"Big Marlin" Private Charter – Sherlock 39' 

4.7/5 (210 reviews)
 Playa Bibijagua, Punta Cana, 23000, Dominican Republic

"Big Marlin" Private Charter – Sherlock 39' 

4.7/5 (210 reviews)
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Playa Bibijagua
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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Big Marlin Charters welcome you down to Punta Cana to spend the day fishing offshore for the biggest of big game pelagics. Target Blue and White Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, and more in the deep waters just a short boat ride away. This is blue water fishing just without the long travel times.

You will be fishing aboard the “Sherlock II”, a 39’ Mediterranean sportfisher powered by twin Cummins 450s up to a cruising speed of 23 knots - impressive considering her size. She can carry six guests with ease and is equipped with everything you will need for the perfect day on the water.

The boat features a large flybridge to take in the view on your way to the fishing ground and a spacious interior with a full bathroom, galley, salon, and stateroom, making it your home-from-home on the high seas.

The Sherlock II is more than just a pleasure cruiser, though. She is equipped with the latest electronics to get you locked on the fish, outriggers to best target them once you are there, and a fighting chair to make sure you bring in even the fiercest pelagic predators.

You won’t need three guesses to figure out what Big Marlin Charters specializes in. The crew are heavy tackle experts, who will get you trolling the deep and hooking fish you can only dream of. All trips come with pick up, drop off, and a selection of drinks to keep you cool and in high spirits on the high seas.

Don’t forget to bring a towel, sunscreen, seasick medication if needed, and beach shoes that you can easily take off.

So climb aboard and let the Big Marlin team show you how they earned their name.

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Rating

4.7
210 reviews
5
160
4
38
3
9
2
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1
1
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (242)

Fishing with Yustas
Fishing with Yustas
Fishing with Yustas
Solid Trip overall
Four Hiur Trip
best trio of my life
+236

What anglers say

89%
Great experience
82%
Family friendly
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
93%
Recommended
82%
Caught fish

All reviews (210)

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Jill Hayes
Jill Hayes
5.0
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Best 4 hours in Punta Cana so far
Half Day Trip (PM) on January 26, 20264 adults
We headed out for a very enjoyable and productive afternoon aboard the Sherlock II with first mate Andy and our Captain. They both were very experienced, accommodating, and top notch!! We caught Baraccuda and Wahoo. I would give them 10 stars if there was that option! A great time was had by all! thank you!
1
BERNARD MCGINTY
BERNARD MCGINTY
3.7
Verified
New
Fishing with Yustas
3/4 Day Trip on January 13, 20264 adults
Our group fished for 2 days on the Sherlock II and the Dog Gone, mixing our 2 groups between both boats. The captains and mates were friendly and competent. We caught a few barracuda and 1 mahi between 8 guys on the 2 boats. we did take the Mahi home and grilled it for dinner and it was delocious. That's why they call it fishing and not catching 🤗. Overall, the day on the water was fun and we had a lot of good laughs, but it would have been more enjoyable if the fishing equipment was geared for smaller fish. we had a great time and would use them again in the future. Being an avid fisherman, I understand that catching fish is not guaranteed.🎣
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Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
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Matthew Bastian
Matthew Bastian
4.3
Verified
Solid Trip overall
Half Day Trip (AM) on December 30, 20255 adults
Was a beautiful day on the water. First mate Andy/Andre was pretty awesome, my boys each caught a nice Barracuda. We started out about 20 min late, and did not make up the time. the last few hours were unsuccessful, but thats why we call it fishing and not catching. My only suggestion was maybe having the opportunity to maybe bottom fish on the way back so we'd have had an opportunity to catch something else when trolling went cold. Still a solid trip overall with my family 👍
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Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
0
Steve Dellasala
Steve Dellasala
5.0
Verified
1st mate Andy was great!
3/4 Day Trip on February 21, 20252 adults3 children
My friends are going next month and will be booking the same experience. We were sad not to catch anything, but that is the nature of the sport. Andy was a great first mate. We trolled the entire time which was a new experience for me. Bait was changed every 1/2 hour. Andy told us many stories about the island and taught my 15 year old many things about deep sea fishing.
1
Nicholas Waletich
Nicholas Waletich
5.0
Verified
great time!
Half Day Trip (AM) on January 4, 20261 adult
Very clean and organized boat. Crew was helpful and friendly. Put us on the fish! Going back in a couple weeks!
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
0

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 7:30 AM
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:30 PM
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:30 AM
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 7:30 AM
US $1,150
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Extended Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 Hour Trip
starts at 7:30 AM
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.7
210 reviews
5
160
4
38
3
9
2
0
1
1
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (242)

Fishing with Yustas
Fishing with Yustas
Fishing with Yustas
Solid Trip overall
Four Hiur Trip
best trio of my life
+236

What anglers say

89%
Great experience
82%
Family friendly
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
93%
Recommended
82%
Caught fish

All reviews (210)

Filter
Showing 15 of 210 reviews
Jill Hayes
Jill Hayes
5.0
Verified
New
Best 4 hours in Punta Cana so far
Half Day Trip (PM) on January 26, 20264 adults
We headed out for a very enjoyable and productive afternoon aboard the Sherlock II with first mate Andy and our Captain. They both were very experienced, accommodating, and top notch!! We caught Baraccuda and Wahoo. I would give them 10 stars if there was that option! A great time was had by all! thank you!
1
BERNARD MCGINTY
BERNARD MCGINTY
3.7
Verified
New
Fishing with Yustas
3/4 Day Trip on January 13, 20264 adults
Our group fished for 2 days on the Sherlock II and the Dog Gone, mixing our 2 groups between both boats. The captains and mates were friendly and competent. We caught a few barracuda and 1 mahi between 8 guys on the 2 boats. we did take the Mahi home and grilled it for dinner and it was delocious. That's why they call it fishing and not catching 🤗. Overall, the day on the water was fun and we had a lot of good laughs, but it would have been more enjoyable if the fishing equipment was geared for smaller fish. we had a great time and would use them again in the future. Being an avid fisherman, I understand that catching fish is not guaranteed.🎣
Review media 0
Review media 1
Review media 2
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
0
Matthew Bastian
Matthew Bastian
4.3
Verified
Solid Trip overall
Half Day Trip (AM) on December 30, 20255 adults
Was a beautiful day on the water. First mate Andy/Andre was pretty awesome, my boys each caught a nice Barracuda. We started out about 20 min late, and did not make up the time. the last few hours were unsuccessful, but thats why we call it fishing and not catching. My only suggestion was maybe having the opportunity to maybe bottom fish on the way back so we'd have had an opportunity to catch something else when trolling went cold. Still a solid trip overall with my family 👍
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
0
Steve Dellasala
Steve Dellasala
5.0
Verified
1st mate Andy was great!
3/4 Day Trip on February 21, 20252 adults3 children
My friends are going next month and will be booking the same experience. We were sad not to catch anything, but that is the nature of the sport. Andy was a great first mate. We trolled the entire time which was a new experience for me. Bait was changed every 1/2 hour. Andy told us many stories about the island and taught my 15 year old many things about deep sea fishing.
1
Nicholas Waletich
Nicholas Waletich
5.0
Verified
great time!
Half Day Trip (AM) on January 4, 20261 adult
Very clean and organized boat. Crew was helpful and friendly. Put us on the fish! Going back in a couple weeks!
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
0

FAQs about "Big Marlin" Private Charter – Sherlock 39'

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
39 ft
Year built
1997
Boat manufacturer
Mediterranean
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots
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