Recreation is an essential factor in the life of every human being. The anglers or the fishermen represent the largest single group of recreational seekers, and have a decided advantage over the other groups who utilize nature’s creatures and elements for recreation or food.
The popularity of fishing in many areas has been largely based upon the angling pressure, which is far beyond the normal capacity of the streams and lakes. There are species of fish for every type of angler and each one may choose the species of fish or the method of fishing that has the greatest personal appeal or attraction.
It is for this reason that many people are enticed to spend their vacation in a fishing activity. But, for people who would like to have planned fishing activities, they opt for fishing charters.
Fishing charter is one way of enjoying fishing even if an individual does not have the means or the equipment as far as fishing is concerned. It aims to provide the necessary services in a fishing activity.
However, not all fishing charters are created equal. Hence, it is important to know the factors required to be taken into account before jumping into conclusions.
Here is a list of some mportant factors that need to be considered:
1. The cost of the trip
Like any financial decision, people who would like to use fishing charter should know the required charges of the trip.
It is best to know the necessary requirements like deposits or contract agreements before committing to a fishing charter.
Best of all, people should be aware of the items they are paying for. They should know what the kinds of services included on the package are.
2. The length of time required in each charter trip.
Most captains are enticed to do a little Fishing before going back to the dock. This will not pose a problem at all but if it will cost the person, who requested the service, additional charges for extra minutes or hours spent beyond the agreed number of hours, then, that is a problem.
Hence, it is important for the individual to know what time the charter will start and end.
3. The captain
It is important for a person who wants to engage in a fishing charter to know the competency and the skills of the captain. Hence, in order to have a successful fishing activity, it is best to get the experienced captain.
A fishing charter is one way of enjoying fishing at its best.
Pino Tedesco
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Tips about the charter fishing in Key West?
I’m going to have my first charter flats fishing in Key West during the Memorial Day weekend. How much should I tip the captain? My trip is a 8hrs full day and the cost is $675.00. Any hint will be greatly appreciated.
It will be only me to this fishing trip. I actually wrote an email regarding this issue to the girl who took my reservation from that company. Sounds silly huh!! lol
She told me it’s customary to tip the captain 15-20%, which I think it’s way too much. So $30~$50 is acceptible?
Thank you.
How many people does that price include? Just say it’s split between 2 people thats $337.50 a piece. If it’s a great trip $50 afor an average trip $30. At $675 he’s making money but a good captain is worth the experience
Keys trips will always be above adv. cost. Honestly I wouldn’t tip more than $60, but if you have the money to tip more, then do it. Flats Guides very rarely have "mates" they are usually one man shows. offshore and Nearshore "reef trip" guides are the ones that usually have mates.
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You fishing by yourself for 8 hrs. for $675 on a charter is a DEAL compared to what I see in Islamorada. If he helps you with rigging, baiting….etc, then 15-20% is in line. If he just pilots the boat to put you on fish, 30-50 is plenty. Usually charters have a mate who helps out the customer, then 15-20% is the deal. You’re getting a pretty good price for an 8 hr. private charter. Tight lines.
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