Lower Florida Keys Backcountry & Flats Fishing Charter

Starting at $550 | Up to 2 Anglers

Discover the world-class flats and backcountry fisheries of the Lower Florida Keys with Kingfisher Backcountry Charters. Led by Capt. Robert, a seasoned guide with over 30 years of local fishing knowledge and a decade of professional guiding experience, these trips are designed around one goal: creating a customized fishing experience that matches your interests, skill level, and seasonal opportunities.

The Lower Keys are renowned for offering some of the finest sight-fishing and light tackle opportunities anywhere in the world. Anglers can pursue the legendary "Florida Keys Grand Slam"—Tarpon, Bonefish, and Permit—or enjoy action-packed days targeting a wide variety of inshore and backcountry species. The shallow flats, mangrove shorelines, channels, and backcountry waters surrounding the Lower Keys provide exceptional opportunities for fly fishing and light tackle anglers throughout the year.

Whether you're an experienced fly angler chasing a permit on the flats, a tarpon enthusiast looking for the fish of a lifetime, or a family simply wanting a fun day catching fish and enjoying the beauty of the Keys, Capt. Robert will build the day around your goals and current conditions.

Trip Options

• Half-Day Charter (4 Hours) — $550
• 3/4-Day Charter (6 Hours) — $650
• Full-Day Charter (8 Hours) — $750
• Extended Full-Day Charter (10 Hours) — $850
• Sun Up to Sun Down Charter (12 Hours) — $950

Target Species

Depending on season, tides, and weather conditions, trips may target:

• Tarpon
• Bonefish
• Permit
• Snook
• Mangrove Snapper
• Grouper
• Speckled Trout
• Spanish Mackerel
• Barracuda
• Sharks
• Jack Crevalle
• Other seasonal backcountry species

The Lower Keys are particularly famous for their opportunities to sight fish Tarpon, Bonefish, and Permit, making the area a bucket-list destination for anglers from around the world.

Perfect For

• Fly fishing enthusiasts
• Light tackle anglers
• First-time saltwater fishermen
• Experienced anglers chasing trophy fish
• Bucket-list Tarpon, Bonefish, and Permit trips
• Couples, friends, and small private groups

What's Included

• Professional guided fishing charter
• Light tackle fishing equipment
• Fly fishing opportunities
• Local instruction and coaching
• Fish cleaning for legal harvest species
• Fully customized trip planning

From stalking tailing bonefish across crystal-clear flats to battling powerful tarpon in the backcountry, Kingfisher Backcountry Charters delivers an authentic Lower Florida Keys fishing experience built around professionalism, local knowledge, and unforgettable days on the water. Every trip is private, personalized, and designed to give anglers the best opportunity to experience one of the most diverse fisheries in North America.