Islamorada offers some of the finest offshore fishing in the world--year-round. The deep drop-offs and humps in this part of the Atlantic Ocean provide an ideal environment for a wide variety gamefish species, including dolphin, sailfish, swordfish, wahoo, tuna, king mackerel, and marlin. Look at our local Fishing Calendar (available in the menu above) to learn when you can expect the best action!

Sachem Charters - Captain Bill Basset
Islamorada’s premier sportfishing charter boat,the Sachem and its crew have set 9 world records. Specializing in offshore, light tackle and flying, the Sachem can take you reef fishing for snapper, grouper and mackerel, or you can venture further offshore to catch marlin, sailfish, dolphin (mahi-mahi) and tuna. In May, June, and July.The Sachem specializes in fly fishing for dolphin.

The Sachem is a custom 46' Merritt sport fishing boat. She was designed and constructed with one purpose - to raise fish, and she does!