Reel Busy 2 Charter – Darien

Captain bill and first mate Maggie always spend extra time with our customers for no charge. If you want to experience some of the best fishing that Georgia has to offer, head to Darien and book a trip with Reel Busy Shark Charter. Captain Billy Stafford aims to provide unforgettable charters to his customers and he guarantees you’ll have a blast fishing with him.

His boat is a 25’ Parker center console welcoming up to 6 anglers of all experience levels. It comes equipped with 250 HP honda motors, state-of-the-art navigational electronics and safety gear, outriggers, downriggers, a live bait tank, and an ice box.

Reel Busy Shark Charter offers a wide range of fishing options – from freshwater to inshore and offshore, from Darien, Sapelo, and Blackbeard, to other Georgia top fishing destinations. Depending on your fishing desires, you’ll get the opportunity to land Cobia, Snapper, Grouper, Bass, Sharks, and many other fantastic species. You can also set a few crab traps with no additional cost.

The charter covers all gear needed for a top-notch day on the water, from the best tackle to lures and live bait. Fishing licenses are also provided and your catch will be cleaned and filleted at the dock after the trip.

And the best thing about this charter? Apart from fishing, you’ll also get to enjoy the beautiful scenery, see dolphins, gators, and submarines off the coast.

It’s never too soon to book an adventure like this!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip – Whatever’s Biting
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $350
    Come fish marshlands for trout and red and whatever else is biting. We are not a time person so you will get plenty of time. The captain and deckhand included.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip–Whatever’s Biting (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $350
    Come fish marshlands for trout and red and whatever else is biting. We are not a time person so you will get plenty of time. The captain and deckhand included.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Kids (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $400
    This trip is geared towards kids fishing. You'll spend 4 hours on the water bottom fishing and having a fun time reeling in fish!
  • Private trip
    Kids Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $400
    This trip is geared towards kids fishing! You'll spend 4 hours on the water, bottom fishing and having a fun time reeling in fish!
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Captain's Choice (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $450
    Whatever I think is biting at the time. I’ll try to put you on as many fish as I can.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Shark Fish (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1
    US $450
    Spend 5 hours targeting some of the fiercest predators in the seas – sharks. Get ready for a fight because these monsters will put up a fight, whether it's a 3-footer or a 13-footer you have hooked. You'll get to hear your reels screaming and see the sharks jumping out of the water so hop on board and get ready for a day full of excitement.
  • Private trip
    Captains choice
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $450
    Whatever I think is biting at the time time I’ll try to put you on as many fish As I can
  • Private trip
    Captains choice (copy)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $450
    Whatever I think is biting at the time time I’ll try to put you on as many fish As I can
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Inshore (A (copy)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Apr 30
    US $450
    You can never go wrong with some inshore fishing in the morning and that's exactly what this 4-hour trip is all about. The ride to the best spots will take only 15-25 minutes and you'll get to battle Sharks, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, Kingfish, Redfish, and many other cool inshore species.
  • Private trip
    Bull Redfish
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Nov 1
    US $500
    Head out on an adventure and battle Bull Redfish that can average anywhere from 15 to 50 pounds. You also catch big Bull Shark, huge Stingrays, and anything else on the bottom. Makes for one heck of a day trip!
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $500
    You can never go wrong with some inshore fishing in the morning and that's exactly what this 4-hour trip is all about. The ride to the best spots will take only 15-25 minutes and you'll get to battle Sharks,Redfish, and many other cool inshore species.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1
    US $500
    Spend 5 hours targeting some of the fiercest predators in the seas – Sharks. Get ready for a fight because these monsters will put up a fight, whether it's a 3-footer or a 13-footer you have hooked. You'll get to hear your reels screaming and see the Sharks jumping out of the water so hop on board and get ready for a day full of excitement.
  • Private trip
    Whiting Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 23 - Aug 1
    US $500
    Spend 6 hours bottom fishing for Whiting! They're great to catch and delicious to eat, and with all the equipment provided, you're sure to have a fun time on the water.
  • Private trip
    Black Seabass Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $600
    Black Seabass trips are full of action! You'll mostly be bottom fishing on this trip, meaning you'll also have a chance to catch Grouper, Snapper, and any other bottom-dwelling fish.
  • Private trip
    Mixed trip huge redfish&cooler fish
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $600
    Trophy, redfish, and some to put in the cooler
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Offshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $725
    This morning trip will take you fishing the waters 6-20 miles offshore for 6 hours. Mahi, Snapper, Grouper, Tuna, Cobia, and many other fantastic species will be on the menu.
  • Private trip
    King/Spanish Mackerel Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 26 - Oct 18
    US $725
    Mackerel trips are both full of excitement and usually very productive! Hooking into a King Mackerel will have your reel screaming while Spanish Mackerel will make for a delicious meal. Embark on this Mackerel adventure and come back with dinner in tow.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Inshore Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $850
    This full day trip will provide you with plenty of time to explore the productive inshore waters. You'll target different species including Redfish, Trout, Sheepshead, Whiting, and whatever else you may come across.
  • Private trip
    Offshore Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $1,100
     King Michael, Spanish, mackerel, trolling, and some bottom fishing, grouper snapper
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Jun 1
    US $1,400
    This 10 hour trip will see you fishing 6-20 miles offshore in pursuit of the likes of Tuna, Cobia, Mahi, Snapper, Grouper, and much more. It will usually take you 25 minutes-2 hours to reach the best fisheries, depending on the bite.
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FAQs about Reel Busy 2 Charter – Darien

Reel Busy 2 Charter – Darien offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Whatever’s Biting (3 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Trip–Whatever’s Biting (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $60 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Kids (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $60 per person after 2 guests - Kids Trip (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Captain's Choice (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $60 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Shark Fish (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Captains choice (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Captains choice (copy) (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Inshore (A (copy) (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $60 per person after 2 guests - Bull Redfish (6 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $60 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Whiting Trip (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Black Seabass Trip (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Mixed trip huge redfish&cooler fish (6 hours)
  • US $725 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip – Offshore (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $725 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - King/Spanish Mackerel Trip (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip – Inshore Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Offshore Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip – Offshore (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Reel Busy 2 Charter – Darien, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Reel Busy 2 Charter – Darien include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Done at the dock after the trip)
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Reel Busy 2 Charter – Darien offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Up to 20 miles)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Reel Busy 2 Charter – Darien offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Reel Busy 2 Charter – Darien include:
  • Cobia
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tripletail
  • Tuna (Bigeye)

Meet the Captain

Bill Stafford
Darien, Georgia, United States
15 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
135 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 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 Billy Stafford has been fishing for 40 years and has been a charter captain for 10 years. He chose this career because "it was the only logical thing." He started fishing in South Carolina and his fishing endeavors took him as far as fishing for Salmon in Alaska and Halibut fishing from Alaska to California. Join him on the water and let him share a lifetime of experience and fishing stories with you.
Our Team
Maggie C.
First mate

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish Redfish
Seabass (Black) Black Seabass

Boat specs

Parker (Center console) originally built in 2006. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 43 knots.

Length
25 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Up to 20 miles
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Ice Box
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Done at the dock after the trip
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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 minimum age
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 128 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (217)
Fishing with Bill
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
94%
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Eric W.
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VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip–Whatever’s Biting (PM) on August 26, 2023
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on July 16, 2023
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Chris B.
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Great fishing, better people!

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip – Inshore Fishing on March 29, 2024
Captain Stafford and Maggie were able to put us on some fish despite the cold (end of March), fast current, and windy conditions....
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Aprille B.
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Father's Day Shark Fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing on June 18, 2023
I booked a shark fishing trip for my husband for fathers day. The experience exceeded our expectations. Captain Bill and First...
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Dustin M.
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VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Trip–Whatever’s Biting (PM) on April 13, 2024
Love the vibe of the crew, very friendly and conversational! Caught a good mess! Definitely recommend!
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