About Southbound Sportfishing
Southbound Sportfishing has been one of Key West's most trusted deep-sea fishing charters for over 30 years, operating from the iconic Charter Boat Row on North Roosevelt Boulevard. Captain Richard Houde and his crew run a custom 40-foot sportfishing vessel purpose-built for the Gulf Stream waters just minutes off the Florida Keys.
They offer half-day and full-day private charters targeting sailfish, mahi-mahi, tuna, wahoo, kingfish, and grouper depending on the season. Light-tackle and live-bait fishing are specialties, and the boat is equipped with top-of-the-line Penn and Shimano reels, outriggers, and a fighting chair. Split charters are available for smaller groups looking to share costs.
What sets Southbound apart is the captain's decades of local knowledge and a no-nonsense approach to putting anglers on fish. They maintain a loyal repeat-customer base and consistently earn top reviews for professionalism and catch rates. The boat departs daily from Charter Boat Row, one of the most convenient launch points in Key West.
