Private 6-Hour Deep Sea Sportfishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Six hours offshore chasing sailfish, tuna, and mahi-mahi on a fully equipped 46-foot yacht

A private 6-hour sportfishing charter in Fort Lauderdale puts up to 6 anglers on a 46' Hatteras yacht with a captain and first mate, targeting sailfish, mahi-mahi, tuna, wahoo, snapper, grouper, amberjack, and sharks. You'll use trolling, wreck fishing, bottom fishing, and kite fishing depending on conditions and season. All rods, reels, bait, tackle, and fishing licenses are provided, along with onboard amenities including a fighting chair, live wells, coolers, galley, and restroom.

The experience

How much time do you actually need to hook into deep-sea action without losing half the day to travel and setup? Six hours on the water gives you real fishing time: enough to work multiple techniques and chase several species without the commitment of a full-day charter. You'll board the Don't Tell Mom, a custom 46' Hatteras sportfish yacht, and head offshore with a captain who knows where the fish are running and a dedicated first mate who handles the details so you can focus on the rod in your hands.

The boat carries everything you need: outriggers and downriggers for trolling, a fighting chair for the big ones, live wells to keep bait fresh, and a full tackle setup with rods and reels already rigged. Depending on what's biting and where (sailfish in season, mahi-mahi and tuna year-round, wahoo, snapper, grouper, amberjack, and sharks when conditions align) the captain will switch between trolling, wreck fishing, bottom fishing, and kite fishing to put you on fish. You're not watching someone else fish. You're holding the gear and making the decisions.

The boat has a shaded cabin with air-conditioning, a galley with a fridge and freezer, coolers stocked with ice, and a restroom onboard. Bottled water is included. You can bring your own snacks or arrange catering in advance. Fishing licenses are built into the price, and the crew will clean your catch at the end of the trip. All you need to bring is sunscreen and whatever food or drinks you want beyond water.

What’s included

• Rods, reels, bait and tackle.
• licensed captain and first mate.
• bottled water.
• coolers with ice, full galley, and air-conditioning onboard.
• fishing licenses.
• fish cleaning service.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:00 and 13:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (10 to 90 years) · Under 10: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Don't Tell Mom Sportfishing

Is this one for you?The 6-hour length is built for anglers who want serious offshore time without committing to a full day. You get prime fishing hours and the flexibility to plan the rest of your Fort Lauderdale itinerary around a morning or afternoon departure.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What fish are we likely to catch on a 6-hour charter in Fort Lauderdale?

Sailfish, mahi-mahi, tuna, wahoo, snapper, grouper, amberjack, and sharks are all possible depending on the season and water conditions. The captain and mate will adjust techniques (trolling, wreck fishing, bottom fishing, and kite fishing) to target whatever is running when you're out.

Do I need to bring my own fishing rod and tackle?

No. The charter includes all rods, reels, bait, and tackle. Everything is rigged and ready to use. The first mate will assist you throughout the trip and help with any adjustments you need.

Is there food and water available on the boat?

Bottled water is included. The boat has a full galley with a fridge, freezer, and coolers with ice, but food and other drinks are not included. You can bring your own snacks or arrange catering with the operator in advance.

How many people can fish on this charter?

The boat accommodates up to 6 guests, so you can bring friends or family and split the cost of the private charter among your group.

Are fishing licenses included?

Yes. All Florida fishing licenses are included in the charter price, so you don't need to arrange them separately.