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Calabash Fishing Fleet – Navigator 

4.3
(381 reviews)
 Nance Street 9945, Calabash, NC 28467, United States–
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Calabash Fishing Fleet – Navigator 

Calabash, NC, United States
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65 ft
40
4.3
(381 reviews)
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Calabash Fishing Fleet has hit upon a winning combination — awesome charters and experienced guides who know the waters of North Carolina like the back of their hand. Based in historical Calabash, which is often referred to as one of the 'Sea Food Capitals' of the country, they're just waiting to take you on an adventure you'll remember for a long time!

You'll be spending your trip aboard his 'Navigator,' an impressive 65'foot DMR arrow yacht that has a walkaround that can comfortably accommodate up to 40 anglers.

She's decked out with top-of-the-line navigational equipment, so you'll be on the fish in no time. She also has a fully enclosed toilet, which means you'll be traveling in comfort and style.

And where will you be going off to? Depending on the trip you choose, you'll either be fishing for anything from Black Seabass to King Mackerel and Grey Snapper nearshore, or heading up to 30 miles offshore to battle pelagic VIPs like Mahi Mahi or Wahoo.

Fancy a combination of the two? Then go for the 3\4 day trip, which offers both nearshore and offshore fishing — you can fill your freezer and enjoy the fight of reeling in big game fish at the same time.

Whether you're an experienced angler or are just discovering your sea legs, Capt. Robert welcomes you aboard. Want to make your fishing trips a family outing to remember? Children of all ages are welcome, with lifejackets provided in all sizes to ensure the safety of every guest.

Your guides will provide you with top-quality Penn rods and reels. You'll be catching live bait on your trip, so you know it'll be fresh and tasty for whatever species you want to reel in.

All that's left is for you to book with Calabash Fishing Fleet and let 'Navigator' sail you towards an adventure you

Calabash Fishing Fleet has hit upon a winning combination — awesome charters and experienced guides who know the waters of North Carolina like the back of their hand. Based in historical Calabash, which is often referred to as one of the 'Sea Food Capitals' of the country, they're just waiting to take you on an adventure you'll remember for a long time!

You'll be spending your trip aboard his 'Navigator,' an impressive 65'foot DMR arrow yacht that has a walkaround that can comfortably accommodate up to 40 anglers.

She's decked out with top-of-the-line navigational equipment, so you'll be on the fish in no time. She also has a fully enclosed toilet, which means you'll be traveling in comfort and style.

And where will you be going off to? Depending on the trip you choose, you'll either be fishing for anything from Black Seabass to King Mackerel and Grey Snapper nearshore, or heading up to 30 miles offshore to battle pelagic VIPs like Mahi Mahi or Wahoo.

Fancy a combination of the two? Then go for the 3\4 day trip, which offers both nearshore and offshore fishing — you can fill your freezer and enjoy the fight of reeling in big game fish at the same time.

Whether you're an experienced angler or are just discovering your sea legs, Capt. Robert welcomes you aboard. Want to make your fishing trips a family outing to remember? Children of all ages are welcome, with lifejackets provided in all sizes to ensure the safety of every guest.

Your guides will provide you with top-quality Penn rods and reels. You'll be catching live bait on your trip, so you know it'll be fresh and tasty for whatever species you want to reel in.

All that's left is for you to book with Calabash Fishing Fleet and let 'Navigator' sail you towards an adventure you

Calabash Fishing Fleet
Charter Operator
Calabash Fishing Fleet
37 years of experience
responds within an hour
What this charter offers
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Toilet
Child friendly
What this charter offers
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Toilet
Child friendly

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
4 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Nov 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $108
Shared tour: 2 people
4 Hour Trip - Nearshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 4:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $108
Shared tour: 2 people

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Rating

4.3
381 reviews
4.3
Boat & equipment
4.5
Captain & crew
4.1
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (228)

What anglers say

75%
Great experience
90%
Family friendly
96%
Friendly captain
93%
Good boat
79%
Recommended
72%
Caught fish

Reviews (381)

  • Casey Bolinger
    Casey Bolinger
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great experience

    4 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM) on May 30, 2026 • 2 adults

    was our first deep sea fishing. we didn't catch as much as we wanted but that wasn't their fault. fish just want biting that good. my son still has a great time catching a sea robin and some baby sea bass

  • Lanina Stassinis
    Lanina Stassinis
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Recommend for family experience

    4 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM) on July 17, 2026 • 24 adults • 2 children

    We had a variety of ages from 5 to 60 on our family trip. They were engaging and helped everyone, ensuring fish were caught by all. Everyone had a fantabulous time. Highly recommend!

  • Robbin Florence
    Robbin Florence
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Great excursion for the Price

    4 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM) on July 2, 2026 • 7 adults

    This was a nice four hour trip where we got lots of fish and it was affordable 

  • Sarah Mcdaniels
    Sarah Mcdaniels
    us
    Mississippi, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    June fishing trip

    4 Hour Trip - Nearshore (PM) on June 19, 2025 • 9 adults • 5 children

    We had an unforgettable experience with the Calabasas Fishing Fleet! From the moment we stepped on board, the crew was incredibly friendly, accommodating, and genuinely focused on making sure everyone had a great time. They made sure we were always in the action and catching fish—even the kids got to reel in some sharks, which was an absolute highlight! The staff went above and beyond to make it fun, safe, and memorable for all ages. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an exciting ocean fishing adventure!

  • Tim Stueve
    Tim Stueve
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing trip in July

    4 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM) on July 18, 2023 • 5 adults • 3 children
  • Rose Keelan
    Rose Keelan
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    If you want something for dinner this is the place to go

    4 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM) on September 24, 2025 • 1 adult

    You can't get any fresher fish then catching it yourself! And having the mates fileted it is even better. Well worth the money. Go and get fishing. They will teach you if you don't know how. It's great. Very relaxing...love the whole crew Rose

  • Pete Perfetti
    Pete Perfetti
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Robert

    4 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM) on August 28, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Spent a wonderful morning on the Ms. Calabash with Captain Dave and his Mate. Between the 3 of us, we caught about 50-60 fish (seabass mostly and released due to size). Jolie and I were even hooking the bait!!

  • Susan Johnson
    Susan Johnson
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    First mate Nate

    4 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM) on July 19, 2024 • 6 adults • 3 children

    We were a party of 2 adults and 4 kids. Nate was SO great with the kids. He assisted us when needed and engaged with the kids to ensure they had a great trip. The captain went out of his way to get us on the fish. He moved several times and kept us out a bit longer to try to ensure we caught fish. I would highly recommend this trip for young and first Tim fisherman.

  • Stacey Files
    Stacey Files
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Wow! Amazing Trip!

    4 Hour Trip - Nearshore (PM) on July 23, 2022 • 2 adults

    I booked this as a surprise for us for my husband's birthday. He had a BLAST! I got a little sea sick so I wasn't able to fish much but even when I did fish a little the Deck mate was absolutely amazing! He was so quick to help everyone with every catch and keeping the hooks baited, fish removed from the hooks and even untangled lines the couple time is some got tangled. Super nice, helpful, and I would 100% recommend this trip! We definitely want to go again! Tripp was our deck mate and Chris was our Captain. They were great and even though I wasn't feeling good, I still really enjoyed just watching it all go on. Really impressed with the service. Also, appreciated the call the evening before to move our trip time so they could give us the best chance at being able to go out to fish around the weather forecast. It being a smaller boat than other we saw put made me thankful bc there weren't as many people to have to fish around on the boat.

  • Lorna Kimble
    Lorna Kimble
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun exciting and great.

    4 Hour Trip - Nearshore (PM) on July 25, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Dillon and Jordan were very good and we had a blast. My grandsons loved and enjoyed the trip. Thank you for the memories!

FAQs about Calabash Fishing Fleet – Navigator

Calabash Fishing Fleet – Navigator offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $54 per person - 4 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $54 per person - 4 Hour Trip - Nearshore (PM) (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Calabash Fishing Fleet – Navigator, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Calabash Fishing Fleet – Navigator include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Quality Penn equipment)
  • Live bait (Caught on the trip.)
  • Lures
  • First mate (+additional mates as needed)
  • Fishing license
Calabash Fishing Fleet – Navigator offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Calabash Fishing Fleet – Navigator offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Calabash Fishing Fleet – Navigator include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Your operator

Calabash Fishing Fleet
Calabash Fishing Fleet
Calabash, North Carolina, United States
2 Fishing Reports
832 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2018
The Calabash Fishing Fleet operates a string of awesome vessels, each more impressive than the last and all helmed by experienced guides. With decades of experience and one of the largest fleets in the state, Calabash Fishing Fleet is a name you can trust to get you on some epic catches both inshore and offshore. Captain Robert Taylor is the proud owner of the company, and he's also a guide. Thanks to his 30 years of experience, he knows just how to get people on the fish in no time, and after running charters for 16 years, you better believe he knows exactly what needs to be done for you to have a fishing trip of a lifetime.
Calabash Fishing Fleet
Calabash Fishing Fleet
2
reports
832
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
The Calabash Fishing Fleet operates a string of awesome vessels, each more impressive than the last and all helmed by experienced guides. With decades of experience and one of the largest fleets in the state, Calabash Fishing Fleet is a name you can trust to get you on some epic catches both inshore and offshore. Captain Robert Taylor is the proud owner of the company, and he's also a guide. Thanks to his 30 years of experience, he knows just how to get people on the fish in no time, and after running charters for 16 years, you better believe he knows exactly what needs to be done for you to have a fishing trip of a lifetime.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Real catches by this captain

  • A fish is being reeled in, showcasing the excitement of fishing on the water with sparkling reflections.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +3
    Black Seabass
    Lanina S.
    Lanina S.
    We had a variety of ages from 5 to 60 on our family trip. They were engaging and helped everyone, ensuring fish were caught by all. Everyone had a fantabulous time. Highly recommend!
  • A woman joyfully reeling in a fish while fishing on a boat, surrounded by fellow anglers enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Robbin F.
    Robbin F.
    This was a nice four hour trip where we got lots of fish and it was affordable 
  • A proud angler displays a large Scad fish caught at the dock, surrounded by fellow fishing enthusiasts.
    Fish 1
    Black Rockfish
    Casey B.
    Casey B.
    was our first deep sea fishing. we didn't catch as much as we wanted but that wasn't their fault. fish just want biting that good. my son still has a great time catching a sea robin and some baby sea bass
  • An angler proudly displaying a catch of multiple fish at the dock, with a fishing boat in the background.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Rose K.
    Rose K.
    You can't get any fresher fish then catching it yourself! And having the mates fileted it is even better. Well worth the money. Go and get fishing. They will teach you if you don't know how. It's great. Very relaxing...love the whole crew Rose
  • A young angler and an adult are engaged in fishing on a boat, focusing on casting their lines into the open water.
    Fish 1
    Scup (Porgy)
    Pete P.
    Pete P.
    Spent a wonderful morning on the Ms. Calabash with Captain Dave and his Mate. Between the 3 of us, we caught about 50-60 fish (seabass mostly and released due to size). Jolie and I were even hooking the bait!!
  • View of the boat's exterior while cruising through open waters, showcasing fishing rods and a clear blue sky.
    Lorna K.
    Lorna K.
    Dillon and Jordan were very good and we had a blast. My grandsons loved and enjoyed the trip. Thank you for the memories!
  • Two fish being reeled in during a fishing trip on open waters, showcasing the excitement of the catch.
    Fish 1
    Black Rockfish
    Raymond D.
    Raymond D.
    I have fished with other charters, and this was the best by far, Jonah the first mate was great with my dad and attending to his needs, we did catch a few fish which was an added bonus.
  • Fishing rods set up on a boat, ready for action on a sunny day at sea.
    Molli B.
    Molli B.
    We went on a day where the water was pretty choppy, almost our entire boat got sea sick. I didn’t cast my reel at all I felt so sick, even after several Dramamines. The captain and crew were very kind and did all they could to make sure we were comfortable, I think it was just the wrong day to go.
  • A view from inside the boat showing a person at the helm, navigating through a scenic waterway.
    Josh M.
    Josh M.
  • A young angler joyfully displaying a caught fish while fishing on a boat, enjoying a sunny day at sea.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Black Rockfish
    Sarah M.
    Sarah M.
    We had an unforgettable experience with the Calabasas Fishing Fleet! From the moment we stepped on board, the crew was incredibly friendly, accommodating, and genuinely focused on making sure everyone had a great time. They made sure we were always in the action and catching fish—even the kids got to reel in some sharks, which was an absolute highlight! The staff went above and beyond to make it fun, safe, and memorable for all ages. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an exciting ocean fishing adventure!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
40 persons
Boat length
65 ft
Year built
1990
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
DMR Arrow Yacht
Boat type
Walkaround
Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
2 x 660HP
Max cruising speed
21 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed.
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Refrigerator
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Quality Penn equipment
Live bait
Caught on the trip.
Lures
First mate
+additional mates as needed
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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
All ages welcome.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

What’s biting in Calabash right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)

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