Now Open for the 2024 Season

We’re happy to announce that Early Bird Charters is now open for the 2024 season after a major “spa treatment” for our gal, Troubadour. We’re currently taking bookings for both fishing and boating.

In short: Troubadour received a new motor, a new exhaust system, a new paint job, and much more! Many thanks to the crew at Spar Yard for all their help and support. This project could not have happened without them; a special shout out to Mark, Kareem, and Randy! Bermp! Bermp!

Click “here” to view our short video of Troubadour’s latest transformation on Instagram.

Closed January - April 2024

Happy New Year!

We will be closed for charters January - end of April 2024 for maintence. In short - our fishing vessell, Troubadour, is getting the much needed “Spa Treatment” she deserves!

We’ll be reopening the end of April 2024; the exact date has not been set quite yet. This will ultimately depend on the progress of the maintence during the off season.

In the meantime, please feel free to stay in touch with us via social media.

Cheers,

Cap’t Jim & Melanie West

Bermuda Fishing Charters

New Offer: Ride Along - Fishing Charter

We have a new fishing charter that we’re offering - appropriately titled the “Ride Along”. If you're traveling solo with a flexible schedule and are looking for a real “commercial fishing” experience, this is for you! Unlike other charters, specific dates/times are not reserved rather, the Captain will call the evening before and ask if you want to ride along the next day.

Stephen West Riding Along on “Troubadour”; Photo By: Tripp West

Stephen West Riding Along on “Troubadour”; Photo By: Tripp West

The length of the Ride Along may vary; the trip may consist of a Half Day, 3/4 Day, or Full Day. The trip may may include deep sea or inshore fishing. These decisions will be made by the Captain and will ultimately depend on what type of fish are in season. We’ll keep in touch with you 2 weeks after your initial inquiry date; availability for trips are based on the weather. If customer is not able to join a ride along within the 2 weeks, customers may schedule a “regular” charter.

Customers are welcome to purchase bags of fish caught. A 15% gratuity for the deckhand is encouraged.

Ready for Labor Day Weekend?

The weather for this upcoming Labor Day Weekend in Bermuda is looking mighty fine for some time on the water! With that in mind, we’re now booking private fishing charters and boating charters. Looking to catch a big wahoo or tuna? (Drop a line!) Or perhaps you’d like to cruise around and see the beautiful island of Bermuda from the water & go for a swim? (Heck yea - drop us a line!)

earlybirdcharters@gmail.com | 1-441-516-6498

Evening Boat Cruise with IG Influencers Jackie Greaney & Paul Havel

We had such a great time with Jackie Greaney & Paul Havel during their "Evening Boat Cruise". These two Instagram Influencers flew down from the Great State of Maine to tour the island and promote the Hamilton Princess Hotel & Beach Club in town. With my wife, Melanie, having lived in Maine for a while, we all had loads to chat about.  Be sure to follow these two on social media; their pictures are amazing!

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When “de byes” from @sy_windquest take over “Troubadour” = Good Times & Positive Vibes… (A special thanks to @sseeaanny for the shots!) Fair Winds to our new sailor friends; we’ll see you guys next time! . .
We now know what “tuckernucking” means. Many thanks to the @tuckernuck crew - particularly @stevieejeff - & @shallonhunter - for booking a charter for their photo shoot. Many thanks to Melanie - @fianderfoto - for connecting the dots
Fun in the sun! Thanks for booking @hannahclare18 ! . . . #bermuda #bermudafishing #bermudafishingcharter #deepseafishing #wahoo #fishinginbermuda #gotobermuda #earlybirdchartersbermuda #outhere #fisherman #commercialfishing #charterfishing #letsgof
A stunning image of our gal, “Troubadour” by David Mayne! Thanks for sharing! . . . #classicboat #fishingboat #commercialfishing #bermuda #bermudafishing #earlybirdchartersbermuda #gotobermuda #deepseafiahing #wahoo
Wahooooo! That was fun! . . . #bermuda #bermudafishing #fishingcharter #gotobermuda #letsfish #islandvibes #bluesea #getonthewater #funinthesun #freshfish #cleanfish #wahoo #deepseafishing #reeffishing #seetheotherhalfofbermuda #seastheday #tightlin
One of the most stunning photos of our gal, Troubadour, Cap’t Jim, and some longtails! Special thanks to @lauriezuill for the shot! . . . #bermuda #bermudafishing #fishingcharter #gotobermuda #wearebermuda #islandvibes #bluesea #getonthewater
Winter Fishing in Bermuda = ✅ Special thanks to Erin & Tommy for booking a charter with us; we had a blast! . . #bermuda #bermudafishing #fishingcharter #gotobermuda #bermudadreaming #wearebermuda #ahhbermuda #islandvibes #bluesea #getonthewater
Back home after a long day on the water & greeted with a stunning sunset - such a good feeling! 🎣 Looking to go fishing? Drop us a line! . . . 📸 @fianderfoto . . . #bermudafishing #bermuda #fisherman #fishingrod #letsgofishing #earlybirdcharte

Terms & Agreements

Charters are scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis.  Given the nature of the business, a charter may be canceled or rescheduled by Early Bird Charters due to poor weather, which is decided only by Early Bird Charters. To officially reserve a date for a charter, an initial payment + signed waivers are required. For your convenience, a 20% gratuity will be added to the invoice for groups of two or more.  For Holidays, an additional 20% is added on to the invoice regardless of group size.

 

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