Mahi mahi
Bright, acrobatic and great to eat. Spring through summer.
Islamorada Fishing in May Summer fishing, before the crowds
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May puts you on mahi before the summer crowd, while mutton snapper gather on the reefs. Three-quarter or full day, from $1,975.
- HeadlinersMahi, mutton snapper, tuna
- The waterSettled, pleasant seas
- The crowdsBeat the summer rush
By May the mahi have stopped being a rumor. Weed lines organize, birds mean something again, and May means run-and-gun mornings that fill your fish box.
May is also the mutton moon. Around the full moon the big snapper gather on deeper structure, and a day on that structure can put one of the Keys' best-eating fish in your cooler. Ask the captain which dates line up with the moon.
Why regulars pick May
You get summer fishing with easy bookings and milder days. May fishes big and books easy, and that combination ends at Memorial Day.
What's biting in May
Everything you can fish for in May, from the reef to the blue water. Tap a fish for how it is caught and which trip fits.
Blackfin tuna
Hard pullers on the humps, all year.
Marlin
Blue and white marlin offshore in the warm months.
Swordfish
The overnight trophy, fished deep after dark.
Amberjack
The reef donkey. Pure pulling power on the wrecks.
Grouper
Short, heavy fights in the rocks during the FWC season.
Mutton snapper
A prized eater from the reef and channels.
Yellowtail snapper
Steady bites on the reef and the best fish tacos.
Sharks
Sunset fights on heavy tackle, every one released.
Ready to book?
From $1,975 Three-quarter or full day, up to 6 guests
Questions first? Call or text (954) 326-7360
Quick answers
How good is the mahi fishing in May?
Building by the week. Late May fishes close to peak-summer form, with fresher fish and fewer boats.
What is the mutton snapper spawn?
Around May's full moon, mutton snapper gather on deeper structure. Timed right, it is the best bottom fishing of the year.
Do trips sell out in May?
Weekends around the full moon and Memorial Day book early. Weekdays stay easier until June.
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