REEF & WRECK FISHING
Wreck Fishing is a fantastic way to bend the rod on some BIG fish! Are you ready to test your strength and technique on powerful trophy-sized fish? Then Wreck fishing is the way to go! Start your 6-hour trip on the reef first to catch your dinner, and then head to deeper waters to hunt for something big.
THE PERFECT COMBINATION
The waters of Marathon, Florida contain many sunken boats and ships which are home to some VERY BIG fish.
The reef is where we get our groceries and the wreck is where we get our trophies! The waters surrounding Marathon Florida have many sunken boats and some larger ships and even a sunken airplane! These underwater wrecks have become an artificial reef for many fish to hide in including some very large predators. Wreck fishing consists of dropping live or cut bait just near the bottom to attract these larger predatory fish. Each underwater wreck has different species to offer depending on the time of year.
Amberjack are common residents of the wrecks pretty much year round which are pound for pound one of the hardest fighting fish out there. It is not uncommon to hook into a large Amberjack anywhere from 60-100lbs!
31 FOOT STEIGER FISHING ADVENTURE! (Max 6 Persons)
6 HOUR REEF & WRECK
- Max 6 People
- Fuel Included in price
36 FOOT YELLOWFIN FISHING MACHINE! (Max 6 Persons)
3/4 DAY REEF & WRECK
- Max 6 people
- Fuel Included in price
Large Mutton Snapper upwards of 20+lbs are also available often just outside the wrecks. Mutton Snapper will eat live bait or cut bait depending on the day and while the bite is much more subtle with them once you hook one you are in for a good fight!
The meat on a Mutton Snapper is highly desired as it is firm white and delicious. In the late winter and early spring some Wrecks will have schools of Permit swimming around and with a live crab and a good cast, you have a good shot at hooking one!
Later on, in the Summer months some very large Sharks start to appear on the wrecks and if you are crazy enough to ask, a very large hook and massive bait can be used to hook into bullsharks anywhere from 300-500lbs!
If you want to experience the fun and excitement of hooking into a big fish give manicsportfishing a call at 1.908.216.8355 Or fill out our contact form.
26 FOOT BAJA SPORTFISH FOR FOUR! (Max 4 Persons)
3/4 DAY REEF & WRECK
- Max 4 people
- Fuel Included in price
Amberjack
One of the hardest fighting fish in the ocean pound for pound. AJ’s can weigh more than 200lbs!
Mutton Snapper
This beautiful snapper is not only available on the wreck in sizes that exceed 20lbs but can also be found on the reef certain times of the year in smaller sizes. These fish are a thrill to fight as their initial run is fast and hard. The flesh of a mutton snapper is white, flaky and absolutely delicious.
Black Grouper
A highly prized meat fish found on the Reef and in larger sizes on the Wrecks. Usually caught when targeting Amberjacks they are a very nice surprise when we get them!
Species we catch while Wreck Fishing
Amberjack
Mutton Snapper
Black Grouper
Vermillion Snapper
Permit
Bullshark
Very fun day! Greg and Chris were great with my kids (ages 11, 9, and 7). Never had to wait for bait or touch a fish. Caught plenty of delicious fish that we took to a nearby restaurant to have it blackened, coconut fried, and sautéed. Great trip!
My wife and I had a great time fishing with captain Greg and his first mate! Caught a lot of fish. Non stop action. Greg and Chris were awesome!! Worked hard and are very friendly!! I would definitely recommend them!
