Sea Cross VIP and Luxury Deep Sea Fishing

We are the obvious choice when it comes to luxury and VIP family deep-sea fishing.

Capt. Rafael and his crew cockpit manager, and Stewards maintain and run one of the cleanest and biggest sportfishing charter yachts in the industry, a custom Hatteras deep-sea charter fishing boat. It is located only minutes away from the warm waters of the Gulf Stream where some of the best deep-sea fishing is done!

We are always at your service and ready to take you on a charter fishing trip of a lifetime. We are one of the most experienced and successful deep-sea fishing charter services that has operated in South Florida for more than 25 years!

The owner and operator of this magnificent luxury sportfishing vessel is Capt. Rafael Mayans. When you come aboard, luxury will scream at you. The boat is a beautiful high-class sport fishing machine.

Sea Cross is located in Miami Beach and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

Capt. Rafael and his crew cockpit manager, and Stewards will do their best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing This involves 4-hour trips, mainly fishing for Dolphin, Barracuda, Wahoo, Amberjack, Grouper, and Cobia, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, trolling, big game fishing, drift fishing, and spinning.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 55’ Hatteras boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers. This boat comes with a toilet, AC, an ice box, a and fighting chair.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. The crew will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip.

The charter is only 15 minutes away from lines, and there is more fishing time from our location than from any other marina here in South Florida. This means more fishing time for you.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip โ€“ Luxury Bay Tour
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 PM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,000
    Take a tour of North Biscayne Bay. Enjoy the beauty and the tranquillity this boat ride has to offer including trolling for Tarpon Snook Barracuda, Mackerel, and a multitude of site-seeing opportunities โ€“ million-dollar homes, exotic birds, and marine life: a true paradise. Come aboard a luxury 55' Hatteras with all the amenities including air conditioning, luxurious restrooms, and professional staff to answer all your questions with full crew a Capt ,Cockpit Manager an Book us now, here on Fishingbooker.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip โ€“ Fuel Included (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,500
    Come aboard Captain Ralph's luxury VIP fishing yacht the sea cross. This is a 55' completely customized Hatteras convertible with a full crew, a Captain, Cockpit Manager and Stewardess, We will be trolling the Gulf Stream for Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Kingfish, Sailfish, Sharks, and more! Everything is included, and there is no fuel surcharge!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip โ€“ Fuel included (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,500
    Come aboard Captain Ralph's luxury VIP fishing yacht the sea cross. This is a 55' completely customized Hatteras convertible with a full crew, a Captain, Cockpit Manager and Stewardess, We will be trolling the Gulf Stream for Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Kingfish, Sailfish, Sharks, and more! Everything is included, and there is no fuel surcharge!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip โ€“ Fuel Included
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $3,500
    Come aboard Captain Ralph's luxury VIP fishing yacht, the Sea Cross. This is a 55' completely customized Hatteras convertible with a full crew, a Captain, Cockpit Manager, and Stewardess. We will be trolling the Gulf Stream for Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Kingfish, Sailfish, Sharks, and more! Everything is included, and there is no fuel surcharge!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip โ€“ Fuel Included
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $4,500
    Come aboard Captain Ralph's luxury VIP fishing yacht the sea cross. This is a 55' completely customized Hatteras convertible with a full crew, a Captain, Cockpit Manager, and Stewardess, We will be trolling the Gulf Stream for Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Kingfish, Sailfish, Sharks, and more! Everything is included, and there is no fuel surcharge!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
  • Private trip
    10 hour daytime swordfish mahi-mahi
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 10 persons
    US $5,500
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Kite Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Swordfish
    Swordfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    2 Day Min โ€“ Bimini Bahama (copy)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    1 Day Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Overnight stay, lodging
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $7,500
    All day, deep-sea fishing, the beautiful waters of Bimini, Bahamas. Fish aboard the world-famous Sea Cross for Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Kingfish, Barracuda, Sharks and more.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Swordfish
    Swordfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Grouper (Snowy)
    Snowy Grouper
  • Private trip
    Luxury VIP Bimini Fishing Charter
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Day Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Overnight stay, lodging
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $7,500
    All day, deep-sea fishing, the beautiful waters of Bimini, Bahamas. Fish aboard the world-famous Sea Cross for Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Kingfish, Barracuda, Sharks and more.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Swordfish
    Swordfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Grouper (Snowy)
    Snowy Grouper
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 24 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (25)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
83%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
81%
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Bill Z.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Rafael

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Fuel Included (AM) on January 21, 2024
Captain Ralph and crew were great
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Matthew M.
Overland Park, KS
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Peter and First Mate Ken

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Fuel Included (AM) on March 14, 2022
A low front made for and interesting day on the water as the wind and seas were mixed with 7 to 11 swells and 2 to 3 feet of...
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Judd W.
Excellent
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Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
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Fishing with Rafael

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Fuel Included (AM) on November 11, 2023
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Michael B.
Topping, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Fuel Included (AM) on June 10, 2023
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OLENA D.
Miami, FL
Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Rafael

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Fuel included (PM) on June 6, 2021
Today was an awesome day the captain really knew was he was doing. On our way back after we caught a ton of mahi-mahi we saw...
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FAQs about Sea Cross VIP and Luxury Deep Sea Fishing

Sea Cross VIP and Luxury Deep Sea Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $2,000 per group, additional US $350 per person after 6 guests - 3 Hour Trip โ€“ Luxury Bay Tour (3 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group, additional US $350 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Trip โ€“ Fuel Included (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group, additional US $350 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Trip โ€“ Fuel included (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $3,500 per group, additional US $350 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip โ€“ Fuel Included (6 hours)
  • US $4,500 per group, additional US $425 per person after 6 guests - 8 Hour Trip โ€“ Fuel Included (8 hours)
  • US $5,500 per group - 10 hour daytime swordfish mahi-mahi (10 hours)
  • US $7,500 per day per group, additional US $0 per person after 6 guests - 2 Day Min โ€“ Bimini Bahama (copy) (1 day)
  • US $7,500 per day per group, additional US $0 per person after 6 guests - Luxury VIP Bimini Fishing Charter (2 days)

When you book a trip with Sea Cross VIP and Luxury Deep Sea Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System Starlink High-Speed Internet
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radio
  • Radar

Trips booked with Sea Cross VIP and Luxury Deep Sea Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Daiwa, Penn, Shimano, etc.)
  • Live Bait (Usually prepared before the trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate (A tip of 15% to 20% is customary)
  • Fishing License

Sea Cross VIP and Luxury Deep Sea Fishing offers the following type of fishing:
  • Offshore Fishing

Sea Cross VIP and Luxury Deep Sea Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Sea Cross VIP and Luxury Deep Sea Fishing include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Rafael Mayans
Miami Beach, Florida, United States
7 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
234 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2014
Sea Cross fishing trips are owned and operated by Captain Rafael Mayans. Capt. Rafael has more than 30 years of fishing experience and has been guiding charters since 2000. He aims to provide every customer with a personalized experience and has been known to put some of them on the catch of a lifetime!

The fish you can target

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
10 persons
Boat length
55 ft
Year built
1988
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Hatteras
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Detroit
Powered by
2 x 870HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots

Whichย types of fishing are offered

Offshore Fishing

Whichย fishing techniques you can try

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

Whichย amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge

Whatโ€™s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Daiwa, Penn, Shimano, etc.
Live Bait
Usually prepared before the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
A tip of 15% to 20% is customary
Fishing License

How cancellations work

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.

Whatย the listing policiesย are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Age 4 and above
Disabled Accessible

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 5% charge will apply.

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