Tailfinz Charter Service 

4.9/5 (73 reviews)
 4031 U.S. 17 Business, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576, United States

Enjoy some fun fishing on the sun-glazed coastal waters of South Caroline! Join Captain Kerry as he takes you to some of the best fishing grounds that the area has to offer.

You will fish aboard a 24’ Sea Hunt center console. This boat is a great all-rounder that is capable of fishing in the creeks and canals and to the nearshore reefs located 3 to 5 miles out.

You’ll be angling for some Black Drum, Bluefish, , Redfish, Bonnethead Shark, Spotted Seatrout, and Weakfish. Captain Kerry will give you Penn reels and has various brands of rods . With this light tackle, the type of techniques you can utilize on your trip includes bottom fishing, trolling, spinning, and jigging.

Live bait is provided for you and can be caught either before or during your trip. If you are lucky enough to catch a fish that’s legally big enough to be taken home then Captain Kerry is happy to clean it for you. Although safety equipment is provided, children under 6 years of age must have their own life jacket taken for them. Bring only drinks, snacks, sunscreen (no spray allowed), and payment for the balance owed.

So join in on the action with Captain Kerry as he takes you and your crew out for an awesome sea-bound adventure!

Kerry Gehman

Captain

Kerry Gehman

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

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:
Almost there...
4hr.half day trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Sep 30
Price for 2 people
US $450 

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 73 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (89)

July fishing trip
Great day on the water
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

95%

Appropriate for children

97%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

78%

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Anthony C.
Anthony C.

Coppell, TX

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half Day Trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on June 28, 2022

We had ominous weather when we arrived at the dock and Captain Kerry was very gracious and gave us the option. We decided to go for it and had a great trip. We got rained on, but overall it was a great experience. We caught several different types of fish and went home with a few fillets that were great for dinner! Captain Kerry was well prepared, had all the rods set up, the bait ready to go, and knew exactly where he wanted to take us. He was very patient with our crew (myself, my 15 year old son, and my 11 year old daughter). On top of the fishing, he was also very knowledgeable of the area and gave us some great insight to Myrtle Beach. We had a great time and I would highly recommend Captain Kerry.

We had ominous weather when we arrived at the dock and Captain Kerry was very gracious and gave us the option. We decided to go for it and had a great trip. We got rained on, but overall it was a great experience. We caught several different types of fish and went home with a few fillets that were great for dinner! Captain Kerry was well prepared, had all the rods set up, the bait ready to go, and knew exactly where he wanted to take us. He was very patient with our crew (myself, my 15...  

 Anthony C. recommends Tailfinz Charter Service
1 person finds this review helpful
Kerry Gehman
Kerry Gehman (The Captain)
Replied on July 1, 2022
Thank you.

Sherri M.
Sherri M.

Charlotte, North Carolina

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half Day

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on July 19, 2023

Had a blast with lots of laughs, and Captain Kerry was awesome! Did not land the biggest fish, but hey we were fishing on a boat and had a really great time! My tattooed husband from the City loved the Captain’s sense of humor and he felt comfortable even though we (wifey and Captain) made some hilarious comments at hubby’s expense! 😂 Thanks Captain and hope to do again in October.

Had a blast with lots of laughs, and Captain Kerry was awesome! Did not land the biggest fish, but hey we were fishing on a boat and had a really great time! My tattooed husband from the City loved the Captain’s sense of humor and he felt comfortable even though we (wifey and Captain) made some hilarious comments at hubby’s expense! 😂 Thanks Captain and hope to do again in October.  

 Sherri M. recommends Tailfinz Charter Service
1 person finds this review helpful
Kerry Gehman
Kerry Gehman (The Captain)
Replied on July 20, 2023
Thanks guys. Had a good time for sure.

Thomas S.
Thomas S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day on the water

VERIFIED

3hr pm trip on May 4, 2024

Had the pleasure of going out with Captain Kerry today. Got us on fish, really nice guy, hope to do this again and I will be booking with the Captain again

Had the pleasure of going out with Captain Kerry today. Got us on fish, really nice guy, hope to do this again and I will be booking with the Captain again  

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 Thomas S. recommends Tailfinz Charter Service
Kerry Gehman
Kerry Gehman (The Captain)
Replied on May 22, 2024
Thank you

Mike P.
Mike P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Day At Sea

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on June 15, 2024

Had a terrific time. Capt Kerry was very knowledgeable and put us on the fish. Would highly recommend

Had a terrific time. Capt Kerry was very knowledgeable and put us on the fish. Would highly recommend  

 Mike P. recommends Tailfinz Charter Service
Kerry Gehman
Kerry Gehman (The Captain)
Replied on June 17, 2024
Thank you. It was a pleasure taking you out.

April F.
April F.

Charlotte, North Carolina

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half Day Trip with Captain Kerry

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on September 2, 2023

I booked this trip as a surprise for my boyfriend and one of his friends. He had an amazing time and I appreciate Kerry for helping me pull the surprise off! My boyfriend said he would definitely book with him again!! Highly recommend!!

I booked this trip as a surprise for my boyfriend and one of his friends. He had an amazing time and I appreciate Kerry for helping me pull the surprise off! My boyfriend said he would definitely book with him again!! Highly recommend!!  

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 April F. recommends Tailfinz Charter Service
Kerry Gehman
Kerry Gehman (The Captain)
Replied on September 6, 2023
Thank you. I enjoyed playing along.

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FAQs about Tailfinz Charter Service

What are the trip rates for Tailfinz Charter Service?

Tailfinz Charter Service offers the following trip to customers:

  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4hr.half day trip (4 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Tailfinz Charter Service?

When you book a trip with Tailfinz Charter Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Tailfinz Charter Service?

Trips booked with Tailfinz Charter Service include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License
What types of fishing does Tailfinz Charter Service offer?

Tailfinz Charter Service offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
What fishing techniques does Tailfinz Charter Service offer?

Tailfinz Charter Service offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
Which fish species can I catch with Tailfinz Charter Service?

Top targeted fish species with Tailfinz Charter Service include:

  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish
  • Cobia
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Weakfish

Your captain

Kerry Gehman

Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, United States

ID & license verified
73 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2018

I've been fishing the Myrtle Beach and Murrells Inlet area for 17 years now with 16 of those working as a fishing charter captain. I'm a passionate fisherman and my favorite part of this job is when I can help a youngster catch their first fish or when a lucky client catches that trophy fish of a lifetime.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish
Bluefish
Cobia
Cobia
Redfish
Redfish
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout
Weakfish
Weakfish

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2006
Boat manufacturer
Sea Hunt
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Wireless Trolling Motor

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Fishing License

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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

Minimum 6yrs of age

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can 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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Murrells Inlet right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
BluefishBluefish
RedfishRedfish
Spotted SeatroutSpotted Seatrout