Captain Red & The Abigail III - St. Thomas

Fish with a living legend and find out why the waters around St. Thomas have such an outstanding reputation! Let Captain Red and “The Abigail III” show you the premier fishing hot spots.

If you’re an avid Billfish chaser, then you’ve come to the right place. Capt. Red is a proud winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Billfish Foundation and he dedicated his life to catching Marlin across the globe.

The bountiful waters of St. Thomas are the playground of Blue Marlin and White Marlin, which makes them the perfect place to land your next trophy. The best time to go after these prestigious fish is from April to October. You can also hook various Tuna species here, along with Mahi Mahi and Wahoo.

Bear in mind that Billfish are strictly catch and release, and everything else you catch, you’ll share with the crew. The captain and his first mate will clean and fillet the fish for your convenience.

“The Abigail III” is a 44’ aluminum sport fisher and she’ll be your ride for the day. The boat is outfitted with twin 870 HP Caterpillar engines and has plenty of room for up to 6 anglers to fish at the same time. Capt. Red will provide top-of-the-line Penn International tackle, lures, and fishing licenses for everyone.

With a private toilet and an air-conditioned cabin, the vessel is perfectly suited for longer fishing jaunts. You will have a competent first mate by your side, so if you need any help, don’t hesitate to ask. For all his hard work, 10–20% tips are much appreciated.

If you need pickup from St. John Island, the captain can arrange it for an additional charge ($50). The only thing you should think about before the trip is packing enough food for your day on the boat. Sunscreen and hats are also a good idea.

Captain Red and “The Abigail III” welcome you aboard and vouch that they will make your sportfishing adventure truly memorable!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $1,000
    Spend your morning on the bountiful fishing grounds surrounding St. Thomas and check how many fish you can catch in 4 hours. Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, and Marlin are all in the cards. Take some breakfast with you, and Capt. Red will take care of everything else. Please note – there may be a fuel surcharge added onto the trip price, check with the captain.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $1,000
    You don't have to get up early to enjoy excellent fishing with Capt. Red, and this trip is proof. Stay on the trail of Tuna, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, and possibly Marlin. Tackle, drinks, and licenses are provided, so just remember to stock up on snacks. Please note – there may be a fuel surcharge added onto the trip price, check with the captain.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $1,450
    With 6 hours on the water, you get a chance to go further offshore and target Sailfish, Blue and White Marlin, along with Blackfin and Yellowfin Tuna. Wahoo and Mahi Mahi could easily make an appearance as well. You'll have rods, reels, and bait on the boat, as well as water, soda, and beer, so you'll just need your lunch and snacks. Please note – there may be a fuel surcharge added onto the trip price, check with the captain.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $1,750
    This is the perfect expedition for anglers that want to spend 8 hours on the boat, going after a mixed bag of catch. On your to-catch list is everything from Wahoo and Mahi Mahi to Tuna, Sailfish, and Marlin. Everything fishing-related will be at your disposal, but you'll need to take care of food and snacks on your own. Please note – there may be a fuel surcharge added onto the trip price, check with the captain.
  • Private trip
    Blue Marlin Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $2,000
    This is a 10-hour charter that will take you offshore in pursuit of the prized Billfish – Blue Marlin, White Marlin, and Sailfish. You can also find Tuna, Wahoo, and Mahi Mahi on the way, and that will make everything even more exhilarating. Don't forget to have plenty of food with you, and your guide will have quality fishing equipment and drinks at the ready. Please note – there may be a fuel surcharge added onto the trip price, check with the captain.
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FAQs about Captain Red & The Abigail III - St. Thomas

Captain Red & The Abigail III - St. Thomas offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,000 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,450 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,750 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - Blue Marlin Trip (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Captain Red & The Abigail III - St. Thomas, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System DVD
  • Outriggers
  • Radar

Trips booked with Captain Red & The Abigail III - St. Thomas include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Soda, bottled water, and beer)
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Captain Red & The Abigail III - St. Thomas offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Captain Red & The Abigail III - St. Thomas offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Captain Red & The Abigail III - St. Thomas include:
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Red Bailey
Red Hook, U.S. Virgin Islands
77 Customer reviews
Response time 11 hours
Member since April 2019
Captain Red Bailey is one of the most renowned captains in St. Thomas and with good reason. Fishing is his lifelong passion and calling, and he spent over 50 years on the water. In that time, he honed his angling skills and participated in numerous tournaments all over the world. Capt. Red has also had famous guests on board, including Jerry Lewis, and that alone speaks volumes of the captain's expertise. Today, he runs fishing trips from the Sapphire Marina and regularly puts people on the best bite of their life.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bonito Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin
Marlin (White) White Marlin

Boat specs

Custom built (Aluminum fishing) originally built in 1972, and restored in 1992. Powered by 2 870HP Caterpillar engines.

Length
44 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Refrigerator

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Soda, bottled water, and beer
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Client keeps some fish
Crew Keeps Catch
Crew keeps some catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and Release Mandatory

Payment

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
American Express

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 77 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.4 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (70)
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Excellent charter - epic result
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
85%
Friendly captain
95%
Recommend this charter
88%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
73%
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Michael A.
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5.0 / 5
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After long wait for Marlin to take the lure, Success!!’

VERIFIED   Blue Marlin Trip on September 8, 2023
I cannot praise Capt Red and 1st Lieut Donovan enough for their outstanding effort in helping me to reel in and take photos...
Michael A. recommends Captain Red & The Abigail III - St. Thomas
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on December 27, 2023
We had a very good half-Day fishing trip with Captain Red and Donovan.  They were very gracious and helpful and made us feel...
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Patrick H.
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Excellent charter - epic result

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on March 27, 2024
Captain Red was excellent and put us on both white and blue marlin. The blue was huge (estimated 450lbs) and truly the fish...
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Andy T.
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We had a great time.

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on December 25, 2023
Captain and crew went above and beyond. We caught several giant wahoo and the captain kept us on the fish as long as possible....
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Aaron B.
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Fishing with Red

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on March 5, 2024
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