Less Cruising. More Catching

When you step aboard Lucky Bastard Fishing Charters, you are fishing with Captain Martin, an owner-operator and Jamaican-born master angler with over 35 years of experience navigating these specific waters.

Captain Martin possesses a rare, advanced skill: tracking pelagic bird behaviors on the horizon. While other charter boats waste your limited vacation time slowly cruising empty blue water hoping for a random strike, Captain Martin spot moving schools of bait. When the birds dip, he knows exactly where the subsurface feeding frenzies are happening. No guessing. No hoping.

The Lucky Bastard Offshore Advantage

We combine ancestral tracking skills with a high-performance vessel to give you the most efficient, action-packed private charter in Montego Bay.

• High-Speed Intercept: Our 30' Grady White Sailfish is built for speed and stability, powered by twin 200hp Mercury outboards. No diesel fumes. Once we spot the bird activity, we throttle up and get you to the coordinates before the school moves on.

• Maximize Your Hook-Time: Because our tracking and vessel are highly efficient, we don’t need to drag you out on exhausting all-day trips. We get you straight to the action fast.

• Target Species: We target schools of Tuna, explosive Mahi Mahi, and legendary Blue Marlin in the deep pelagic zones.

• Big Game and Light Tackle Options: You can choose your targeted experience.

💰 Private Charter Rates & Options

Private charters for up to 4 guests max. Maximum comfort and hands-on fishing.

⏱️ 4-Hour Express Charter

Perfect for a quick, hard-hitting offshore run. Blue water is minutes from the dock.

• 1–2 Guests: US$590

• 3–4 Guests: US$650

⏱️ 5-Hour Mid-Day Run

Our most popular option. Gives us extra time to track shifting bird patterns further offshore.

• 1–2 Guests: US$850

• 3–4 Guests: US$900

• 🔥 Lucky Bonus: If the afternoon sea conditions remain calm and beautiful, extra time is on us at no additional charge!

🌊 Why We Don't Run Longer Trips (Your Comfort First)

Every afternoon, the North Trade winds pick up, making the Caribbean Sea choppy and uncomfortable. We refuse to keep you out on rough seas just to pad our pockets. Because our bird-tracking method is so efficient, we get you the full deep-sea experience and back to safety before the afternoon chop rolls in.

🏝️ VIP Pickup at Doctor's Cave Beach

We pick you up right from the heart of the Hip Strip at the world-famous Doctor's Cave Beach. Walk right from the white sand onto our fast 30' Grady White, and we will have you out in the deep blue zones in minutes. Beach Catch-N-Dine options exist after the fishing trip.  

🎒 What’s Included & What You Can Bring

Included on Every Trip:

• Top-Tier Fishing Gear: Premium rods, reels, and fresh bait.

• Local Jamaican Snacks: Complimentary traditional Jamaican Snack Buns.

• Ice-Cold Refreshments: Plentiful bottled waters kept on ice.

• Expert Captain & Crew: Professional guiding and fish cleaning by Captain Martin.

Bring Your Own Option:

• You are always welcome to bring your own snacks and beverages to load into our coolers.

• Specialty Alcohol Add-ons: Want specific beers or spirits waiting for you on ice? You can add specialty alcohol directly to your booking at an extra charge right on our reservation form.

If you would like to join us while you are on vacation in Jamaica or you live here, please submit any of our request forms and we will get back to you.

Countless Successful Trips [ Fishing Reports ]

Come experience the hunt; hook up and fight with us!