Y-Knot Charters – Y-Knot 38’
+11Ready for an adventure of a lifetime? Join the skilled, local crew of Y-Knot Charters for an experience you’ll never forget! Captain Andrew Schirn is a passionate angler who’s favorite thing is seeing his customers smile after he puts them on the fish of their dreams.
The “Y-Knot” is a spacious 38’ Bertram offshore sport fishing boat offering plenty of space for up to 12 guests and lots of shade. This beauty features a restroom, freshwater shower, and easy access to the water thanks to a big diving ladder. It also boasts twin 270 Yanmar engines, a flybridge, beds, downriggers, a fighting chair, an ice-box, and top-notch marine electronics and safety gear.
The captain picks up customers at the yacht club. He explains all about safety, and after that, the trip can start. The captain likes to listen to what his customers want to do and try to make it happen.
West Bay is famous for deep sea fishing. You’ll get to enjoy the ride to the open ocean (up to 9 miles), where you’ll fish for pelagics such as Wahoo, Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Barracuda, and more! You can stay close to land and fish the drop-off or, weather permitting, venture farther out to the legendary 12-Mile Bank.
You’ll be using a variety of fishing techniques, including bottom fishing, trolling, spinning, jigging, popping, and more. Trolling is the most common and customers take turns while fishing. If it’s reef fishing, 5–6 people can fish at the same time.
You’ll get to keep half of your catch, and when the trip is done, the captain cleans the fish for you to take home. The charter will cover the use of top-quality fishing gear, mostly by Penn. Snorkeling gear, lures, snacks, drinks, and licenses are also included.
You can rely on Y-Knot Charters for a heart-pumping, custom-tailored, and safe adventure out on the sweet-salty waters of magnificent Grand Cayman!
Captain
Andrew Schirn
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+16Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Caught fish
87%
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Big Wahoos
Half Day Trip – Deep Sea (PM) on September 16, 2024
Had a great time, caught 2 large Wahoo and a small tuna. Andrew and Pierre are a great pair of guys. This was a corporate event and so a mix of skills, interests and physical capability. Everyone had fun and enjoyed eating the fish, prepared by Rackhams, for dinner.
Had a great time, caught 2 large Wahoo and a small tuna. Andrew and Pierre are a great pair of guys. This was a corporate event and so a mix of skills, interests and physical capability. Everyone had fun and enjoyed eating the fish, prepared by Rackhams, for dinner.
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Great Time
Half Day Trip – Deep Sea (AM) on March 22, 2024
Captain Andrew and First Mate Jacob were great! They were super friendly and professional. We had great Weather and conditions. When we didn’t catch many game fish they anchored on the ref and then we all got the opportunity to catch some smaller fish. They made sure everyone had a great time!
Captain Andrew and First Mate Jacob were great! They were super friendly and professional. We had great Weather and conditions. When we didn’t catch many game fish they anchored on the ref and then we all got the opportunity to catch some smaller fish. They made sure everyone had a great time!
Miami, FL
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1/2 day offshore trip
Half Day Trip – Deep Sea (AM) on July 12, 2023
We took the Intrepid out on a 1/2 day offshore trip. Captain and crew worked hard to get us on the fish. Very helpful getting the youngest meme her of our group on their first tuna. Also, very accommodating to one member of our group that became a little sea sick. Awesome outfit that we will use again.
We took the Intrepid out on a 1/2 day offshore trip. Captain and crew worked hard to get us on the fish. Very helpful getting the youngest meme her of our group on their first tuna. Also, very accommodating to one member of our group that became a little sea sick. Awesome outfit that we will use again.
Spartanburg, SC
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Great day-6 hour trip
3/4 Day Trip – Fishing/Stingrays on February 17, 2023
Captain Andrew was great, picked us up at our location staying at one point, and knew exactly where to go to try and put us on some fish. Caught a wonderful wahoo and another barracuda, and had a great day on the water with him and his first mate Jacob. Very experienced, local and they know the waters well.
Captain Andrew was great, picked us up at our location staying at one point, and knew exactly where to go to try and put us on some fish. Caught a wonderful wahoo and another barracuda, and had a great day on the water with him and his first mate Jacob. Very experienced, local and they know the waters well.
George Town, Cayman Islands
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Awesome day, highly recommend
Half Day Trip – Deep Sea (AM) on September 14, 2023
We had a fantastic day. The boat was great, shade and beverages provided. We had a blast fishing too. We asked specifically to catch something we could eat and Andrew made sure we got just that! Caught a beautiful mahi that fed a family of 6 for days!
We had a fantastic day. The boat was great, shade and beverages provided. We had a blast fishing too. We asked specifically to catch something we could eat and Andrew made sure we got just that! Caught a beautiful mahi that fed a family of 6 for days!
FAQs about Y-Knot Charters – Y-Knot 38’
What are the trip rates for Y-Knot Charters – Y-Knot 38’?
Y-Knot Charters – Y-Knot 38’ offers the following trips to customers:
- US $1,600 per group - Half Day Trip – Deep Sea (AM) (4 hours)
- US $1,600 per group - Half Day Trip – Deep Sea (PM) (4 hours)
- US $1,900 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Fishing/Stingrays (6 hours)
- US $2,400 per group - Full Day Trip – Deep Sea (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Y-Knot Charters – Y-Knot 38’?
When you book a trip with Y-Knot Charters – Y-Knot 38’, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet Full-head
- Fighting Chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Snorkeling Equipment Always available in all sizes
- Outriggers
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Y-Knot Charters – Y-Knot 38’?
Trips booked with Y-Knot Charters – Y-Knot 38’ include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (Mostly Penn)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Snacks (Chips, various)
- Drinks (Bottled water, sodas)
- First Mate (Tips are appreciated)
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Y-Knot Charters – Y-Knot 38’ offer?
Y-Knot Charters – Y-Knot 38’ offers the following types of fishing:
- Offshore Fishing (Up to 9 miles)
- Reef Fishing
What fishing techniques does Y-Knot Charters – Y-Knot 38’ offer?
Y-Knot Charters – Y-Knot 38’ offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift Fishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Y-Knot Charters – Y-Knot 38’?
Top targeted fish species with Y-Knot Charters – Y-Knot 38’ include:
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Snapper (Mutton)
- Snapper (Yellowtail)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
Your captain
West Bay, Cayman Islands
Captain Andrew Schirn has been a captain for 4 years now. He started his career by helping out on fishing and diving boats to gain experience. The best part of the job for him are the smiles on his customers' faces, and being there on their journey of catching a fish of a lifetime. In the odd case he can’t take customers out, he has a substitute captain that takes people out on this boat. His name is Kirk, and he has over 30 years of experience.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Offshore Fishing
Up to 9 miles
Reef Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
Full-head
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Snorkeling Equipment
Always available in all sizes
Outriggers
Ice Box
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Mostly Penn
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Chips, various
Drinks
Bottled water, sodas
First Mate
Tips are appreciated
Fishing License
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No minimum age, life jackets provided
You Keep Catch
Clients keep half of the catch
Crew Keeps Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.
What’s biting in West Bay right now
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Snapper (Mutton)
Snapper (Yellowtail)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
Wahoo