Landfall Charters
Capt. Juice fly casting on the Key West flats under a blue sky

Trips

Tight lines and good times

Dive into the exhilarating world of shallow-water fishing in the stunning Backcountry and flats of Key West. For over a decade Captain Valakis has immersed himself in the art of angling, mastering the intricate dance of tides, wind patterns, seasonal migrations, and the vibrant ecosystems that make this fishery truly extraordinary.

Join us for thrilling, hands-on light-tackle trips tailored for anglers of every skill level. Each adventure is uniquely crafted based on the day’s conditions, fueled by our deep knowledge of fish behavior and their movements through these bountiful waters. Get ready for an unforgettable fishing experience that promises excitement and discovery at every cast.

Fishing trips

Most popularGreat first trip

Half day

$800/ trip

4 hoursPrivate, 1–4 guests
  • A half day on the water, a great first trip
  • Backcountry and flats close to Key West

Every trip is private, one to four guests, catch and release on light tackle, with rods, reels, tackle, bait, ice, water and the Florida license included, running from A&B Marina, Key West.

Best valueMore water covered

Seven hour

$1000/ trip

7 hoursPrivate, 1–4 guests
  • Time to move with the tide and try more spots
  • More water covered than the half day

Every trip is private, one to four guests, catch and release on light tackle, with rods, reels, tackle, bait, ice, water and the Florida license included, running from A&B Marina, Key West.

Full dayMost time on the water

Full day

$1450/ trip

8 hoursPrivate, 1–4 guests
  • A full day on the water, start to finish
  • The full run of backcountry, flats and Gulf edges

Every trip is private, one to four guests, catch and release on light tackle, with rods, reels, tackle, bait, ice, water and the Florida license included, running from A&B Marina, Key West.

Weather dependentBook by phone

Marquesas

$1550/ trip

8 hoursPrivate, 1–4 guests
  • A run out to the Marquesas Keys, 25 miles west
  • A full day built around the crossing and the tide
  • Booked by phone so we can talk through the forecast

Every trip is private, one to four guests, catch and release on light tackle, with rods, reels, tackle, bait, ice, water and the Florida license included, running from A&B Marina, Key West.

Social trips

Social tripMost relaxed

Sandbar trip

$600/ trip

3 hoursPrivate, 1–4 guests
  • Sandbar and swim time — no fishing
  • Calm, shallow water a short run from town

Every trip is private, one to four guests, with ice and water aboard, running from A&B Marina, Key West.

Social tripTwo hours

Sunset charter

$500/ trip

2 hoursPrivate, 1–4 guests
  • Sunset cruise — no fishing
  • Two hours on the water for the light and the run home

Every trip is private, one to four guests, with ice and water aboard, running from A&B Marina, Key West.

Capacity

Trips are private, one to four guests. There's no minimum — plenty of people fish alone.