Hunter Charters – 38’ StrikeZone 

4.3
(23 reviews)
 Marina Way, Nassau, Bahamas–

Hunter Charters – 38’ StrikeZone 

Nassau, Bahamas
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38 ft
6
4.3
(23 reviews)

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Captain Paul Smith owns and operates Hunter Charters, a fleet of 4 fishing boats specializing in big game, light tackle, as well as bottom fishing for a variety of species cruising the Nassau area.

With over 30 years of experience and a passion for fishing that runs in the family (Paul Smith Jr is also the Captain of one of the boats in Hunter's fleet), Captain Paul is committed to providing you and your group with the Bahamas fishing experience you won't soon forget.

You'll be fishing on the 'Strike Zone', a 38' Defender Express which can comfortably accommodate parties of up to 6 anglers. The boat features both inside and outside seating. It is equipped with 3 fighting chairs on board for seating, and an array of navigational technology, including GPS, and VHF Radio. As for the onboard facility, the vessel features a bathroom with a sink and a V berth room.

Nassau is a popular fishing destination for vacationing anglers, primarily due to a colorful mixture of both inshore and offshore game fish frequenting its waters. Join the Captain and crew, as they will show you an awesome time inshore with light tackle gear, mainly bottom fish. You'll be provided with all the necessary fishing equipment (mostly Shimano and Penn International tackle is utilized), as well as ballyhoo bait.

Strike Zone offers daily 4, 6, and 8-hour trips for your consideration. Fishing licenses for all members of your group are included in the price and will be provided by the Captain.

Captain Paul Smith owns and operates Hunter Charters, a fleet of 4 fishing boats specializing in big game, light tackle, as well as bottom fishing for a variety of species cruising the Nassau area.

With over 30 years of experience and a passion for fishing that runs in the family (Paul Smith Jr is also the Captain of one of the boats in Hunter's fleet), Captain Paul is committed to providing you and your group with the Bahamas fishing experience you won't soon forget.

You'll be fishing on the 'Strike Zone', a 38' Defender Express which can comfortably accommodate parties of up to 6 anglers. The boat features both inside and outside seating. It is equipped with 3 fighting chairs on board for seating, and an array of navigational technology, including GPS, and VHF Radio. As for the onboard facility, the vessel features a bathroom with a sink and a V berth room.

Nassau is a popular fishing destination for vacationing anglers, primarily due to a colorful mixture of both inshore and offshore game fish frequenting its waters. Join the Captain and crew, as they will show you an awesome time inshore with light tackle gear, mainly bottom fish. You'll be provided with all the necessary fishing equipment (mostly Shimano and Penn International tackle is utilized), as well as ballyhoo bait.

Strike Zone offers daily 4, 6, and 8-hour trips for your consideration. Fishing licenses for all members of your group are included in the price and will be provided by the Captain.

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4 Hour Trip – Multi-species
In high demand Last booked: 4 days ago
Non-refundable
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black)
+4
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Multi-species
Non-refundable
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Wahoo
+6
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Offshore
Non-refundable
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
Wahoo
+4
US $1,700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.3
23 reviews
4.3
Boat & equipment
4.3
Captain & crew
4.2
Fishing Experience

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Christine Peterson
Christine Peterson
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Great time with family
4 Hour Trip – Multi-species on October 11, 2026 • 6 adults

I love the layout of the boat. 3 chairs for reeling in your fish. Benches for everyone else to sit in. The crew was great. They worked their asses off. Definitely recommend

Steven Velimirovic
Steven Velimirovic
ca
Ontario, Canada
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
The crew was incredible!
4 Hour Trip – Multi-species on July 9, 2026 • 2 adults • 3 children

We caught a lot of fish! We are a family with younger kids and we’re looking to catch some reef fish. We caught over 20 fish including a barracuda. The captain and crew were amazing.

Kellie Cahn
Kellie Cahn
Repeat angler
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
July fishing trip
4 Hour Trip – Multi-species - 1:00 PM on July 13, 2026 • 4 adults

Michael Polise
Michael Polise
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Amazing Time
4 Hour Trip – Multi-species - 1:00 PM on February 14, 2025 • 6 adults

Definitely book with these guys! Took my wife and 4 kids out for 4 hours of fishing that did not disapoint! Kids were able to catch a variety of fish.

Michael Richards
Michael Richards
us
California, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Best Charter in Nassau
4 Hour Trip – Multi-species on June 27, 2024 • 6 adults

Reported catch:
Yellowtail Snapper
Amberjack
Black Grouper
Mutton Snapper
Hunter Charters
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Thank you so much for choosing Hunter Charters 🥰

FAQs about Hunter Charters – 38’ StrikeZone

Hunter Charters – 38’ StrikeZone offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $900 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Multi-species (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Multi-species - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Multi-species (6 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Hunter Charters – 38’ StrikeZone, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting chair Three fighting chairs
  • GPS
  • Bed Sleeps 4
  • Flybridge
  • Multimedia system
Trips booked with Hunter Charters – 38’ StrikeZone include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn, Shimano)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Guest keeps 2% of the fish)
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Hunter Charters – 38’ StrikeZone offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
Hunter Charters – 38’ StrikeZone offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with Hunter Charters – 38’ StrikeZone include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grunt
  • Sailfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Hunter Charters
Hunter Charters
Nassau, Bahamas
197 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since November 2013
Captain Paul Smith has been fishing for more than 30 years and has been running fishing trips for over 11 years already, with his son, Paul Smith Jr. also joining the Hunter Charters team as one of the fleet's Captains. Hunter Charters runs trips aboard 4 fantastic boats, with a fun and fantastic team of captains and crew ready and waiting to put you on fish in these waters.
Hunter Charters
Hunter Charters
197
reviews
2013
member since
~1h
response
Captain Paul Smith has been fishing for more than 30 years and has been running fishing trips for over 11 years already, with his son, Paul Smith Jr. also joining the Hunter Charters team as one of the fleet's Captains. Hunter Charters runs trips aboard 4 fantastic boats, with a fun and fantastic team of captains and crew ready and waiting to put you on fish in these waters.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Grunt
Grunt
Sailfish
Sailfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mutton Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Grunt
Grunt

Real catches by this captain

  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Grouper caught during a deep-sea fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Red Grouper
    Mike R.
    Mike R.
  • Solo angler holding a long wahoo catch aboard a sportfishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Great Barracuda
    Leigh M.
    Leigh M.
    Was a pretty rough day on the water but we were able to grab a couple of barracudas. Had a great time, would recommend the day to anyone!!!
  • A mixed catch of yellowtail snapper, a large red snapper, and a spotted mackerel arranged on the boat deck.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Teri B.
    Teri B.
    Thank you we had a great morning and fish was great after to eat!

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
38 ft
Year built
1988
Restored in
2013
Boat manufacturer
Defender
Boat type
Cruiser
Engine model
GM
Powered by
2 x 300HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting chair
Three fighting chairs
GPS
Bed
Sleeps 4
Flybridge
Multimedia system
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Penn, Shimano
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Guest keeps 2% of the fish
First mate
Fishing license

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.
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What the listing policies are

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
Crew keeps catch
Guest are allowed to carry 2%

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Nassau right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
GruntGrunt
SailfishSailfish
Snapper (Mutton)Snapper (Mutton)
Snapper (Yellowtail)Snapper (Yellowtail)
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
WahooWahoo

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