You can sign up for a 1/2 day fishing or 3/4 day fishing or a full day fishing charters. Fishing charters can start as early as 7:00 A.M.The half-day fishing charter lasts for about 4 hours and the three-quarter day  fishing charter will last about 6 hours. For the half and 3/4 day fishing charters depending on sea conditions, you will head out to the South Drop of St. Maarten located approximately     4.5 miles (20 minutes) from the port. This area is actually a ledge that runs from Puerto Rico to as far as Dominica.This ledge better known as the Puerto Rican Trench also runs between St. Maarten and St. Kitts and is a favorite hangout for big game fish of all species. Trips include complementary drinks with a small snack along with bait and tackle.

Captain Lance and the crew of the "Raphaella" warmly welcome all cruise ship passengers for 1/2 day deep sea fishing or 3/4 Day deep sea fishing charter - Captain Lance and the crew of the "Raphaella" warmly welcome all cruise ship passengers to the Port of Philipsburg St.Maarten and St.Martin, especially those who have signed up for 1/2 day deep sea fishing or 3/4 Day deep sea fishing expedition on the "Raphaella". Raphaella and Captain Lance for the past 5 years have been the fishing vessel of choice for most of our cruise ship guests visiting our St Maarten port in Great Bay.In addition to Deep Sea Fishing Charter St Maarten has to offer, you will find a vast amount of tourist attractions just minutes away from the Cruise ship Dock in Phillipsburg, St.Maarten.Our beautiful beaches are walking distance away, so get away for the day and enjoy an exciting day of St Maarten Deep Sea Fishing Charter. Its our goal to ensure your comfort and enjoyment for the day, so come on out and go on a fish charter, swimming/snorkeling on the beaches or just lay on the white sands of our beaches and enjoy the St.Maarten Sun! We also welcome arriving cruise ship passengers from: