Don’t Tell Mom Sportfishing in Fort Lauderdale

Don't Tell Mom Sportfishing runs Fort Lauderdale charters with Captain Will Daley and crew. Its 46-foot Hatteras has a cabin, air conditioning and a bathroom. Shared seats and private bookings are available, each with a six-passenger maximum.

Contact and booking details

Will Daley and the crew

Will's biography describes growing up on Long Island and visiting grandparents in Delray Beach. He later worked aboard large private sportfishing yachts before concentrating on South Florida charters. His published qualification is a 100 Gross Ton Master Captain license.

The crew welcomes beginners and families. Sailfish, mahi, snapper and other South Florida fish appear in the menu. Trolling, reef fishing and bottom fishing can be used according to the conditions. Discuss a swordfish outing separately because it requires a different schedule and quote.

A 46-foot Hatteras

The boat is a classic Hatteras sportfisher with a custom tower, tournament outriggers and twin Detroit Diesel engines. Its cockpit includes a fighting chair and room for the charter party. The equipment list describes more than 25 rod-and-reel combinations, with specialized teaser and dredge setups.

Inside are couches, bunks, a galley, refrigerator and microwave. Coolers and bottled water are supplied. The bathroom and air-conditioned cabin give guests somewhere to take a break, though the actual fishing and ride still depend on the sea conditions.

Private prices and shared-seat differences

Private prices are $850 for four hours, $1,050 for five, $1,250 for six and $1,650 for eight. The dedicated rate page lists shared seats at $199 for four hours or $398 for eight. The homepage gives lower shared figures, so confirm the current per-person charge when booking.

An eight-hour shared reservation may be operated as two four-hour trips on the same day if the full-day boat cannot be filled. Ask whether you will remain out continuously. The listed 20 percent deposit has cancellation wording that needs clarification about the 48-hour cutoff. Credit-card transactions carry a posted 5 percent fee.

Included supplies and the dock

Captain and mate, fuel, fishing licenses, rods, tackle and standard bait are included. Live bait is excluded from most packages. Fish cleaning, bags and ice are provided for legal fish kept. Gratuity is separate from the fare.

Bring snacks, extra drinks and sunscreen, and avoid glass aboard. The operator offers discounted parking but asks guests to carpool because spaces are limited. Get the arrival time and parking instructions for 301 Seabreeze Boulevard. Contact the crew directly if you need a longer trip or have a particular fishing goal.

Details checked October 10, 2026, using the operator’s published information. Rates, boats, meeting points and policies can change; confirm the final trip details directly. Listed species describe possible targets, not a guaranteed catch or an open harvest season.

Featured photo: Young angler displaying a mahi mahi aboard Don't Tell Mom Sportfishing. Photo from Don't Tell Mom Sportfishing.

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