Mistakes In Choosing A Charter

1. Opting for a Half-Day Charter: Far too often, amateur and novice fishermen decide to take a half day charter without really knowing what to expect.  In order to give yourself and your captain time to locate and grab the best beast in the ocean, you should plan on a full day or even multiple day trip with the same boat to really get the full fishing experience you are looking for.  Depending on your expectations of the trip, 4 and 6 hour charters are still popular and a great deal, but with a limited amount of fishing time, not everyone has the luck of snagging a trophy fish in only a couple hours.
2. Picking the Cheapest Boat: As with most things in life, you get what you pay for.  It’s worth it to pay a little extra for a fishing charter that is reputable with a friendly and knowledgeable staff.  Do they have a nice website with a lot of pictures of successful fishing trips?  Are they on Tripadvisor or are there reviews for the business online?  Most charters in the same area are competitive and fairly equal in price, but you’re definitely better off for planning to save a little extra and pay for a better experience. Read more….