Charters come in two main types: private, where the boat is yours for the day, and shared, where individual seats are sold. Here is how they compare.
- Private The boat is booked for your group alone
- Shared You fish with other people who booked separately
- Private is best for Families, birthdays, corporate outings, serious anglers
- Shared is best for Solo travelers on a budget
Private charter
With a private charter you book the boat for your group. You choose the date, trip length and target, and the day runs on your schedule.
- Your group sets the pace and the plan.
- Great for families, birthdays, bachelor and bachelorette trips, team outings and special occasions.
- Splitting the cost among friends often makes it good value.
- More flexibility to choose the species and the trip type.
Shared (split) charter
On a shared trip, individual anglers buy a seat and fish with other groups. It can be cheaper for one or two people, but you have less control over the plan and the other anglers.
- Lower cost per seat, especially for solo travelers.
- Less flexibility on timing and fish.
- You share the deck and the catch with people you may not know.
Which is right for you?
| If you are | Consider |
|---|---|
| A family or group of friends | Private charter |
| Celebrating something special | Private charter |
| A serious angler with specific targets | Private charter |
| A solo traveler on a budget | Shared trip, if one is available |
Good Mojo charters
We book trips for your group: deep sea fishing, fun cruises and private groups. Request your date and tell us about your crew. See also what affects the price and how to choose a charter.
Ready to put this to work? Request a trip with Good Mojo and tell us what you want to catch, or send us a question first.
Frequently asked questions
What is a private fishing charter?
A private charter means the boat is booked for your group alone, so you set the plan and the pace.
What is a split or shared charter?
On a shared trip, individual seats are sold, so you fish with other groups.
Which is cheaper per person?
A full private boat is often good value for groups. A shared seat can cost less for solo travelers.
Can I book a private charter for a birthday?
Yes. Private charters are popular for birthdays and special occasions.
