Black Skimmer Charters
+16Join us at the world renowned Harbour Town Yacht Basin on Hilton Head Island to experience a premier saltwater fishing charter aboard the Black Skimmer. The 30 ft Black Fin boat provides a safe, comfortable ride to the fishing grounds with room on the deck. The boat comes equipped with a cooler of ice, fishing license, bait, top of the line tackle and a professional deckhand. We also have an on-board bathroom!
What sets us apart - in addition to a top-notch captain - is our location, just 10 minutes away from the Atlantic Ocean. You’ll spend less time riding and more time fishing on a charter with us. Black Skimmer Fishing Charter offers nearshore, offshore and deep sea trips, ranging from 3-8 hours.
Your Captain is a licensed United States Coast Guard 100 ton Master, with years of experience fishing. He is a lifelong islander with an extensive knowledge of the surrounding waterways and ecology. The Captain and crew will introduce you to our techniques for catching fish and share information about the other wildlife you encounter. We pride ourselves on providing an enjoyable and relaxing experience for novice, as well as, experienced fishermen.
Come aboard and create lasting memories for your family, friends or work colleagues.
Book now, the fish are waiting!
Captain
Ben Ranney
Highlights
Plan your trip
In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (201)
+198Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
82%
Experience:
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Great 6hr trip
3/4 Day Trip on June 2, 2025
Had a great day on the water today. I booked a 6 hour trolling and reef fishing trip for my family. It was my wife and I and our three teenagers. It started with a quick trip to catch bait, then to the reef. It was hit and miss at the reef, but Ben and Matt worked very hard. After a few catches they knew when to call it and head to another area. We started trolling and had multiple fish on at the same time. They were very helpful, knowledgeable, and were able to work with our novice kids and help out more experienced ones. Great job and great trip. We will definitely book again.
Had a great day on the water today. I booked a 6 hour trolling and reef fishing trip for my family. It was my wife and I and our three teenagers. It started with a quick trip to catch bait, then to the reef. It was hit and miss at the reef, but Ben and Matt worked very hard. After a few catches they knew when to call it and head to another area. We started trolling and had multiple fish on at the same time. They were very helpful, knowledgeable, and were able to work with our novice kids...
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Great trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 17, 2025
Captain Ben and Matt were great! This was our family’s first time ocean fishing. We caught several small sharks and a couple big ones. Captain Ben and Matt were very friendly and added to to the trip telling us about the fish and the local area. It was a great trip for the whole family and we will be back for more!
Captain Ben and Matt were great! This was our family’s first time ocean fishing. We caught several small sharks and a couple big ones. Captain Ben and Matt were very friendly and added to to the trip telling us about the fish and the local area. It was a great trip for the whole family and we will be back for more!
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Great Trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 12, 2024
We just came back and our group had lots of fun. We first tried to catch some Mackerel but Debbie did a number on the area and “good eating” fish were not biting. So Ben, btw is a great captain, helped us switch location and method and we started getting other varieties. Mainly sharks. Few large and one massive. Got a fancy catfish but had to let him go - protected species. So all and all we all had fun. Great 4 hours spent on the water. And as I said Ben is a great captain and really knows his stuff. Highly recommend this charter.
We just came back and our group had lots of fun. We first tried to catch some Mackerel but Debbie did a number on the area and “good eating” fish were not biting. So Ben, btw is a great captain, helped us switch location and method and we started getting other varieties. Mainly sharks. Few large and one massive. Got a fancy catfish but had to let him go - protected species. So all and all we all had fun. Great 4 hours spent on the water. And as I said Ben is a great captain and really knows...
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Nice boat with helpful and friendly Capt & Mate
3/4 Day Trip on June 16, 2025
Three of us enjoyed our trip. The boat is comfortable and clean. Fishing equipment is all good stuff. The fish were picky on our trip but we caught fish and the captain and mate tried hard for us.
Three of us enjoyed our trip. The boat is comfortable and clean. Fishing equipment is all good stuff. The fish were picky on our trip but we caught fish and the captain and mate tried hard for us.
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Amazing Trip!!!
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 19, 2025
Wanted our adult children to catch some sharks. Captain Ben bit us on over a dozen…and a large hammerhead that cut the line! Boat is very nice and lots of shade to stay out of direct sun! Highly recommend Ben, his crew and charter! We’ll be back!
Wanted our adult children to catch some sharks. Captain Ben bit us on over a dozen…and a large hammerhead that cut the line! Boat is very nice and lots of shade to stay out of direct sun! Highly recommend Ben, his crew and charter! We’ll be back!
FAQs about Black Skimmer Charters
What are the trip rates for Black Skimmer Charters?
Black Skimmer Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $700 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $700 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $875 per group - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
- US $875 per group - 5 Hour Trip (PM) (5 hours)
- US $1,000 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
- US $1,400 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Black Skimmer Charters?
When you book a trip with Black Skimmer Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet Full-head
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Flybridge
- Live Bait Well
- Outriggers
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Black Skimmer Charters?
Trips booked with Black Skimmer Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano, Penn, Diawa)
- Live Bait (During summer only, caught during the trip)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (At the dock)
- First Mate (Works for tips, 15 to 20% is customary)
- Fishing License (The fishing license is included in the price and covers the whole boat, every passenger. )
What types of fishing does Black Skimmer Charters offer?
Black Skimmer Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing (Weather & trip depending, up to 40 miles offshore)
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Black Skimmer Charters offer?
Black Skimmer Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Drift Fishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Black Skimmer Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Black Skimmer Charters include:
- Amberjack
- Barracuda (Great)
- Bluefish
- Cobia
- Jack Crevalle
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Redfish
- Seabass (Black)
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Shark (Bonnethead)
- Shark (Bull)
- Spanish Mackerel
Meet your captain
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States
Born and raised in HHI. I've been fishing my whole life thanks to my dad and I love sharing my passion for fishing with others. I've worked with a few charter companies and have captained private yachts on the East Coast.
Stephen R.
Captain
Ben R.
Captain
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Weather & trip depending, up to 40 miles offshore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
What's on board
Toilet
Full-head
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Radar
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano, Penn, Diawa
Live Bait
During summer only, caught during the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
At the dock
First Mate
Works for tips, 15 to 20% is customary
Fishing License
The fishing license is included in the price and covers the whole boat, every passenger.
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.
Listing policies
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Minimum age is 4, life jackets provided
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How to 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
American Express
What’s biting in Hilton Head Island right now
Amberjack
Barracuda (Great)
Bluefish
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Seabass (Black)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bonnethead)
Shark (Bull)
Spanish Mackerel