Things to do in Marathon, Florida (FL): The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

October 4, 2021 Venice Greaves

The island community of Marathon in the Florida Keys is a tropical getaway for your whole family. It maintains a retro, nautical atmosphere with family-friendly festivals and attractions. Activities include dolphin swims, snorkeling, and boating. Seafood festivals are scheduled throughout the year, and plenty of local restaurants feature fresh catches. Fishing is ideal off the pristine Sombrero Beach. Visit Crane Point to hike to the preserved home of a 20th century settler family.
Restaurants in Marathon

1. Catch 'Em All

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5.0 based on 503 reviews

Catch 'Em All

At Catch ‘Em All we go where the fish are and we want to take you with us. Whether it’s offshore, tarpon, reef, backcountry, Marathon or Islamorada, we love fishing. Fishing with families and kids is a specialty of Capt. Jeff's' since he is a family man and loves to show kids the thrill of fishing.If you need a Florida fishing charter, than look no further than Capt. Jeff. From Tarpon to Mahi Mahi, we know Florida Keys style sport fishing. Other species also fished for include snapper, Jack Crevalle, large groupers, sailfish, billfish, marlin, permit, redfish, snook, wahoo and many others.

2. SeaSquared Charters

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5.0 based on 398 reviews

SeaSquared Charters

SeaSquared Charters will provide you and your family or group a fun and productive time on the water in the fabulous Florida Keys! The SeaSquared boats are conveniently located in Marathon and are docked near the world famous Seven Mile Bridge. Our anglers catch snapper, grouper, dolphin (mahi mahi), tuna, wahoo, cobia, mackerel, sailfish, tarpon, shark and more. We will even take you snorkeling for lobster! We specialize in Florida Keys Shark Adventures (100% catch and release sportfishing for big sharks) and Marathon Family Fishing Adventures. Experienced and novice anglers are all welcome. We love showing newcomers the beauty of our coral reef and teaching them how to have success catching the wide variety of fish species we have here. We have two center console boats, with full-time captains and deckhands, and can accommodate groups up to 12 for half, three-quarter and full day charters. We invite you to visit our Facebook page for daily fishing reports with pictures. So, whether you're looking to fill your trophy wall or your dinner plate, give SeaSquared Charters a call today!

3. Sailing Catamaran Sirius

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5.0 based on 248 reviews

Sailing Catamaran Sirius

Experience exciting sailing with fresh breezes on our signature Sunset Sail aboard the sailing catamaran "Sirius". Private charters available: Weddings, Celebration of Life, Business Groups, etc.

4. Capt Chris Morrison Fishing Charters

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5.0 based on 75 reviews

Capt Chris Morrison Fishing Charters

All skill levels welcome!!! Light tackle sport fishing with IGFA Lifetime Achievement Award recipiant and Tournament winner Captain Chris Morrison. As seen on Sportfishing Television and Fishing the Flats TV shows!

5. Marathon Kayak

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Marathon Kayak

A kayak staple in the middle Keys for decades. Marathon Kayak was started with a passion for the water and an excitement to share it's beauty with others. From traveling under the natural mangrove canopies to island hopping under the historic 7 Mile bridge, Marathon Kayak will take you on an adventure of the amazing FL Keys.

6. Island Lure Charters

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5.0 based on 245 reviews

Island Lure Charters

Island Lure Charters is all about fishing and fun. Fishing the reef and wrecks to offshore and bay we catch snapper, grouper, mackerel, mahi, tuna, and much more. The Island Lure is a clean and comfortable boat that is owned and operated by Capt TJ and will cater to meet the needs and desires of each and every fishing trip. From the experienced angler to novice I will do all I can to provide a fun,safe and productive day on the water. Specializing in family fishing trips everybody is welcomed on the Island Lure.

7. Keys Kayak LLC

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Keys Kayak LLC

Rated best kayak and paddleboard Eco-tours in Marathon Offering Mangrove Kayaking, Back Country SUP, and now Crane Point Hammock tours Tour beautiful scenes of the gorgeous FL Keys as you catch the current through lush mangrove trails, ride paddleboards around uninhabited islands while floating over crystal blue waters, or see the variety of birds who call Rachel Key home with our new Crane Point Hammock tour. We also supply a variety quality kayaks and paddleboards for sale. We are a licensed dealer of Cobra, Jackson, Freedom Hawk, Malibu, Crescent, and Point 65 as well as SupATX and Crescent SUP. In addition we also stock a variety of kayaking accessories and are ready to make your Keys experience a memorable one.

8. Florida Keys Reel Adventures

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Florida Keys Reel Adventures

I am Capt. Kevin Johnsen owner/operator of FKRA. I am a 33 plus year Middle Keys resident and have a great understanding of the desires and needs of my customers. My business caters to nearly everybody by building custom trips for all interests and skill levels. My goal is to provide a rewarding and successful day on the water and to ensure priceless memories within a safe and comfortable environment. I build lasting relationships and earn repeat customers with my unique style and easy going personality. The ocean is the reason we live here and I offer you affordable access to our waters from my custom 31' center console. My boat is a stable platform that outperforms most boats in its class, providing a quiet superior ride and custom set up. I specialize in reef fishing, offshore, shark, tarpon, electric deep drop and night fishing trips. Additionally I offer lobstering, spear fishing, snorkeling, sand bar and mermaid trips. All trips are private and completely customized for you.

9. Keys Cable at The Lagoon

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Keys Cable at The Lagoon

Since 2011 The Lagoon on Grassy Key is a tropical Adventure Park for tourism and locals alike. Originally built by pro kite & wakeboarder Matt Sexton alongside Mike & Shana Walsh of Otherside Boardsports, Keys Cable Park has become one of the top board training facilities in North America for Wake, Kite, and Foilboard training. After nearly decade of operation the property was forced to close due to the COVID 19 pandemic but was reopened Summer 2020 by Matt Sexton in partnership with Grassy Flats Resort. Keys Cable Park is still the star attraction at the Lagoon and has been revamped with a new UNIT Parktech Terrain Park. In addition visitors can now also browse the Lagoon Saloon a retail store which is a surf shop & bar in a large Graffiti clad building next to Bongos, a tropical beer garden & eatery. Sexton also founded the Florida Keys Community Center which boasts the Grassy Key Botanical Garden & artist village complete with art installations, vendors, a sawmill, and more!

10. Coral Charters

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Coral Charters

Enjoy fun and action-packed Marathon fishing charters with Captain Brent Kindell. Some of the best fishing in the Florida Keys is found here in Marathon: from tarpon fishing, fishing for tuna, dolphin, wahoo, sailfish, snapper, or grouper, & many more. Over 25 years fishing experience in Marathon. From first-timers to old salts, I aim to show you the best day of fishing you can get in Marathon.

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