Old Hat Fishing Charters
Old Hat Fishing Charters
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Old Hat Fishing Charters will have you deep-sea fishing within minutes of leaving the dock. The warm Gulf Stream waters make fishing in Miami Beach a year-round phenomenon, with many big game species biting just two miles from shore. Add to that the expertise of two experienced captains and you are sure to bring home a catch to remember. Join them and come see what's biting!
The 'Old Hat' is a 43' custom sportfishing yacht built in 1979 and completely restored with new Cummins engines in 2004. This charter boat is one of the cleanest in the area, equipped with top-of-the-line tackle. On board, you will find everything you need for deep-sea fishing, including a flybridge, outriggers, and a fighting chair. More than merely capable, this boat also caters to your comfort. An onboard toilet and air-conditioned interior will make it seem as though you never left shore.
Running this vessel are Captain Chad and Captain Charlie, both lifelong fishermen. No matter who is at the helm that day, your trip will be guided by years of local experience and professional insight. They welcome anglers of all ages aboard, whether you choose to join them for a full day on the water or just a few hours.
Trips depart from the inlet between Miami Beach and Hollywood Beach. From there, it takes just six minutes to reach the ocean, where you can target Sailfish, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Barracuda, Kingfish, Tuna, and much more. Depending on the species, the crew will help you try your hand at trolling, bottom fishing, and kite fishing.
Old Hat Fishing Charters include a fishing license and quality tackle, featuring custom rods and Shimano reels. Depending on the species, you are welcome to keep your catch and the crew will clean and fillet it for you.
Come aboard today for a deep-sea fishing experience like no other, in Miami Beach, Florida!
Old Hat Fishing Charters will have you deep-sea fishing within minutes of leaving the dock. The warm Gulf Stream waters make fishing in Miami Beach a year-round phenomenon, with many big game species biting just two miles from shore. Add to that the expertise of two experienced captains and you are sure to bring home a catch to remember. Join them and come see what's biting!
The 'Old Hat' is a 43' custom sportfishing yacht built in 1979 and completely restored with new Cummins engines in 2004. This charter boat is one of the cleanest in the area, equipped with top-of-the-line tackle. On board, you will find everything you need for deep-sea fishing, including a flybridge, outriggers, and a fighting chair. More than merely capable, this boat also caters to your comfort. An onboard toilet and air-conditioned interior will make it seem as though you never left shore.
Running this vessel are Captain Chad and Captain Charlie, both lifelong fishermen. No matter who is at the helm that day, your trip will be guided by years of local experience and professional insight. They welcome anglers of all ages aboard, whether you choose to join them for a full day on the water or just a few hours.
Trips depart from the inlet between Miami Beach and Hollywood Beach. From there, it takes just six minutes to reach the ocean, where you can target Sailfish, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Barracuda, Kingfish, Tuna, and much more. Depending on the species, the crew will help you try your hand at trolling, bottom fishing, and kite fishing.
Old Hat Fishing Charters include a fishing license and quality tackle, featuring custom rods and Shimano reels. Depending on the species, you are welcome to keep your catch and the crew will clean and fillet it for you.
Come aboard today for a deep-sea fishing experience like no other, in Miami Beach, Florida!
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we caught wahoo, tuna, bonita and a mahi mahi!! awesome captian amd first mate!! An amazing day. The capt. and mate were hands down the best I've ever been with. I think this crew could handle any fishermen that come along. young or old. bring plenty of water to drink and snacks. And just losten to their advice. cant wait to do it again next year.
thank you so much for the great review🙌
The captain was Haimmey and Deck hand Ryan, from the very beginning it was nothing but freindly professionalism, we caught a very large varieties of fish it was nice trolling then makeing a move to drop down and bottom fish, resulting in a nice mixed box of fish!!!!!!! We landed a massive Amber jack and also a 6ft 11 inch SAILFISH!!!!!! High recommend the Crew and Boat!!!
Thank you so much for the great review🙌
Dont hesitate and book with Captain Chad
Thank you so much for the great review🙌
Captain Chad and Ryan went above and beyond to ensure a great & memorable experience and hell of a catch! I highly recommend them and certainly will be booking with them again.
Thank you so much for the great review🙌
Thank you so much for the great review🙌
FAQs about Old Hat Fishing Charters
- US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Night Fishing (4 hours)
- US $1,400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
- US $1,800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
- Toilet We have a beautiful, clean bathroom onboard.
- Air conditioning
- Fighting chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Live bait well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia system
- Outriggers
- Tuna tubes
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle (Custom rods, Shimano reels)
- Live bait (If available )
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (We do not charge to clean your catch.)
- First mate (We have great crew members who work really hard to make sure your experience is enjoyable. The gratuity for the crew is usually 20% of the trip price.)
- Fishing license (Fishing licenses are covered.)
- Offshore fishing (We fish in the Atlantic ocean anywhere from 1-10 miles depending on the trip period searching for trophy fish.)
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Kite fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Amberjack
- Barracuda (Great)
- Bonito
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Jack (Almaco)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Little Tunny (False Albacore)
- Sailfish
- Shark (Hammerhead)
- Snapper (Vermilion)
- Tuna (Blackfin)
- Wahoo
Your operator
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Captain Chad Raney is a Florida native who has been fishing his whole life. He grew up fishing tournaments with his father along the southeast coast and traveling all over the Bahamas and Mexico. These experiences made him into a bait and kite fishing. He has won multiple Billfish and IGFA tournaments. Capt. Chad says, 'I found fishing not just a hobby, but a way of life.' He started fishing professionally right out of high school and worked as a First Mate on a charter boat out of Haulover during college. He made his way up the ladder, eventually earning his captain's license at the age of 21 and becoming the youngest captain to ever run a charter boat out of Haulover. Today he is the owner of the 'Old Hat,' with over 15 years of experience fishing from Haulover Park marina.
Fernando Y.
Captain
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Chad Raney is a Florida native who has been fishing his whole life. He grew up fishing tournaments with his father along the southeast coast and traveling all over the Bahamas and Mexico. These experiences made him into a bait and kite fishing. He has won multiple Billfish and IGFA tournaments. Capt. Chad says, 'I found fishing not just a hobby, but a way of life.' He started fishing professionally right out of high school and worked as a First Mate on a charter boat out of Haulover during college. He made his way up the ladder, eventually earning his captain's license at the age of 21 and becoming the youngest captain to ever run a charter boat out of Haulover. Today he is the owner of the 'Old Hat,' with over 15 years of experience fishing from Haulover Park marina.
Fernando Y.
Captain
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How cancellations work
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.
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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Miami Beach right now
Amberjack
Barracuda (Great)
Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
Tuna (Blackfin)
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