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Punta Cana Private Fishing Charter boat Fortuna 42'
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Big Marlin Charters runs a private offshore fishing trip from Punta Cana aboard Fortuna 42. The 6-hour option costs from $849 per boat for up to 8. Private transport covers your hotel ride. Trips start daily at 7:30 a.m. with pickup timing arranged separately. Sandwiches and cold drinks come aboard, so your group won't go hungry on the longer session.
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Punta Cana Private Fishing Charter boat Fortuna 42' at a glance
| Craft | Private fishing boat, Fortuna 42 |
| Duration | 6 hours for the available option |
| Price | from $849 per boat for up to 8 |
| Departs | 7:30 a.m., daily |
| Pickup | Private resort transport, including Cap Cana and Uvero Alto |
| Minimum age | 12 years, children accompanied by adults |
| Fitness | Moderate fitness required |
| Onboard facilities | Cabin with shower and toilet |
| Main trade-off | No children under 12 |
| Guide languages | English |
| Cancellation | Full refund until 24 hours before the start; nothing after |
Read from the operator's listing on the booking page, October 30, 2026. The price is the tour's starting price in U.S. dollars, re-read every day, last on .
What's included
- English speaking First Mate (assistant)
- Professional and experienced Captain
- Private hotel pickup and drop-off (Punta Cana area)
- Professional top class fishing equipment, fresh bait
- Beverages (rum, beer, coke, sprite, bottled water and ice)
- Surcharges on fuel
What's not included
- Gratuities
Options
Which option to book
The charter lasts 6 hours and leaves daily at 7:30 a.m. Sandwiches and drinks come with this trip.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| 6hrs. Offshore fishing charter · 8 seats | 7:30 a.m., daily |
The catch: Children under 12 can't join this fishing trip.
The day
How does the day work?
A private van brings you to the Bávaro boarding area before Fortuna heads offshore for the fishing session.
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Private van
Your group rides from the resort to Playa Bibijagua. The transfer is private for your fishing booking.
- 2
Boarding Fortuna
A small boat takes you from the old public Jellyfish marina to Fortuna. This is a transfer from shore to the fishing boat.
- 3
Offshore fishing
The captain takes Fortuna offshore with fishing tackle and fresh bait aboard. You can use the cabin between turns fishing.
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Return to shore
The boat returns to the coast after the fishing session. Your private hotel ride completes the outing.
You'll get 6 hours of offshore fishing. You return through Playa Bibijagua before your hotel drop-off. Check your resort return time with Big Marlin before you make plans.
Pickup and meeting point
- Resort coverage: Collection serves Punta Cana and Bávaro hotels. Cap Cana and Uvero Alto are covered too, along with Macao.
- Meeting place: Some hotels use the lobby while others require the security gate. Meliá and Barceló are among the gate pickups.
- Assigned time: Check your hotel's pickup time with Big Marlin for the 7:30 a.m. departure.
- Room number: Big Marlin needs your room number after you check in. That detail helps complete the resort pickup arrangements before your fishing day.
Before you book
- Book the 6-hour option for this trip. Your plans need more time than a 4-hour trip allows.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Fortuna fits up to 8 guests for 6 hours of fishing. You must all be 12 or older. Your group needs moderate fitness for the trip. Sandwiches mean you won't have to get through the day on drinks alone.
For a shorter family charter, Sherlock offers 4 hours from $749 per boat for up to 6. It accepts children over 6 with an adult. For afternoon fishing, Mar-Quesa costs from $600 per boat for up to 8.
Who it's not for
- Children under 12
- Groups larger than 8
- Pregnant travelers
- Travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health
Good to know
Know before you go
Every guest must be at least 12 and children need an adult with them. Alcohol is restricted to ages 18 and older.
Moderate fitness is required for the offshore trip. It isn't recommended during pregnancy or with spinal injuries. Poor cardiovascular health is also a restriction, even though the vessel has a cabin where your group can sit between turns fishing.
Fortuna takes up to 8 guests on this private charter. Keep your group within that limit when you book. Your booking goes through at once with a mobile-only ticket, but you still need to arrange hotel pickup.
Your room number is needed after hotel check-in. Some resorts use the main security gate for collection, including Majestic and Barceló. Check your hotel's instructions so the group doesn't wait in the lobby when the van is meeting you elsewhere.
The old public Jellyfish marina on Playa Bibijagua is the boarding location. A small boat takes guests from the shore to Fortuna. That transfer is part of getting aboard, separate from your private van ride to the beach.
Bad weather can cancel the charter. Your own cancellation qualifies for a full refund at least 24 hours before departure. There's no refund after that cutoff, so a change of plans within the last day can cost the booking.
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People also ask
- How much is the Big Marlin Fortuna 42 charter?
The private charter costs from $849 per boat for up to 8. Your hotel van and fuel surcharge are included in the booking. Fishing equipment and bait come aboard too, so your group doesn't need to organize those parts separately before the offshore session.
- How long is the available Fortuna 42 fishing trip?
The available charter runs for 6 hours starting at 7:30 a.m. It operates daily with private hotel transport. Plan the day around that longer session and the hotel ride. Your pickup time is arranged separately, so 7:30 a.m. isn't the time for every hotel.
- Does the Fortuna 42 fishing charter include food?
Yes, sandwiches are included on the 6-hour option. You also get cold drinks during the charter. That gives your group food for the longer session, but it isn't a full restaurant meal or a promise that the crew will cook a fish you catch.
- Does Fortuna 42 have a toilet and cabin?
Yes, the 42-foot yacht has a cabin with a toilet and shower. There's also a bar and seating inside. Your group can use that space between fishing turns during the 6-hour charter, though the outing still takes place offshore and requires moderate fitness.
- Is fishing gear included on Big Marlin's Fortuna 42?
Yes, fishing equipment and fresh bait are supplied for the 6-hour charter. The captain and mate help run the outing. Your own rods aren't needed to take part, while tips remain separate from the included equipment and the private hotel transport.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Tours book on the booking page at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.