Hitman Sportfishing 

4.7/5 (146 reviews)
  Recent reports
 Harbor Road 708, Wanchese, NC 27981, United States

New engines for 2022. Quiet and low emissions!

Join them aboard their 41’ custom Hatteras offshore sport fishing boat, originally built in 1968. She’s been fully refitted in 2017, so you can fish from a fusion of time-tested strength and modern comforts. A flybridge, fighting chairs, livewell, outriggers, and advanced navigation and fishfinding systems are all present on board, to make sure that you have every advantage possible when going after that dream catch.

Captain James Byrd will be your guide and instructor on this charter. Whether you’re a first-time angler or a seasoned sea wolf, he can accommodate you and your fishing taste. You can choose from a large variety of fish species to go after, ranging from Bluefish, Tilefish, Black Seabass, Grouper, and such, all the way to the Blue Marlin, Yellowfin, and Bluefin Tuna (depending on the time of year), Shark, Mackerel and more!

The charter will provide you with all the necessary equipment for a range of different fishing techniques, like bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing, jigging with light and heavy tackle, as well as kite fishing for the more adventurous. The captain and first mate will work hard to ensure your fishing adventure with Hitman Sportfishing is a pleasant and memorable experience, so gratuity is appreciated.

James Byrd

Captain

James Byrd

21 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Highlights

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Fighting Chair

Plan your trip

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Half Day Trip (6AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 1
Price for up to 6 people
US $750 
Half Day Trip (10:30AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:30 AM
Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 1
Price for up to 6 people
US $750 
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 1
Price for up to 6 people
US $750 
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 31
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,100 
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 31
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,100 
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 1
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,500 
Extended Full Day Trip – Gulfstream
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $2,700 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.7/5
out of 5 stars from 146 reviews
Boat
4.6/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (122)

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April fishing trip
April fishing trip
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

92%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

98%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

84%

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Brandon R.
Brandon R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great family fishing outing

VERIFIED
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Half Day Trip (PM) on June 25, 2025

We made a late decision to go fishing despite the heat, and we are so happy we did. Captain James and Nick kept us on fish throughout most of our trip and made the entire afternoon incredibly enjoyable. We caught a nice selection of blues, mackerel and bonymacs. The whole operation was smooth, easy and a blast. I highly recommend and am looking forward to booking for next season!

We made a late decision to go fishing despite the heat, and we are so happy we did. Captain James and Nick kept us on fish throughout most of our trip and made the entire afternoon incredibly enjoyable. We caught a nice selection of blues, mackerel and bonymacs. The whole operation was smooth, easy and a blast. I highly recommend and am looking forward to booking for next season!  

 Brandon R. recommends Hitman Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful

Angie T.
Angie T.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

April fishing trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (10:30AM) on April 5, 2025

It was a warm windy morning with not much biting, but Captian James and FM Jerod were awesome. They were friendly, knowledgeable, and so helpful. We only caught a few fish, not bad considering the conditions, but we would book with these guys again.

It was a warm windy morning with not much biting, but Captian James and FM Jerod were awesome. They were friendly, knowledgeable, and so helpful. We only caught a few fish, not bad considering the conditions, but we would book with these guys again.  

 Angie T. recommends Hitman Sportfishing
James Byrd
James Byrd (The Captain)
Replied on April 7, 2025
Thanks for joining us. See you again next time !
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Chris G.
Chris G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great time!

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) on June 4, 2025

Went out with captain James and first mate Nick they treated us great answered our questions made suggestions and put us on fish! Thanks again guys!

Went out with captain James and first mate Nick they treated us great answered our questions made suggestions and put us on fish! Thanks again guys!  

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 Chris G. recommends Hitman Sportfishing
James Byrd
James Byrd (The Captain)
Replied on June 5, 2025
You’re welcome. My pleasure having you all aboard. Enjoy the fish and the rest of your week.

Robert M.
Robert M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

2024 fishing trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (10:30AM) on August 22, 2024

Had a great Day fishing!!! Hitman was awesome. We would go again!!!🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈.

Had a great Day fishing!!! Hitman was awesome. We would go again!!!🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈.  

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 Robert M. recommends Hitman Sportfishing
James Byrd
James Byrd (The Captain)
Replied on August 22, 2024
Pretty weather and good fishing! Life is good.

Jon T.
Jon T.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Hurricane Debra was not a challage

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Half Day Trip (10:30AM) on August 6, 2024

Went out in the rain and fished through the storm. Fish didn’t care about the rain and neither did we. Caught 22 fish

Went out in the rain and fished through the storm. Fish didn’t care about the rain and neither did we. Caught 22 fish  

 Jon T. recommends Hitman Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful
James Byrd
James Byrd (The Captain)
Replied on August 6, 2024
Got em! Thanks for joining us.
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FAQs about Hitman Sportfishing

What are the trip rates for Hitman Sportfishing?

Hitman Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $750 per group - Half Day Trip (10:30AM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Half Day Trip (6AM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $2,700 per group - Extended Full Day Trip – Gulfstream (10 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Hitman Sportfishing?

When you book a trip with Hitman Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet Full-head
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Hitman Sportfishing?

Trips booked with Hitman Sportfishing include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • First Mate (Mate works for tips: 20%+ customary)
  • Fishing License (Included. )
What types of fishing does Hitman Sportfishing offer?

Hitman Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing (Inside the inlet and 3 miles or so away)
  • Nearshore Fishing (Just off the beach but not in the Gulf Stream)
  • Offshore Fishing (In the Gulf Stream)
  • Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Hitman Sportfishing offer?

Hitman Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Kite Fishing (Available certain times of year for Tuna)
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Hitman Sportfishing?

Top targeted fish species with Hitman Sportfishing include:

  • Amberjack
  • Bluefish
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tilefish
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet your captain

James Byrd

Wanchese, North Carolina, United States

62 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
146 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2018
angler's choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain James Byrd is a true North Carolina local, having grown up in the Outer Banks area. He's spent his childhood fishing and then proceeded to make his life about fishing as well. He has over two decades of angling under his tackle belt, with 15 years of that being a licensed captain. His greatly enjoys being able to take people out on the water and show them the best fishing experience they've ever had in their life!

Fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Bluefish
Bluefish
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Tilefish
Tilefish
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo

Your boat

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
41 ft
Year built
1968
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Hatteras
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
FPT Marine
Powered by
2 x 330HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

Where you can fish

Inshore Fishing

Inside the inlet and 3 miles or so away

Nearshore Fishing

Just off the beach but not in the Gulf Stream

Offshore Fishing

In the Gulf Stream

Wreck Fishing

How you can fish

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Jigging

Kite Fishing

Available certain times of year for Tuna

Deep Sea Fishing

What's on board

Toilet

Full-head

Fighting Chair

GPS

Fishfinder

Flybridge

Live Bait Well

Outriggers

Ice Box

Radar

Included in the price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

First Mate

Mate works for tips: 20%+ customary

Fishing License

Included.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

No age limit but I do ask that they are able to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner.

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How to pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Wanchese right now

AmberjackAmberjack
BluefishBluefish
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
TilefishTilefish
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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