Extended Half Day Offshore Fishing Charter
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
Sixhour offshore charter targeting kingfish, tuna, wahoo, and mahimahiBottom fishing over reefs and wrecks for snapper and grouperAll gear, bait, and fishing license included for four guests
Picture this: it's dawn in Dania Beach, and you're heading out on a top-rated 6-hour offshore fishing adventure that'll have you pulling in everything from screaming kingfish to trophy grouper. This isn't your typical inshore trip – we're talking about hitting the deep blue where the big boys live. Legasea Life LLC knows these waters like the back of their hand, and they've got the perfect setup for up to 4 anglers ready to experience world-class fishing just minutes from shore. Whether you're a seasoned pro or getting your feet wet with offshore fishing, this charter delivers the kind of action that keeps anglers coming back season after season.
Your day kicks off early at Dania Beach, where the Gulf Stream runs closer to shore than almost anywhere else on the East Coast. That means less travel time and more lines in the water – exactly what you want on a half-day trip. The captain starts by running out to prime trolling grounds, usually within 3-5 miles of the inlet, where the color change and current breaks hold baitfish and the predators that follow them. You'll spend the first part of your trip pulling spreads for pelagics like mahi, kingfish, and tuna before transitioning to bottom fishing over structure. The crew handles all the rigging switches, so you stay focused on what matters – fighting fish. Every trip includes all tackle, bait, and your Florida fishing license, plus the boat's equipped with quality Penn and Shimano gear that can handle whatever decides to eat your offering.
The beauty of this charter lies in the variety of fishing methods you'll experience in one trip. We start with high-speed trolling using ballyhoo, cedar plugs, and spoons in a spread designed to cover water and trigger aggressive strikes from kingfish, wahoo, and mahi. The captain reads the water, looking for weed lines, color changes, and bird activity that signals baitfish concentrations. Once the trolling bite slows or you've had your fill of the surface action, it's time to switch gears and drop down to the bottom. Dania's offshore waters are loaded with natural reefs, artificial reefs, and wrecks that hold snapper and grouper year-round. The crew rigs up with circle hooks, knocker rigs, and enough weight to stay connected to bottom in 80-120 feet of water. Live bait, cut bait, and pinfish all get their turn depending on what the fish are telling us they want that day.
Mutton snapper are the crown jewel of South Florida bottom fishing, and Dania Beach sits right in the heart of their range. These beautiful fish with their distinctive red coloring and yellow fins typically run 3-8 pounds, though the occasional teenager shows up to test your drag. They're structure-oriented fish that love hanging around the edges of reefs and wrecks, usually in 60-100 feet of water. Muttons are notorious for their finicky feeding habits – they'll inspect your bait like they're buying a car, which makes hooking one that much more satisfying. Peak season runs from late spring through early fall, when they're most active and feeding heavily before their winter migration to deeper water.
Blackfin tuna are the workhorses of offshore fishing here, providing consistent action when conditions line up. These compact speedsters rarely exceed 15 pounds but make up for size with attitude – they'll scream drag and test your stamina every time. Blackfins travel in schools and feed heavily on small baitfish, making them perfect targets for both trolling and live bait fishing. They're most active during temperature breaks and current edges, exactly the kind of water structure you'll find just offshore from Dania. While they're around year-round, the best action typically happens from late fall through early spring when cooler water temperatures concentrate baitfish and predators.
Red grouper represent the classic bottom fishing experience that brings anglers back trip after trip. These reef dwellers typically weigh 5-15 pounds and live in rocky bottom and ledge areas where they ambush passing prey. What makes them special is their fighting style – they'll try to get back to their hole the second they feel the hook, resulting in bulldogging fights that'll make your arms burn. Red grouper are excellent table fare, which adds to their appeal, and they're generally easier to find than their larger gag grouper cousins. They bite year-round but tend to be most active during cooler months when they move into slightly shallower water to feed.
King mackerel, or "smokers" as locals call them, are the drag-screaming stars of the trolling spread. These silver missiles can exceed 30 pounds in local waters and are famous for their blistering initial runs that can peel off 100 yards of line before you blink. Kings are structure-oriented but highly mobile, following bait schools and temperature breaks throughout their range. They're particularly active around artificial reefs and wrecks where they patrol the edges looking for easy meals. The bite typically peaks from late fall through early spring, coinciding with their annual migration along the coast. Landing a king on light tackle is a customer favorite experience that combines speed, power, and the chance for a true trophy fish.
Mahi-mahi, also called dolphinfish, are the most colorful and acrobatic fish you'll encounter on this charter. These golden-green beauties are known for their spectacular jumps and rapid color changes when hooked, creating the kind of visual excitement that makes for great photos and better memories. Mahi are pelagic fish that relate to floating structure like weed lines, debris, and temperature breaks, making them perfect targets for trolling operations. They typically range 10-25 pounds in local waters, though smaller schoolie-sized fish often travel together. While they're more common during warmer months, mahi can show up year-round when conditions are right, particularly after storms that concentrate
Hit the deep waters of Dania Beach aboard this fast 24' Cobia center console. Twin 150HP Yamaha engines push you to the fishing grounds at 50 knots, getting your group of up to 4 anglers to where the fish are biting. Built in 2020, this boat handles offshore conditions with ease while you troll for kingfish, tuna, wahoo, and mahi-mahi. When it's time to work the reefs and wrecks, the fish finder helps locate bottom species like snapper and grouper. The center console design gives everyone room to fight fish, while the icebox keeps your catch fresh and drinks cold during the 6-hour trip. GPS navigation ensures smooth runs to productive spots, and there's even a head onboard for comfort. Perfect setup for serious offshore fishing in South Florida waters.
Thunnus AtlanticusBlackfin tuna are the perfect offshore target for anglers wanting fast action and great eating fish. These smaller tunas typically run 10-20 pounds but pack serious speed and fight hard for their size. We find them in open water from 100-400 feet deep, often schooling with skipjacks near temperature breaks and current edges. Fall through spring gives us our best blackfin fishing here off Dania Beach, when water temps are in that sweet 70-75 degree range. What guests love about blackfins is their willingness to bite and that classic tuna power - they'll make multiple screaming runs that'll test your drag. Plus, their dark red meat is perfect for searing or sushi. Pro tip from years out here: scale down your leader to 30-pound fluorocarbon and use smaller 5/0 circle hooks. These fish have sharp eyes, and that lighter tackle will get you way more bites when they're being finicky.
Scomberomorus CavallaKing mackerel, or "kings" as we call them, are pure adrenaline on the end of your line. These speed demons typically run 15-30 pounds, with occasional giants pushing 50+. We troll for them in 40-150 feet of water along temperature breaks, current edges, and structure where baitfish concentrate. Best action happens fall through spring when water temps drop into the 70s and kings move closer to shore. What makes them special is that lightning-fast initial run - they'll scream off 200 yards of line before you know what hit you. Plus, they're fantastic eating when prepared right, though the bigger ones can have higher mercury levels. King fishing really heats up around here from October through March. Pro tip: always use a wire leader and rig two hooks on your bait - one through the nose and a trailing treble hook. Kings love to bite the tail section of live baits, so that stinger hook back there will save you a lot of missed fish.
Coryphaena HippurusMahi mahi are hands down one of the most exciting fish we target on our offshore runs. These golden beauties average 15-25 pounds but can reach 50+ when we find the right schools. Look for them around floating debris, weedlines, and current breaks in blue water from 100-1000 feet deep. Spring through fall gives us our best mahi fishing when they follow the warm water north. What guests love most is watching these fish light up in amazing colors when hooked - brilliant golds, greens, and blues that change like a light show. They're also fantastic fighters that jump and make strong runs, plus the meat is absolutely delicious with that mild, sweet flavor. Here's a tip that'll put more mahi in the boat: when you hook one, leave it in the water for a few minutes while rigging fresh baits. Mahi are schooling fish, and that hooked fish will often keep the rest of the school around the boat, giving you shots at multiple fish.
Lutjanus AnalisMutton snappers are some of the prettiest fish we target on our bottom fishing runs. These olive-colored beauties with their distinctive blue streaks under the eyes typically run 15-20 inches, though we occasionally hook into bigger specimens pushing 30+ inches. You'll find them hanging around our local reefs and wrecks in 80-200 feet of water, especially where there's good structure and current flow. They're active year-round here in South Florida, but fall and winter months tend to produce the best action. What makes muttons special is their combination of solid fights and exceptional table fare - they're arguably one of the best eating snappers out there. Here's a local tip: use the freshest bait you can get and fish it light on a knocker rig. Let that bait drift naturally in the current, and when you feel that distinctive mutton bite, don't horse them up too fast or they'll wrap you in the structure below.
Epinephelus MorioRed grouper are the bread and butter of our bottom fishing game, and for good reason. These rusty-red bruisers average 5-15 pounds but can push 40+ on a good day. We target them around rocky bottom, ledges, and wrecks in 60-200 feet of water where they like to hole up and ambush prey. Year-round fishing is solid, but avoid January through April when they're spawning and protected. What makes reds special is that perfect combination of a tough fight and some of the best eating you'll find - firm, white, flaky meat with a slightly sweet taste. They'll test your tackle once hooked, diving straight for structure to try and break you off. Here's the key: come prepared with heavy enough gear and don't give them an inch once you set the hook. Use fresh shrimp or crab on a sturdy bottom rig, and be ready for that classic grouper head shake when they grab your bait.
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