Private 38' Defender Sportfishing/Swim with Pigs in Nassau
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Private 38' Defender Sportfishing/Swim with Pigs in Nassau

By Hunter Charters
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Welcome to our 38' Defender Express based out of Nassau, Bahamas. Here on this vessel we welcome you with open arms to Families and Kids. We specialized in Bottom Fishing, Snorkeling, Sightseeing and Swimming with the Pigs which is a separate fee on that island, however your wish is our Command. We also provide snorkel gear, fishing gear, water, ice and bait.
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Ages 0-120
Duration: 4h
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Live guide: English
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  • Bottled water
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Ice and Fishing Equipment
  • Private Tour
What's not included
  • Gratitutes
  • Swimming with Pigs fee = $30


Start:
  • Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Bahamas, 2 Marina Drive Paradise Island N.P, The Bahamas
    We meet you at the Margaritaville Dock, their is also a $6 per person charged for all boats that pickup from there.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Infants must sit on laps
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 104231P4

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 104231P4

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    $850.00
    per group (up to 7)
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    • Hunter Charters
      344
      Nassau, Bahamas
      Joined in June 2012
    • Roxanne P
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great fun fishing in the Bahamas!
      Great crew and experience sport fishing! Very professional, easy to reserve and D’Angelo and kamar were so good with our six year old - making sure he had an unforgettable experience!
      Written February 1, 2025
    • 679meagang
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wahoo for Days!
      We ate Wahoo for days thanks to D’Angelo on the the Lady Jenny! We had a great day deep sea fishing with Hunter Charters. The service was 10 out of 10, very accomadating and very nice! We chartered strike zone for a snorkel day and did a quick stop at rose island and then snorkeled a reef for a bit. D’Angelo dropped some lines in again for us and we caught a Needlefish! 👏🏻👏🏻
      Written January 10, 2025
    • T5452KAjk
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Charter fishing, sight seeing and snorkeling.
      Went out two different days during out week long vacation. First we went on Lady Jenny to do some deep sea and light tackle fishing with Captain Jake and first mate D’Angelo. These guys were super nice and helpful, there were beautiful views along with 30+ pound Wahoo out of it!! Our second day we went snorkeling with on Strike Zone with D’Angelo at captain and Jayden as the first mate. This was awesome we went out to a private beach and also fished a little as well, caught a beautiful needle. The snorkeling was great, swam with turtles and many different kinds of fish. 100/10 for all these guys!!!!!
      Written January 10, 2025
    • maxkM2137DD
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Snorkeling
      Me and my family decided to book the Snorkeling trip and it was 100% worth it. We were picked up and dropped off right on time, on the way out, D’angelo and Jayden set up fishing rods and sure enough, I caught a needlefish. This was a surprise because I thought I was snorkeling! After that he brought us to an island with a beautiful beach and a great snorkeling spot where my family and I were able to swim with sea turtles and many fish. We swam there, then hit one more spot to snorkel. This tour was great and I recommend it to anyone visiting Nassau, Bahamas. Thank you!
      Written January 10, 2025
    • nadialW2357EY
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fishing trip for the family
      Our captain and crew were amazing ! they were so patient with our boys and they helped them catch many great fish ! we had a great time.
      Written January 2, 2025
    • bethw916
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing Experience!
      Totally worth the money! We were on the Lady Jenny with Captain Jake and D’Angelo. None of the other boats were catching anything, but they hooked us up with the elusive Wahoo. We did 3 different types of fishing and saw the pigs! Great time and great memories!
      Written December 30, 2024
    • X5952ZAalexanderc
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great inshore fishing experience
      The guys at Hunter Charters were great, I highly recommend to anyone looking to fish in the Bahamas. They picked a very active spot away from the crowds where the fish were constantly biting. Just had to drop the lure and seemingly got a bite right away. Caught 7-8 different species of local fish. Good fishing and good company, will look to book again next time we visit.
      Written December 26, 2024
    • Jafortho
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highly recommend!
      Highly recommend! Captain “D” and Kamar took care of everything. They made sure we had a great catch and an awesome time. If you want to spend a nice day on the water, you can’t go wrong with these guys.
      Written December 24, 2024
    • frankwB9078RN
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best Bahama inshore fishing trip
      Awesome bottom fishing trip with Capt PJ and Best Mate D’ Angelo. We did a 6 hour trip and it was non stop action. No wasting time on a long boat trip as PJ had us catching fish after just a short 25 minute boat ride. Grouper, Barracuda, Yellow tail, Grunts, and Trigger fish. D’Angelo was working non stop making sure we always had fresh bait and kept up with us by taking off every fish we caught. He also setup a large rig with some large bait to see what would bite. Withing an hour we had two sharks that put our reeling skills to the test as these were strong fish and PJ had us moving all around the boat as the sharks made several runs to get off but we landed both of them. We have been fishing at the Bahamas for several years but this is the first time with Hunter Charters and it was by far our best trip ever in the Bahamas. We will be coming back and going out with Capt PJ and D’Angelo many more times in the future.
      Written November 30, 2024
    • EvansvilleAces
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Time Fishing!
      Fabulous time fishing! Plus swam/fed pigs! Caught wahoo and snapper! Super nice boat, great guide Captain Jake and Kamar! Would highly recommend!
      Written November 30, 2024
    • Mike W
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Thanksgiving feast
      Fantastic time on the Inagua Salt with Captain Alex and Mate Jay. We had 7 of us with 2 8 yo boys on Thanksgiving day. Everyone caught fish and had a great time. 3 wahoo, 2 mahi mahi, kingfish, and a bunch of barracudas.
      Written November 28, 2024
    • Seaside16393756648
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great experience!
      We actually went on two trips with them while on vacation in Nassau. The first was a 6 hour charter for 8 people to see turtles, snorkel, swim with pigs, etc. Kamal and Jake were great and very knowledgeable. The second was a 6 hour fishing charter for 4 people. Andre and Jake were great to hang out with and helped us catch great fish. We really enjoyed both trips. Definitely recommend!
      Written October 23, 2024
    • Getaway318914
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great snorkeling and fishing
      Such a great experience with fishing and snorkeling! Fabulous time. Highly recommend. Staff made it simple and catered to every need.
      Written October 9, 2024
    • kristingP372SC
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best day in the Bahamas
      We had the best day with PJ and Kamar on the Y Knot:) They were always making sure we were happy :) we did the perfect combo of seeing all the important spots as well as some fishing thrown in there! If you want a fun day, sign up with this group!
      Written September 20, 2024
    • tiffanyjZ9106CB
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fun, easy going and would recommend!
      Best fishing experience we have had on a charter! Alex and Jay were very friendly, easy going and knowledgeable. Felt like friends took us fishing verse a paid charter. I would 10/10 recommend booking with them! If/when we come back we won’t hesitate to go again! We caught 10 black fin tuna! Such a fun experience!
      Written September 11, 2024
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    5.0
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    lys0412
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Family
    Excellent experience. The captain and first mate were excellent and helped made sure our little kids had an amazing fishing experience.
    My son is a little bit nervous on boats but Captain Andree kept talking him through what was happening and why the boat was moving in certain ways.
    First mate Kamar looked after the kids so the adults could snorkel for a little while.
    The price was very reasonable and the booking process was straight forward, Rebecca was very helpful.
    This day out was the highlight of our trip.
    Written August 17, 2023
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    Ryan
    Friendswood, TX35 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had an amazing experience on our boating excursion in the Bahamas aboard the Strike Zone! Captains D'Angelo and Ryan were absolutely fantastic, demonstrating their expertise and hospitality throughout the trip. Within minutes of leaving the marina, they had us reeling in fish! Our catch included a wide range of species like barracuda, sheephead, triggerfish, and yellowtail.

    After a successful morning of fishing, we headed to a beautiful snorkeling location on our way back to the marina. The underwater views were incredible, and the kids were thrilled to see even more marine life up close. It was truly a perfect family adventure.

    The trip was well-organized, family-friendly, and fun for everyone. The owner was also incredibly easy to work with, making the booking process seamless. We highly recommend this excursion—it’s an experience you won’t want to miss if you’re visiting the Bahamas!
    Written November 30, 2024
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    Odyssey17061444168
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2024 • Family
    Captain D’Angelo and Mike were really great. They set up my husband and 2 sons with fishing and ensured they were successful in reeling and catching fish. My 11yo was reeling in fish left and right! He caught a parrotfish, while my 17yo caught a triggerfish. Strawberry grouper, grunt, sand fish were the other fish they caught. Afterwards they took us to a snorkeling spot with a nice living reef full of colorful fish. We would highly recommend this charter, our family had a really nice outing.
    Written June 27, 2024
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    Dawn H
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2024 • Family
    Mike and D’Angelo were great! They took us to a couple different fishing spots, then onto a great area to snorkel. They were very attentive and informative. We loved that we were able to have the fish cleaned for us then have it cooked up at a local restaurant.
    Written July 10, 2024
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    Kevin S
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2024 • Couples
    We booked the Defender Strike Zone with Hunter Charters at the last minute. We could not have asked for a better crew than D’Angelo and Mike. D’Angelo knew where the fish were biting and he was able to put us right on top of them. D’Angelo and Mike made our fishing experience very enjoyable and we caught a number of fish. I caught a large red fish and my wife a first time fisherman was able to catch the most fish out of us all with the help of Mike. My wife and sister-in-law whom have never fished before today really had a very good time and the trip exceeded their expectations. Thank you D’angelo’s and Mike we had a very good experience.
    Written March 13, 2024
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    Evan W
    20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2024 • Family
    What an amazing experience! Everything from pickup to fish prep and CATCHING A BULL SHARK was amazing! Mike and D’Angelo were so knowledgeable and kind and made it fun for the parents and the kids. Non stop fun and excitement as they prepped the poles and had one waiting after another! We caught grouper, snapper, some bait fish and did I mention the Bull Shark!? It got away once but D’Angelo did not give up and after a second catch and a 20 minute fight we saw the shark up close - we are still in shock at how cool of an experience.

    This is our second time fishing with Hunter Charters and it won’t be the last! Thank you Mike and D’Angelo for core memories for us and the kiddos!
    Written July 10, 2024
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    Eva W
    6 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    We booked a full day charter on the Morning Ride. The owner Paul was a very good communicator & was at the dock to greet us upon our return. The Captain & deckhand worked hard & we had a great day of fishing - caught 2 Mahi, 2 wahoo, 2 sharks & 4 barracudas (NOT a typical day’s catch - we were lucky & found a long line of seaweed that produced great outcomes).
    The disappointment came in the condition of the boat. It has not been properly maintained. The diesel motors on the boat were so loud, the engine percussion & the fumes were inescapable regardless of the location on the boat. The carpet in the head was soaked - yuck. We were ready to call the day off early due to the percussion/fumes.

    Crew was great. Boat was terrible!
    Written March 15, 2024
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    Ian S
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2024 • Family
    Great crew, really patient with inexperienced newbie fishermen. My son was thrilled with the whole experience and so excited when the shout of ‘fish on’ went up. Great recommendation of a local restaurant (Poop Deck) to cook our catch for lunch too - thank you.
    Written April 6, 2024
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    Marcin P
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2024 • Family
    Went for fishing with family of four. DiAngelo and Mike were great, took care of our kids keep the trip interesting and we caught bunch of fish. Highly recommending the crew and the fishing trip
    Written April 2, 2024
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    Rusty E
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2023 • Family
    We spent 8 hours with Capt Andre and Kamar, from the time we met them at the gate they were professional and friendly. They asked what we wanted to do and they set out to do just that. We ended up all catching tuna with a yellow fin in the mix. We then went to swim with the pigs, it was OK, we can mark it off the list. The crew stayed busy making sure we had what we needed and asking if there was anything else we needed. Lunch on Rose Island was excellent, we invited the crew to join us and we are glad that they did. I would highly recommend and will be booking again when we return.
    Written July 18, 2023
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    Private 38' Defender Sportfishing/Swim with Pigs in Nassau provided by Hunter Charters

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