Marathon · Florida Keys

Epic catches, family fun, zero fuss.

Nestled in the heart of the Keys, Marathon is a
world-renowned fishing destination.

Captain Ben’s mission is simple: make your time on the water safe, relaxing, and a whole lot of fun!

Captain Ben knows these waters

Ben Zdan started Ben O’Fishal out of a lifelong love of fishing and years spent learning every reef, wreck and ledge around Marathon — and it shows in the kind of day he gives people on the water.

He’s also hand-picked a team of experienced local captains to run the fleet, so whichever boat you step aboard, you’re fishing with someone who knows exactly where they’re biting.

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The Right Boat For Every Catch

Flagship

Ben O’Fishal II

39 ft · Up to 6 · Reef/Wreck/Offshore

The flagship. Built for chasing mahi, sailfish, and tuna out in the deep blue — fast, roomy, and ready for a full day.

Mid-Size

Ben O’Fishal

27 ft · Up to 4 · Reef/Wreck/Offshore

A comfortable, stable platform that gets you on the fish fast — perfect for families and first-timers.

Budget-Friendly

Bay O’Fishal

24 ft · Up to 4 · Reef/Bay/Bridge

Nimble and quick over sunken wrecks and reef on calm days and great for inshore, bay, or bridge or evening Tarpon seasonally.

Night Lobster

Lobster Bully

17 ft · Up to 4 · Lobster

Sneak up on lobster at night in the shallows. This vessel has a shallow draft and bright lights for hunting lobster in the dark.

Fishing Trips We Offer

We offer combinations of three distinct types of fishing. Your group goals, the time of year, and the weather are all factors we consider.

Pick a trip type below to learn more about it.

Reef Fishing

Fishing on anchor on the reef. Great for families, especially with smaller children. Get on the fish faster, just a few miles from the dock.

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Wreck Fishing

Drift fishing above or near sunken wrecks and rubble piles. Perfect for catching big fish after a morning of reef fishing.

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Offshore Fishing

Fishing out in the deep blue sea. If you want to catch pelagic species such as Mahi, Sailfish, and Tuna, this trip is for you.

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Testimonials

Our customers

See what Captain Ben’s customers have to say!

Christina F.

Hobe Sound, Florida

We caught lots of fish, got to see manatees at the dock and we couldn’t have had a better experience!


I highly recommend you take your next charter with Capt. Ben, you won’t be disappointed…😁

Nicole T.

Delray Beach, Florida

One of the best fishing experiences I’ve had. Ben’s a real professional and personable.

I enjoyed every second of this trip, plan on going again soon.

William C.

United STates

Mahi not biting that day but we nailed the reef fish! Captain Ben and mate did a great job.

I got to use my lucky bottom rod. Grandson had a great time too.

Jeremy H.

Indianapolis, Indiana

…we were on fish right away. At one point we had five fish on at the same time… We caught more than 50 mahi in total and kept our limit of 20

Captain Ben found the fish all day.

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Stephany D.

MARATHON, FL

Book with a Local!! Best in Marathon – commercial or charter fishing. You won’t be disappointed!!

Thanks Ben to you and your first Mate, Alex.

Stephany

Ami S.

MIAMI, FL

Thank you Ben and Marty for an amazing day on the water. It started rough but you got us on the fish and and this trip very enjoyable! Plus had a bathroom for our small bladder friend 🤣🤣

Ben O'Fishal Sportfishing
400 Sadowski Causeway
Key Colony Beach, FL 33051
Mile Marker 54

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