Islamorada based Gottago II charters with Capt. Cliff Tatje at the helm has been fishing the saltwater of the Florida Keys for close to 40 years, guiding his customers to trophy catches.


Islamorada has been best known for its fishing, for over 60 years, and has been the proud vacation spot for presidents, vice presidents, and celebities of all kinds here to take advantage of our bountiful fishing, our weather and keys hospitality. Islamorada is the closest access point to some of the best Backcountry flats fishing for snook, tarpon, and redfish. A real mixed bag for those who enjoy light tackle fishing.
Snook, tarpon, redfish, and bone fish are all in Capt. Cliff’s repitore , whether it is on the flats of Islamorada or the backcountry of the Everglades National Park. Islamorada’s fishing is always just a scenic boat ride away----If you would like to just cruise the Florida Keys backcountry and see the birds and wildlife, try a backcountry or eco tour!... Don’t forget the camera in the car!


All are welcome from the littlest anglers to the oldest experts ,on the water instruction is free for the newbies.
Gottago II charters fishing machine is a 24 foot Bay Skiff, very shallow drafted, powered by a Mercury 225 hp Optimax, and is very stable and can accommodate up to 4 people.
Your charter includes all your fishing needs ... rods, tackle, licenses are all provided, including a cooler with ice for your food and drink (beer fine.
Do you have a large family or corporate outing? We can arrange for additional top notch Islamorada guides for those large charters!
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