Fort Lauderdale Big Game Fishing Charter: Private 4-Hour Offshore Adventure
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Able to stand and move with boat motion for several hours; basic mobility required for boarding and brief bursts during fights.
Overview
Board a private sportfisher from Seabreeze Boulevard and head straight for the Gulf Stream on a four-hour big-game chase. This Fort Lauderdale charter focuses on sailfish, mahi-mahi, tuna and wahoo with all bait, tackle and fish cleaning included.
Fort Lauderdale Big Game Fishing Charter: Private 4-Hour Offshore Adventure
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The morning light on Fort Lauderdale’s skyline feels like a countdown: pale gold crests the high-rises, the intracoastal hums, and the sportfisher cuts its slip lines free. You step aboard at New Lattitude Sportfishing on Seabreeze Boulevard, and within minutes the captain has you threading the intracoastal waterway toward the Atlantic. The city recedes, and the ocean—flat, then fickle—begins to dare you.
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Adventure Tips
Check-in early
Arrive at the "Deep Sea Fishing" hut at 301 Seabreeze Blvd at least 30 minutes before departure to sign waivers and stow gear.
Prevent seasickness
If you’re prone to motion sickness, take medication an hour before boarding and avoid heavy meals right before the trip.
Bring layered sun protection
Use a breathable long-sleeve shirt, high-SPF sunscreen, and a hat with a chin strap—the sun reflects hard off the water.
Know the tipping etiquette
Plan to tip your captain and mate 15–20% for private charters; exceptional service or a trophy catch may warrant more.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Atlantic bottlenose dolphin
- Loggerhead sea turtle
History
Fort Lauderdale grew from a series of coastal inlets and trade channels; commercial and sportfishing have shaped the ports and marinas along Seabreeze Boulevard.
Conservation
Operators follow local regulation for size and bag limits and use best practices for releasing billfish to minimize handling stress.
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Recommended Gear
Polarized sunglasses
Cuts glare off the water so you can spot bait and protect your eyes during long sun exposure.
Non-marking deck shoes
Provide grip on wet surfaces and protect feet while working the rail.
High-SPF sunscreen & lip balm
Necessary to prevent severe sunburn on open-water trips where UV reflection intensifies exposure.
summer specific
Light waterproof windbreaker
Keeps you comfortable in early-morning spray and unexpected wind shifts.
spring specific