Hitman Sportfishing
New engines for 2022. Quiet and low emissions!
Join them aboard their 41' custom Hatteras offshore sport fishing boat, originally built in 1968. She's been fully refitted in 2017, so you can fish from a fusion of time-tested strength and modern comforts. A flybridge, fighting chairs, livewell, outriggers, and advanced navigation and fishfinding systems are all present on board, to make sure that you have every advantage possible when going after that dream catch.
Captain James Byrd will be your guide and instructor on this charter. Whether you're a first-time angler or a seasoned sea wolf, he can accommodate you and your fishing taste. You can choose from a large variety of fish species to go after, ranging from Bluefish, Tilefish, Black Seabass, Grouper, and such, all the way to the Blue Marlin, Yellowfin, and Bluefin Tuna (depending on the time of year), Shark, Mackerel and more!
The charter will provide you with all the necessary equipment for a range of different fishing techniques, like bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing, jigging with light and heavy tackle, as well as kite fishing for the more adventurous. The captain and first mate will work hard to ensure your fishing adventure with Hitman Sportfishing is a pleasant and memorable experience, so gratuity is appreciated.
New engines for 2022. Quiet and low emissions!
Join them aboard their 41' custom Hatteras offshore sport fishing boat, originally built in 1968. She's been fully refitted in 2017, so you can fish from a fusion of time-tested strength and modern comforts. A flybridge, fighting chairs, livewell, outriggers, and advanced navigation and fishfinding systems are all present on board, to make sure that you have every advantage possible when going after that dream catch.
Captain James Byrd will be your guide and instructor on this charter. Whether you're a first-time angler or a seasoned sea wolf, he can accommodate you and your fishing taste. You can choose from a large variety of fish species to go after, ranging from Bluefish, Tilefish, Black Seabass, Grouper, and such, all the way to the Blue Marlin, Yellowfin, and Bluefin Tuna (depending on the time of year), Shark, Mackerel and more!
The charter will provide you with all the necessary equipment for a range of different fishing techniques, like bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing, jigging with light and heavy tackle, as well as kite fishing for the more adventurous. The captain and first mate will work hard to ensure your fishing adventure with Hitman Sportfishing is a pleasant and memorable experience, so gratuity is appreciated.
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Mary FerreiraRepeat angler5.0VerifiedThe moat amazing fishing trip yet!
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (PM) on September 3, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childWe had an absolutely amazing experience on our 6-hour fishing charter with Captain James and first mate Lee! 🎣 The crew was fantastic from start to finish and did an incredible job, especially with our 12-year-old. We ended up catching 51 fish total — 49 Spanish mackerel, 1 albacore, and 1 bluefish! What an incredible day on the water. The crew was knowledgeable, friendly, patient, and made the entire trip so much fun. To top it all off, we even got to watch dolphins at sunset on the way home — the perfect ending to an already amazing day. We truly can’t recommend this fishing charter enough. If you’re looking for a fun, memorable day on the water with an awesome crew, book with Captain James and Lee! We’ll definitely be back! 🎣🐬🌅
Bj Poff5.0Verifiedmust book
Full Day Trip on June 10, 2026 • 4 adultsif you had ever been on a charter that just said sit back and wait to reel in fish....then you need to book this and see what a real charter should be. the captain asked what we wanted to get from the trip and then set a plan to get us on fish all day. first mate was right there to help and show you how to set and run lines and was fun to talk too while you wait. if you wanna feel like the trip is made for you and what you want then book this boat!!! ill be back next year and think we might head out deep for the next one
Liam Mcnulty5.0VerifiedGreat time with knowledgeable crew
Wake and Bait - 3/4 Day Trip on June 14, 2026 • 5 adultsCaptain James and DJ were great. Got us on a good amount of spanish mackerel. Per our request, they took us wreck fishing where we caught some throw backs. Then took us further our to troll for some bigger fish. They knew exactly what they were talking about and were incredibly fun. Will book with them again.
Chris Mcclenathen5.0VerifiedPerfect Family Fishing Adventure
Half Day Trip (10:30AM) on June 24, 2026 • 6 adultsCaptain James and first mate Kayden were great. We had three adults and two teenage girls and our first ocean fishing experience could not have been better. we caught spanish mackerel and bluefish. I would highly recommend and will definitely book again.
Thomas Sullivan5.0VerifiedBest Trip Ever!!
Extended Full Day Trip – Gulfstream on June 20, 2026 • 2 adultsThe Capt and First Mate were friendly, professional, and efficient! The boat was comfy to sleep on on the way out to sea. We got to help with almost everything too-like gaffing which we had never done before. We will definitely be coming back! Highly recommend!
Luke Bender5.0VerifiedGood trip
Wake and Bait - Half Day Trip (6AM) on July 17, 2026 • 4 adultsCaptian and first mate were great guys. Definitely would book again.
Bryan BraceyRepeat angler5.0VerifiedAugust fishing trip
Half Day Trip (10:30AM) on August 5, 2026 • 5 adults
Julie Harvey5.0VerifiedTrip was a 10
Full Day Trip on May 16, 2026 • 3 adultsCaptain James and First Mate DJ were terrific. They got us on fish quickly. We caught fish all day. The rod and reels were great … overall had a perfect day!
Angelica Ravita5.0VerifiedAwesome Day!!
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (PM) on June 24, 2024 • 6 adultsWe had so much fun being out on the water. Captain James and Mate Nick were very easy to get along with and answered all our questions. Had a bit of bad weather coming in, so the Captain suggested we go out earlier and we were so happy we did. Our day was perfect, got our cleaned fish, and will go back out with Hitman Sportfishing.
Chris GossRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat time!
Wake and Bait - 3/4 Day Trip on June 4, 2025 • 6 adultsWent out with captain James and first mate Nick they treated us great answered our questions made suggestions and put us on fish! Thanks again guys!
FAQs about Hitman Sportfishing
- US $750 per group - Half Day Trip (10:30AM) (4 hours)
- US $750 per group - Sunset Special - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
- US $750 per group - Wake and Bait - Half Day Trip (6AM) (4 hours)
- US $1,100 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (PM) (6 hours)
- US $1,100 per group - Wake and Bait - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
- US $1,150 per group - Wicked Tuna Inshore 6 hr (6 hours)
- US $1,500 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
- US $2,600 per group - Extended Full Day Trip – Gulfstream (10 hours)
- Toilet Full-head
- Fighting chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Flybridge
- Live bait well
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- First mate (Mate works for tips: 20%+ customary)
- Fishing license (Included. )
- Inshore fishing (Inside the inlet and 3 miles or so away)
- Nearshore fishing (Just off the beach but not in the Gulf Stream)
- Offshore fishing (In the Gulf Stream)
- Wreck fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Kite fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Amberjack
- Bluefish (Tailor)
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Seabass (Black)
- Shark (Hammerhead)
- Spanish Mackerel
- Tilefish
- Tuna (Bluefin)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
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