May 3rd Pelagic

The boat is a 2023 Key West 219FS. It is 21’ 9” long and comfortably accommodates five adults.

There are no facilities onboard. The boat ramp park has a restroom available. Passengers are encouraged to use those facilities prior to departure.

During the summer months we can expect to start seeing pelagic birds five miles offshore. Most are observed around fifteen miles near what we have nicknamed the “Hill”. The Hill is a natural formation rising a few hundred feet from the ocean bottom.

The Black-capped Petrel is among the most sought after birds due to the birds endangered status. Our trips have encountered this species nine times since starting in May of 2023. Your best chance of seeing one is during the month of May!

Our most frequent and photogenic visitors are storm petrels. We may also encounter tropical terns, shearwaters, boobies, and tropic birds.

Please bring food, drinks, and sunscreen. You may also bring your own small cooler or use one of the coolers onboard. And of course your own camera and binoculars. We recommend bringing appropriate protective items for your sensitive electronics.

Yes! Your Captain is United States Coast Guard licensed as an operator of uninspected passenger vessels (OUPV). Palm Beach Pelagics also carries commercial charter boat insurance. However we are not responsible for damage to personal items such as your phone, camera, binoculars, etc.

For a full refund you must cancel at least seven days prior to the scheduled departure date. No shows will not receive a refund of any kind.

In the event of adverse or unsafe weather and the trip is canceled, we will refund you the full purchase price.

Parking is free for vehicles without trailers. Unfortunately parking is limited with only nine and five handicapped spots available. We encourage passengers to arrive early and carpool when possible. There is additional parking at the adjacent Intracoastal Park which is a six minute walk away.

Although not necessary it is customary to tip 15-20 percent.