Types of Fishing Boats in the Bahamas

Fishing in the Bahamas offers an experience of true paradise.

Few places in the world compare to the beauty and elegance of the Bahamas. Offering the unique experience of fishing in true paradise, chartering a fishing boat provides the safest and most authentic experience available. Whether offshore, light tackle or bonefishing, multiple boating choices exist depending on your budget and the size of your boating party.

Offshore Fishing Boats

Offshore fishing offers you a world class tournament style fishing experience. The 39-foot Defender Express contains three captain's chairs and room for sleeping four. This boat holds a maximum capacity of eight anglers. The 48-foot Chris Craft comes equipped with a large cockpit and a fighting chair. This boat also holds a maximum capacity of eight anglers. The 50-foot Hatteras comes equipped with two 600 horsepower engines, two private cabins and Penn International 2-Speed fishing reels.

Light Tackle Fishing Boats

Light tackle fishing allows you the dual benefit of catching some of the world's most exotic fish while at the same time observing countless reefs. The 39-foot Allman Sports Fisher--one of the best boats available for light tackle and deep sea fishing--comes equipped with a captain's chair, tuna tower, and holds a maximum of six anglers. The 46-foot Open Sportsfisher comes fully equipped with state-of-the-art electronics, a "V Berth" that accommodates two and All Penn International rods and reels. The 27-foot Boston Whaler contains twin 250 horsepower Evenrude engines, VHF Radio and GPS and is unsinkable.

Bonefishing Boats

Bonefishing--the most popular type of fishing in the Bahamas--offers a great challenge to any angler. The 21-foot Action Craft comes equipped with rods, reels and bait, fly rods and holds a maximum of two anglers. The 21-foot B2 by Beavertail moves smoothly through shallow waters, holds up to two anglers, and comes equipped with rods, reels and bait. The 17-foot Maverick comes equipped with fly rods, tackle, and also allows for bottom fishing in addition to bonefishing.

References

• Fish in the Bahamas: Bahamas Fishing Charters