Best Captain in the lower keys. Born here, knows the waters,…read moreand knows how to put fish in the boat. He loves ever trip as if it was his first trip. He loves fishing. He loves to share that with his clients..

While "some other BIG NAME boats" focus on profit for their owners, Captain Conrad's goal is to…read moreprovide a memorable fishing experience for his clients. He is professional, knowledgeable, high-energy, and relentless. He had an aggressive plan to push out where he knows fish are as opposed to wasting time on over-fished spots that are closer to shore. We did whatever was necessary (trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, flat lining, you name it) to catch high quality fish-Bull Mahi, Black fin Tuna, Snapper, Grouper, Almaco Jack, Yellow Eyes, Blackbelly Rosefish. I look forward to my next trip with Captain Conrad and highly recommend you book with him as well. -Aaron Date fished: 6/26/2024

Very happy with Captain Tim's charter service. Took our family to exactly what we wanted to do:…read moresnorkeling and fishing. We caught over dozen fish and saw even more under water. A great day, friendly and convenient service. Highly recommend.

Captain Tim was wonderful from the moment we booked, until we stepped back onto the dock. He's…read moreincredibly professional and takes safety seriously. 25+ years boating in the area means he's highly knowledgeable on the area and understands weather patterns. He really offers a variety of activities to suit every group. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone interested in chartering a ride in key west! We really had a lovely time. The complimentary bottled ice water and fresh fruit was a great touch.

Captain Clint was amazing! We had a group of 6 and had plenty of room on his boat. He took us on…read morethe backcountry and sand bar trip. We saw sharks, stingrays and a sea turtle! Was hoping for dolphins but they were anywhere to be found. The sand bars were beautiful!! Highly recommend a trip with Captain Clint!!

5/5 would go again. What a fun day. Cap'n Clint picked us…read moreup at Cudjoe Marina on a beautiful spring day in a beautiful boat- obviously well kept and cared for. We settled in and set off for the ride to Looe Coral reserve for snorkeling- 1st stop. We beat the crowds and secured the best tie off spot. We spent about an hour enjoying the below the surface life. We even swam with a sea turtle. The snorkeling was the best I've ever experienced, and I guess that's why Looe Key is one of the top ten worldwide snorkeling places listed in last month's issue of SCUBA. After capturing some kicking videos underwater with the GoPro, we climbed back aboard and headed out to the flats to check out a few sand bars. He picked a great spot, devoid of other fun seekers and after a beat we opted to head out for more touring. We went back into the mangroves and checked out the local sights. Cap'n Clint was so forthcoming with information and he is knowledgeable and so much fun! He has history here, and it shows. I hope to go again and I am definitely booking this for when my family comes to visit. Things spotted while boating: sea turtle diving, sting ray, some type of shark (No dolphins, . this time, but they're out there somewhere!) Things not spotted: other tours . Thank you Clint Moore for a great day- we will try for better than baloney on bread next time (bad on us)

As locals, we know that Looe Key Reef Dive Center has an outstanding reputation, so when we wanted…read moreto celebrate a special occasion, there was no question who we would choose for our snorkeling trip. They exceeded every expectation. Captain James and his first mate, Allison, were absolutely fantastic. They were friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about making sure everyone had an amazing experience. The boat was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, making for a relaxing and enjoyable afternoon on the water. The snorkeling itself was incredible. The water was beautiful and clear, and we saw an amazing variety of marine life, including colorful tropical fish, large schools of fish, small sharks, barracuda, and so much more. Every time we looked beneath the surface, there was something new to discover. One of the highlights of the trip was the dolphins. Captain James went above and beyond to make sure everyone had the best possible view. He carefully maneuvered the boat so we could watch them from different angles, and at one point he even got them behind the boat where they followed along, jumping and playing in the wake. It was absolutely magical and made for some incredible videos and memories that we will treasure. I would also like to recognize Tabatha in the office. She was wonderful to work with from the very beginning. She made the reservation process simple and stress-free, answered all of our questions, and was genuinely kind and helpful. It was a pleasure meeting her in person as well. From start to finish, the entire experience with Looe Key Reef Dive Center at Looe Key Reef Resort was exceptional. The staff, the boat, the snorkeling, the wildlife, and the customer service were all top-notch. We had an unforgettable afternoon and would absolutely book with them again. If you're looking for a snorkeling adventure in the Florida Keys, we cannot recommend them highly enough.

The captain & mate are ALWAYS very friendly, helpful, & even witty! They make a point to make each…read moretrip enjoyable!!

Annie was very helpful in telling us everything about the boat. She told us about the sandbars we…read morewere looking for and even made recommendations about where to set up. We had a great time. This was the best part of our Florida Keys trip. We really enjoyed it. The water was beautiful.

Annie at Backcountry Boat Rental was amazing. She worked with us after the day we had planned had…read morebad weather. We went out the following day! Great fun!

Reserved a boat to use for fishing during the week. Chet took us to the boat gave us instruction…read moreand sent us on our way. It was a windy day and the boat motor wasn't working right. We own boats in michigan and aren't novices when it comes to boating. The boat wouldn't go on plane and it made for a very scary ride to little torch key. Chet was called and he came to pick up the boat the next day motor still sounded horrible. He did not have another boat to give us. He did refund the rental fee but has kept our deposit. Not a great way to start a start our vacation. Would really like to get our deposit back!

We rented a boat and the motor kept bogging down and it would not go on plane. We limped out to…read morewhere we wanted to go but it took us an extra hour each way I estimate. This shortened our day out snorkeling significantly. Chet did not refund any money and when I called and left a message and sent texts to his cell phone, he did not return my messages.

My family and I were in Cudjoe Key a few weeks ago and were happy to find a boat rental…read moreestablishment that had a boat available on a two-day notice. The proprietor or employee, unsure which, was very friendly and worked quickly to get us underway. But, I think the negatives outweighed the few positives. First, the place (a small office on the backside of a multi-use building) was difficult to find. When I did find it, no one was there although I was arriving about 30 mins. prior to my agreed upon rental time. The boat came in about 15 mins late and the Poseidon employee worked very hard to clean the boat, drive down the street to fill gas cans in order to fuel up the boat, and then complete the fueling process. We departed about 40 mins after the rental start time. To his credit, he allowed me to come back as late as an hour after the agreed upon rental period. The boat was a typical rental. It showed its years and usage. It also did not have a working marine radio and the tiny anchor struggled to keep us in one place when we stopped to swim. Most frustrating was the return of the boat and the email notification that I owed $60 for fuel. There was no one at the rental office when we returned. Some older gentleman who presumably knew the owner helped me dock the boat. When I later received an email informing me that I owed $60 for a quarter tank of fuel, I wrote back to the owner explaining that I could not understand the use of about 12 gallons of fuel costing $60 ($5 a gallon). At the time, fuel from the Shell station where he went to purchase fuel prior to my trip was about $2.80 a gallon. He sent me a copy of the contract I signed with a note on the bottom advising that gas would cost $60 per quarter tank. I've never paid that much for gas after a boat rental. I was a bit ticked off. Decent place, but wouldn't give it my business again.

Took two adults and three kids on a four-hour excursion. We had a great time and learned so much…read morefrom Captain V about the ocean, the animals, and the keys. Such a relaxed and pleasant crew with excellent communication before and during the trip. We would book with Xotic Island Charters again. (Deego, the dog, was sweet to have onboard with us.)

We booked for 2 excursions, sunset cruise and 5 hour private charter. The communication was…read morefabulous to pick the perfect days for each. Our sunset cruise was great Captain Frankie and First Mate Deego (such a love bug) The 5 hour private charter was exactly what we wanted, no plans, no pressure, no desires. Unfortunately for Captain Frankie he was with us again on this excursion, he may still be in therapy. Can't wait until next year for our next adventure with them, see you January 2026!!!!

Great communication from Captain Joe. When weather forced a reschedule, he was very accommodating…read more Put us onto the fish, and was attentive to our needs while fishing. Highly recommend!