Father And Son Sportfishing – WaterDogged

Father And Son Sportfishing runs luxury angling trips out of West Palm Beach and offers to show you what the local fishery is all about.

Capt. Mark will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. He specializes in bill fishing, but will get you on the fish while trolling or Deep Dropping. This involves 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Dolphin, King Mackerel, Sailfish, Wahoo, Cobia, and Bonito, depending on the season and conditions of the day.

You’ll be fishing from a Custom 61’ Buddy Davis with enough room for up to 6 anglers at any single time. It also includes a toilet, AC, ice-box, and fighting chair. The most luxurious Sportfishing Charter in the area!

When it comes to rods, reels, and terminal tackle, everything top-of-the-line you will need is included in the price.

Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day both local and federal. The price of a given trip doesn’t include bait, so be sure to get in touch with the captain about what your options are prior to the trip. You’ll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip.

There will be a first mate on board to help you with anything you need as well as ask about having a stewardess aboard as well.  Tips for good service are always appreciated.

There will be complimentary snacks, and drinks aboard for your convenience during the trip, but feel free to bring your own drinks or snacks if you prefer.

Want to bring the rest of the family along for the ride? Kids are welcome aboard, so you’re free to make it a family adventure.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Father And Son Sportfishing.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 hour - Live Bait
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,500
    Fish our Luxury 61’ Buddy Davis Live bait included Relax ans Be comfortable
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Live Bait
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,800
    A 6-hour live bait trip aboard “Waterdogged”, our custom-built 61’ Buddy Davis. Ask the captain about catering and lunch specials!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $2,800
    All day, live bait is included aboard “Waterdogged”, our Custom built 61’ Buddy Davis. Ask about catering and lunch specials!!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Deluxe
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $3,500
    All Day live bait included plus we will have a stewardess aboard for your drinks and food. Sit back and relax while fishing aboard our Custom fishing machine. Please ask about Catering and Lunch specials!!
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Sword Fishing
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $4,000
    More than 8 hours aboard our custom-built 61’ Buddy Davis. Relax and wait for the bite on the most luxurious charter boat in the area!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Swordfish
    Swordfish
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FAQs about Father And Son Sportfishing – WaterDogged

Father And Son Sportfishing – WaterDogged offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,500 per group - 4 hour - Live Bait (4 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Live Bait (6 hours)
  • US $2,800 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $3,500 per group - Full Day Trip – Deluxe (8 hours)
  • US $4,000 per group - Full Day Trip – Sword Fishing (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Father And Son Sportfishing – WaterDogged, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet 3 Full Restrooms
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS Full Garming w/ fish eye
  • Fishfinder Up to 2500ft
  • Bed
  • Flybridge Air Conditioned
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen Full Galley
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Father And Son Sportfishing – WaterDogged include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Dead Bait, fighting belts)
  • Live Bait (All trips include live bait)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Ask about our Vacuum Sealing program)
  • Snacks (Light snacks are offered. However we do offer catering )
  • Drinks (We can include anything you’d like. Please contact us before hand )
  • First Mate (A Stewardess as well upon request )
  • Fishing License (Both Federal and Florida )
  • Lunch (Ask about our catering options!)

Father And Son Sportfishing – WaterDogged offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (.5 to 15miles )
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Father And Son Sportfishing – WaterDogged offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Father And Son Sportfishing – WaterDogged include:
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Mark DiDario
West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
50 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2018
I have been fishing since I was very young and it's a passion I'm truly dedicated to. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and love of fishing with other anglers, which is one of the main reasons why I started running my own charter. I've had the fortune to fish the waters from Florida to the Bahamas, and today I work hard to put you on the fish and give back to the community through my work.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bonito Bonito
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Snowy) Snowy Grouper

Boat specs

Buddy Davis (Sportfishing) originally built in 1994, and restored in 2022. Powered by 2 1600HP Detroit engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
61 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
.5 to 15miles
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
3 Full Restrooms
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Full Garming w/ fish eye
Fishfinder
Up to 2500ft
Bed

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Dead Bait, fighting belts
Live Bait
All trips include live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Ask about our Vacuum Sealing program
Snacks
Light snacks are offered. However we do offer catering
Drinks
We can include anything you’d like. Please contact us before hand
First Mate
A Stewardess as well upon request
Fishing License
Both Federal and Florida
Lunch
Ask about our catering options!

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
5 years and older
No Smoking
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 7 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
75%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
86%
Appropriate for children
75%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
86%
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Garrison H.
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Outstanding Day of Fishing

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – Live Bait on March 18, 2024
Captain and crew were welcoming and worked hard all day to make a great day on the water.  The boat and gear were top notch...
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Calvin H.
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Had a great time

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – Live Bait on February 24, 2024
It was a good time brought the family along every one enjoyed their self’s captain and his crew was top notch brought good...
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Brittany W.
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Cap’t Mark helped us in a tournament and made our lives so easy!

VERIFIED   Special 6 hour trip for Brittany Wilson on June 8, 2023
The is so nice and laid back but worked so hard to get us on fish. The ac was on in the cabin for anyone who got hot or wanted...
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Scott H.
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VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – Live Bait on February 8, 2024
Assume day fishing with these guy. Caught alot of sail fish. Great boat very highly recommended.
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Mark F.
Deer Park, NY
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Deluxe on August 25, 2023
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