Blue Water Day Trip | 8 HR Private Charter
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
8hour private Atlantic offshore fishing adventure for 3 guestsTarget wahoo, tuna, mahimahi, snapper at deep water locationsIncludes experienced captain, guide, photos, videos, and refreshments
Picture this: you're 20+ miles offshore, engines humming as we cruise toward the deep blue Atlantic where the big boys live. This isn't your typical nearshore trip – we're talking serious blue water fishing where the action happens fast and the fish fight hard. With Life Below The Surface Charters, you'll spend eight full hours targeting some of the ocean's most prized species in waters that drop thousands of feet below your boots. This private charter keeps things intimate with just three anglers max, so you'll get personalized attention and plenty of room to work when that reel starts screaming.
We'll be hitting the offshore highway where pelagic species cruise year-round, hunting the same baitfish we'll be imitating. Our captain knows these waters like his backyard – every hump, ledge, wreck, and FAD that holds fish. The boat's rigged with top-shelf tackle and we'll have multiple lines working different depths and presentations. Expect to see flying fish scatter as we approach productive water, and don't be surprised when we mark massive schools of bait on the fish finder. The Atlantic's continental shelf creates an underwater landscape that funnels fish through specific corridors, and we'll position ourselves right in their path. Between the action, you'll have cold drinks and snacks to keep your energy up, plus our crew captures photos and videos so you can relive every moment.
We run a spread of five to seven lines using a mix of high-speed trolling lures, ballyhoo rigs, and live bait when conditions call for it. The outriggers keep our lines separated while we pull cedar plugs, skirted ballyhoo, and diving plugs at speeds between 6-12 knots depending on what we're targeting. When we hit structure like underwater humps or FADs, we'll often slow down and work jigs or live bait in the strike zone. The boat's equipped with 30-80 pound class tackle, and we'll match your gear to the target species – lighter stuff for mahi and heavier rods for the big tuna and wahoo. Circle hooks are standard for conservation, and we'll walk you through proper fighting techniques so you can boat your fish efficiently. GPS and fish finder technology help us locate temperature breaks, weed lines, and structure that concentrate baitfish.
Goliath Grouper are the giants of the reef, and when you hook one of these bruisers, you'll know it immediately. These fish can exceed 400 pounds and will test every ounce of your strength and the boat's anchor system. They're year-round residents around deeper wrecks and ledges, often holding tight to structure before making powerful runs toward the bottom. The fight is pure muscle – no fancy jumps, just raw power that'll leave your arms burning. Most anglers consider landing a goliath grouper a bucket-list achievement.
Yellowcheek Wrasse might not be the biggest fish on our target list, but they're gorgeous reef dwellers that add variety to your catch. These colorful fish inhabit the same structures as our larger targets, often taking smaller baits intended for snapper. They're most active during daylight hours and put up a scrappy fight relative to their size. Their vibrant colors make for great photos, and they're excellent table fare when regulations allow harvest.
Mahi Mahi are every angler's favorite – they hit hard, jump like crazy, and their electric colors are absolutely stunning when they're fired up. We typically find them around floating debris, weed lines, or free-swimming in blue water from late spring through fall. When you find one mahi, there's usually more nearby, so we'll often circle back and work the area thoroughly. Their aerial displays are legendary, and a good-sized bull mahi will give you a fight you won't forget.
Wahoo are speed demons that'll make your drag sing like nothing else. These torpedo-shaped predators cruise the deep blue hunting ballyhoo and flying fish, often striking our high-speed trolling lures with incredible violence. A big wahoo can peel off 200 yards of line in seconds, and their razor-sharp teeth require wire leaders. They're most active during cooler months but can be caught year-round in deeper waters. The initial run is absolutely electric – pure speed that gets your heart pumping.
Red Snapper are the bread and butter of offshore structure fishing, holding around wrecks, reefs, and hard bottom in 80-200 feet of water. These smart fish require finesse – light leaders, fresh bait, and patience. They're notorious for testing your drag system with their bulldog fighting style, making long runs toward structure where they can cut you off. Peak season runs from late spring through early fall, and a cooler full of quality snappers makes for some of the best eating you'll find in the ocean.
Eight hours of private blue water fishing doesn't come around every day, especially with a crew that knows how to put you on fish consistently. The offshore bite changes with seasons, weather, and water temperature, but our experienced captain adapts tactics to match conditions and keep your lines tight. With only three spots available per trip, you'll have plenty of room to fight fish properly and enjoy personalized instruction from our crew. This isn't a cattle boat experience – it's premium offshore fishing designed for anglers who want to target trophy species in some of the Atlantic's most productive waters. Book your blue water adventure today and get ready to experience what serious offshore fishing is all about.
Our 22' center console Eduardono-style panga cuts through Puerto Rico's offshore waters with authority. This USCG-inspected fishing machine handles the Atlantic's deepest grounds where wahoo, tuna, and mahi-mahi cruise the blue water highways. The 70HP Yamaha pushes us to prime fishing spots at a steady 18 knots, while the Garmin GPS/fishfinder marks productive ledges and FADs. Built tough for these waters, she's equipped with VHF radio for safety, JL Audio for the ride out, and speargun racks for serious hunters. Perfect for targeting pelagics around offshore humps and wrecks where grouper and snapper stack up. With room for just 3 anglers, you'll have plenty of space to work big fish without crowding. Captain handles navigation to the hottest bite while you focus on hooking into rainbow runners, triggerfish, and whatever else is feeding in the deep blue.
Epinephelus ItajaraThese giants are the monsters of the reef - we're talking fish that can hit 8 feet and 800 pounds. You'll find them around our deeper wrecks and ledges, usually in 60-150 feet of water. They're protected, so it's strictly catch and release, but the experience is worth it. These bruisers will test every piece of your gear on that first run. They love structure and aren't shy about it - expect them to try bulldozing straight back to the wreck. Best fishing is during warmer months when they're more active. Bring heavy tackle - 80+ pound class minimum. My tip: anchor close enough to the structure to get their attention, but far enough to have a fighting chance of turning them before they cut you off on the reef.
Coryphaena HippurusMahi are the crown jewel of offshore fishing - fast-growing predators that average 15-30 pounds and put on a spectacular color show when hooked. Look for them under floating debris, weed lines, and around FADs in blue water. They travel in schools, so where you find one, there's usually more. Peak season runs spring through fall when water temps climb above 68 degrees. These fish hit hard and jump repeatedly, making for great photos and videos. The meat is top-shelf - firm, white, and mild-tasting. We troll at 8-12 knots with ballyhoo or colorful lures. Pro tip: when you hook one, leave it in the water while rigging another line - the hooked fish will often keep the school around, and you can double or triple up before they scatter.
Lutjanus CampechanusRed snapper are the classic bottom fish - averaging 1-2 feet and 5-10 pounds, though giants over 30 pounds still swim our deeper waters. They live around hard structure from 30-200+ feet, with the bigger fish holding in deeper spots. Season typically runs summer through early fall when regulations allow. These fish are pure fighters - they'll make strong runs toward structure trying to cut your line on rocks or wreck debris. The payoff is some of the best eating fish in the ocean - sweet, firm white meat that's perfect grilled or fried. Use heavy sinkers to get fresh cut bait or live pinfish down to them quickly. My advice: when you hook one, turn up the drag and horse them away from structure immediately - give them an inch and they'll wrap you up every time.
Acanthocybium SolandriWahoo are the speed demons of the deep - capable of hitting 60 mph and averaging 3-5 feet long. These torpedo-shaped predators cruise the blue water along drop-offs and around offshore structure. Peak season here is during the cooler months when they move closer to shore. They're prized for their blistering runs and excellent table fare - the meat is white, flaky, and mild. We high-speed troll at 12-15 knots with wire leaders since their razor-sharp teeth will slice through mono instantly. Bullet-head lures and rigged ballyhoo work best. One key tip: when you get a strike, don't slow the boat right away - keep trolling speed for a few seconds to set the hook properly, then gradually slow down. These fish have hard mouths and you need that speed to drive the hook home.
Halichoeres CyanocephalusThese colorful little reef fish are perfect for getting kids or new anglers started. They max out around 11 inches and have beautiful blue-green bodies with yellow markings. You'll spot them around coral heads and rocky bottoms in 65-300 feet, often cleaning parasites off bigger fish. They're year-round residents, but spring and summer give you the best action when they're most active. Light tackle is all you need - size 4 or 6 hooks work great. Fresh mussels or marine worms are your best bets for bait. Skip the shrimp - they'll just nibble it to pieces. These fish are curious and will come right up to investigate, making them great for underwater photos during our diving portions of the trip.
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