Acklins BoneFish Tournament (AFTA) 

Acklins BoneFish Tournament invites you for an unforgettable tournament fishing trip in Chesters, Bahamas. You and Captain Vance Johnson will embark on inshore, nearshore, as well as offshore and spend two days on the water having a great time catching fish. Come aboard and enjoy this fun and family-friendly trip that will surely bring you lots of exciting and enjoyable moments!

The lodging capacity is 70 guests and you’ll be provided with boats. You’ll use a 16’ Action Craft flats boat that runs on a 70 HP Yamaha engine and uses comprehensive navigation technology in order to efficiently take you to the fish. The boat’s equipped with outriggers, downriggers, tuna tubes, snorkeling gear, and a livewell. Your lodge is air-conditioned and wheelchair-accessible, and has got a kitchen, toilet, showers, and beds. There’s also a TV, multimedia system, refrigerator, and an ice-box you can use. There will even be a first mate on board to give you any needed help.

On your trip, you’ll target Bonefish and Great Barracuda using light tackle fishing and handline. Depending on your catch, you’ll be allowed to keep it and take it home. Smoking and alcohol are allowed but only in the designated areas. Also, you’re more than welcome to bring kids aboard and have a lovely family time together.

Captain Vance will provide live bait, lures, catch cleaning, food, and drinks. Yours is to bring your fishing gear and licenses. The captain can provide licenses as well for an additional $20 fee.

Spend a couple of days on the beautiful waters of the Bahamas and create many fond memories fishing!