Whether you’re a beginner boater who’s still trying to figure out basic boat terminology or an old salt who stays in tune with the latest boat design trends, finding the right boat for you and your family will make all the difference. Gulfstream Boat Club is proud to offer a uniquely premium fleet of boats, each one kept sparkling clean and in peak performing condition. With all the options available how do you know which to choose? We make the choice simple with the option to try a new boat every day. Today we’re going to go over the best boats for offshore fun in the summer, and how to spend your hours offshore!
The Gulfstream Boat Club Difference
Boat club membership is the effortless and elevated way to enjoy boating without ownership. When our members arrive at the dock they’ll find their boat waiting, cleaned and fueled, the cooler stocked with ice and water, and premium snorkeling or fishing gear stowed aboard. Reserve a deck boat today, a fishing boat tomorrow, and charter an excursion on the weekend! With your membership, you have access to every boat in our fleet, at every location.
Boats feature ample and luxurious seating, fantastic Bluetooth sound systems, coolers and touchscreen GPS. We are constantly updating and upgrading our fleet across all locations to give our members the elite boat club experience they deserve. These are the boats you would want to own, but without the hassle and expense of ownership.
Here’s some of our favorite boats for offshore fun, and the best way to spend your Membership hours!
Boats for Offshore Fun in the Summer
22’ Center Console
The 22’ Center Console is a bow-rider with rod racks behind the captain’s seat, and is moderately shaded courtesy of a hard T-top. Comfortable for 6-8 adult passengers looking for a day of fishing on calmer seas or anchoring at a sandbar.
MAX CAPACITY: 6-8
IDEAL FOR: Light fishing, Cruising
AVAILABILITY: Hypoluxo | Palm Beach Gardens | Tampa | Tierra Verde
BOATS BY: Key West | Cobia | Sea Hunt
24’ Center Console
The 24’ Center Console is a bow-rider with rod racks behind the captain’s seat, and is well shaded thanks to a large hard top. Suitable for up to 8 passengers looking for a day of fishing on calmer seas or anchoring at a sandbar. Many of our vessels in this category have 250 HP Yamaha engines; Hypoluxo features one with a 300 HP Yamaha for extra power.
MAX CAPACITY: 8
IDEAL FOR: Light fishing, Cruising
AVAILABILITY: Delray Beach | Hypoluxo
BOATS BY: Key West
26’ Center Console
This center console can comfortably fit 8-10 passengers. It’s spacious and preferred by anglers for offshore fishing as it’s equipped with twin 150 Yamaha’s, a fish finder, rod racks, outriggers, and a live well. Despite being trimmed for technical days on the water, it’s still outfitted with plenty of comfortable seating, and bonuses like convertible couches and a head for the comfort of all your guests. Cruise in style under the shade of a large hard top, and power out to sea confidently!
MAX CAPACITY: 10
IDEAL FOR: Fishing, Comfort Cruising
AVAILABILITY: Hypoluxo | Delray Beach | Palm Beach Gardens | Tampa | Tierra Verde
BOATS BY: Cobia | Key West Billistic | Sportsman
28’ Center Console
The 28’ center console is one of our most desirable boats thanks to its versatility in any setting. Twin 250 HP Yamaha engines power this vessel through chop, making for a comfortable ride. Rod racks, a live well, a head, and a convertible couch in the stern means the Pursuit can easily pivot between luxurious comfort cruising and being an offshore fishing powerhouse. Wherever you take our 28’ center console, it’s perfect for long days out on the water!
MAX CAPACITY: 10
IDEAL FOR: Fishing, Cruising
AVAILABILITY: Hypoluxo | Delray Beach
BOATS BY: Pursuit
Offshore Activities Near Your Gulfstream Club
Offshore Fishing
While offshore or deep sea fishing can look very different depending on the trip, trolling is usually the first thing people think of. Trolling is done by setting out several baited lines at different distances, which are slowly pulled through the water by the boat. While trolling, the boat drives near underwater structures, ledges, or anything that may hold fish. With the bait dragging behind the boat, once a fish bites, the hook is set immediately. Fish commonly targeted while trolling—including marlin, tuna, wahoo, mahi mahi, and more—are capable of swimming at speeds of up to 50 mph, so trolling at 6 mph is not a problem.
Bottom Fishing
Bottom fishing is another type of offshore fishing, and can sometimes be done in nearshore waters. When you’re bottom fishing you will use weighted lines with jigs, live bait, or cut bait that are dropped down to deep structures like reefs and shipwrecks. Because they have shorter travel times, calm seas, and delicious fish, this type of trip is among the most popular. The fish usually targeted by bottom fishing include red snapper, grouper, and amberjack, all of which are stout fighters.
Cruise to a New Inlet
As offshore boats are usually larger, they have their advantages and disadvantages. Compared to bay boats, offshore boats provide more safety and a stable ride in offshore conditions, while also delivering the potential for more luxury, convenience, and seating space. Cruising through the open ocean from inlet to inlet is a great way to spend your Membership hours!
Boats for Offshore Charter with GBC
Docked in Boynton Beach, two 35’ Contender Cuddy Cabins are available to members and non-members alike for charters. Our friendly and professional captains will take the helm while 6-10 passengers can enjoy a day of cruising, visiting local snorkeling spots, or venturing offshore in search of game fish. Members can use their hours towards the reservation of our charter boats; captains fee is an additional charge. Our Member Services team will work with you to plan your best day out on the water, whether it’s a celebration, special occasion or just one of those unmissable blue-sky days.
Contact our team directly at 1 (888) 702-2256 to book your next Charter!
MAX CAPACITY: 6 IDEAL FOR: Fishing, Cruising AVAILABILITY: Boynton Beach (charter only)
Our largest vessel is docked in Hypoluxo where it’s available to members and non-members alike for private charters. Our friendly and professional captains will take the helm while 8-10 passengers can enjoy a day of offshore fishing in the Atlantic, cruising to a sandbar, or celebrating a special occasion. Members pay a discounted rate for use of the Intrepid. Our Member Services team will help you plan your best boat day by suggesting local favorites to dine, swim, and snorkel!
Contact our team directly at 1 (888) 702-2256 to book your next Charter!
MAX CAPACITY: 10 IDEAL FOR: Fishing, Cruising AVAILABILITY: Hypoluxo (charter only)
Get Offshore with Gulfstream Boat Club
Our flexible boat club membership packages are designed to accommodate anyone, whether you’re a local resident, in town for the season, or here on vacation, families large and small, and or a professional looking for a creative way to entertain colleagues and clients.
We’re happy to answer any questions you might have about our fleet. We can also provide you more information on specific fishing equipment for your boats for offshore, and the type of Boat Club Memberships we offer at each of our locations. Give us a call today at 888-702-2256!