Gradyful Charters

Pompano Beach, Florida
Mahi Mahi Fishing in Pompano Beach, Florida

About Your Guide

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Shawn Safris

Independent Guide 36 years of exp.
Captain Shawn is often found guiding his friends and clients through the beautiful waters of South Florida. Captain Shawn is known for his obsession for catching fish, ocean conservation and most notably his sense of humor.

Each trip with his charter in Pompano, Florida is a unique experience in a friendly atmosphere, that will leave you with lifelong memories. You will be fishing aboard a spacious 31 ft Rampage powered by twin Yanmar diesel inboard motors for speed. It can comfortably take up to 6 anglers and is rigged with a fully air-conditioned cabin, stand-up bathroom, outriggers and top-notch navigational electronics, such as a GPS, a fish finder, surround sound speakers and a VHF radio.

Each trip with his charters can be customized to suit your needs and wishes. You can fish inshore, nearshore, the wrecks, reefs, offshore, or see what is biting off South Florida’s pristine waters.

Captain Shawn is amazing at a wide range of fishing techniques, such as light and heavy tackle, drift fishing, jigging, popping, kite fishing, spinning, trolling, and bottom fishing.

On a day out...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Shawn Safris

Shawn Safris

Independent Guide 36 years of exp.
Captain Shawn is often found guiding his friends and clients through the beautiful waters of South Florida. Captain Shawn is known for his obsession for catching fish, ocean conservation and most notably his sense of humor.

Each trip with his charter in Pompano, Florida is a unique experience in a friendly atmosphere, that will leave you with lifelong memories. You will be fishing aboard a spacious 31 ft Rampage powered by twin Yanmar diesel inboard motors for speed. It can comfortably take up to 6 anglers and is rigged with a fully air-conditioned cabin, stand-up bathroom, outriggers and top-notch navigational electronics, such as a GPS, a fish finder, surround sound speakers and a VHF radio.

Each trip with his charters can be customized to suit your needs and wishes. You can fish inshore, nearshore, the wrecks, reefs, offshore, or see what is biting off South Florida’s pristine waters.

Captain Shawn is amazing at a wide range of fishing techniques, such as light and heavy tackle, drift fishing, jigging, popping, kite fishing, spinning, trolling, and bottom fishing.

On a day out
with his charter, you will get an opportunity to learn about the local species and where to find them. Captain Shawn is great with kids, as well as with anglers of all ages and experience.

Whether it’s your first time on the water or you are an occasional fisherman or even a pro – each trip you choose will be an eventful and memorable experience.
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Pompano Beach

All Day Pompano Slam

100% (2)
33 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,100
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Fishing in Destin
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Nearshore Fishing Charter in Pompano Beach

Pompano Beach Slam

100% (2)
31 ft 1 - 6 People From $900
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Pompano Beach

4 Hour Private

100% (2)
33 ft 1 - 12 People From $800

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Recent Reviews of Gradyful Charters

5.0
based on 2 reviews

David

Verified Review

The trip was phenomenal!!!! We started catching fish with in 10 minutes of getting in open water. We hooked a sailfish that was over 3 1/2 feet long also Award winning tuna over 25 pounds. This was a great trip. Captain and mates were great wanted to know what we wanted out of trip and shared experiences , and they delivered. Thanks again we are setting another tour for sure thank you again.

David

Verified Review

The trip was phenomenal!!!! We started catching fish with in 10 minutes of getting in open water. We hooked a sailfish that was over 3 1/2 feet long also Award winning tuna over 25 pounds. This was a great trip. Captain and mates were great wanted to know what we wanted out of trip and shared experiences , and they delivered. Thanks again we are setting another tour for sure thank you again.
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Josh

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For first timers it was a great experience! Captain Shawn and Blake took good care of us and made sure we were able to get in some fish! I would definitely do it again!

Josh

Verified Review

For first timers it was a great experience! Captain Shawn and Blake took good care of us and made sure we were able to get in some fish! I would definitely do it again!
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Potential Target Species

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Amberjack
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Blackfin Tuna
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Great
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Gag Grouper
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
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Good
Good
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Goliath Grouper
Good
Good
Great
Great
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Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Kingfish
Good
Good
Great
Great
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Good
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Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Lane Snapper
Good
Good
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Good
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Great
Good
Good
Good
Mahi Mahi
Great
Great
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Great
Great
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Great
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Good
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Great
Mutton Snapper
Good
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Great
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Good
Permit
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
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Good
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Great
Red Grouper
Good
Good
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Great
Good
Good
Good
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Good
Good
Sailfish
Good
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Great
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Great
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Good
Tarpon
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
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Good
Good
Great
Great
Wahoo
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
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Yellowtail Snapper
Good
Good
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Great
Good
Good
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Good
Not Ideal
Good
Good
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Jigging
Kite Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Types of Fishing

Deep Sea
Nearshore

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4 hour private
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