Step aboard the Spirit of Pilar—an exact replica of Ernest Hemingway’s legendary fishing boat, the Pilar. But this isn't just a tribute to a writer's passion for the sea—this is a mission-driven charter experience designed for inclusivity, healing, and unforgettable adventure.

Based in Key West Bight, Papa’s Charter offers an experience unlike any other:

• A wheelchair-accessible sportfishing vessel, complete with a custom elevator to the parlor deck—making it the most accessible fishing boat in America.

• Priority access for wounded and non-wounded veterans, providing restorative time on the open ocean.

• Routes through Hemingway’s historic waters, including the Cuba Gulf Stream and the Marquesas Islands.

• Every marlin caught is tagged and released to support marine research and conservation.

• All other catch is cleaned on board, and either:

  • Cooked later that day in partnership with Key West’s Flying Fish Cooking School

  • Or packed and shipped home, so your adventure lasts even longer.