The Boat

The all new RI charter boat “Snappa” is a 46 ft fiberglass custom sport fisherman. The hull was built by the Wesmac boat company in Surry, Maine. It is USCG inspected and licensed to carry over 6 passengers with a capacity of 23 passengers. We are located in the fishing village of Galilee, RI which is within the town of Narragansett, RI.  The power plant is a Caterpillar C-15, 853 H.P. diesel with a cruising speed of 17 knots. The cabin is completely enclosed and has cushion seating, dinette, head with shower, galley, and 3 bunks. A full complement of state-of-the-art electronics is located on the bridge.

The Business

In RI, charter fishing plays an important role in the state's tourism industry. Snappa Fishing & Diving Charters has been involved in the business of RI sport fishing for the past 40 years.  We were the first RI charter boat to offer shark cage diving in RI back in 1976. RI ash burials at sea have also been offered since 1996. Other aspects of the business include bird watching, whale watching, lighthouse tours, and champagne sunset cruises. Private groups and individuals are welcome.

We have been televised on National Geographic Explorer, NESN and Chronicle. Feature articles have appeared in the Providence Journal, Wall St. Journal, Boston Globe, Yankee Magazine, Rodale’s Scuba Diving, RI Monthly, and On the Water.