Private Charters for up to 6 Guests
Fishing Charters in Pompano Beach
Offshore, half-day, full-day and family fishing trips departing Hillsboro Inlet with USCG certified captains, a mate on every trip and all gear included.
Fresh off the Dock in Pompano Beach
The Best Boat Charter Services in the Pompano Beach Area
Don't Panic Sportfishing runs every kind of South Florida boat charter from our dock in Pompano Beach, from offshore fishing to evening cruises. Offshore deep sea fishing charters put your group on sailfish, mahi-mahi, kingfish, wahoo and blackfin tuna along the Gulf Stream edge, while half-day and full-day trips let you match the hours to your crew. Family fishing charters keep the rods light and the water calm for kids and first-timers, and Fort Lauderdale and Broward County sportfishing runs pick up anglers from every corner of the county.
Every charter is led by experienced, USCG certified captains who know these local waters, and our boats are comfortable, well equipped and carry up to 6 guests. We leave from Hillsboro Inlet, where the reef, the wrecks and the drop-off sit only 1 to 5 miles offshore, so the run past the jetties is short. Not sure what is biting? Browse the fish species we target off Pompano Beach and the peak season for each one.
Pick Your Fishing Charter
Offshore Deep Sea Fishing
Private offshore and deep sea fishing charters out of Hillsboro Inlet for up to 6 guests, with 2, 4, 6 hour and full-day trips aboard fully equipped sportfishing boats.
Pompano Beach Offshore & Deep Sea Fishing Charters
Half-Day Fishing Charters
A four-hour offshore trip from Pompano Beach with morning or afternoon departures, focused fishing 1 to 5 miles off Hillsboro Inlet, and plenty of day left when you get back.
Half-Day Fishing Charters in Pompano Beach
Full-Day Fishing Charters
An eight-hour offshore charter from Pompano Beach that gives the captain time to cover productive grounds, change tactics and target bigger fish as conditions shift through the day.
Full-Day Fishing Charters in Pompano Beach
Family Fishing Charters
Family-friendly fishing trips on calm South Florida water for all ages, where kids reel in snapper and grouper with easy gear, fitted life jackets and a patient crew.
Family Fishing Charters in South Florida
Fort Lauderdale Sportfishing
Join a private sportfishing charter for Fort Lauderdale anglers aboard a fully equipped 47-foot sportfisher for an action-packed day chasing pelagic game fish with seasoned local guides.
Offshore Sportfishing Charters in Fort Lauderdale
Broward County Offshore Fishing
Offshore charters for anglers anywhere in Broward County, departing Pompano Beach to fish the Edge, the wrecks and the Gulf Stream for sailfish, mahi, wahoo, tuna and more.
Offshore Fishing Charters in Broward CountyPrivate Charter Rates
Four, six or eight hours, always private, always up to 6 guests. Crew, licenses, rods, bait, ice and water are built into the rate, and a 20% tip for the mate is customary at the dock.
Want to compare dates before you commit? Ask Captain Ron about availability.
Why Anglers Book With Us
Two boats, one crew and more than 30 years of fishing these waters. Meet Don't Panic, our 47-foot Buddy Davis, and Don't Panic!!, the 42-foot Post sportfisher, then read why anglers rate the charter 5.0 stars on Google.
A 50-Ton USCG Master at the Helm
Captain Ron holds a 50-ton USCG Master license and has fished these waters for more than 30 years. Every trip carries a licensed captain and a working mate.
5.0 Stars on Google
Anglers keep rating the crew, the boats and the fishing five stars. First-timers and tournament regulars say the same thing: the crew works hard and the fish show up.
Fishing Grounds 1 to 5 Miles Out
Hillsboro Inlet sits on the edge of the Gulf Stream, so the run to the grounds is short instead of an hour-long ride.
Licenses, Gear and Bait Included
Fishing licenses, tournament-grade rods and reels, tackle, bait, ice and bottled water all come with the charter. You bring food, drinks and sunscreen.
A Mate on Every Trip
The mate rigs baits, sets the spread, gaffs fish, coaches new anglers and cleans your catch at the dock, so nobody in your group has to know how to do any of it.
A/C Salon and a Private Head
Both Don't Panic boats have an air-conditioned salon with couches, a galley and a private head with fresh water, so kids and non-anglers stay comfortable all day.
We pick up anglers from Boca Raton to Fort Lauderdale. Every city on our fishing charter service areas list sits within a short drive of the Hillsboro Inlet dock.
Cruises & Special Occasions
The same boats and crew also run relaxing sunset cruises along the Pompano Beach coastline, sandbar excursions, sightseeing tours, birthday and anniversary trips, and bachelor and bachelorette parties. Private cruises are $400 for the first 2 hours plus $200 for each additional hour, always for up to 6 guests, with two boats available for larger groups. Have a custom itinerary in mind? Contact the Pompano Beach dock and we will put one together.
Sunset Cruises
Private sunset cruises from Pompano Beach for up to 6 guests, with a complimentary welcome drink, coolers with ice, and a captain who knows where the evening light is best.
Sunset Boat Charters
Sandbar Excursions
Swim, float, and relax at the Fort Lauderdale or Boca Raton sandbar on a private 2, 4, or 6 hour trip. Groups of 7 to 12 can book both boats and raft up together.
Sandbar Excursions & Island Adventures
Tours & Special Occasions
Birthday parties, anniversaries, family reunions, New River sightseeing, and ashes at sea on a private Pompano Beach boat tour, from 2 hours to a full day.
Boat Tours, Trips & Special Occasions
Bachelor & Bachelorette Parties
Fun, safe bachelor and bachelorette party boat trips from Pompano Beach. Pick a 2-hour cruise, a sandbar run, a sunset trip, or a 6-hour fishing charter.
Bachelor & Bachelorette PartiesFishing Charter Questions
Booking, pricing and what to expect on the water.
Every trip is private with room for up to 6 guests. A 4-hour charter is $850, a 6-hour charter is $1,250, and a full 8-hour day is $1,600. The price covers the boat, captain, mate, licenses, tackle, bait, ice and bottled water.
Book online through our booking calendar, or send a fishing charter request form and Captain Ron will confirm your date. A 20% gratuity for the crew is customary.
Our half-day fishing charters in Pompano Beach run on two schedules. The morning trip departs at 7:00 AM, so please arrive by 6:45. The afternoon trip departs at 12:00 PM, with an 11:45 arrival.
Departures are near Hillsboro Inlet, and the fishing grounds sit just outside it.
Each boat carries up to 6 guests, and every fishing charter is private to your group. Both the 47-foot Buddy Davis and the 42-foot Post carry six guests plus the captain and mate.
Sandbar trips can run both boats together for up to 12 people. For a larger fishing group, call (954) 263-4648 and Captain Ron will work out the best way to get everyone on the water.
Yes. We welcome anglers from Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Deerfield Beach, Lighthouse Point and other Broward County cities. The boat departs from Pompano Beach near the Hillsboro Inlet, a short drive from all of them.
Our offshore sportfishing charters for Fort Lauderdale anglers fish the same reefs, wrecks and Gulf Stream edge as every other trip.
Get Your Group on the Water
Weekend dates in sailfish season fill first. Reserve on the online calendar or call the dock and Captain Ron will help you pick the right trip.