Takedown Charters in Islamorada

Takedown Charters is Captain Gregory Hartlaub’s Islamorada fishing business. Greg combined his background in competitive wrestling and coaching with a lifelong interest in fishing. The operation offers private trips for guests with different levels of experience.

Contact and booking details

Trip rates

The booking page lists a four-hour reef charter at $1,200, a six-hour offshore trip at $1,600 and an eight-hour offshore day at $1,900. A ten-hour swordfish charter is $2,500. Confirm the current total, passenger limit and boat before reserving.

Fishing and other activities

The business advertises deep-sea fishing and also describes scuba, snorkeling and spearfishing equipment. Those activities need separate planning and should not be assumed to be part of a fishing fare. Agree on the itinerary and any experience requirements in advance.

Included supplies

Necessary fishing equipment, permits, fishing-license coverage, bait and ice are supplied. Cleaning the legal catch is available on return. Bring food, bottled water, sunscreen and non-marking, non-slip shoes. Ask about the boat’s shade, toilet and other comfort features.

Booking details

Call or email Greg to confirm availability and the departure marina. The business states a drug- and alcohol-free policy. Request deposit, cancellation and weather terms and ask about any additional activity or meal charges before paying.

Details checked September 29, 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: Angler beside a display of mahi mahi at the Takedown Charters dock. Photo from Takedown Charters.

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