STATE Fishing license?

Yes, a Fishing license is required

Where do I get a STATE Fishing license?

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - Fishing

Florida residents and visitors 16 years of age and older are required to possess a Florida freshwater fishing or saltwater fishing license when engaged in active or passive fishing activities.  However, you do not need a saltwater fishing license if saltwater fishing from a for-hire vessel (guide, charter, party boat) that has a valid charter license or from a vessel whose operator has a valid recreational saltwater vessel license issued in the name of the operator of the vessel. If you are looking for online access for a license, please check Go Outdoors Florida here: https://license.gooutdoorsflorida.com/Licensing/CustomerLookup.aspx

How much should I Tip?

It is customary to tip 20% of the trip total. We work tirelessly to make sure you have a guest experience!

Do I need to bring my own gear?

No, we provide standard gear such as rods and reels so you don’t need to worry about anything. But please feel free to bring you own gear if you prefer.