The full offshore trip on Roatan. 8 hours to reach and work the deep-water seamounts and drop-offs. Twin Yamaha 250HP motors, zero diesel fumes, Garmin electronics, elite big-game targeting.
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The full-day deep sea fishing charter is the trip for serious anglers. 8 hours on the water is what it takes to reach the deep-water seamounts off Roatan, spend real time working the drop-offs, and give yourself the best statistical shot at Blue Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, and Wahoo. Half-day trips fish the closer water. Full-day trips reach the water where the trophies actually live.
Dos Reyes Roatan Charter runs the full-day trip from Gibson Bight Marina in Sandy Bay. Our 2024 custom 34-foot center console with twin Yamaha 250HP motors gets you to the deep water 4x faster than the standard island charter, which is the difference between spending most of the day commuting and spending most of the day fishing.
Standard full-day departures leave the marina between 6:00 and 7:00 AM with a target return in the mid-afternoon. Captain Julio Bodden chooses the day's route based on wind, current, and recent bite reports, but the standard offshore run takes us out past the reef edge to the Cayman Trench drop-off and the outer seamounts. This is water most local charters cannot reach in a day. Because our vessel runs at high speed on outboards instead of diesel inboards, we get there fast, we fish there long, and we get back without burning the whole day on transit.
Half-day charters compress the day into a fast in-and-out at the closer water. The full-day charter is different. Here is how the 8 hours unfold when the weather cooperates:
The full-day charter is the only trip in our fleet that includes electric reel deep-drop fishing to 1,200 feet. Deep-drop uses a heavy weighted rig with squid or bonito strip on multi-hook chicken rigs. The electric reel does the retrieval work from depth, which matters because a manual crank from 1,000-plus feet is a 15-minute cardio workout per drop. Target species include Snowy Grouper (peak in cooler months at 600 to 900 ft), Yellowedge Grouper (year-round at 700 to 1,100 ft), Queen Snapper (peak March to October at 500 to 800 ft), and Barrelfish (bonus catch, deep pinnacles). This gear and technique require the 8-hour window and the run to true offshore water. Half-day charters do not have the time budget for deep-drop and do not carry the electric reel.
Full-day range gives us access to Roatan's trophy species:
Full breakdown by month is on our Roatan Fish Species and Best Bite Seasons Guide.
The full-day charter runs on our 2024 custom 34-foot center console. Twin Yamaha 250HP commercial outboards, Garmin plotters and GPS with sonar for precision drop-off positioning, VHF marine radio and EPIRB for satellite communication, USCG-approved safety gear for all ages, expanded shade canopy, premium ergonomic seating, high-fidelity Bluetooth sound system, integrated coolers, and a clean private marine head. Captain Julio Bodden and first mate Eddie lead every trip. The full spec sheet is on our 2024 Boat page.
The full-day charter is designed for guests staying on the island — hotels, private rentals, or our partner Tree Top Suites & Resort. Because it runs 8 hours from marina to marina, it exceeds the typical cruise port window. Cruise passengers should book the morning half-day fishing charter instead, which fits comfortably inside the Back-to-Ship Guarantee.
Base rate covers up to 6 guests and includes fuel, fishing license, professional captain and first mate, all rods, reels, and tackle including electric reel for deep drops up to 1,200 feet, live and cut bait, ice, coolers, safety gear, fresh fruit, water, and snacks. Beer, wine, and full meal service available as add-ons.
Base rate: $1,500 (up to 6 guests). Additional guests: $100 per person. Duration: 8 hours. Maximum: 6 guests recommended for offshore trolling comfort.
Bring your own cooler (up to 36") with food, drinks and ice or take advantage of our add-ons at checkout and leave the carry-ons to us!
*The Captain may have to end or extend the trip for safety if wind or dangerous weather approaches.*
*Please remember the Captain and First Mate are working for you. Tips are not mandatory but very appreciated in the 15 to 20% range of the trip cost.