Sunshine Charters
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!
Captain
Benson Nicholas
Highlights
Plan your trip
In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photo by reviewers
for this charter yet!
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
86%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fun time and good with kids!
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 13, 2025
We slaughtered the strawberry grouper! Four lines at once. Three with kids.
We slaughtered the strawberry grouper! Four lines at once. Three with kids.
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Great Day On The Water
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 11, 2025
Captain Benson and crew did a fabulous job of accommodating our larger group. Thank you for showing us all a great way to spend our day in the beautiful Bahamas!
Captain Benson and crew did a fabulous job of accommodating our larger group. Thank you for showing us all a great way to spend our day in the beautiful Bahamas!
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Family Fishing Trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 31, 2024
We had an awesome time on our trip. We felt safe as our little ones were well taken care off from helpful crew and captain. They even caught fish, which made their day. Our family has bonded during this experience. I would definitely recommend this charter to any family looking for an amazing experience for their teens and children as well as youth in heart. We would definitely do this again!
We had an awesome time on our trip. We felt safe as our little ones were well taken care off from helpful crew and captain. They even caught fish, which made their day. Our family has bonded during this experience. I would definitely recommend this charter to any family looking for an amazing experience for their teens and children as well as youth in heart. We would definitely do this again!
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Kid friendly
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 24, 2024
Nothing biting in open water so he took us to the reef so kids could catch some fish. Also stayed out 2 hours longer than he had to.
Nothing biting in open water so he took us to the reef so kids could catch some fish. Also stayed out 2 hours longer than he had to.
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June fishing trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 14, 2025
FAQs about Sunshine Charters
What are the trip rates for 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)
Which amenities are available onboard with Sunshine Charters?
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
What's included in the trip price with Sunshine Charters?
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 )
What types of fishing does Sunshine Charters offer?
Sunshine Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing (Twelve miles of shore)
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
- Flats Fishing
What fishing techniques does Sunshine Charters offer?
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
Which fish species can I catch with Sunshine Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Sunshine Charters include:
- Barracuda (Great)
- Bonito
Meet your captain
Nassau, Bahamas
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.
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Twelve miles of shore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Handline
Spearfishing
Flounder Gigging
Deep Sea Fishing
What's on board
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
Included in the 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.
Listing policies
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 to 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)