Where do we meet for the trip?

Meeting point is Blue Haven Marina, Marina Road, Leeward Settlement; your captain will greet you at the dock.

How long is the trip?

Choose between 4- and 6-hour options; the operator will confirm your preferred duration at booking.

Is fishing gear provided?

Most charters provide rods, reels, and basic tackle; check with the operator if you prefer to bring personal gear.

Are there age restrictions?

The listing does not specify age limits; confirm directly with the operator for minors and child safety arrangements.

Do I need a fishing license?

Visitors on organized charters usually do not need a separate license, but local regulations and size limits apply and will be reviewed by your captain.

What species might we catch?

Expect reef species like snapper and grouper and pelagics such as mahi-mahi, tuna, and wahoo when conditions align.

Trolling and Bottom Fishing off Providenciales — Blue Haven Marina Charters

When your boat slips away from Blue Haven Marina on Providenciales, the water tells you exactly why anglers return to the Turks and Caicos. This fishing trip - offered from Blue Haven Marina, Marina Road, Leeward Settlement - runs in 4- and 6-hour options and pairs patient technique with the island's explosive blue-water life. Whether you choose trolling along the drop-off or bottom-fishing over coral heads, the day unfolds around the Caicos Bank: a broad limestone shelf that shelves quickly into deep blue and creates dramatic feeding edges where gamefish gather. The trip fits groups up to 10, with six anglers included in the posted price. Your captain will meet you at the dock, walk you through the plan, and set expectations before the engine turns over - everything from target species to bite windows. Expect to fish over seagrass flats for bonefish and permit nearshore, then move to reef ledges and the shelf for snapper, grouper, and the occasional mahi-mahi, tuna, or wahoo when the currents line up. The local marine geology shapes the action. Hard coral heads rise from sandy basins, and ledges scar the edge of the bank, offering structure for ambush predators. You'll see sea turtles cruising, spotted eagle rays gliding, and pods of bottlenose dolphins riding the bow wake. The combination of shallow flats, fringing reef, and sudden drop-offs makes Providenciales a uniquely varied angling ground - one day you may be fighting a grouper on braided line, the next you've got a featherweight tuna on light tackle. Why book here? Launching from Blue Haven Marina places you close to some of the most productive water on the island without long transit times. The operation focuses on adaptable trips - trolling when pelagics are present, anchoring and jigging when structure holds fish. It's a fast way to sample Turks and Caicos' marine ecology and come away with a story and a fresh catch. Practical details: bring reef-safe sunscreen, tackle-appropriate clothing, and a camera for the reef edge. There are no required licenses for visitors on organized charters, but local regulations and size limits apply; your captain will clarify catch rules during check-in. If you want a quieter day, pick a morning departure - conditions often calm and light plays best for surface action. For an afternoon push, the light and color over the bank can be spectacular. Local operators are part of a small fleet that keeps pressure low on nearshore fisheries; guides know where reefs recover and which zones to give a season. Onboard instruction makes this a great trip for anglers learning to cast, rig live bait, or read a line. Bring a cooler for a catch to take fish to shore, but always confirm what the captain allows before you leave the dock.

About ABI Luxury Boat Charters

ABI Luxury Boat Charters is a boat charter operator based in Leeward Settlement, Caicos Islands. The company specializes in a range of day and multi-stop charters serving Providenciales and neighboring cays. Trip offerings include Full Day Cruise Providenciales, Half Day Cruise Providenciales, Quarter Day Cruise Providenciales, Sunset Cruise Providenciales, Trolling or Bottom Fishing Providenciales, West Caicos Full Day, North and Middle Caicos Full Day, and French Cay Full Day.

Each itinerary emphasizes marine and island experiences that match the trip length: snorkeling along vibrant coral and the world’s third-largest barrier reef, swimming near sea turtles and small shipwrecks, island hopping to wildlife sites like Iguana Island and Water Cay, and stopping at scenic sand bars and beaches. The Full Day Cruise includes island stops and a beach barbecue with fresh seafood and tropical drinks. The Quarter Day Cruise notes included refreshments such as rum punch, rum and coke, sodas, or orange juice. The Sunset Cruise follows Grace Bay beach and visits Leeward Canal and the lively Sand Bar.

Specific full-day routes travel farther across the Caicos Bank: West Caicos Full Day features Pirate Cove cliff jumping and snorkeling at Wall Drop and Shipwreck; North and Middle Caicos Full Day visits Flamingo Park, Indian Cove, Mudjin Harbor, Bambarra Beach, and caves; French Cay Full Day focuses on reef snorkeling and a bird sanctuary. The Trolling or Bottom Fishing option includes a pre-trip conversation with the captain to outline trip details.

ABI Luxury Boat Charters is featured on The Adventure Collective and operates from Leeward Settlement, offering clear itinerary descriptions for guests planning snorkeling, fishing, island-hopping, or sunset excursions.

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