4 J’s Fishing Charters

Running angling trips out of Boynton Beach, 4 J’s Fishing Charters invites you to check out the local fishery in style.

Capt. Captain Jim will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. He specializes in light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, big game fishing, drift fishing, jigging, and spinning, all to get you on that bite. This involves 3 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for King Mackerel, Dolphin, Wahoo, Sailfish, Tuna, and Cobia, depending on the season and conditions on the day.

Your boat for the day will be a 25’ Sportsman that fits up to 3 anglers at any one time. The boat comes with a toilet and an ice box.

When it comes to rods, reels, and terminal tackle, everything you need is included in the price.

Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day.

You’ll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip.

Capt. Captain Jim runs trips together with his first mate, who’s there to help you with whatever you may need. Tips are always appreciated for a job well done.

The boat will be supplied with drinks for your pleasure, be sure to let the captain know if you have any questions or want to bring your own.

This is a children-friendly charter, so you’re welcome to bring your kids on for a fun fishing adventure.

Book your trip now and hit the water with 4 J’s Fishing Charters.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Jigging Trip (AM) - 2 Person
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $390
    A 3-hour jigging trip for Tuna, Amberjack, Kingfish, Wahoo, Snapper, and Grouper. A 2-person trip.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Jigging Trip (PM) - 2 Person
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
    US $390
    Intense jigging trip for amberjack, tuna, kingfish, wahoo, barracuda, mutton snapper, grouper, and bonito.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Half Day Drift Fishing Trip AM
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $450
    4 hours of drift fishing for snapper, grouper, grunts and a variety of other species on Florida natural reef. Maxium of 3 people
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Grunt
    Grunt
  • Private trip
    Half Day Drift Fishing Trip PM
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $450
    Fish Florida’s natural reef and catch snapper, grouper, grunts and a variety of other species. This 4 hour trip is funfilled and great for children. Maxium of 3 clients.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Grunt
    Grunt
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trolling Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $575
    This is a 4-hour fishing charter for Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Kingfish, and Sailfish. Trolling, jigging, and live baiting. Live bait comes at an additional cost.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trolling Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    US $575
    A 4-hour trip for targeted species. Fishing tactics vary on fishing conditions. Trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or live baiting. Live bait fishing comes at an additional charge.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trolling Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $800
    Trolling, jigging, and deep dropping deep into the gulf stream for Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, Amberjack, and Tilefish. This is one of 4 J's Fishing Charters' most booked trips! Live bait available at customers expense.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Full Day - 8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $990
    This is a full-day fishing charter deep into the gulf stream for Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Kingfish, and Sailfish. Trolling, deep dropping, ljigging. Live bait available at customers expense.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Jack (Almaco)
    Almaco Jack
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
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FAQs about 4 J’s Fishing Charters

4 J’s Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $390 per group - 3 Hour Jigging Trip (AM) - 2 Person (3 hours)
  • US $390 per group - 3 Hour Jigging Trip (PM) - 2 Person (3 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Drift Fishing Trip AM (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Drift Fishing Trip PM (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group - Half Day Trolling Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group - Half Day Trolling Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 3/4 Day Trolling Trip (6 hours)
  • US $990 per group - Full Day - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with 4 J’s Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well 30 gallons
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with 4 J’s Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (On full-day trips only)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • First Mate (3 passengers plus)
  • Fishing License

4 J’s Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

4 J’s Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with 4 J’s Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Jack (Almaco)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Captain Jim Chiarenza
Boynton Beach, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
21 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2022
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Grew up with a family business that included a fishing magazine and manufactured fishing lures. Fished professionally as a Bass fisherman in Florida for 6 years. Combined fresh and saltwater fishing knowledge together to become an avid fisherman. 30 years of serious fishing experience from New York to Florida.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black) Black Grouper

Boat specs

Sportsman (Center console) originally built in 2019. Powered by 2 150HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 46 knots.

Length
27 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
30 gallons
Outriggers
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
On full-day trips only
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
First Mate
3 passengers plus
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
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
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 21 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (42)
Tough day but Captain Jimmy didn\u2019t quit
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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Christina C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Reeling in fish 10 minutes into the trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Drift Fishing Trip AM on March 2, 2024
Captain Jim takes the time to understand your expectations of the trip and then just delivers a great time. We told him we...
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Saulis B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Tough day but Captain Jimmy didn’t quit

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trolling Trip on March 21, 2024
It was a tough day with the fish not biting,  possibly due to a weather front moving in the next day, but Captain Jimmy wouldn’t...
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Ryan B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Jim is awesome!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Jigging Trip (PM) - 2 Person on August 16, 2023
A good friend and I booked a 3 hour jigging charter with Captain Jim.  Due to a booking error on my part, our availabilities...
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Christopher S.
Fuquay-Varina, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

An Unforgettable Fishing Adventure with Captain Jim

VERIFIED   Half Day Drift Fishing Trip PM on July 16, 2023
Our fishing trip with Captain Jim and his son Jack was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we set foot on the boat,...
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Todd P.
Riviera Beach, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day

VERIFIED   3 Hour Jigging Trip (AM) - 2 Person on May 20, 2023
I’ve been on a few local charters and I have to say this one was THE BEST.  Captain Jim is a true fisherman.  He REALLY...
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