YB Normal

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Charter boat YB Normal is here to take you on a fishing trip you won’t soon forget. Docked in Fort Lauderdale, Captain Vinnie has access to some of the most productive fishing grounds on the east coast of Florida. On your trip with YB Normal you’ll have the opportunity to try a variety of fis...

Charter boat YB Normal is here to take you on a fishing trip you won’t soon forget. Docked in Fort Lauderdale, Captain Vinnie has access to some of the most productive fishing grounds on the east coast of Florida. On your trip with YB Normal you’ll have the opportunity to try a variety of fishing techniques. Whether you’re jigging for Snapper while anchored up over a reef, or high-speed trolling for the elusive gamefish of the Atlantic, you’re in for a thrilling day on the water.

YB Normal offers trips suited for anyone’s needs. We’re one of the few boats in the Fort Lauderdale area that offers budget friendly shared trips, where you reserve a seat on the boat, not the whole boat. So if you’re a party of 2 not looking to break the bank of a full day fishing trip, you’ll be able to purchase 2 seats with the other 4 seats being filled with other friendly anglers looking for a good time on the water. And of course, we offer private trips as well! These trips are perfect for families, groups of friends, or anyone looking for a private, custom tailored trip designed to suit YOUR needs. With a maximum capacity of 6, YB Normal has more than enough room for everyone to be comfortably fishing.

Owned and Operated by Captain Vinnie Sacks, a Fort Lauderdale local with over 11 years of professional Captain experience. He’s been fishing and working on boats his whole life, needless to say he knows where the fish are. He’s great with first time anglers, kids, veteran anglers- you name it. He’ll work with you to make sure you’re comfortable with the techniques needed to land anything that bites your hook!

If you decide to book a half day trip, to make the most of our time we’ll mainly be bottom fishing/drift fishing over the abundance of reefs of the coast of Fort Lauderdale. The full day trips allow us the time needed to get to the fishing grounds a little further off the coast where we’ll be chasing the fish found in deeper waters. Sailfish and Tilefish are the two most popular targets for the longer trips, but Mahi Mahi, Blackfin Tuna, Wahoo, and Barracuda also aren’t strangers. On the reef trips, we’ll be landing Grouper, Amberjack, and a variety of Snapper including Yellowtail Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, and Mutton Snapper.

Charter boat YB Normal is a well kept 43ft Sportfish built in 1985. She’s received maintenance on a regular basis and she’s powered by a 400hp John Deere 9.5L Turbo engine. The vessel is fully equipped with all of the gear needed for a great day on the water. Air Conditioning is our most popular feature where you’ll be able to relax in the “Living room” of the boat in between bites or on your way to and from the fishing grounds. And of course, your trip price includes a First Mate, all Rods, Reels, and Tackle, Filleting the day’s catch, and a fishing license for everyone on board.

Make the most of your stay in Fort Lauderdale by booking a trip with YB Normal and Captain Vinnie! We’re looking forward to helping you create memories that will last a lifetime, and leave you wanting to come back for more! Nothing beats the taste of a fresh grouper on the grill after being caught only hours ago… Book your trip today, our availability fills up fast!

Popular Features:

  • Fishing License Included
  • Fish Cleaning Included
  • Toilet On Board
  • Air Conditioning
  • Children Welcome
  • Fishing Tackle Included
  • First Mate
  • Fishing Trips with YB Normal start at: $500.00

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  • Your Captain will provide:

    • Catch Cleaning & Filleting
    • Fishing License
    • Fresh or Live Bait
    • Lures
    • Rods Reels Terminal Tackle

    You’ll need to bring drinks (no glass bottles), snacks, weather appropriate clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.

  • Weather cancellations are at your Captain’s discretion, your safety is their number one priority! You will receive a refund for any weather cancellation, or you can choose to reschedule your trip for a different date.

  • 1784 SE 15th St Fort Lauderdale, FL

    • Amberjack
    • Lesser Amberjack
    • Barracuda
    • Bonito
    • Mahi Mahi
    • Black Grouper
    • King Mackerel
    • Sailfish
    • Sharks
    • Yellowtail Snapper
    • Tilefish
    • Blackfin Tuna
    • Wahoo
    • Cobia
    • Cubera Snapper
    Your Captain will have you targeting the species biting most frequently on the days leading up to your trip!

Trips:

You will have the opportunity to select backup dates in checkout (if applicable)

3 Hour Beginners Trip (AM)

$500.00

Price includes up to 6 guests

7:00am - 10:00am EST (3 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details
This trip is a great option for someone who is looking to get into fishing and would like to try it out for the first time but it also is a great option for someone that is short on time as well. Even though this trip is only 3 hours it still has the opportunity to catch something substantial. Not to mention it won't break the bank. Available for up to 6 guests

Half Day Trip (AM)

$750.00

Price includes up to 6 guests

7:30am - 11:30am EST (4 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

The boat is yours for the morning, so head out to the reef and look for gamefish such as mahi mahi, tuna, kingfish, wahoo, and possibly sailfish

Half Day Trip (PM)

$750.00

Price includes up to 6 guests

1:00pm - 5:00pm EST (4 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Spend the afternoon out fishing for great local food fish like Kingfish, Bonito, and maybe even some Mahi Mahi.

5 Hour Trip (AM)

$875.00

Price includes up to 6 guests

7:00am - 12:00pm EST (5 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details
Very Similar to our 4 hour morning trip, this trip gives you an early start and also and extra hour of fishing. Which could be the difference maker in your total catch. From trolling to bottom fishing this trip has enough time for a few different types of fishing. Available for up to 6 guests

3/4 Day Trip (AM)

$1,000.00

Price includes up to 6 guests

7:00am - 1:00pm EST (6 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

With a couple of extra hours, you can head to deeper water in search of Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Wahoo, Kingfish, and more, or hit deep reefs for Grouper, Snapper, Tilefish, and other great bottom-dwellers.

Full Day Trip

$1,400.00

Price includes up to 6 guests

8:00am - 4:00pm EST (8 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

The boat is yours for the whole day and what you do is up to you. Drop lines way into the deep for huge Snappers and tasty Tilefish, or troll for Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Tuna.

Extended Full Day Trip- Swordfish

$1,800.00

Price includes up to 6 guests

6:30am - 4:30pm EST (10 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details
The true meaning of deep sea fishing, head 20 miles offshore to the Gulf Stream in search of the Broadbill Swordfish, fishing depths up to 2,000 feet of water. Swordfish is the target species, but other catches could include Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and Wahoo.

3/4 Day Trip (PM)

$1,000.00

Offered 03/15/25 - 11/05/25

Price includes up to 6 guests

1:00pm - 7:00pm EST (6 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

With a couple of extra hours, you can head to deeper water in search of Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Wahoo, Kingfish, and more, or hit deep reefs for Grouper, Snapper, Tilefish, and other great bottom-dwellers.

Extended Full Day Trip- Mahi

$1,650.00

Offered 07/20/25 - 10/31/25

Price includes up to 6 guests

6:30am - 4:30pm EST (10 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

You'll be heading out in the morning and fish all day in very productive waters. The target is strictly Mahi, a great eating fish, and great game fish as well.
Customer Reviews
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Awesome Trip!
Great day of fishing! Price was awesome! Vinnie you the man! Hard working individual. Love you guys. My freezer is empty so I'll definitely be back for more.
Great day of fishing! Price was awesome! Vinnie you the man! Hard working individual. Love you guys. My freezer is empty so I'll definitely be back for more.
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Had a blast!!
Great fishing charter. Took us right to the fish and had a blast! Would recommend to anyone. The boat has plenty of space and is very comfortable. Crew is very knowledgeable.
Great fishing charter. Took us right to the fish and had a blast! Would recommend to anyone. The boat has plenty of space and is very comfortable. Crew is very knowledgeable.
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Highly Recommended!
Highly recommend YB Normal fishing charters. My friends and I had a great time out on the water and under Vinnys and Wiley’s watch we caught some nice sized Tuna. They were also very accommodating and got us in on short notice. Messaged them through their Facebook profile and got back to me immediately. Thanks again.
Highly recommend YB Normal fishing charters. My friends and I had a great time out on the water and under Vinnys and Wiley’s watch we caught some nice sized Tuna. They were also very accommodating and got us in on short notice. Messaged them through their Facebook profile and got back to me immediately. Thanks again.
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Additional Features:

  • Saftey Equipment

  • Life Jackets
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • First-aid Equipment
  • Cpr-trained Crew
  • Flares
  • Vhf Radio
  • Navigation

  • Gps
  • Fish Finder
  • Radar
  • Price Includes

  • Catch Cleaning & Filleting
  • Fishing License
  • Fresh Or Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Rods Reels Terminal Tackle
  • First Mate

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