Guide:

About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Captain Joe charters out of Hawks Nest Resort and Marinas in the Bahamas from April-May.

Hawks Nest Resort and Marina, which offers very nice beachfront cottages, dining facilities, a clubhouse, a freshwater pool, and a modern 28-slip marina facility. Hawk’s Nest Marina is conveniently located on the Southwest corner of Cat Island, approximately 300 miles southeast of Fort Lauderdale and 140 miles southeast of Nassau. The marina facility, which is entered via a natural creek on the island's leeward side, is extremely well protected, experiencing virtually no surge commonly found in other Bahamas.

Cat Island Fishing is all about structure, structure, and more structure! From the marina, the drop-off is 100 yards! Depending on sea conditions and the bite, the lines can literally be dropped once you’ve cleared the entrance to the marina. Prominent “hot spots” such as Tartar Bank, a sea mount rising up from the depths of over 3000ft, to a peak of 80ft, is 4 miles from Hawk’s Nest, and Columbus Point, off the South East corner of Cat Island, is 14 miles.

We invite you to come enjoy our Bahamas charter boats, and have the Cat Island Bahamas Fishing experience of a lifetime!

Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Air Conditioning

This boat has air conditioning.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 14 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

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Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours
1 Person	$2,800.00
2 People	$2,800.00
3 People	$2,800.00
4 People	$2,800.00
5 People	$2,800.00
6 People	$2,800.00

Pay 50% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

Joe T.

Outfitter

Comfortable

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Expert Oriented

Quality

Hello I'm Joseph, captain and owner. We have been fishing in the Southern Bahamas for over 20 years and specialize in targeting all pelagic species as well as bottom fishing and deep dropping . We typically start in San Salvador targeting giant wahoo in February and March and the Cat Island for sailfish , marlin and dolphin . We look forward to hearing from you about your next Bahamas adventure

About Your Guide

Joe T.

Outfitter

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

680 lb bluefin

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fish

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

680 lb bluefin

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fish

What’s your favorite band?

Pearl Jam

What’s your favorite movie?

Beautiful girls

What’s your favorite sports team?

Eagles

What’s your drink of choice?

Kalik

What was your last halloween costume?

None

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Happy kids

How did you get started guiding?

Friends

What makes you different from other guides?

Attention to detail

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Start Location & Lodging Options

McQueen's Settlement, Cat Island, The Bahamas

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Cat Island Bahamas Sportfishing Packages

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Gwaltney Custom Carolina
Year Built: 2000
Boat Length: 55'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Gwaltney Custom Carolina
Year Built: 2000
Boat Length: 55'
Total Horsepower: 1600
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: A 2000 55 ’ Gwaltney Custom Carolina Built Sportfish. This boat is fast, clean, and super nice. Carolina Boats are known for their bow flare, sharp entries and great rides. She performs beautifully on the sea and has been know to raise a billfish or two over the course of her years of Fishing in New Jersey, and the Bahamas. This boat will get the job done in style. This vessel is equipped with a release fighting chair, fully air conditioned salon and sleeping quarters, TV, DVD, Stereo, VCR, Eskimo Ice Machine, Water Maker, Custom Mezzanine Seating and MUCH MUCH MORE!

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Air Conditioning

This boat has air conditioning.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 14 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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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
Cut Bait Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

All rods, reels, and tackle are included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any gear of your own you want to use on the trip.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

This trip is managed by an outfitter. Joe will be your point of contact and you will go out with one of their guides.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, bait, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.