Spend an exciting day with Fin Chaser Charters NC! Docked at the Captain Stacy Fishing Center in Atlantic Beach, this team offers great nearshore and offshore fishing trips. As every day is a fishing day, their trips are available year-round.

Hop on board a comfortable 62 Custom Carolina style sport fishing boat. This boat accommodates up to 6 guests and it’s spacious enough for everybody to fish at the same time. For those who want to keep away from the sun, there is a comfortable air-conditioned lounge area with a TV. Equipped with twin 750 HP John Deere diesels and quality safety and navigation equipment, this boat easily finds its way to the best fishing grounds.

Depending on the season, you will target Marlin, Sailfish, Swordfish, Tuna, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, and Mackerel. Captain Keith Smith will provide all necessary fishing equipment, live and artificial bait, and your fishing license is also covered. The fish that you catch is not only a photo trophy – you can also keep it after the trip.

Captain Keith has over 20 years of experience in local fishing tournaments across various fishing grounds. His knowledge is at your service and he will make sure that your day on his boat is the one you will never forget. Use your opportunity to experience the thrill of offshore fishing. With Fin Chaser Charters, that opportunity is one click away.

Please remember that our mates work for tips. A 15-20% tip is customary.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US $550
    Nearshore half day trips target Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and King Mackerel. Afternoon trips leave the dock at 12:00 p.m. and return at 4:00 p.m.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $600
    Nearshore half day trips target Spanish Mackerel, Blue Fish, and King Mackerel. This trip leaves the dock at 6:00 AM and returns at 11:00 AM.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,000
    Nearshore full day trips targetting Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and King Mackerel. This trip leaves the dock at 6:00 a.m. and returns at 2:00 p.m.
  • Private trip
    11 Hour Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    11 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    US $2,300
    For everyone willing to go one step further, the crew recommends 11-hour offshore trips. They are available every day, targeting Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, Sailfish, White Marlin, Blue Marlin, and more. These charters leave the dock at 5:30 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m. Don't forget to bring snacks and drinks. Due to the fluctuating fuel prices, this trip may be subject to a fuel surcharge when fuel prices exceed $4.50 per gallon.
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FAQs about Fin Chaser Charters NC

Fin Chaser Charters NC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Full Day Trip – Nearshore (8 hours)
  • US $2,300 per group - 11 Hour Trip – Offshore (11 hours)

When you book a trip with Fin Chaser Charters NC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Spearfishing Equipment
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Fin Chaser Charters NC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First Mate (15-20% tip is recommended for our mate. )
  • Fishing License

Fin Chaser Charters NC offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Fin Chaser Charters NC offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Fin Chaser Charters NC include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Keith Smith
Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, United States
84 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since August 2018

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin
Marlin (White) White Marlin

Boat specs

Custom Carolina (Convertible) originally built in 2013. Powered by 2 750HP John Deere engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 26 knots.

Length
62 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
First Mate
15-20% tip is recommended for our 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
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
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 81 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Angler rating
77
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
91%
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Steven C.
Lysander, NY
Excellent
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Half Day Near Shore

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) on July 26, 2023
We had great success for Spanish mackerel. After picking up a couple dozen, we asked if we could go look for some king mackerel....
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James M.
Belleville, NJ
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Fun Chaser

VERIFIED   11 Hour Trip – Offshore on September 19, 2023
We have been fishing all over the east coast for the 25 plus years. I can honestly say that Captain Keith Smith and his first...
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Justin G.
PROVDENCE FRG, VA
Excellent
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8 hour Nearshore trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Nearshore on July 19, 2023
Keith and Allan were awsome‼️ Took two 13 and a 16 teen year Olds out to experience it for the first time. Keith worked...
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Melvin C.
Youngsville, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day trip

VERIFIED   11 Hour Trip – Offshore on April 20, 2023
The captain and the first mate went above and beyond to put us on the fish. The first mate worked constantly changing bait,...
Melvin C. recommends Fin Chaser Charters NC
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Jack F.
West Chester, PA
Excellent
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Full day Gulf Stream

VERIFIED   11 Hour Trip – Offshore on August 3, 2023
Full day in the Gulf Stream.  It’s a different experience out there!  The fish you’re targeting cannot be chased else...
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