Frequently Asked Questions

Can we keep the fish if we catch one?

Absolutely. We will fillet it for you so you can take it home and enjoy it with your friends and family!
When is the best time of the year to catch swordfish?

Here in South Florida, we can fish for and catch swordfish year-round. Swordfish are migratory species, and they continue to migrate through South Florida.
Do you catch swordfish on every trip?

No. We usually average one fish per trip, but we have had trips with zero fish and trips with multiple fish.
How long are the swordfish trips?

We usually fish 8-10 hours a day.
How many rods will we fish while sword fishing?

We fish with 2 rods almost always. If conditions are not favorable, we might just go to one rod so we can really ensure we have the best possible chance to land a swordfish.
Do you catch anything else while sword fishing?

Yes. Mahi-Mahi is a very common by catch on the sword grounds in the spring and summer. We also catch various bottom species, like Pomfret, while sword fishing. We like to head straight out to the sword grounds and fish for swords as long as we can to give you the highest chance of landing a swordfish. While sword fishing, we can flatline a bait out of the back of the boat for any Mahi-Mahi swimming by and we can jig or toss bait out to fish swimming by with spinners.
What baits will we use to target swordfish?

We like to use a mixture of artificial and natural baits.
How deep do you fish for swordfish?

We can fish anywhere from 1200’ to 2000’ of water targeting swordfish.
How far do we travel to get to the swordfish grounds?

We will travel anywhere between 20-45 miles one way to get to desired spot. While we are fishing, we will be monitoring bait on the screen, and we may move from one area if there is no bait and travel to another area where we can mark bait on the bottom to increase the chances of landing a swordfish.
What should we bring on our trip?

Bring snacks, water, soda, sunblock, foul weather gear, sneakers or closed toe shoes and a camera to capture all the incredible memories you will make. You can also bring a small cooler, if you do not have a cooler, you can place your drinks in our cooler.
Do I tip after the charter?

Yes, a 20% tip is customary on fishing charters.
When is the best time of the year for bottom fishing?

Here in South Florida, we can bottom fish year round. Different species have different months where they are more abundant. The key for bottom fishing is having good current flow to ensure the baits are presented well on the bottom of the sea floor and that the chum effectively travels through the water.
How long are the bottom fishing trips?

We offer a full day and a half day option to our guests.
What should we bring on our trip?

Bring snacks, water, soda, sunblock, foul weather gear, sneakers or closed toe shoes and a camera to capture all the incredible memories you will make. You can also bring a small cooler, if you do not have a cooler, you can place your drinks in our cooler.
Can we keep the fish that we catch?

Absolutely. We will fillet it for you so you can take it home and enjoy it with your friends and family! These trips produce excellent eating fish. If you decide you want to take some to a restaurant for them to cook for your family, we will fillet them and have them ready for you to take!
How far do we travel to get to the bottom fishing spots?

The travel will vary depending on the time of year, conditions and what fish we are targeting. We may travel anywhere from 10-30 miles depending on where we are going and what we are going after.
What baits will we use to target these fish?

We like to use a mixture of artificial and natural baits along with a lot of chum to get the feeding frenzy going.
Do I tip after the charter?

Yes, a 20% tip is customary on fishing charters.
How many rods will we fish while bottom fishing?

We like to set up two people targeting yellowtail snappers by flatlining baits out of the stern of the boat and then we will set up anywhere from two – six heavier tackle rods with larger baits on the sea floor targeting larger snapper and grouper.
What can we expect to catch?

On the reef trips, we can expect to catch a very wide array of top water fish such as tuna, mackerel, king mackerel, mahi-mahi, and a variety of snapper and groupers. On these trips we really like to focus on bottom fishing to give our guests great fighting fish that make for excellent table fair.
What if we are new to fishing and want to learn what we need to do to catch these fish with our family? Can we learn the techniques?

Absolutely. Captain Pedro will teach you what you need to do to be able to go out and catch these fish. Fishing and time spent on the water creates many fond memories with family and friends. Captain Pedro has spent a lifetime creating these memories with family, friends and guests and would love nothing more than to teach new fishermen wanting to create these memories with their families and friends. Whatever questions you may have, ask Captain Pedro.
How deep do you fish for bottom fish?

We can fish anywhere from 30' to 300’ targeting bottom fish.