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Key West Cobia Fishing Charters

Come and Enjoy Cobia Fishing in Key West!

For a top-notch fishing experience in the Florida Keys, you can’t get much better than going after cobia! This big, powerful fish is also amazingly easy to catch, which makes it a great target for family vacationers. But where to find these big hungry game fish? And who has all the right gear, tackle and bait that you’ll need to land one? That’s where Fish Daily Charters has you covered.

Our crew combines the latest fish-finding technology with good old-fashioned local knowledge to put you on the fish…fast! Our boat, the Heavy Hitter, can accommodate up to six guests, so you can bring friends or family along for the adventure. And our upfront pricing and flexible cancellation policy means that you know just what you’re getting with us – no hidden fees or surprise refunds. Let us help you reel in some monster cobia and send you home with a “whopper” story you’ll be retelling forever!

Deposits And Cancellations

A 20% deposit is deducted at the time of booking; In the event of unfavorable weather or at the discretion of our crew, trips may be shortened or canceled. If this happens, we will work with you to reschedule or issue a refund.

$1000+

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Cobia
Fishing Charter

Why Choose Our Cobia Fishing Charter?

Our skipper, Captain John, is a fifth-generation Key West local who loves sharing his passion for the Gulf with his guests. When you set sail with us for cobia, you’re drawing on years of expertise to maximize your chances of hooking one.

We know the secret haunts and feeding spots of this impressive fish and have the techniques you need to put your lure right under their noses! Our crew provides all the necessary gear, bait and tackle required, and will professionally clean, filet, and bag everything you catch, so all you’ll need to bring is some sunscreen and a good attitude!

About The cobia in Key West

The cobia is a medium-sized, strong-looking fish with a flattened head and a slightly projecting lower jaw. Mature cobias can get up to 6 ft long, and weigh over 100 lbs! Cobias are plentiful in the Keys, prowling underwater structures such as reefs, wrecks or oil platforms for its preferred prey of crabs, stingrays, and baitfish. They are also very curious, and will swim right up to a boat to investigate you!

Once hooked, they prefer to dive deep instead of leaping or running at the surface, so a big cobia can definitely test your endurance. After patiently reeling them in til they’re exhausted, these fish offer up a firm white meat that is prized by sushi chefs. Just be mindful of their dorsal spines as you haul them aboard!

How We Catch Cobia in Key West

Cobia are pretty enthusiastic biters, since they grow incredibly fast - sometimes up to 40 inches in just two years. This means that your chances of hooking one are good - provided we find them first. Our crew has a few underwater structures we like to check out, as well as drifting near bridge pilings for any sign of cobia.

Once we’ve found a good spot, it’s simply a matter of casting a line into the water with some crab or baitfish (you can also use artificial lures such as plastic worms or bucktail jigs). In spring, cobia gather inshore and much closer to the surface, which also makes for great fly fishing. A keeper needs to be at least 36 inches long, with a limit of 2 per boat, but be sure to check for any updates to local limits and regulations.

What Else You Can Catch With Us

Cobia isn’t the only thing biting in the waters of the Gulf Coast! Some of the other species you might hook include:

This iconic and enormous game fish is caught April through June.

Another iconic game fish that visits the Keys in winter.

The fastest fish in the ocean, and found year-round in the Keys.

This fish is plentiful and tasty and is caught fall through spring.

Several big species are legally caught year round.

A very big, but very tasty, bottom-dwelling fish.

We can catch several different species, including Red and Mutton.

A delicious fish that is found in rivers and inland canals.

This strong fighting fish lives in shallow waters all around the Keys.

Very fast and very tasty, this fish is caught May to October.

This fast fish lives on offshore reefs and is a fisherman’s favorite.

A strong, torpedo-shaped fish that is mostly hooked in June/July.

This big beautiful fish is also delicious, and is caught from May to December.

A fearsome-looking fish that prowls reefs and wrecks offshore.

A tasty fish that lives far from shore, but is a year-round resident of the Keys.

A big strong fish that lives on reefs and wrecks all around the Keys.

…and more!

Other Fishing Charters We Offer In Key West

Sunset Cruises

If you’re looking for a relaxing and romantic evening on the water, our Sunset Cruises will give you the best seat in the house for one of the most spectacular views in nature…a Caribbean sunset!

Specialty Charters

It’s not just cobia; we offer specific charters targeting several other iconic game fish, including Shark, Tarpon, Swordfish, and Wahoo, among others. Ask our captain about these specialized hunts.

Shrimp Boat Charter

The Gulf Coast shrimp boats haul in their catches and attract many different kinds of predators, from small to very big! Our Shrimp Boat Charters take you out to the heat of the action and let you take advantage of the feeding frenzy to reel in something huge.

Dry Tortugas Charter

Our Dry Tortugas Charter will take you out to fish, swim, and explore the Dry Tortugas, an amazing island chain full of history just seventy miles west of the Keys. Home to a national park and a Civil War fort, this charter is a nature lover’s dream.

Testimonials

What reel People are saying about us!

Your Cobia Fishing Adventure Begins With Fish Daily Charters!

The Florida Keys are a fisherman’s paradise, and the thrill of reeling in a big cobia is one of those experiences that should be on every angler’s bucket list. These sporty fish are such fun on the line, and not at all difficult to find or hook, that they make a great challenge for anyone from five to ninety-five.

At Fish Daily Charters, cobia fishing is one of those pleasures that we love to share with our guests from out of town. Our commitment to sustainable fishing and good ecological practices means that you can fish confidently, knowing that we will take care of our Gulf just as much as it takes care of us. If you’re looking for a fishing experience you’ll remember at a price you’ll love, then give us a call or book online today and let’s get you out on the water!

Cobia Fishing Charters FAQs

What is the best time to catch cobia?

Cobia can be caught year round, but winter time (December to April) is when they gather in the Keys in the greatest numbers.

How do you catch cobia?

Casting with live bait (crab, squid, or eel) around offshore structures such as oil rigs, buoys, or bridge pilings is how we like to fish for cobia. In spring, when fish gather closer to shore and on the surface, fly fishing with a 10-12 wt rod is also possible.