About A Fishing Guru — Islamorada's Local Fishing Captains
Who We are
A Fishing Guru
A Fishing Guru is a locally owned, small-operation fishing charter based in Islamorada, Florida — running private offshore and inshore trips out of Three Waters Marina and Angler House Marina. We're not a big-box outfit with rotating crews; every trip is run by a captain who fishes these waters personally, day in and day out, and who knows how the tide, bait, and season shift the bite from one week to the next.
We follow the color lines, track the bait schools, and read the subtle shifts in tide and current that make Islamorada such a unique fishery. When you step aboard, the rods are rigged, the bait's ready, and the plan is shaped around what's happening that day. Your only job is to get comfortable and enjoy the water.Whether you're chasing mahi offshore, hoping to hook a tarpon in the backcountry, or just want a relaxed day on the water with your family, we'll make sure your trip is full of the kind of moments that stay with you long after you're back at the dock.
Offshore trips focus on blue-water species such as mahi, tuna, sailfish, wahoo, snapper, and grouper, depending on the season and conditions. Inshore trips are built around quiet flats, shallow channels, and close-range fishing — this is where the tarpon, snook, redfish, and trout spend their time. Conditions are calm, the scenery is classic Florida Bay, and the fishing is as hands-on as it gets.
Meet your captains
You’ll be fishing with a local captain who knows these waters well and understands how the bite changes day to day. They’re easy to talk to, experienced, and committed to giving your group a great day on the water.
Ryan Kroonenburg
Dylan McClaugherty
Travis Camacho
Peter Bernal
Our Charters
Two Ways to Fish the Florida Keys
From deep sea action offshore to calm-water days in the backcountry, our private charters give you two great ways to fish Islamorada.
Deep Sea Fishing & Offshore Fishing
Offshore trips focus on blue-water species such as mahi, tuna, sailfish, wahoo, snapper, and grouper depending on the season and the conditions. If you want a full day of action offshore with a captain who knows these waters, this is the trip.
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Inshore & Backcountry Fishing
Inshore trips are designed for quiet flats, shallow channels, and close-range fishing. This is where the tarpon, snook, redfish, and trout spend their time. Conditions are calm, the scenery is classic Florida Bay, and the style of fishing is as hands-on as it gets.
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Meet the fleet
Two modern boats, each built for a different style of fishing and both rigged for a solid day on the water.
"Big Guru"
Big Guru is our 39’ Contender ST powered by triple outboards, built for long offshore runs and the fast-changing conditions of blue water. It’s a stable, well-rigged boat designed for chasing mahi, tuna, sailfish, wahoo, snapper, and grouper with plenty of space for your group to settle in and enjoy the day.
- Fast, stable ride with triple outboards
- Advanced Garmin electronics for offshore navigation
- Multiple livewells and insulated fish boxes
- Comfortable seating for up to 6 guests
"Little Guru"
Little Guru is our 24’ Shallow Sport, designed specifically for the flats, mangroves, and shallow channels of Florida Bay. The draft is minimal, the ride is quiet, and the deck layout gives anglers a stable platform for sight casting. It’s an ideal setup for tarpon, snook, redfish, and trout.
- 12-inch draft for accessing shallow flats and mangroves
- Stable front and rear casting decks
- Power-Pole anchoring system and poling platform
- Capacity for up to 5 guests
“Pirate Guru”
Pirate Guru is our 26’ Pathfinder, a high-performance hybrid bay boat built to give you the absolute best of both worlds near Islamorada. It features a shallow draft engineered for stalking the backcountry flats and shallow reefs for tarpon, snook, and bonefish, paired with a rugged hull capable of running offshore to chase mahi and sailfish.
- Versatile hybrid hull for seamless inshore and offshore transitions
- Advanced electronics for precise shallow-water and blue-water tracking
- Expansive forward and aft casting decks with tournament-grade livewells
- Comfortable, dry ride with seating for up to 6 guests
Why us?
Why fish with A Fishing Guru?
Local Captains
Our captains spend most of their time on these waters and plan each trip around the day’s conditions.
Two Boats
From skinny-water backcountry to deep blue offshore runs, our fleet is set up to fish the places that make Islamorada special.
We Handle the Details
We handle the gear, the plan, and the small details so you can enjoy the fishing, the scenery, and the experience.
All Experience Levels Welcome
Whether you’re a seasoned angler or trying this for the first time, we build the trip around your comfort level and goals.
What guests say
Testimonial section
“We had a great time and caught so many fish! Captain Dylan and his brother Ryan we wonderful and informative. Even though the boating conditions were not perfect, they made it happen..”
“Captain Pete was great. We had a blast. Caught a ton of fish..”
“Great day with captain pete. Had us on the fish all day while the children out fished the adults catching the bigger trout. 10/10 would recommend booking them if you are down here.”