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First Choice Charters, Deep Sea Fishing

Post Card Inn, Holiday Isle Marina, 84001 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036 (Formerly A Pirates Choice Charters)
305-360-4900
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Ranked #29 of 84 activities in Islamorada
Type: Boat Tours
Owner description: Whether you are in Key Largo or Islamorada we should be your "First Choice" for offshore fishing! Hello my name is Captain Larry Wren and I would like... more » Owner description: Whether you are in Key Largo or Islamorada we should be your "First Choice" for offshore fishing! Hello my name is Captain Larry Wren and I would like to invite you aboard our boat the “First Choice”...My one goal is...To provide you with a safe fun filled day, and to catch as many fish as possible! We offer full day, three quarter day, and half day fishing charters, in a relaxed, professional, fun-filled family atmosphere! Custom Merritt Sport fishing boat powered with twin common rail diesel engines, no diesel fumes. Of Course there is a clean toilet on board! Features Specializing in live bait and kite fishing Offering all types of fishing. Everything supplied for your trip, (food and drinks are optional)Half, Three Quarter, or Full Day Charters Licensed crew & experienced staff Up to 6 passengers We never keep your fish! All fish caught will be filleted and bagged « less
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Glen Ellyn
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2013

My boyfriend and I have been down to Islamorada now 4 years in a row. We have done various fishing from Offshore to Back Country even some shore fishing. We had the pleasure of being on the First Choice Chater on Sunday, March 24th, out of Holiday Isle/Post Card Inn Marina. Captin Larry Wrenn and his first mate Dave were... More

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Boston
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 27, 2013

I have fished offshore and inshore charter boats across N. America and the Caribbean and this is one of the best experiences I have ever had. I also run my own boat in New England and have high expectations of a charter captain and crew. Capt. Larry Wren and Capt. Dave Jones are the best crew I have ever fished... More

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Grand Rapids, MI
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 25, 2012

Captain Larry is the best! My son and I chartered his boat for the day and had a fantastic time. His first mate, Dave, is quiet but can sure haul in the fish for us. Don't mistake quiet for unfriendly. Dave is a great guy. Both Capt. Larry and Dave have an eye for where the fish will be. We... More

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Memphis
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 10, 2012

I've been fishing nearly 40 years in spots such as Belize, Alaska, the Gulf of Mexico, the Chesapeake Bay, etc., and the day's fishing (early July, 2012) my son and I had on the First Choice with Larry was the best I've ever experienced. A car wreck blocked us from being timely but Larry understood and was highly accommodating. Once... More

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Tampa, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2012

Captain Larry was an exceptional captain, highly knowledgeable and and very personable. We had a total of 4 people on the charter, and caught black fin tuna and dolphin fish, one of them was a 29.3 pound bull dolphin! Everyone, was extremly helpful in the catch of all of the fish, the the team work with the largest fish was... More

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Barrington, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

I was looking for a trip for me and my 17 year old son. I found Larry through the internet. Although I did my research and spoke with Larry a number of times before I made my decision, I really didn't know what to expect. All I can say is WOW! Larry really knows where the fish are and Forrest... More

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Manassas, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 23, 2011

My frined and I found First Choice Charters on line. You never know how thats going to work... We spoke with Larry and he explained everything and answered every question we had. Larry kept us informed of the weather several times, days in advance. We had some pretty windy conditions and 6' swells. He knew how to work around the... More

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Ocala
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 11, 2011

I've fished my whole life and never had an experience like this. Two big sailfish, snapper and mahi. Been out with Larry and crew a few times and always fill the cooler. Very professional and accomodating. A best bet for fishing in the Keys!

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Miami
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 7, 2011

This is the second time we go out with Larry but the first time since he started using his beautifully restored Merrit. What a work of art this boat is!! We got to the dock early at 7am and Larry his mate were ready! We spent the day targeting dolphin just like we wanted. Larry took us way offshore as... More

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Grimsley, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 14, 2011 via mobile

A charter trip with Captain Larry should be a requirement for everyone that visits south Florida. We take a trip with him every year when we visit our family in Miami. He treats us like old friends and we always come home with a great catch even when other boats haven't had any luck. Captain Larry and his First Mate... More

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