Whiplash Charters 

4.9/5 (52 reviews)
 188 Old Tybee Road, Savannah, GA 31410, United States
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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.

Michael Purvis Jr

Captain

Michael Purvis Jr

9 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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1/4 day trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $350 
Half Day

 In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago

FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $400 
6 Hours

 In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago

FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $500 
Full Day
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $600 
There are 15 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 52 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

94%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

100%

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Jessica O.
Jessica O.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome Birthday!!

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Half Day on May 13, 2025

My boyfriend and I had a great time! I've never been fishing before, and he was super cool about it. We caught almost a dozen fish; I highly recommend. Cap Michael is fantastic!

My boyfriend and I had a great time! I've never been fishing before, and he was super cool about it. We caught almost a dozen fish; I highly recommend. Cap Michael is fantastic!  

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 Jessica O. recommends Whiplash Charters
Michael Purvis Jr
Michael Purvis Jr (The Captain)
Replied on May 13, 2025
Hey Jess! Thank you so much and HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I didn’t know! Can’t wait for our next trip!
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Chase M.
Chase M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

IT WAS A BLAST!

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Half Day on November 19, 2024

We caught loads of nice fish, plenty of keepers, the bite was consistent, and when it wasn’t, he moved spots and got us back on fish. We caught reds, trout, sheepshead, black drums and many more. Would recommend. He cleaned our catch afterward too. Michael was a great guide. Will return again.

We caught loads of nice fish, plenty of keepers, the bite was consistent, and when it wasn’t, he moved spots and got us back on fish. We caught reds, trout, sheepshead, black drums and many more. Would recommend. He cleaned our catch afterward too. Michael was a great guide. Will return again.  

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 Chase M. recommends Whiplash Charters
Michael Purvis Jr
Michael Purvis Jr (The Captain)
Replied on November 20, 2024
Thanks for the kind words Chase! Had a blast with yall! Cant wait for the next trip
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Benjamin M.
Benjamin M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

My best trip out is Savannah

VERIFIED

6 Hours on March 14, 2025

Captain Mike was Super awsome very Chill and Cool guy tried different spots when the bite slacked off but we found fish right off the bat and had a awsome time we did the 6hr trip and he knew the spots to go where the fish were

Captain Mike was Super awsome very Chill and Cool guy tried different spots when the bite slacked off but we found fish right off the bat and had a awsome time we did the 6hr trip and he knew the spots to go where the fish were  

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 Benjamin M. recommends Whiplash Charters
Michael Purvis Jr
Michael Purvis Jr (The Captain)
Replied on March 18, 2025
Ben! Thank you sir for the awesome review! Cant wait for our next trip!

Susan C.
Susan C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

AMAZING TRIP!

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6 Hours on July 19, 2024

I took this trip after a last minute cancelation from another charter. We were so lucky! My son and nephew wanted to go fishing as a graduation celebration. We went to many different locations to fish. We all caught a lot of fish and Mike was so patient with us beginner moms. And my son caught his first big shark ever. The trip was definitely worth it and we all would do it again!

I took this trip after a last minute cancelation from another charter. We were so lucky! My son and nephew wanted to go fishing as a graduation celebration. We went to many different locations to fish. We all caught a lot of fish and Mike was so patient with us beginner moms. And my son caught his first big shark ever. The trip was definitely worth it and we all would do it again!  

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 Susan C. recommends Whiplash Charters
Michael Purvis Jr
Michael Purvis Jr (The Captain)
Replied on July 26, 2024
Hey Susan! Just reading your review and thank you so much for the kind words!!! Let’s fish again one day!!

Drew C.
Drew C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Outstanding experience

VERIFIED

Half Day on March 8, 2025

Mike went out of his way to make sure my family was comfortable and we got a wonderful experience. His professionalism and knowledge of the area were a perfect combination for an excellent afternoon.

Mike went out of his way to make sure my family was comfortable and we got a wonderful experience. His professionalism and knowledge of the area were a perfect combination for an excellent afternoon.  

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 Drew C. recommends Whiplash Charters
Michael Purvis Jr
Michael Purvis Jr (The Captain)
Replied on March 10, 2025
Drew! Appreciate the kind words words sir. Cant wait for our next trip!

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FAQs about Whiplash Charters

What are the trip rates for 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 $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hours (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Whiplash Charters?

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
What's included in the trip price with Whiplash Charters?

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 )
What types of fishing does Whiplash Charters offer?

Whiplash Charters offers the following types of fishing:

  • River Fishing (We concentrate specifically on saltwater.)
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
What fishing techniques does Whiplash Charters offer?

Whiplash Charters offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Handline
Which fish species can I catch with Whiplash Charters?

Top targeted fish species with Whiplash Charters include:

  • Black Drum
  • Crab
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Lemon)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Michael Purvis Jr

Savannah, Georgia, United States

10 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
52 Customer reviews
Response time 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.

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
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon

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

We concentrate specifically on saltwater.

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.

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

FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon
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