Experience the best fishing charter off the coast of Florida with Hook’N Up Sport Fishing! Explore the Atlantic Ocean and catch exciting fish species such as Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Skipjack Tuna, Wahoo, Swordfish, and Kingfish.

Want to go further? You can choose the Bahamas as your destination! Come aboard a spacious 50’ saltwater fishing boat designed by Tom Fexas, equipped with a fighting chair, flybridge, live bait well, snorkeling equipment, AC, fishfinder, GPS, outriggers, and an icebox. The boat has a toilet, kitchen, bed, and multimedia system, ensuring a comfortable trip.

Our crew is experienced and will guide you through the different fishing techniques, including trolling, bottom fishing, spinning, jigging, and kite fishing. Depending on your experience level, you can choose between shorter trips near the shore or further out to sea for bigger fish. Don’t worry about packing, as we provide rods, reels, tackle, and lures, and live bait can be purchased at an additional cost as you exit the marina.

During your trip, drinks and snacks are served onboard, and the crew will clean and fillet your catch. The fishing permit is included in the trip rates, but bear in mind live bait is not included. Also, due to recent fuel price increases, there may be a fuel surcharge of up to $75 for any trip. If there are no available spots for your preferred trip, check out our other boat by scrolling down and clicking on our charter operator’s name.

Book now and join us for an unforgettable fishing adventure with Hook’N Up Sport Fishing!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Shark Fishing - AM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $795
    If you want to catch one our big sharks here in Florida we can get you there. We have Bull Sharks, Dusky Sharks, Hammerheads and much more. We do some bottom fishing for Snapper and Grouper while we wair for Jaws to show up. Due to gas price increase there might be a fuel surcharge up to $75
  • Private trip
    Half Day Shark Fishing - PM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $795
    If you want to catch one our big sharks here in Florida we can get you there. We have Bull Sharks, Dusky Sharks, Hammerheads and much more. We do some bottom fishing for Snapper and Grouper while we wait for Jaws to show up. Due to gas price increase there might be a fuel surcharge up to $75
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip - Offshore (2 PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $795
    If you want sport fishing 101, this trip is great as it will give you enough time to fish. Deep waters are within minutes of your reach, and there are various fish to catch. Snacks and drinks are served onboard, the fishing gear and lures as well, and you can buy live bait as you exit the marina. The fishing license is included in the price, and the crew will clean your catch. Due to gas price increase there might be a fuel surcharge up to $75
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip - Offshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $795
    If you want sport fishing 101, this trip is great as it will give you enough time to fish. Deep waters are within minutes of your reach, and there are various fish to catch. Snacks and drinks are served onboard, the fishing gear and lures as well, and you can buy live bait as you exit the marina. The fishing license is included in the price, and the crew will clean your catch. Due to gas price increase there might be a fuel surcharge up to $75
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip - Offshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $795
    If you want sport fishing 101, this trip is great as it will give you enough time to fish. Deep waters are within minutes of your reach, and there are various fish to catch. Snacks and drinks are served onboard, the fishing gear and lures as well, and you can buy live bait as you exit the marina. The fishing license is included in the price, and the crew will clean your catch. Due to gas price increase there might be a fuel surcharge up to $75
  • Private trip
    Five Hour Special - Offshore (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $985
    Deep sea fishing. Due to gas price increase there might be a fuel surcharge up to $75
  • Private trip
    Five Hour Special - Offshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $985
    Deep sea fishing. Due to gas price increase there might be a fuel surcharge up to $75
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip - Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,095
    You will have more time for fishing. What's great is that the open ocean is very close, and you will be able to catch the likes of Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, occasional Wahoo. The fishing permit is included, along with rods, reels, and tackle, lures, snacks and drinks. You can purchase live bait at additional cost. Due to gas price increase there might be a fuel surcharge up to $75
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip - Offshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $1,095
    Due to gas price increase there might be a fuel surcharge up to $75
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip - Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $1,450
    If you want to test your stamina and have a whole day fishing, book this trip. Deep waters are close, and with this much time you can head further out, and catch Mahi Mahi, Kingfish, Sailfish, Wahoo, and Sharks. You will get the fishing license, rods, reels, and tackle, lures, snacks and drinks. Due to gas price increase there might be a fuel surcharge up to $75
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip – Game Fish
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,985
    If you want Swordfish, come and take up this challenge! You'll leave in the evening and troll to the Swordfish grounds where you'll spend the rest of your time fishing. You will get the fishing gear, lures, and the fishing permit. You'll also be targeting Sailfish, Tuna, and Marlin. Due to the gas price increase, there might be a fuel surcharge of up to $100.
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FAQs about Hook'N Up Sport Fishing

Hook'N Up Sport Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $795 per group - Half Day Shark Fishing - AM (4 hours)
  • US $795 per group - Half Day Shark Fishing - PM (4 hours)
  • US $795 per group - Half Day Trip - Offshore (2 PM) (4 hours)
  • US $795 per group - Half Day Trip - Offshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $795 per group - Half Day Trip - Offshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $985 per group - Five Hour Special - Offshore (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $985 per group - Five Hour Special - Offshore (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,095 per group - 3/4 Day Trip - Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,095 per group - 3/4 Day Trip - Offshore (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,450 per group - Full Day Trip - Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,985 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Game Fish (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Hook'N Up Sport Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well r ret
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Hook'N Up Sport Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Hook'N Up Sport Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Hook'N Up Sport Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing (4rr4 y4)
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Hook'N Up Sport Fishing include:
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

John Dolmetsch
West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
404 Fishing Reports
394 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2016
Richard Mayer is the account manager and he'll be handling your inquiries. Capt. John Dolmetsch owns Hook'n Up Sport Fishing. A professional technology business owner, he started offshore fishing 20 years ago and just loved it. It is his stress relief from the non-stop technology business world. Capt. John and his crew have been offering first-class fishing trips for two decades and know how to help you have fun while catching fish.
Our Team
John K.
Captain
Mate S.
First mate

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish Sailfish

Boat specs

Tom fexas (Sportfishing) originally built in 1981, and restored in 2017. Powered by 2 750HP Caterpillar C8 engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 25 knots.

Length
50 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
4rr4 y4
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
First Mate
Fishing License

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 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

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.4 / 5
out of 5 stars from 145 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.4 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.3 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
80%
Friendly captain
92%
Recommend this charter
83%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
90%
Caught fish
58%
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Jason M.
Valley View, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Shark Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Shark Fishing - PM on June 16, 2021
Went out with my boys on a 4 hr shark trip. I was hooking up on fish in the first 10 mins out. The captain and first mate were...
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Brad M.
Edmond, OK
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Half day with Capt John

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Offshore (AM) on March 17, 2023
Success catching dorado with my grandsons.  We scored well relative to the fleet. Would have loved a sail or two but not disappointed....
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Janelle S.
VLG WELLINGTN, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Offshore (PM) on February 19, 2023
We had a great time and the boat was AMAZING!!
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Joshua B.
Whitman, MA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

August fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Offshore (2 PM) on August 27, 2022
Awesome time!! Captain and mate were great guys. Coming from fishing the Boston area and catching my first AJ was quite an...
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John S.
West Palm Beach, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best Fishing Trip Ever!!!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - Offshore on October 8, 2021
I don’t do reviews, but when it’s the best ever, I can’t keep silent. Capt Mike and mate were the best and worked together...
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