"Big Marlin" Private Charter – Sherlock 39' 

4.7
(229 reviews)
 Playa Bibijagua, Punta Cana, 23000, Dominican Republic–

"Big Marlin" Private Charter – Sherlock 39' 

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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39 ft
6
4.7
(229 reviews)

Big Marlin Charters welcome you down to Punta Cana to spend the day fishing offshore for the biggest of big game pelagics. Target Blue and White Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, and more in the deep waters just a short boat ride away. This is blue water fishing just without the long travel times.

You will be fishing aboard the 'Sherlock II', a 39' Mediterranean sportfisher powered by twin Cummins 450s up to a cruising speed of 23 knots - impressive considering her size. She can carry six guests with ease and is equipped with everything you will need for the perfect day on the water.

The boat features a large flybridge to take in the view on your way to the fishing ground and a spacious interior with a full bathroom, galley, salon, and stateroom, making it your home-from-home on the high seas.

The Sherlock II is more than just a pleasure cruiser, though. She is equipped with the latest electronics to get you locked on the fish, outriggers to best target them once you are there, and a fighting chair to make sure you bring in even the fiercest pelagic predators.

You won't need three guesses to figure out what Big Marlin Charters specializes in. The crew are heavy tackle experts, who will get you trolling the deep and hooking fish you can only dream of. All trips come with pick up, drop off, and a selection of drinks to keep you cool and in high spirits on the high seas.

Don't forget to bring a towel, sunscreen, seasick medication if needed, and beach shoes that you can easily take off.

So climb aboard and let the Big Marlin team show you how they earned their name.

Big Marlin Charters welcome you down to Punta Cana to spend the day fishing offshore for the biggest of big game pelagics. Target Blue and White Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, and more in the deep waters just a short boat ride away. This is blue water fishing just without the long travel times.

You will be fishing aboard the 'Sherlock II', a 39' Mediterranean sportfisher powered by twin Cummins 450s up to a cruising speed of 23 knots - impressive considering her size. She can carry six guests with ease and is equipped with everything you will need for the perfect day on the water.

The boat features a large flybridge to take in the view on your way to the fishing ground and a spacious interior with a full bathroom, galley, salon, and stateroom, making it your home-from-home on the high seas.

The Sherlock II is more than just a pleasure cruiser, though. She is equipped with the latest electronics to get you locked on the fish, outriggers to best target them once you are there, and a fighting chair to make sure you bring in even the fiercest pelagic predators.

You won't need three guesses to figure out what Big Marlin Charters specializes in. The crew are heavy tackle experts, who will get you trolling the deep and hooking fish you can only dream of. All trips come with pick up, drop off, and a selection of drinks to keep you cool and in high spirits on the high seas.

Don't forget to bring a towel, sunscreen, seasick medication if needed, and beach shoes that you can easily take off.

So climb aboard and let the Big Marlin team show you how they earned their name.

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2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $650
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
US $650
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Extended Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $1,250
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

4.7
229 reviews
4.6
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (257)

What anglers say

90%
Great experience
82%
Family friendly
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
83%
Caught fish

Reviews (229)

  • David Castle
    David Castle
    Repeat angler
    us
    Washington, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Fantastic Day!

    Extended Full Day Trip on October 20, 2026 • 6 adults

    Overall great experience. We had a prompt pickup from our hotel to bring us to the boat. Within minutes of boarding the boat (Sherlock 39) , we were under way. Fishing started with four fish at once , and within the first hour we had more than 10 fish. The captain and mate were both highly experienced and enthusiatic about finding more fish. I highly recommend.

  • Matt Lucas
    Matt Lucas
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2024
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the DR seas!

    Extended Full Day Trip on June 3, 2026 • 6 adults

    The captain and first mate Andy did a great job of putting us on fish. The captain knows the area inside and out and Andy worked hard keeping our baits fresh and getting our fish in the boat. First class hospitality! We landed multiple Mahi and Baracuda. It was a great experience and we cannot wait to come back.

  • Ty Siever
    Ty Siever
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience

    3/4 Day Trip on July 9, 2026 • 2 adults

    Very punctual and great communication through the whole trip. They gave us private transport from the resort to the marina all included in the original cost. Everything was super smooth and they had good equipment for us on the trip. I would definitley use them again.

  • Bill Brinkman
    Bill Brinkman
    us
    Idaho, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    adventure of the day

    3/4 Day Trip on July 29, 2026 • 2 adults

    Fishing was on the slow side only caught 3 fish teo baracudas and one mahi mahi. but the Capt Yusteas and mate Andy were very nice and did what they could to help catch fish but the bite was just slow for that day. hence why they call it fishing!!!!!

  • Matthew Bastian
    Matthew Bastian
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2025
    4.3
    Verified

    Solid Trip overall

    Half Day Trip (AM) on December 30, 2025 • 5 adults

    Was a beautiful day on the water. First mate Andy/Andre was pretty awesome, my boys each caught a nice Barracuda. We started out about 20 min late, and did not make up the time. the last few hours were unsuccessful, but thats why we call it fishing and not catching. My only suggestion was maybe having the opportunity to maybe bottom fish on the way back so we’d have had an opportunity to catch something else when trolling went cold. Still a solid trip overall with my family 👍

  • Christian Collier
    Christian Collier
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Crew was fantastic.

    3/4 Day Trip on April 17, 2026 • 4 adults

    Rosario (Captian) and Andy (First Mate) were awesome. Caught a few fish- including a wahoo which is what we wanted. They both worked hard to take good care of us and knew what they were doing. No communication problems at all!

  • BERNARD MCGINTY
    BERNARD MCGINTY
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    4 trips
    3.7
    Verified

    Fishing with Yustas

    3/4 Day Trip on January 13, 2026 • 4 adults

    Our group fished for 2 days on the Sherlock II and the Dog Gone, mixing our 2 groups between both boats. The captains and mates were friendly and competent. We caught a few barracuda and 1 mahi between 8 guys on the 2 boats. we did take the Mahi home and grilled it for dinner and it was delocious. That’s why they call it fishing and not catching 🤗. Overall, the day on the water was fun and we had a lot of good laughs, but it would have been more enjoyable if the fishing equipment was geared for smaller fish. we had a great time and would use them again in the future. Being an avid fisherman, I understand that catching fish is not guaranteed.🎣

  • Courtney Grosdeck
    Courtney Grosdeck
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Yustas

    3/4 Day Trip on July 6, 2026 • 2 adults
  • Tony Scaringella
    Tony Scaringella
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Nice trip!

    3/4 Day Trip on April 8, 2026 • 6 adults • 4 children

    Seas are a liittle rough this time of year. Eddie & Captain are excellent. Eddie works very hard to make it a fun trip for the whole group especially the kids! Caught barracuda and Dorado. No big fish, but thats fishing!

  • Kevin Schiefelbein
    Kevin Schiefelbein
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    best trio of my life

    Extended Full Day Trip on November 18, 2025 • 2 adults

    had such a great time with the first mate andy, talking on fishing trip and just having a blast

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
39 ft
Year built
1997
Boat manufacturer
Mediterranean
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots
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