Sunshine Charters 

4.5/5 (21 reviews)
 Paradise Beach Drive, Nassau, Bahamas

Sunshine Charters 

Nassau, Bahamas
48 ft
15
4.5/5 (21 reviews)

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Sunshine Charters operates out of Nassau, Bahamas, and specializes in nearshore reef fishing and deep sea fishing at the area's most productive fishing grounds. This charter is ideal both for anglers looking for their next trophy and those after their first taste of the local angling action.

Their vessel is 48' Hatteras offshore sport fishing boat, originally built in 1980, and restored as recently as 2017. It's powered by twin 450 HP GM engines and features all the bells and whistles you'd expect from a modern sportfisher. Nearshore trips are suitable for groups of up to 15 people while offshore adventures can take a maximum of 10 guests.

These waters are famous for their wealth of fish and diversity of species. This means that the list of possible targets stays quite long regardless of the time of your visit. Whether you're bottom fishing or trolling, each time that rod bends, there's a chance you'll be surprised by what you hooked.

Fishing gear, baits, and tackle are all taken care of and will be waiting for you when you come aboard. This includes world-class Shimano rods and reels, and top-notch artificials. Snorkeling equipment is also always available for anyone looking to peek below the waves.

Also included in the price are fishing licenses, water, sodas, and catch cleaning. For those interested in spearfishing, a professional guide can be arranged ahead of the trip – for a small additional fee. All you should bring are some food, any additional drinks you'd like, sunscreen and sunglasses.

Once you have this taken care of, all you'll have to focus on is being ready when the drag starts to scream!

Sunshine Charters operates out of Nassau, Bahamas, and specializes in nearshore reef fishing and deep sea fishing at the area's most productive fishing grounds. This charter is ideal both for anglers looking for their next trophy and those after their first taste of the local angling action.

Their vessel is 48' Hatteras offshore sport fishing boat, originally built in 1980, and restored as recently as 2017. It's powered by twin 450 HP GM engines and features all the bells and whistles you'd expect from a modern sportfisher. Nearshore trips are suitable for groups of up to 15 people while offshore adventures can take a maximum of 10 guests.

These waters are famous for their wealth of fish and diversity of species. This means that the list of possible targets stays quite long regardless of the time of your visit. Whether you're bottom fishing or trolling, each time that rod bends, there's a chance you'll be surprised by what you hooked.

Fishing gear, baits, and tackle are all taken care of and will be waiting for you when you come aboard. This includes world-class Shimano rods and reels, and top-notch artificials. Snorkeling equipment is also always available for anyone looking to peek below the waves.

Also included in the price are fishing licenses, water, sodas, and catch cleaning. For those interested in spearfishing, a professional guide can be arranged ahead of the trip – for a small additional fee. All you should bring are some food, any additional drinks you'd like, sunscreen and sunglasses.

Once you have this taken care of, all you'll have to focus on is being ready when the drag starts to scream!

Benson Nicholas
Captain
Benson Nicholas
41 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 2 days ago
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Tuna (Bluefin)
Wahoo
Grouper (Red)
Snapper (Mutton)
+3
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 10 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 10 people
Full Day Trip
Non-refundable
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $2,200
Entire boat: up to 10 people
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Rating

4.5
21 reviews
4.4
Boat & equipment
4.6
Captain & crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

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Alec Geist
Alec Geist
us
Nebraska, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Very Kid Friendly.
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 23, 20264 adults3 children

Captain Benson was fantastic with our group of seven, including the kids. He was patient, kept everyone engaged, and made sure every single person got a chance to reel something in. He clearly knows these waters and put us right on the fish. The boat was clean and comfortable, and he handled all the bait and rigging so the kids could just enjoy the action. A great day on the water. If you’re visiting Nassau with family, book with Sunshine Charters — you won’t regret it.”

Reported catch:
Red Grouper
Mutton Snapper
Grunt
John Collins
John Collins
Repeat angler
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2019
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Fantastic trip with Captain Benson
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 16, 202610 adults

From the time we arrived at the dock until the end of the charter everything was top notch. Captain took us to 3 different spots and was quick to move when the fish stopped hitting. His crew was fantastic helping the younger anglers with less experience. Great day on the water and next time we are in Nassau will be booking with Captain Benson!

Reported catch:
Red Grouper
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Grunt
Brian Klippenstein
Brian Klippenstein
us
Washington D.C., US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Can-do Captain Benson Team
Half Day Trip (AM) on November 29, 20257 adults

Our family had a blast. The scenery is spectacular but Captain and crew even moreso. Despite difficult conditions ok the water, the crew worked tirelessly to find us fish. In particular, we just loved the big fun personalities of rhe Captain and crew. They were not only professional but helpful and delightful. When we return, we will dedinately hope to rejoin them.

Benson Nicholas
Response from Captain

Thank you very much Brian greatly Appreciated

Hugo Salcido
Hugo Salcido
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
outstanding trip!!!
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 2, 20267 adults

Great trip cant wait to do it again!!!

Jeffrey Fenn
Jeffrey Fenn
us
Nebraska, US
Member since 2026
4.0
Verified
Storm came up and our four hours turned into three hours.
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 16, 202611 adults1 child

Captain did not discount our four hour trip as it was only three hours because of rain. He returned after 3 hours and charged for four hours. First mate cut up our catch and asked if the ones that he fileted was enough, as there were 12 of us and it looked like about five fish, we asked him to filet the others too. Our catch was about eight edible fish. However, Captain Benson and his crew did a good job other than no discount. It was still a nice trip. Thank you,

Reported catch:
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Grunt

FAQs about Sunshine Charters

Sunshine Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $100 per person after 10 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $100 per person after 10 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $2,200 per group, additional US $100 per person after 10 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Sunshine Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed flushing toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Spearfishing equipment
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Sunshine Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (caught before the trip )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We clean and fileting the fish at no extra charge )
  • Snacks (We supply water sodas rumpunch and chips )
  • Drinks (water and sodas )
  • First mate (First mate is always available tips is the customers choice )
  • Fishing license (Fishing Charter licenses is included and covers all guests )
  • Lunch (Lunch is not included )
Sunshine Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Twelve miles of shore)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
Sunshine Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Handline
  • Spearfishing
  • Flounder gigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Sunshine Charters include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonito

Your captain

Benson Nicholas
Benson Nicholas
Benson Nicholas

Nassau, Bahamas

ID & license verified
21 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2019

Benson Nicholas is a local of the area and has over 30 years of experience fishing these waters. Growing up, most of his brothers and uncles were Captains and fishermen, so he grew up on the water and decided to do it himself. He went to the Navigation school in NY. His favorite moments on the water come when he hooks a big fish. He likes to provide customers with a good experience and lifelong memories.

ID & license verified
21 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2019

Benson Nicholas is a local of the area and has over 30 years of experience fishing these waters. Growing up, most of his brothers and uncles were Captains and fishermen, so he grew up on the water and decided to do it himself. He went to the Navigation school in NY. His favorite moments on the water come when he hooks a big fish. He likes to provide customers with a good experience and lifelong memories.

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Skipjack
Skipjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Skipjack
Skipjack

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
15 persons
Boat length
48 ft
Year built
1980
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Hatteras
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
GM
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Twelve miles of shore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Handline
Spearfishing
Flounder Gigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed flushing toilet
Air conditioning
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Wireless trolling motor
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Spearfishing equipment
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
caught before the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We clean and fileting the fish at no extra charge
Snacks
We supply water sodas rumpunch and chips
Drinks
water and sodas
First mate
First mate is always available tips is the customers choice
Fishing license
Fishing Charter licenses is included and covers all guests
Lunch
Lunch is not included

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

You keep catch
Crew keeps catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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

What’s biting in Nassau right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)

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