Gradyful Fishing Charters in Pompano Beach

Gradyful Fishing Charters runs from Pompano Beach through Hillsboro Inlet with Captain Shawn Safris. Its vessel, Can-D Man, is a 35-foot Tiara sportfisher. Both shared seats and private trips are offered for up to six anglers.

Contact and booking details

The actual departure is Pompano Beach

Gradyful markets trips to visitors staying in Fort Lauderdale and other nearby towns, but every advertised departure is from its Pompano dock. Use the NE 3rd Street address for planning. Shawn confirms the slip and parking details before the trip.

The site describes a single boat and captain. Morning departures are advertised at 7 a.m., with 12:30 p.m. half days when the schedule permits. Ask about available shared seats if traveling alone or with one other angler.

Can-D Man and its facilities

The Tiara has an air-conditioned cabin and a full stand-up restroom. Outriggers, kite equipment, a livewell, GPS and fish-finding electronics are listed. The open cockpit is set up for fishing rather than a large headboat crowd.

The captain can work reef edges, wrecks and deeper water according to the trip and weather. The operator also describes inlet or inshore alternatives when the ocean is unsuitable. Confirm the actual plan rather than assuming that one advertised running-time estimate applies every day.

Shared seats and whole-boat rates

Shared fishing is listed at $200 per person for four hours or $275 for six. A five-hour shared night snapper outing is $125 per person, with a stated minimum of three anglers and suitable weather. Private rates are $700 for four hours, $900 for six and $1,100 for eight.

Rods, reels, tackle, bait, ice, fuel, fishing license coverage and cleaning a legal catch are included. The mate's gratuity is separate. The website states no added fuel or visitor travel surcharge; still have Shawn confirm the total for the date and package selected.

What the crew fishes for

The operator highlights sailfish and wahoo in cooler months, mahi in warmer periods, and snapper, kingfish and bonito around reef water. Wreck possibilities include amberjack, grouper and larger snapper. Seasonal labels describe opportunities, not a promised catch.

Call or text Shawn with your preferred trip and target. Obtain the reservation and cancellation rules before paying. Ask what food and personal drinks to bring and whether a private trip is better for children or guests needing breaks. A shared trip follows the boat's group plan rather than one passenger's individual wish list.

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: Fishing rods and wake behind the Gradyful charter boat. Photo from Gradyful Fishing Charters.

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