Whiplash Charters 

5.0
(112 reviews)
 188 Old Tybee Road, Savannah, GA 31410, United States–

Whiplash Charters 

Savannah, GA, United States
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22 ft
4
5.0
(112 reviews)

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Book your next trip with Whiplash Charters and find out what fishing in Savannah is all about. With Captain Michael at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Black Drum, and whatever else takes the bait.
For these species, you're likely to bottom fish using light tackle. After the trip, Captain Michael will clean your catch.

Whiplash Charters welcomes kids aboard, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!

Capt. Michael runs a 22' Pathfinder center console with space for 4 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is included, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for a good time! Have in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Don't forget to bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Whiplash Charters.

Book your next trip with Whiplash Charters and find out what fishing in Savannah is all about. With Captain Michael at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Black Drum, and whatever else takes the bait.
For these species, you're likely to bottom fish using light tackle. After the trip, Captain Michael will clean your catch.

Whiplash Charters welcomes kids aboard, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!

Capt. Michael runs a 22' Pathfinder center console with space for 4 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is included, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for a good time! Have in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Don't forget to bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Whiplash Charters.

Michael Purvis Jr
Captain
Michael Purvis Jr
10 years of experience
ID & credentials verified

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Trip availability and prices

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1/4 day trip
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3 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day
In high demand Last booked: 12 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hours
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
US $750
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

5.0
112 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (156)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

Reviews (112)

  • Ryan Belcher
    Ryan Belcher
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    August fishing trip

    Half Day on August 18, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    we had a great time captain was nice and friendly took us in like he had known us the whole time.was on fish as soon as we got in the water.he took his time with us and was not in a rush.stayed on the water the whole 4 houre trip and my kids and i had a blast.thanks again for the great memories and fish on.

  • Robert Mccrum
    Robert Mccrum
    us
    Montana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Top Notch Captain!

    Half Day on July 25, 2026 • 2 adults

    My 15yo son and I went out early morning on 7/25 and had a great time. Been out with a few guides and Mike had the best demeanor and was genuinely fun and a great guy to be around. Strongly recommend, so book with confidence and have a great time!

  • Scott Edgell
    Scott Edgell
    Repeat angler
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best fishing trip yet!!

    6 Hours on July 16, 2026 • 4 adults

    Great time we caught a variety of fish flounder,redfish,and speckled sea trout and a sting ray .mike did everything he could to kerp us on fish an make it a fun trip . will use him next time im here to fish .

  • David Yen
    David Yen
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time fishing

    1/4 day trip on June 27, 2026 • 4 adults

    With on point casting from Captain Mike, our first time fisherwoman had the most bites. Great company and music for a few hours. We caught flounder, a small shark, smaller trout and redfin. Will be back.

  • Dylan Dunkerton
    Dylan Dunkerton
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    caught keepers

    Half Day on May 24, 2026 • 2 adults

    I got to take some fillets back home, caught red drum and flounder would definitely recommend using this charter captain. very friendly, had a great time and the wife liked it because she got to see some dolphins.

  • Eric Clark
    Eric Clark
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    great day on the water

    Half Day on April 24, 2026 • 4 adults

    Capt. mike was an awesome guide today he put us on the fish we got the slam on the fish we were targeting very friendly and knowledgeable captain,,,we will be planning more trips with him

  • O.a. Cargill
    O.a. Cargill
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    A guide not afraid to try his best for you!

    6 Hours on June 18, 2026 • 2 adults

    A hard day of fishing is always better than an easy day at work. Great appreciation to Mike for hls constant effort to put us on fish. Thank you for great day.

  • Lisa Chrismam
    Lisa Chrismam
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great day. boys want to book another!

    1/4 day trip on June 17, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    was a great trip all around. captain was informative and very friend and helpful. 5 stars all around!

  • Michael DeFore
    Michael DeFore
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    What a great fishing experience with my grand boys

    1/4 day trip on June 15, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

    Captain Mike was the best! He put my boys and I on the fish! Flounder, trout, and some red fish!

  • Camden Norris
    Camden Norris
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Time

    1/4 day trip on September 7, 2026 • 2 adults

    Micheal was awesome, put us on the bite and was great company.

Rating

5.0
112 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (156)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (112)

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Ryan Belcher
Ryan Belcher
us
West Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
August fishing trip
Half Day on August 18, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

we had a great time captain was nice and friendly took us in like he had known us the whole time.was on fish as soon as we got in the water.he took his time with us and was not in a rush.stayed on the water the whole 4 houre trip and my kids and i had a blast.thanks again for the great memories and fish on.

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Flounder
Speckled Trout
Redfish
Mickey Smoot
Mickey Smoot
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great fishing experience
6 Hours on August 7, 2026 • 2 adults

My wife and I took a 6 hour fishing trip with Captain Mike. He put us on fish all day. We caught a lot of redfish as well as sea trout, shark and a few other species. He was very knowledgeable and helpful. It was fun the whole time. We will definitely book with him again.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Redfish
Robert McCrum
Robert McCrum
us
Montana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Top Notch Captain!
Half Day on July 25, 2026 • 2 adults

My 15yo son and I went out early morning on 7/25 and had a great time. Been out with a few guides and Mike had the best demeanor and was genuinely fun and a great guy to be around. Strongly recommend, so book with confidence and have a great time!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Scott Edgell
Scott Edgell
Repeat angler
us
West Virginia, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Best fishing trip yet!!
6 Hours on July 16, 2026 • 4 adults

Great time we caught a variety of fish flounder,redfish,and speckled sea trout and a sting ray .mike did everything he could to kerp us on fish an make it a fun trip . will use him next time im here to fish .

Reported catch:
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
Michael Purvis Jr
Response from Captain

Scott! thank you sir for the 5 star review! much appreciated! ready for our next trip!

David Yen
David Yen
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great time fishing
1/4 day trip on June 27, 2026 • 4 adults

With on point casting from Captain Mike, our first time fisherwoman had the most bites. Great company and music for a few hours. We caught flounder, a small shark, smaller trout and redfin. Will be back.

Michael Purvis Jr
Response from Captain

Dave! I appreciate the 5 star sir! cant wait for our next trip!

FAQs about Whiplash Charters

Whiplash Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 1/4 day trip (3 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hours (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Whiplash Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Whiplash Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is included in the price of the trip and if necessary we will cast for more bait if we run out!)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning fish is always a pleasure of mine. Definitely included in the price of the trip and never a problem. Tips are appreciated )
  • Fishing license (I offer a customer Georgia fishing license. Covers all anglers on board )
Whiplash Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (We concentrate specifically on saltwater.)
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
Whiplash Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Handline
Top targeted fish species with Whiplash Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Crab
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Lemon)
  • Sheepshead
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Michael Purvis Jr
Michael Purvis Jr
Savannah, Georgia, United States
7 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
112 Customer reviews
Typical response within 2 hours
Member since March 2018
Explore one of Savannah's best inshore fisheries with Whiplash Charters! Team up with Captain Michael Purvis and he'll make it possible for you to get to the best fishing action in the area. Capt. Michael has fished the local waters since he was a kid and enjoys sharing the experience with his customers.
Michael Purvis Jr
Michael Purvis Jr
Fully verified
7
reports
112
reviews
2018
member since
~3h
response
Explore one of Savannah's best inshore fisheries with Whiplash Charters! Team up with Captain Michael Purvis and he'll make it possible for you to get to the best fishing action in the area. Capt. Michael has fished the local waters since he was a kid and enjoys sharing the experience with his customers.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Crab
Crab
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Lemon Shark
Lemon Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Black Drum
Black Drum
Crab
Crab
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark

Real catches by this captain

  • Awesome Time
    Camden N.
    Camden N.
  • August fishing trip
    Ryan B.
    Ryan B.
  • super enjoyable time!
    Christopher L.
    Christopher L.
  • Micheal knows his stuff
    Amber P.
    Amber P.
  • Top Notch Captain!
    Robert M.
    Robert M.
  • great captain
    Rick V.
    Rick V.
  • Best fishing trip yet!!
    Scott E.
    Scott E.
  • Great time fishing
    David Y.
    David Y.
  • A guide not afraid to try his best for you!
    O.a. C.
    O.a. C.
  • great day. boys want to book another!
    Lisa C.
    Lisa C.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Popping
Handline

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is included in the price of the trip and if necessary we will cast for more bait if we run out!
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning fish is always a pleasure of mine. Definitely included in the price of the trip and never a problem. Tips are appreciated
Fishing license
I offer a customer Georgia fishing license. Covers all anglers on board

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Ive had clients bring kids as young as 6 months old!! No worries. Let's get em hooked early!
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
 Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Savannah right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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