The Nomad Blog
Decades of South Florida fishing knowledge from Capt. Orly - seasonal guides, target-species tactics, and everything you need to make the most of your day on the water.
Whether you are planning your first trip or chasing a personal best, our blog breaks down the tactics, seasons, and species that make Miami one of the best fisheries in the world. Browse the latest below, then explore our Miami fishing charters or check charters and rates to book your day.
Tarpon and snook hold on the same structure, but they do not eat the same way. Here is how to get shots at both on a single inshore tide.
Deep sea fishing offshore South Florida blends adrenaline with scenery. Here is what you will target, who the trip suits, and how to book smart.
Miami offshore fishing starts fast and stays busy. A full day charter targets a wide range of species using trolling, live baiting, jigging, and bottom fishing.
Blackfin tuna swim within striking distance of Miami Shores. Know what you are chasing, where to look, and what actually works when the line goes tight.
Sailfish fishing in Miami is as real as it gets. The city coastline delivers fast currents, sharp reef edges, and consistent shots at one of the ocean greatest gamefish.
Booking a charter is not just picking a boat and hoping. Here is how to plan a Miami trip for sailfish and mahi around timing, tactics, and the right crew.
Miami waters do not take vacations. Learn how the Gulf Stream keeps deep sea fishing productive every month and which species run when.
Night fishing in Miami means less noise, less boat traffic, and more fish. The city quiets down, but the water comes alive with big snapper, tarpon, and snook.
Trophy fish do not all live offshore. Big crevalle jacks patrol Miami inshore waters year-round, and they fight as hard as anything you will hook in South Florida.
The real action in Miami is in the shallows, around the reefs, and under the bridges where snapper stack up thick. Here is where they live and when they bite.
The Gulf Stream runs close enough to see the skyline while you rig baits. Chasing bills without the marathon ride is real here - if you show up prepared.
Fort Lauderdale's inshore waters hold serious fish, and if you know where to look you will find them stacked in places most people drive right past.
What if you could step onto a boat near Hialeah, skip the hassle, and be fishing productive water in minutes? With a local charter, you can.
Most anglers think Hialeah is landlocked. It is not. You are minutes from some of the most productive saltwater in South Florida.
The Gulf Stream runs the show offshore in Miami. Learn how to read the current, match your tactics to its mood, and put baits exactly where the fish expect them.
Miami shark fishing demands total focus. From gear choice to mental toughness, here is how to prepare before a 400-pound bull shark grabs your bait.
The fish will not take your bait just any time. Knowing when to be on the water is what fills coolers, not random luck.
Tarpon show up where the city is busiest - under bridges, next to seawalls, and in the glow of dock lights. That is where the real action happens.
Wind changes everything on the water in Miami. Learn how wind direction, weather fronts, and chop decide where the fish move and how to find them.
You do not need experience, fancy gear, or a lesson in knots. In Miami the water is calm, the fish are close, and the action starts right off the beach.
Taking your kids fishing in Miami means making memories that stick. Clear water, plenty of fish, and great weather make it perfect for teaching kids to fish.
Miami waters are a resource worth protecting. Here is how conservation-minded charters keep the fishing great through catch and release, gear choices, and rotation.
Your first deep sea trip can feel overwhelming. With the right prep, from what to pack to beating seasickness, you will be set for a great day on Miami’s water.
Reading the weather is half the battle offshore. Here is how wind, tides, and cold fronts dictate where Miami fish gather and how to plan around them.
Miami bridges and inlets are tarpon magnets. Here are the prime spots, the tactics that work around pilings and current, and how to time the bite right.
Professional Miami guides provide local knowledge, quality equipment, and proven spots that would take years to find on your own.
Proper gear makes a real difference offshore. Miami waters hold everything from sailfish to mahi-mahi, and each species calls for the right equipment.
Miami does not do boring fishing trips. A mixed bag charter switches it up fast, chasing whatever is biting hardest, so no two outings ever look the same.
Picking the right Miami fishing charter makes a big difference in your success. Here is what to know about trip length, boat size, captain credentials, and what is included.
Miami best fishing does not take all day. A half-day charter gets you on snapper, kingfish, tarpon, and more fast, so you spend more time reeling and less time riding.
From spring sailfish runs to summer mahi migrations, each Miami season brings its own offshore bite. Here is what to target and how to fish it all year.
Sunken ships mean serious fishing in Miami. These are not random spots, they are fish magnets that produce monster snapper, grouper, and amberjack day after day.
Miami reef systems hold huge populations of grouper and snapper. Here are the gear, baits, anchoring, and seasonal tactics that put these fish in the box.
Biscayne Bay holds some of Miami best tarpon water. These 10 channels, flats, and bridges consistently produce silver kings - here is how and when to fish each.
Preparing for deep sea fishing in Miami takes specific gear. This checklist helps you pack everything needed for a comfortable, productive day on the water.
Choosing the right bait and lures can make the difference between a successful mahi-mahi day off Miami and coming home empty-handed.
Kite fishing in Miami offers excellent chances at sailfish, mahi-mahi, and other pelagics year-round, with each season bringing different fish and conditions.
Miami offers some of the best tarpon fishing in the world. Understanding how these silver kings move and feed can dramatically improve your odds of landing one.
From Biscayne Bay flats to the bridges of Miami Beach, these are the proven spots for trophy tarpon - plus the baits, tackle, and tides that get them eating.
From March through May, large schools of tarpon gather in Miami waters, creating prime conditions for anglers chasing fish that often weigh over 100 pounds.
Not all of a storm's effects are negative. Savvy fishermen see hurricanes as a chance to enjoy some of the best fishing of the season once it is safe to go.
Over five decades of South Florida fishing have proven one thing: nothing beats live bait. Here is how Miami anglers catch and keep it lively.
Some call deep-dropping "catching" rather than fishing. After years working Miami’s deep water, I can tell you there is far more to it than flipping a switch.
From mangrove-lined shores to grass flats, bridge pilings, and dock lights, Miami inshore waters reward anglers who know the right technique for each spot.
I had sailfish on my mind. Then the wind howled east at 25 knots and crushed the plan. Here is how Biscayne Bay’s shallow-water grouper became Plan B.
Cruising south over Triumph Reef at sunset, I went looking for one fish - the cubera snapper, a reef bulldog recognized around the equator for its killer instincts.
Kings hit like runaway train wrecks and run like sizzling smoke. Most anglers troll for them by day, but the real fun starts after dark - drifting and dreaming.
The best way to learn Miami's waters is to fish them. Book online or call Capt. Orly to plan your charter.
