Gonzo Adventures Sea-Clusion in Key West

Gonzo Adventures takes anglers fishing from Key West aboard Sea-Clusion, a 46-foot Bertram sportfishing boat. Its trips range from four-hour outings to full offshore days. The operator welcomes experienced anglers and families who are trying deep-sea fishing for the first time.

Contact and booking details

Fishing aboard Sea-Clusion

The website describes several fishing approaches, rather than a single fixed routine. These include trolling live or dead bait, kite fishing, vertical jigging, dropping bait over wrecks and anchoring near reef structure. Sailfish, mahi and snapper feature in its description of the local fishery.

Ask which approach suits your date and chosen trip length. A family hoping for frequent bites may want a different plan from an angler pursuing one offshore species. Tell the crew what matters most before leaving the dock. The FAQ makes clear that catches are not guaranteed.

Cabin comforts and passenger questions

The listed Bertram has an enclosed, air-conditioned lounge, a full-size restroom, a refrigerator for lunches and a beverage cooler in the fishing cockpit. These are useful features for people who need a break from sun or rain between bites.

Check that those amenities are available for your particular departure. The reviewed pages do not provide a clear passenger maximum or guarantee a named captain for every booking. Confirm party size, the crew assignment and boarding access directly, especially when traveling with children or anyone who needs assistance.

Four, six or eight hours

The services page lists $1,100 for four hours, $1,400 for six and $1,700 for eight. Its planning advice favors shorter winter outings when fish may be closer to shore and longer summer trips when productive offshore water can be farther away.

Treat that seasonal guidance as a starting point. Conditions can change the day's route. Request the current whole-boat total, included tackle and bait, fuel arrangements, fish-cleaning service and any additional fees. Extra time may be purchased on a four- or six-hour trip when the schedule allows.

Deposit and weather policy

A $250 deposit is advertised to reserve a date. The FAQ promises a deposit refund for customer cancellations more than 72 hours before departure. Inside that window it describes rescheduling assistance, but no deposit refund. No-shows also lose the deposit.

When the operator cancels, it offers another date or refunds the deposit if a suitable replacement cannot be arranged. Do not assume a rainy morning cancels your booking. Contact the crew for its decision, and keep the confirmed policy with your reservation details.

Getting to the marina

Use the listed Slip 641 address when requesting dock and parking directions. Call 305-407-4449 or email captain@gonzoadventures.com with your dates and number of passengers. A complete inquiry helps the booking team recommend a realistic offshore outing.

Bring a lunch for the longer trips, sun protection and personal drinks as agreed with the crew. Ask about cooler space before arriving with bulky luggage. If you are prone to seasickness, discuss prevention with a qualified health professional before your offshore day.

Details checked October 11, 2026, using the operator’s published information. Rates, boats, meeting points and policies can change; confirm the final trip details directly. Listed species describe possible targets, not a guaranteed catch or an open harvest season.

Featured photo: Sea-Clusion sportfishing boat at the dock in Key West. Photo from Gonzo Adventures Sea-Clusion.

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