Chubasco - 48’ Hatteras Sportfish 

4.7/5 (131 reviews)
 Paradise Beach Drive, Paradise Island, Bahamas

Chubasco - 48’ Hatteras Sportfish 

4.7/5 (131 reviews)
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Paradise Beach Drive
Paradise Island, Bahamas

With more than 39 years in the fishing charter business, Chubasco Charters are determined to serve you and your party to the very best of their abilities. Family-owned and operated by Captain Mike Russell and his wife, fishing for the Chubasco team is more than just an occupation - it's their passion.

Climb aboard the 48' Hatteras, capable of holding up to 8 anglers .Bring all of your friends for a fishing trip! She's powered by twin Detroit engines. Capt. Mike is happy to welcome guests to the flybridge with seating for 4-5. The spacious cockpit includes a mounted fighting chair and 2 fishing chairs and top of the line fishing tackle. There is also comfortable seating in the air-conditioned interior salon area.

Capt. Mike Russell is the captain of Chubasco. With over 40 years of experience, he knows these waters well. Some of the species he'll commonly target on his trips include Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Barracuda, Snapper, and a variety of other game fish frequenting the area. Each trip includes bottled water and ice, as well as all the appropriate equipment for fishing. Food and other beverages are not included but can be made available on board for a surcharge with advance notice.

The crew provides all gear that may be needed on these trips. Catch cleaning and filleting is available free of charge. Children are welcome aboard as Captain Mike loves teaching young anglers the tricks of the trade. The vessel is disabled accessible and Capt. Mike invites anglers from all walks of life to come aboard and enjoy a fantastic fishing adventure!

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Rating

4.7
131 reviews
5
107
4
16
3
5
2
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4.5
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (185)

Family Trip
A fantastic experience - i would book them again
A fantastic experience - i would book them again
Late Season Mahi
Late Season Mahi
Late Season Mahi
+179

What anglers say

90%
Great experience
86%
Family friendly
96%
Friendly captain
94%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
86%
Caught fish

All reviews (131)

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Andy Stewart
Andy Stewart
5.0
Verified
A fantastic experience - i would book them again
Half Day Trip (AM) on December 29, 20252 adults2 children
We had a fantastic trip with Captain Mike. from the moment we booked until we docked the boat, everything was perfect. He communicated as soon as we booked the trip, and laid out our options. the day of the trip, he picked us up on time and was ready to fish. we had a short ride to our spot and then the lines were in the water. We caught multiple Wahoo. The boat was clean, the gear was all in working order, and they filleted our fish to take as we were driving back. I've done multiple fishing trips. They do everything correctly and I will book with him again on our next trip to the Bahamas.
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Reported catch:
Wahoo
Response from Captain
January 2, 2026
Thanks for the great review and amazing photos. It was a pleasure having you on board. We hope to fish with you again at some future date.
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Norman Cornacchini
Norman Cornacchini
5.0
Verified
Chubasco is Top Notch
3/4 Day Trip on July 23, 20254 adults2 children
if you want to have a fishing experience that you will never forget you must consider chartering Chubasco. Captain Mike and Crew will exceed your expectations. they go the extra mile to make sure that they put you on the fish. And when they do, they also make sure that you hook up and bring in many different varieties. Their box lunches are a must when you are out there. We have been chattering trips in many locations throughout the Caribbean over the past 25 years and this was our sixth charter with Chubasco and they never let you down. Captain Mike has been on the water for 38 years and he knows where to go, what to do, and what tackle to use. I am also a charter captain in New England and I recognize a professional group that cares deeply about making your experience one that you will never forget!
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Response from Captain
July 29, 2025
Thanks for your the great review and your continued patronage over the years . We have enjoyed getting to know you and your family and look forward to more great fishing adventures with you in the future.
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Ben Burris
Ben Burris
5.0
Verified
Great trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 5, 20256 adults2 children
The captain made a good call to change from the usual fishing patter because the fishing had been bad lately. He actually cared and made the effort to get the kids on fish. It was the right move and we caught several fish. The kids had a great time! The mate was very good and helped the kids a lot. He filleted the mutton snapper and the yellowtail and we ate them today. Great experience.
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Response from Captain
July 29, 2025
Thanks for great review and awesome photos. Nothing better than fresh caught fish for dinner.
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Donald Mize
Donald Mize
3.7
Verified
New
Family Trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on March 24, 20263 adults1 child
Caught one small fish. Communcation was a bit of a challenge. prior to the trip the captain was great at responding and was clear. At the boat we had a hard time understanding the helper. We was told to sit on the upper level which was great on the way out. Then the captain told me im not going to catch anything sitting on the upper level like I was supposed to know what to do. I guess experienced folks would be a better match. wouldn’t recommend a family.
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EDWARD ROBINSON
EDWARD ROBINSON
4.7
Verified
Fish beautiful water in comfort
3/4 Day Trip on January 9, 20268 adults
We had a fine day aboard Chubasco, experienced anglers and beginners. The fish were tough at first but everyone landed a fish including a huge barracuda. Freddie the mate worked very hard to keep lines running and land fish safely. Cap'n Mike took us around some lovely spots.
Response from Captain
January 11, 2026
Thanks for the great review.
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US $1,170
Entire boat: up to 8 people
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4 Hour Trip
starts at 12:00 PM
US $1,170
Entire boat: up to 8 people
3/4 Day Trip
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6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:30 AM
US $1,755
Entire boat: up to 8 people
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8 Hour Trip
starts at 7:30 AM
US $2,340
Entire boat: up to 8 people
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Rating

4.7
131 reviews
5
107
4
16
3
5
2
1
1
1
4.5
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (185)

Family Trip
A fantastic experience - i would book them again
A fantastic experience - i would book them again
Late Season Mahi
Late Season Mahi
Late Season Mahi
+179

What anglers say

90%
Great experience
86%
Family friendly
96%
Friendly captain
94%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
86%
Caught fish

All reviews (131)

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Showing 15 of 131 reviews
Andy Stewart
Andy Stewart
5.0
Verified
A fantastic experience - i would book them again
Half Day Trip (AM) on December 29, 20252 adults2 children
We had a fantastic trip with Captain Mike. from the moment we booked until we docked the boat, everything was perfect. He communicated as soon as we booked the trip, and laid out our options. the day of the trip, he picked us up on time and was ready to fish. we had a short ride to our spot and then the lines were in the water. We caught multiple Wahoo. The boat was clean, the gear was all in working order, and they filleted our fish to take as we were driving back. I've done multiple fishing trips. They do everything correctly and I will book with him again on our next trip to the Bahamas.
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Reported catch:
Wahoo
Response from Captain
January 2, 2026
Thanks for the great review and amazing photos. It was a pleasure having you on board. We hope to fish with you again at some future date.
1
Norman Cornacchini
Norman Cornacchini
5.0
Verified
Chubasco is Top Notch
3/4 Day Trip on July 23, 20254 adults2 children
if you want to have a fishing experience that you will never forget you must consider chartering Chubasco. Captain Mike and Crew will exceed your expectations. they go the extra mile to make sure that they put you on the fish. And when they do, they also make sure that you hook up and bring in many different varieties. Their box lunches are a must when you are out there. We have been chattering trips in many locations throughout the Caribbean over the past 25 years and this was our sixth charter with Chubasco and they never let you down. Captain Mike has been on the water for 38 years and he knows where to go, what to do, and what tackle to use. I am also a charter captain in New England and I recognize a professional group that cares deeply about making your experience one that you will never forget!
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Response from Captain
July 29, 2025
Thanks for your the great review and your continued patronage over the years . We have enjoyed getting to know you and your family and look forward to more great fishing adventures with you in the future.
0
Ben Burris
Ben Burris
5.0
Verified
Great trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 5, 20256 adults2 children
The captain made a good call to change from the usual fishing patter because the fishing had been bad lately. He actually cared and made the effort to get the kids on fish. It was the right move and we caught several fish. The kids had a great time! The mate was very good and helped the kids a lot. He filleted the mutton snapper and the yellowtail and we ate them today. Great experience.
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Response from Captain
July 29, 2025
Thanks for great review and awesome photos. Nothing better than fresh caught fish for dinner.
0
Donald Mize
Donald Mize
3.7
Verified
New
Family Trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on March 24, 20263 adults1 child
Caught one small fish. Communcation was a bit of a challenge. prior to the trip the captain was great at responding and was clear. At the boat we had a hard time understanding the helper. We was told to sit on the upper level which was great on the way out. Then the captain told me im not going to catch anything sitting on the upper level like I was supposed to know what to do. I guess experienced folks would be a better match. wouldn’t recommend a family.
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EDWARD ROBINSON
EDWARD ROBINSON
4.7
Verified
Fish beautiful water in comfort
3/4 Day Trip on January 9, 20268 adults
We had a fine day aboard Chubasco, experienced anglers and beginners. The fish were tough at first but everyone landed a fish including a huge barracuda. Freddie the mate worked very hard to keep lines running and land fish safely. Cap'n Mike took us around some lovely spots.
Response from Captain
January 11, 2026
Thanks for the great review.
0

FAQs about Chubasco - 48’ Hatteras Sportfish

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
8 persons
Boat length
48 ft
Year built
1996
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Hatteras
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
871 Detroit Diesel
Powered by
2 x 485HP
Max cruising speed
18 knots
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