Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure 

4.8/5 (79 reviews)
 4457 Mill Landing Road, Wanchese, NC 27981, United States

Want to experience bluewater fishing in North Carolina the proper way? Join Wet Kitty Charters for an offshore excursion in the Atlantic Ocean.

You’ll cast off on your fishing adventure out of Wanchese, aboard a 25’ Cape Lookout. She’s captained by a true outdoorsman who’s been fishing since he was a small kid. You can bring 3 of your fishing buddies with you, she’s roomy so you won’t be bumping elbows.

The waters of North Carolina have plenty to offer to anglers of all skill levels and preferences. You can fish the nearshore waters, 15 miles away from the coast for a wide range of species like Black Drum, Bluefish, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, and others.

The pelagic action takes place approximately 50 miles away from the dock. You can hook up Mahi Mahi, Amberjack, Wahoo, and whatever else takes the bait – depending on the season. Check with the captain in advance to figure out what has the best bite.

The captain will provide you with high-quality tackle made by Shimano, Okuma, and Daiwa, included in the price. Feel free to bring snacks and drinks with you, so you keep your energy up between strikes. Fish cleaning and filleting is available at the marina for 40 cents per pound.

Book a trip with Wet Kitty Charters today and explore the nearshore and offshore waters of North Carolina the right way!

Tom Hughes

Captain

Tom Hughes

26 years of experience
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

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

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Tower Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 30 - Sep 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip – Cobia
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Jun 15
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Near/Inshore Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $1,050 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Tilefish Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 15 - Aug 1
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 79 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (72)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

91%

Appropriate for children

94%

Friendly captain

98%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

80%

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Michael G.
Michael G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Highly Recommend Captain Tom

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3/4 Day Trip on July 10, 2024

Captain Tom was great. His expertise is evident and made sure we had a good time. Weather was testy and not much was biting early on but he made sure to shift locations until we had hooked some Drum. Overall a great trip and highly recommend booking with Wet Kitty Charters

Captain Tom was great. His expertise is evident and made sure we had a good time. Weather was testy and not much was biting early on but he made sure to shift locations until we had hooked some Drum. Overall a great trip and highly recommend booking with Wet Kitty Charters  

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 Michael G. recommends Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure
Tom Hughes
Tom Hughes (The Captain)
Replied on July 11, 2024
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Jason G.
Jason G.

LAUREL PARK, WV

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half day trip with Captain Tom

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Half Day Trip (AM) on July 12, 2023

Couldn't have been better. Tom made sure that everyone was comfortable and did everything he could to find fish on a bad fishing day. Our group caught enough ribbon for lunch and dinner. Would highly recommend for beginners and pros alike. Too bad we can't give more stars. Will definitely go back again

Couldn't have been better. Tom made sure that everyone was comfortable and did everything he could to find fish on a bad fishing day. Our group caught enough ribbon for lunch and dinner. Would highly recommend for beginners and pros alike. Too bad we can't give more stars. Will definitely go back again  

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 Jason G. recommends Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure
Tom Hughes
Tom Hughes (The Captain)
Replied on July 14, 2023
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Kris S.
Kris S.

Landingville, PA

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Full day with Captain Tom and the Wet Kitty

VERIFIED

Offshore Full Day Trip on June 16, 2021

When we arrived at the marina the CPT gave a quick overview of the boat and safety equipment. He was eager to start early and get a jump on the fish. He laid out a game plan and didn't waste any time. While heading out to the water, CPT made numerous calls to get us on the fish. After hammering some monster tile fish (4 citations) we were after the tuna. Due to some difficult conditions the tuna could not be found. Can't say the CPT didn't try. We had a blast. Everything was top notch. From the crew, equipment, knowledge of the water, and the whole trip. We would 100 percent recommend CPT Tom and the Wet Kitty. Hopefully we can get down here again soon.

When we arrived at the marina the CPT gave a quick overview of the boat and safety equipment. He was eager to start early and get a jump on the fish. He laid out a game plan and didn't waste any time. While heading out to the water, CPT made numerous calls to get us on the fish. After hammering some monster tile fish (4 citations) we were after the tuna. Due to some difficult conditions the tuna could not be found. Can't say the CPT didn't try. We had a blast. Everything was top notch. From...  

 Kris S. recommends Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure
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Tom Hughes
Tom Hughes (The Captain)
Replied on June 17, 2021
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Maddie S.
Maddie S.

Catawissa, PA

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half day charter with Captain Tom

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on August 24, 2022

Couldn’t have asked for a better experience! We wanted to catch fish to eat and Captain Tom made sure that happened. We went to several different spots and caught 40+ fish (although we didn’t keep them all). He is knowledgeable and so fun to hang out with for the day. Will absolutely book with him again in the future!

Couldn’t have asked for a better experience! We wanted to catch fish to eat and Captain Tom made sure that happened. We went to several different spots and caught 40+ fish (although we didn’t keep them all). He is knowledgeable and so fun to hang out with for the day. Will absolutely book with him again in the future!  

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 Maddie S. recommends Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure
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Barry B.
Barry B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Captain Tom

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3/4 Day Trip on July 11, 2023

Had a great time with captain Tom, he really went above and beyond to make sure we caught fish. Great time had by all of us!

Had a great time with captain Tom, he really went above and beyond to make sure we caught fish. Great time had by all of us!  

 Barry B. recommends Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure
Tom Hughes
Tom Hughes (The Captain)
Replied on July 14, 2023
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FAQs about Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure

What are the trip rates for Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure?

Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $700 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Cobia (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 6 Hour Tower Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - Near/Inshore Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 6 Hour Tilefish Trip (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure?

When you book a trip with Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure?

Trips booked with Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano, Okuma, and Daiwa brands)
  • Live Bait (Prepared in advance)
  • Lures
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License (Fishing license is included with trip)
What types of fishing does Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure offer?

Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Up to 50 miles)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure offer?

Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure?

Top targeted fish species with Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure include:

  • Amberjack
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Tom Hughes

Wanchese, North Carolina, United States

80 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2018

Captain Tom Hughes has been fishing since he was big enough to hold a rod on his own. Six years ago he decided to turn his passion and hobby into a full-time job and started guiding customers. He's caught a lot of trophy-sized fish, but his proudest catch is a massive 100 lb Cobia. He loves socializing with his customers and getting to know them. A true outdoors fan, he's usually out before the sunrise – he hopes to share this love with every single guest that comes on board.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish
Bluefish
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Wahoo
Wahoo

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2005
Boat manufacturer
Cape Lookout
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Honda
Powered by
1 x 250HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Up to 50 miles

Reef Fishing

Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Popping

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Flybridge

Live Bait Well

Outriggers

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Shimano, Okuma, and Daiwa brands

Live Bait

Prepared in advance

Lures

First Mate

Fishing License

Fishing license is included with trip

How cancellations work

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

No age limit

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Wanchese right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Black DrumBlack Drum
BluefishBluefish
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
WahooWahoo
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