Captain
William Daley

Member since April 2025 Fort Lauderdale, United States
Background
I grew up on Long Island, NY, where I landed my first job at a marina—running the launch and fixing boats. That’s where my love for the water and fishing really took off. Not long after, I started working on big, multi-million dollar sportfishing yachts, chasing Tuna, Marlin, Wahoo, Mahi, Swordfish, Sharks, and Tilefish out in the canyons off Long Island. In my early 20s, I bought my own boat and named it Don't Tell Mom. That name stuck with me—so when I sold the boat, moved down to South Florida, and started running charters, I knew exactly what I was going to call my business. These days, I do everything I can to make sure my clients feel safe, comfortable, and have the best day possible out on the water. Whether you're an experienced angler or stepping on a boat for the first time, I’ll go the extra mile to provide a memorable trip for you and hopefully catch you something you'll never forget!
Techniques
I really enjoy doing any type of fishing, but bottom fishing, trolling, kite fishing, wreck fishing, chunking, jig and pop, deep dropping, and shark fishing are some of my favorite methods.

Hey, I'm Captain William Daley

Fort Lauderdale, United States
Background
I grew up on Long Island, NY, where I landed my first job at a marina—running the launch and fixing boats. That’s where my love for the water and fishing really took off. Not long after, I started working on big, multi-million dollar sportfishing yachts, chasing Tuna, Marlin, Wahoo, Mahi, Swordfish, Sharks, and Tilefish out in the canyons off Long Island. In my early 20s, I bought my own boat and named it Don't Tell Mom. That name stuck with me—so when I sold the boat, moved down to South Florida, and started running charters, I knew exactly what I was going to call my business. These days, I do everything I can to make sure my clients feel safe, comfortable, and have the best day possible out on the water. Whether you're an experienced angler or stepping on a boat for the first time, I’ll go the extra mile to provide a memorable trip for you and hopefully catch you something you'll never forget!
Techniques
I really enjoy doing any type of fishing, but bottom fishing, trolling, kite fishing, wreck fishing, chunking, jig and pop, deep dropping, and shark fishing are some of my favorite methods.
Our Team
Christina M.
First mate
Zach J.
First mate
Logan G.
Captain

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(20 reviews)
Fort Lauderdale
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Trips from US $214

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 20 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (33)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Caught fish
100%
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full Day with Captain Daley

Full-Day Deep Sea Sportfishing Trip on February 26, 2025
Everyone I know whoโ€™s fished with Donโ€™t Tell Mom Sport Fishing has come back raving about their experienceโ€”Captain William...
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Brad Z.
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
Overall

Perfect Morning

VERIFIED   NEW  Half-Day Deep Sea Sportfishing Trip on November 27, 2025
Great trip. Capt Will lets you decide what you want to do and takes care of as much or as little as you want. Couldnโ€™t ask...
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip

March 4, 2025
The captainโ€™s expertise and enthusiasm for fishing were evident from the start. He navigated us to prime spots, and we hauled...
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Rebecca K.
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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DO tell Mom! Tell Dad - Tell the kids

VERIFIED   Half Day Private Charter (PM) on October 10, 2025
My husband and I had a great day out on Donโ€™t Tell Mom - The boat was well equipped and we caught a ton of different types...
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Raymon B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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A great time

VERIFIED   Full-Day Deep Sea Sportfishing Trip on July 19, 2025
Will and Zach worked tirelessly to put us on some fish. Changed gear ,changed locations.. it was evident that the crew wanted...
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