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🎣 Book Your Next Adventure with Don't Tell Mom Sportfishing! 🌊
Discover what makes fishing in Fort Lauderdale truly unforgettable.
From Sailfish and Amberjack to Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Blackfin Tuna, and even Hammerhead Sharks, these waters are teeming with world-class catches. Depending on the season and conditions, you’ll have the chance to hook into a wide variety of species using trolling, bottom fishing, and even kite fishing—a thrilling technique Capt. Will is excited to show you.


🛥️ Your fishing vessel is a customized 46' Hatteras Sportfish, equipped with:
Room for up to 6 passengers
Outriggers & Downriggers
2 Massive Live Bait Wells
Custom Fighting Chair w/ Rocket Launcher
Tuna Tower
Full Galley
Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Coolers w/ Ice
Onboard toilet for comfort
Rods, reels, bait & tackle are included

You’ll be joined by a First Mate to ensure everything runs smoothly. (Remember, it’s customary to tip your mate 15–30% for their hard work!)

✅ No need to worry about fishing licenses—you’re covered under the charter. 

🎒 What to bring:
Sunscreen
Hat & sunglasses
Food & Drinks (Bottled Water Provided!)

So… how often do you find yourself daydreaming about being out on the water?
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Don't Tell Mom Sportfishing

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Spend an unforgettable full day sport fishing in Fort Lauderdale aboard Don’t Tell Mom, our custom 46' Hatteras Sportfish. This private charter is perfect for serious anglers, families, or groups seeking action-packed deep sea adventure in the Atlantic.

Fish alongside our experienced crew and target an exciting mix of species like sailfish, mahi-mahi, tuna, wahoo, snapper, grouper, amberjack, and even sharks. Whether you’re chasing big game or steady bites, we tailor the trip to your preference!

Full-Day Deep Sea Sportfishing Trip

Full-Day Deep Sea Sportfishing Trip with Don't Tell Mom Sportfishing

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William Daley

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Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States

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Looking to explore the thrill of deep sea fishing in Fort Lauderdale without booking a private trip? Our 4-Hour Shared Sportfishing Charter is the perfect choice. Join fellow anglers on an unforgettable ride aboard our 46' Hatteras Sportfish—designed for comfort, performance, and serious fishing.

Chase exciting species like sailfish, mahi-mahi, tuna, wahoo, snapper, grouper, and even big game sharks. Whether you're a beginner or a fishing fanatic, our expert crew will make it an unforgettable experience!

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Shared Deep-Sea Sportfishing

Kick off your next adventure with a 4-hour private sportfishing charter in Fort Lauderdale aboard our 46’ Hatteras Don’t Tell Mom. Perfect for families or small groups seeking excitement without spending the whole day at sea.

With up to 6 guests on board, you'll head offshore with an expert crew ready to put you on mahi, sailfish, tuna, wahoo, snapper, grouper, and more. Whether it’s trolling, kite fishing, or bottom fishing, we tailor each trip to match the conditions and your goals.

Half-Day Deep Sea Sportfishing Trip

Half-Day Deep Sea Sportfishing Trip - 1:00 PM

Set off on an exciting 5-hour private sportfishing charter in Fort Lauderdale aboard the 46’ Hatteras Don’t Tell Mom. This perfectly timed trip is great for those who want more action than a half-day charter but don’t need the full-day commitment.

With our experienced crew and top-tier gear, you’ll chase species like sailfish, mahi-mahi, tuna, wahoo, snapper, grouper, amberjack, and more. Depending on the conditions, we fish using trolling, kite fishing, bottom fishing, and wreck fishing.

5-Hour Deep Sea Fishing Charter

5-Hour Deep Sea Fishing Charter - 1:00 PM

Set off on an exhilarating 6-hour private sport fishing trip in Fort Lauderdale aboard our custom 46’ Hatteras Don’t Tell Mom. Perfect for friends, families, or serious anglers, this deep sea charter gives you the perfect balance of fishing time and flexibility.

With our expert crew, you’ll target an exciting range of species such as sailfish, mahi-mahi, tuna, wahoo, king mackerel, barracuda, snapper, grouper, amberjack, and sharks. Depending on conditions we'll troll, kite fish, bottom fish, & much more

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