Can you fish on a yacht charter?

Yes, you can fish on most yacht charters — many boats carry rods, and crews will troll lines between anchorages. The usual setup is trolling for mahi, wahoo, or tuna on passage, plus light-tackle or handline fishing at anchor. Serious sport fishing runs through a dedicated fishing boat the crew can arrange for a day. One thing varies by country: the paperwork. The Bahamas require a sportfishing permit for visiting vessels and cap trolling at six lines; the BVI require a recreational fishing permit for anyone who wets a line. The crew handles the permits when told in advance — so put fishing on the preference sheet. The chef cooks the catch that night. See what to expect aboard.