Where do Bahamas fishing charters depart from?

Crown Yachts Miami is a South Florida operator. Bahamas fishing charters are private crewed trips departing from Miami and Fort Lauderdale marinas, crossing the Gulf Stream to Bimini, the Berry Islands, or Andros and returning to Florida.

What fish can I catch on a Bahamas fishing charter?

Offshore the Bahamas produce blue marlin, sailfish, mahi-mahi, blackfin and yellowfin tuna, and wahoo. On the flats, Andros and the banks hold bonefish, permit, and tarpon, with grouper and snapper on the reefs.

Why is Bimini called the sportfishing capital of the world?

Bimini earned the title in Ernest Hemingway's day. The Gulf Stream drop-off sits only minutes from the island, so a Bimini fishing charter reaches blue water for mahi, tuna, wahoo, and marlin faster than almost anywhere in the region.

Do I need a passport for a Bahamas fishing charter?

Yes. Every guest needs a valid US passport with at least six months of validity to enter the Bahamas by private vessel. The captain handles the cruising permit and customs clearance at the port of entry.

What is the difference between deep sea and flats fishing in the Bahamas?

Deep sea fishing trolls the offshore drop-offs for marlin, tuna, wahoo, and mahi. Flats fishing is sight-casting the shallows for bonefish, permit, and tarpon. Bimini and the Berry Islands lean offshore; Andros pairs flats with deep water nearby.

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BAHAMAS FISHING CHARTER

Sport Fishing in Bahamian Waters

The Bahamas hold some of the finest fishing grounds on earth. Bimini has been the sportfishing capital of the world since Hemingway's day, with the Gulf Stream drop-off only minutes offshore. The Berry Islands sit on the Tongue of the Ocean, deep blue water within sight of land, and Andros is world-renowned for the bonefishing flats that stretch along its western shore.

Crown Yachts Miami runs private, crewed Bahamas fishing charters from South Florida. We are a South Florida operator, not a local Bahamian base, so every trip is a fully crewed crossing that departs from a Miami or Fort Lauderdale marina and runs to the grounds. The captain manages the Gulf Stream crossing, the cruising permit, customs clearance, and the fishing itself. You bring a passport and step aboard. Rods, reels, offshore tackle, bait, and ice are all onboard.

Whether you want to troll the drop-off for a blue marlin, work the current edges for mahi and tuna, chase wahoo along the deeper ledges, or sight-cast the Andros flats for bonefish, a Bahamas fishing charter puts the right water in front of you. Pricing is quoted per trip. Share your dates, your target species, and your group size via WhatsApp and we build the itinerary.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

Private crewed Bahamas fishing charter trolling the Gulf Stream drop-off

6,000 ft

The Tongue of the Ocean drops past 6,000 feet within sight of land

WHERE TO FISH

Bahamas Fishing Grounds

From the legendary Bimini drop-off to the deep Tongue of the Ocean and the Andros flats, the Bahamas cover every kind of saltwater fishing within reach of a Gulf Stream crossing.

SPORTFISHING CAPITAL

Bimini and the Gulf Stream Drop-Off

Bimini has been called the sportfishing capital of the world since Ernest Hemingway ran the deep water off its western shore in the 1930s. The Gulf Stream drop-off sits only minutes from the island, so a Bimini yacht charter reaches blue-water grounds faster than almost anywhere in the region. Mahi, tuna, wahoo, and marlin run the edge where the shallow bank falls into thousands of feet of open Atlantic.

DEEP SEA

The Berry Islands and Chub Cay

The Berry Islands sit along the Tongue of the Ocean, a trench that plunges past 6,000 feet within sight of land. Chub Cay at the southern end is the recognized deep sea fishing base of the chain, and the surrounding water holds wahoo, tuna, and billfish with far less traffic than Bimini on a weekend. It is one of the finest offshore fishing grounds in the Bahamas.

FLATS AND BONEFISH

Andros and the Bonefishing Flats

Andros is world-renowned for bonefishing. The vast shallow flats on the island's west side and the creeks along its shore hold bonefish, permit, and tarpon, and the Andros Barrier Reef and the Tongue of the Ocean put deep water within easy reach on the same trip. Andros suits anglers who want to pair flats fishing with an offshore run for pelagics.

OFFSHORE

Blue Water for Mahi, Tuna, and Wahoo

Offshore fishing in the Bahamas centers on the current edges and temperature breaks where pelagic species feed. Mahi school around weed lines and floating debris, blackfin and yellowfin tuna hold near the drop-offs, and wahoo run the deeper ledges. A full-day offshore fishing charter trolls these grounds and works the color change between the bank and the open Atlantic.

BILLFISH

Marlin and Sailfish Grounds

The waters off Bimini, the Berry Islands, and Andros are prime billfish grounds. Blue marlin move through in the warmer months, white marlin and sailfish are present across the season, and the deep edges concentrate them close to the islands. Billfish are handled as a release fishery. A Bahamas sport fishing trip built around marlin is timed to the local run and the state of the Gulf Stream.

REEF AND BOTTOM

Reef Fishing and Bottom Grounds

Between offshore runs, the reefs and shallow banks of the Bahamas hold grouper, snapper, and other bottom species. The Andros Barrier Reef, the third largest in the world, and the coral heads scattered across the banks give steady action close to the anchorage. Reef and bottom fishing rounds out a Bahamas fishing charter on days when the offshore weather window is short.

WHAT YOU'LL CATCH

Target Species in the Bahamas

The Bahamas combine blue-water pelagics on the Gulf Stream edge with world-class flats fishing, one of the most varied sport fishing destinations anywhere.

Blue Marlin

The premier game fish of the Bahamas and the reason Bimini earned its sportfishing reputation. Blue marlin move through the deep edges off Bimini, the Berry Islands, and Andros, with the strongest run in the warmer months. Fish over 500 pounds are landed in Bahamian water every season. Marlin are handled as a tag-and-release fishery on almost every charter.

Mahi-Mahi (Dolphinfish)

The most consistent offshore target in the Bahamas. Mahi school near weed lines, floating debris, and the color change at the Gulf Stream edge, often within a short run of the island. They strike aggressively, jump repeatedly when hooked, and are among the best table fish in the ocean. Spring through summer produces the largest fish.

Tuna

Blackfin and yellowfin tuna hold near the drop-offs and current edges throughout the Bahamas. The Tongue of the Ocean off the Berry Islands and Andros is a reliable tuna ground, with fish concentrating where the deep water meets the bank. Tuna provide fast, powerful runs and are a prized catch on any deep sea fishing Bahamas trip.

Wahoo

Among the fastest fish in the ocean, wahoo run the deeper ledges and drop-offs off Bimini and the Berry Islands. They hit a trolled bait at speed and peel line on the first run. Wahoo fishing peaks in the cooler months, when the fish gather along the edges in numbers, making winter a favored season for offshore fishing charter Bahamas trips.

Bonefish and Permit

Andros is one of the great bonefishing destinations on earth, and the flats across the Bahamas hold bonefish, permit, and tarpon in shallow, clear water. Flats fishing is sight-casting on the shallows rather than trolling the blue water, a different discipline that many anglers travel to the Bahamas specifically to pursue. Bonefish are a catch-and-release fishery.

Sailfish and Grouper

Atlantic sailfish move through the same deep edges as the marlin and are a spectacular light-tackle catch, released after the fight. Closer to the reefs and banks, grouper and snapper give steady bottom action between offshore runs. The mix of billfish offshore and bottom fish on the reef is what makes a Bahamas fishing charter so varied in a single trip.

WHAT TO KNOW

Planning Your Bahamas Fishing Trip

01

Departing from South Florida

Crown Yachts Miami is a South Florida operator. Our Bahamas fishing charters are private, crewed trips that depart from deep-water marinas in Miami and Fort Lauderdale and cross the Gulf Stream to the fishing grounds. We do not run a local Bahamian base. The captain manages the crossing, the fishing, and the return, so the whole trip is handled from the Florida dock to the grounds and back.

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Passport and Entry Requirements

Every guest needs a valid US passport to enter the Bahamas by private vessel, and we recommend at least six months of validity remaining. The captain handles the Bahamian cruising permit, the vessel documentation, and customs clearance at the official port of entry. All you carry is the passport itself. Entry is coordinated as part of the charter, not something you arrange separately.

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Tackle, Bait, and Crew Included

Rods, reels, offshore tackle, bait, and ice are aboard, and the captain and mate rig, run the spread, and handle every fish. Whether you are trolling the drop-off for marlin or sight-casting the flats for bonefish, the crew sets you up and coaches through the fight. Experienced anglers and complete first-timers are both well suited to a crewed Bahamas fishing trip.

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Best Season for Each Fish

The Bahamas fish year-round, with seasonal peaks by species. Blue marlin run strongest in the warmer months. Wahoo gather along the edges in the cooler season. Mahi are most abundant spring through summer. Tuna and bonefish are reliable across much of the year. The captain times the trip and the target to the season and the state of the Gulf Stream.

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Deep Sea, Flats, or Both

A Bahamas fishing charter can be built around deep sea trolling for pelagics, flats fishing for bonefish and permit, or a combination across a multi-day trip. Bimini and the Berry Islands lean offshore, Andros pairs world-class flats with deep water nearby. We match the vessel, the grounds, and the route to what you want to catch. See the wider range of crossings on the Bahamas charters hub.

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Catch Handling and Release

Billfish, including marlin and sailfish, and bonefish are handled as release fisheries in Bahamian water. Species such as mahi, tuna, and wahoo can be kept within Bahamian regulations, and the crew cleans what you plan to eat. The captain tracks the current rules and ensures every catch is handled legally, so the fishing stays productive for the seasons ahead.

GET IN TOUCH

Book Your Bahamas Fishing Charter

Questions about the grounds, the target species, or combining fishing with a wider crossing? Reach out and we will put together the right itinerary. A Bahamas day charter can add a fishing run, and a multi-day Bahamas boat rental can fish Bimini, the Berry Islands, and Andros on one trip.

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FAQ

Bahamas Fishing Charter Questions

Where do Bahamas fishing charters depart from?: Crown Yachts Miami is a South Florida operator, so our Bahamas fishing charters are private, crewed trips departing from deep-water marinas in Miami and Fort Lauderdale. The vessel crosses the Gulf Stream to the grounds off Bimini, the Berry Islands, or Andros and returns to Florida. We do not operate a local Bahamian base; the entire trip is run from the South Florida dock by the captain and crew.
What fish can I catch on a Bahamas fishing charter?: Offshore, the Bahamas produce blue marlin, sailfish, mahi-mahi, blackfin and yellowfin tuna, and wahoo along the Gulf Stream edges and the Tongue of the Ocean. On the flats, Andros and the shallow banks hold bonefish, permit, and tarpon. Reefs and bottom grounds add grouper and snapper. The mix of deep sea pelagics and world-class flats fishing is what sets Bahamas fishing apart.
Why is Bimini called the sportfishing capital of the world?: Bimini earned the title in Ernest Hemingway's day, when he fished the deep water off its western shore in the 1930s. The Gulf Stream drop-off sits only minutes from the island, so a Bimini fishing charter reaches blue water and pelagic species faster than almost anywhere in the region. Mahi, tuna, wahoo, and marlin all run the edge just off the island.
Do I need a passport for a Bahamas fishing charter?: Yes. Every guest needs a valid US passport to enter the Bahamas by private vessel, and we recommend at least six months of validity remaining. The captain handles the Bahamian cruising permit, the vessel documentation, and customs clearance at the official port of entry, so all you carry is the passport itself. Entry is coordinated as part of the charter.
What is the difference between deep sea and flats fishing in the Bahamas?: Deep sea fishing runs offshore to troll the drop-offs and current edges for pelagic species such as marlin, tuna, wahoo, and mahi. Flats fishing is sight-casting in shallow, clear water for bonefish, permit, and tarpon, a different discipline that Andros is famous for. Bimini and the Berry Islands lean offshore, while Andros pairs world-class flats with deep water nearby, so a multi-day charter can cover both.
Do you offer Nassau, Bimini, Exuma, and Freeport fishing charters?: Yes. Our Bahamas fishing charters, the fishing charters Bahamas anglers search for, target the grounds off any of the main islands, from Bahamas deep sea fishing on the drop-off to Bahamas offshore fishing on the banks. A Nassau fishing charter, or fishing charter Nassau Bahamas trip, works the reefs and offshore edge near New Providence. A Bimini fishing charter and Bimini deep sea fishing run the famous drop-off, an Exuma fishing charter covers the flats and offshore banks, and a Freeport fishing charter works the northern grounds off Grand Bahama. Tell us which island you want to fish and we plan the day around it.
When is the best fishing in the Bahamas, and what is the Bahamas fishing season?: The best fishing in Bahamas waters runs year-round, but the Bahamas fishing season peaks by species. Wahoo and tuna are strongest from late fall through winter, mahi mahi run in spring, and Bahamas marlin fishing is best from spring into summer. Bahamas bonefishing on the flats is a year-round Bahamas fishing trip. We match your dates to what is biting.
When is the best time of year for a Bahamas fishing trip?: The Bahamas fish year-round with seasonal peaks. Blue marlin run strongest in the warmer months, wahoo gather along the edges in the cooler season, and mahi are most abundant from spring through summer. Tuna and bonefish are reliable across much of the year. The captain times the trip and the target to the season and the state of the Gulf Stream crossing.
Can I combine a fishing charter with a Bahamas island trip?: Yes. A Bahamas fishing charter can be built into a wider crossing that includes anchorages, snorkeling, and beach stops. A Bahamas day charter can add a fishing run, and a Bahamas boat rental over several days lets you fish Bimini, the Berry Islands, and Andros on one itinerary, or continue south to a Nassau or Exuma charter. See the full range of crossings on the Bahamas charters hub.
Do I need a fishing license for a Bahamas charter?: Fishing in the Bahamas is covered by the vessel's Bahamian cruising and fishing permit, which the captain arranges as part of the charter. You do not organize a personal license separately. The captain also tracks the local bag limits and release rules, including the billfish and bonefish release fisheries, so every catch is handled within Bahamian regulations.
How much does a Bahamas fishing charter cost?: A Bahamas fishing charter is quoted per trip rather than at a fixed rate, because the total depends on the vessel, the grounds, the number of days, the group size, and add-ons such as provisioning and a private chef. A single-day crossing and a multi-day expedition price very differently. Share your dates, target species, and group size via WhatsApp and we build a quote tailored to your trip. Browse the fleet.

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