Ringmaster Charters 

4.9/5 (271 reviews)
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Federally permitted
 2705 North Riverside Drive, Pompano Beach, FL 33062, United States

Ringmaster Charters 

Over 3 miles offshore
Pompano Beach, FL, United States
53 ft
6
4.9/5 (271 reviews)

Surf the seas in style with Ringmaster Charters. With the Gulf Stream gushing past Pompano Beach, you'll have access to a range of delicious and big game fish, giving you a day to remember on the water. Captain John Caselli is a third-generation captain, having fished professionally since 14. He's fished all over the US and Caribbean, but has settled in Hillsboro Inlet since age 20, and promises to share his knowledge and skills with each customer.

Prepare to be treated in luxury aboard the 53' Hatteras convertible. Fitted with 3 air conditioners, ample seating inside and outside, and a fridge and ice box, you're guaranteed the full treatment aboard. Catering can be arranged but feel free to bring your own food and use the kitchen at your leisure. Powered by twin 650 HP Diesel engines, you'll speed off to the sweetest fishing spots, preparing to meet huge, powerful fish.

The fishing here is close to shore, so don't expect a long ride. In fact, we are the closest to deep water anywhere in the continental United States. Here you can expect to catch dolphin, wahoo, tuna, sailfish, barracuda, and amberjack to name a few. We do some bottom fishing but because of our sharp drop off don't expect it to be like the keys or the west coast. We enjoy kite fishing when the conditions are favorable. Trolling is our most commonly used method.

You're in for a big struggle, whichever you hook, and the first mate will be by your side to give you any assistance you need. Your rewards will be great at the end of the day when the crew cleans and prepares your catch for you to take home and cook. Some fish, such as Shark and Sailfish, will have to be released according to law and also because we like to set high standards to show other operations that healthy releases are the way we can keep our fishery healthy.

Novices and experts alike will love a trip with Ringmaster Charters, so come aboard and see the sea in style!

Surf the seas in style with Ringmaster Charters. With the Gulf Stream gushing past Pompano Beach, you'll have access to a range of delicious and big game fish, giving you a day to remember on the water. Captain John Caselli is a third-generation captain, having fished professionally since 14. He's fished all over the US and Caribbean, but has settled in Hillsboro Inlet since age 20, and promises to share his knowledge and skills with each customer.

Prepare to be treated in luxury aboard the 53' Hatteras convertible. Fitted with 3 air conditioners, ample seating inside and outside, and a fridge and ice box, you're guaranteed the full treatment aboard. Catering can be arranged but feel free to bring your own food and use the kitchen at your leisure. Powered by twin 650 HP Diesel engines, you'll speed off to the sweetest fishing spots, preparing to meet huge, powerful fish.

The fishing here is close to shore, so don't expect a long ride. In fact, we are the closest to deep water anywhere in the continental United States. Here you can expect to catch dolphin, wahoo, tuna, sailfish, barracuda, and amberjack to name a few. We do some bottom fishing but because of our sharp drop off don't expect it to be like the keys or the west coast. We enjoy kite fishing when the conditions are favorable. Trolling is our most commonly used method.

You're in for a big struggle, whichever you hook, and the first mate will be by your side to give you any assistance you need. Your rewards will be great at the end of the day when the crew cleans and prepares your catch for you to take home and cook. Some fish, such as Shark and Sailfish, will have to be released according to law and also because we like to set high standards to show other operations that healthy releases are the way we can keep our fishery healthy.

Novices and experts alike will love a trip with Ringmaster Charters, so come aboard and see the sea in style!

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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
271 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (417)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

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Charles Maher
Charles Maher
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Unreal trip!
3/4 Day Trip on March 15, 20265 adults

Our crew of five from Montana had an incredible time on this trip. From start to finish everything was dialed -great communication, smooth logistics, and an awesome atmosphere. The guide knew the water extremely well and put us on fish. We learned a lot, caught quality fish, and had an all-around great time together. You can tell they genuinely care about the experience just as much as the catch. Would 100% recommend to anyone looking for a top-notch fishing trip -we’ll definitely be back.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
Blackfin Tuna
Rendhir Chandran
Rendhir Chandran
us
Chicago, IL, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing Extravaganza
Half Day Trip (8AM) on March 23, 20262 adults1 child

Chris and Tyler are awesome! Highly engaged and energetic, and made sure that my wife and daughter had a great time and helped them catch fish! I then got the opportunity to catch a Sailfish which got taken by a shark at the last minute…..but then I ended up catching a big one…..a large Bull Shark! What an experience and one that my whole family will never forget. Kudos to Chris and Tyler! Call them for your next charter, you won’t be disappointed! Ren and G!

Response from Captain

🤙 awesome Ren!! gald you guys enjoyed yourselves. pleasure to have you aboard

Seelan Pather
Seelan Pather
Repeat angler
us
Connecticut, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Enjoyable 4 hours
Half Day Trip (8AM) on December 26, 20255 adults1 child

Went out with 2 teenagers, 3 adults and a 6 year old. 4 of us where there to fish. Boat was very comfortable with a lounge if you didnt want to fish. New experience as we usually fished for small fish on charters. Trolling was different with less to do for the kids with lines set up for dragging behind the boat but reeling in a few king Mackerel was fun. Explained to Tyler and Chris that we wanted to get rods in the kids hands and they obliged with some bottom jig fishing. Chris put us over fish and we pulled up some large Amberbass which was the highlight of the day. Kids had never experienced a fish fight like that. Highly recommend. Finished of the day by having the Mackerel cooked at a restaurant Tyler suggested. Excellent!

Tim Grindstaff
Tim Grindstaff
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
great crew - great trip
Full Day Trip on March 24, 20262 adults

good crew. worked hard to get us on fish. its called “fishing” and not “killing” for a reason, but they made it happen. when i booked i messaged thr captain and said “id like to get some blackfin and see my boy get a sailfish”. we finished up with 6 blackfin and my boy landed an 87” sailfish! could not be more pleased. really grest guys and hope to come back soon. bonus barracuda as well!

Reported catch:
Sailfish
Blackfin Tuna
Amanda Sizemore
Amanda Sizemore
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome experience!
Half Day Trip - 12:00 PM on June 13, 20264 adults2 children

Our family had a great time, and everyone caught fish! Captain Chris and Tyler were phenomenal and did everything to make sure we were reeling them in. 10/10, cannot say enough about how great our day was!

Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blackfin Tuna

Trip availability and prices

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4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
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US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Sunset Special
4 hour trip starts at 4:30 PM
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Sep 1 - Sep 30
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US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Wahoo Special
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,250
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Afternoon Delight
6 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
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US $1,250
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Big Fish Trophy Hunt
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,350
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Wahoo & Mahi Madness
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
9 Hour Trip – Tournament
9 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
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US $2,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Sailfish Special
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $2,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip–Swordfishing / All In
10 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
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Apr 1 - Dec 1
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US $2,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
271 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (417)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

All reviews (271)

Frequently mentioned
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Showing 15 of 271 reviews
Charles Maher
Charles Maher
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Unreal trip!
3/4 Day Trip on March 15, 20265 adults

Our crew of five from Montana had an incredible time on this trip. From start to finish everything was dialed -great communication, smooth logistics, and an awesome atmosphere. The guide knew the water extremely well and put us on fish. We learned a lot, caught quality fish, and had an all-around great time together. You can tell they genuinely care about the experience just as much as the catch. Would 100% recommend to anyone looking for a top-notch fishing trip -we’ll definitely be back.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
Blackfin Tuna
Rendhir Chandran
Rendhir Chandran
us
Chicago, IL, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing Extravaganza
Half Day Trip (8AM) on March 23, 20262 adults1 child

Chris and Tyler are awesome! Highly engaged and energetic, and made sure that my wife and daughter had a great time and helped them catch fish! I then got the opportunity to catch a Sailfish which got taken by a shark at the last minute…..but then I ended up catching a big one…..a large Bull Shark! What an experience and one that my whole family will never forget. Kudos to Chris and Tyler! Call them for your next charter, you won’t be disappointed! Ren and G!

Response from Captain

🤙 awesome Ren!! gald you guys enjoyed yourselves. pleasure to have you aboard

Seelan Pather
Seelan Pather
Repeat angler
us
Connecticut, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Enjoyable 4 hours
Half Day Trip (8AM) on December 26, 20255 adults1 child

Went out with 2 teenagers, 3 adults and a 6 year old. 4 of us where there to fish. Boat was very comfortable with a lounge if you didnt want to fish. New experience as we usually fished for small fish on charters. Trolling was different with less to do for the kids with lines set up for dragging behind the boat but reeling in a few king Mackerel was fun. Explained to Tyler and Chris that we wanted to get rods in the kids hands and they obliged with some bottom jig fishing. Chris put us over fish and we pulled up some large Amberbass which was the highlight of the day. Kids had never experienced a fish fight like that. Highly recommend. Finished of the day by having the Mackerel cooked at a restaurant Tyler suggested. Excellent!

Tim Grindstaff
Tim Grindstaff
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
great crew - great trip
Full Day Trip on March 24, 20262 adults

good crew. worked hard to get us on fish. its called “fishing” and not “killing” for a reason, but they made it happen. when i booked i messaged thr captain and said “id like to get some blackfin and see my boy get a sailfish”. we finished up with 6 blackfin and my boy landed an 87” sailfish! could not be more pleased. really grest guys and hope to come back soon. bonus barracuda as well!

Reported catch:
Sailfish
Blackfin Tuna
Amanda Sizemore
Amanda Sizemore
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome experience!
Half Day Trip - 12:00 PM on June 13, 20264 adults2 children

Our family had a great time, and everyone caught fish! Captain Chris and Tyler were phenomenal and did everything to make sure we were reeling them in. 10/10, cannot say enough about how great our day was!

Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blackfin Tuna

FAQs about Ringmaster Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
53 ft
Year built
1977
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Hatters 53
Boat type
Convertible
Engine model
Detroit DieseL 12V71TI
Powered by
2 x 650HP
Max cruising speed
18 knots
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