Chartering a Deep Sea Fishing Boat

If you’re coming from our nearby areas of Tampa, Orlando, Sanford, Kissimmee, Daytona, Sebastian Inlet, Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral or traveling from around the country to find a charter boat, welcome to our information page. For many people, a fishing charter is a new and mystifying experience. Chartering a professional can be the best and most economical way to enjoy Florida’s incredible fishing opportunities.

There are two popular ways to charter a professional out of Port Canaveral and we can help you find the right option. There is the popular choice of going aboard the party fishing vessel and there is the private charter boat option where you select your own boat and captain.

1) The Party Fishing Vessel

• Most economical way to go deep sea fishing
• Great for individuals to get out on the water
• Accommodates parties of up to 50 people
• Air Conditioned Galley
• Rod, Tackle and Bait Included
• Restrooms on board

The Ocean Obsession fishing charter boat provides full day, half day and specialty night fishing trips out of Port Canaveral, Florida. It’s a pretty simple process, call ahead for reservations. Call to ensure your trip is running.

What to bring on the Party Boat

• Sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, a hat and hand towel
• Lightweight long sleeve shirts offer the best protection in the Florida sun
• Take Dramamine an hour before you get on the boat (if worried about seasickness)
• Wear nonskid shoes with good traction

Optional Items to Bring

• A small soft cooler you can carry with one hand or over the shoulder
• Some people prefer their own equipment, you can bring your own rod, spinning real and Sabiki rigs
• A tip for the Mates, 15% to 20% is customary
• Camera or smartphone to document your trip, keep them in waterproof bags

If you forget anything … No worries, Sunrise Fish Dive Surf has everything you need for a fun day on the water.

Captain’s Suggestions

For the seasoned fisherman who would like to bring extra tackle, we have the following suggestions:

Recommended Tackle for those who bring their own bottom fishing rod:

• 60# Test line and leader line options
• 3 oz. to 8 oz. Lead for various currents
• 5/0, 6/0 or 8/0 Hooks recommended (We use Mustad #92671)

Recommended Tackle for those who bring their own top water rod:

• A medium to stiff 7′ ft. spinning rod with a good reel
• 30# test line
• Rigged for kingfish, cobia, dolphin and other top water species
• You may wish to use a float line set up
• Suggested lure for Cobia: Captain Troy Cobia jig

2) The Private Charter Boat

• Fast boats to get you fishing quickly
• Offers deep sea fishing along with sports fishing, sight fishing and trolling
• More variety of fish are caught including bill fish species
• Dedicated captain to help you learn the equipment, feel the bite and land the fish
• Great for parties of 4 to 6 who want a personal experience on the water

Docked at Sunrise Marina are some of the best and most experienced Charter Boats and Captains located in Port Canaveral. All of our slips in front of Grills Seafood Deck & Tiki Bar have Charter Boats for hire. Our staff will give you recommendations based on the type of fishing you want to do, how many people are in your party and what conveniences you prefer on a Charter Boat.

Make your reservations as early as possible to ensure the desired date will be open. Most boats require a small deposit, in case of a “no show”, and that will hold your date. Inquire as to what is provided on your charter.

What to bring on a Private Charter

• Sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, a hat and hand towel
• Dress appropriately for going inshore or offshore, Fishing apparel is available for purchase on-site at Sunrise Fish Dive Surf
• Ask about the ocean conditions (follow the captain’s recommendations if you are worried about seasickness)
• Wear nonskid shoes with good traction
• Typically you bring your own food and drink, the charter provides the ice chest (check with your captain ahead of time)