There are many excellent Grand Cayman fishing charters. Most charter captains have been on the island for years, have fished their entire lives, and are highly experienced charter boat operators. They know the waters and techniques for any fish species you want to target. Nearly all offer full-day or half-day charters.
A little planning will help you get the most from your Grand Cayman fishing charter experience. If you are traveling to the island during the high season, it is essential to book early for the best selection of charters. The high season is generally from November thru May. July and August are also busy times in Grand Cayman. Reserving early is especially important if you plan to fish over the hectic weeks around Christmas, New Year’s, and the school vacation.
Fishcaymanislands.com only works with the best fishing charters! fishcaymanislands.com works directly with our fishing charters and fishing guides. Unlike other booking sites, fishcaymanislands.com chooses the fishing charters on our site. Other sites allow just about any fishing charter to list regardless of experience. We know each captain, crew, boat, and what makes each special. We have fished with them all. Fishcaymanislands.com only works with the best, most experienced charters.
Fishcaymanislands.com will help you to find the best charter for your group. Our Grand Cayman fishing charters are excellent at providing a great deep-sea fishing experience. Take some time to read the Charter profiles and watch their videos. The videos will give you a good sense of the captain, his passion for fishing, and his personality. We know that every group is different. Age, fishing experience, group size, and expectations differ. Send us a note, and we will help you select the best charter for your group.
A bigger boat is generally better for providing a smoother ride and more room for deep-sea fishing. Most parties will be best served by a 28’ or larger boat. If four or more people are fishing, choose a vessel with plenty of room at the stern (rear) to fish. If you plan to go to 12 Mile Bank for a ½ or ¾ day trip, you should consider a faster boat to get you to the fishing grounds quicker and allow for more time to fish. Most boats will fish 3-6 lines depending on the species targeted.
No matter the size or type of boat, be assured all of the charters on fishcayamislands.com maintains their boats in top condition. The boats are clean, comfortable, have a working bathroom, and have all the required safety gear. All the boats on fishcaymanislands.com have regular inspections by the marine tourism authorities. In addition, they are insured as a charter vessel and have the necessary permits.
Deep-sea fishing may seem expensive. Consider the cost of fuel, bait, ice, fishing gear, maintenance, dockage, soft drinks, a mate, and the captain’s time, and you will begin to understand why. Many charters will also arrange transportation to and from the dock if needed. The only additional expense is the gratuities.
Full-day fishing charters are usually eight hours dock to dock, and half-day charters are four hours. Most charters can handle 4-6 guests. Half-day rates generally range from $750 – $1100. Full-day rates usually start at $1300 and go up from there. Rising fuel costs have driven the price a bit higher in some cases.
Booking a fishing charter in the Cayman Islands is like most things; you get what you pay for. While booking a charter at the higher end of the price range will not guarantee catching lots of fish, it will get you a great boat and captain that will extend great effort to ensure an excellent experience. With some lower-priced charters and less experienced captains, you are getting a 4-hour boat ride, dragging a few lines around the island and hoping to get lucky. Deep-Sea fishing is not easy. The experience and effort of the captain do matter. It is better to pay a little more for a better experience.
Your captain wants to make sure you and your family have a great experience on the water. If you have a special request, let him know ahead of time. Trips booked through fishcaymanislands.com have a place for special requests or to ask questions. Requests can range from the type of fish you want to target, making a stop to snorkel at the reef, or input to what will be on board for refreshments. Whatever your request, let us know.
Another consideration is what happens to the catch. It is typical for the boat to keep some portion of the fish. If you would like to keep your haul, discuss this ahead of time with the captain. There are a few restaurants on the island that will cook your catch. If you are interested in doing this, you must plan to have a cooler to transport the fish and keep it cold. The captain or mate will be able to clean and fillet the fish for cooking.
If seasickness is a concern, take precautions! Don’t let seasickness ruin your trip. It is easy to prevent. You can take steps to avoid seasickness and things you can do if you start to feel yourself getting seasick.
Check the cancellation policy when booking a fishing charter in the Cayman Islands. All the Fishing Charters on fishcaymanislands.com offer a full refund for trips canceled at least 24 hours before the trip start. Bad weather is the most common cause of cancellations. It is bad form and costly for the charter to cancel because someone partied too hard the night before.
