If you are ready to start making some incredible memories, then you are ready to book a trip with Sound-N-Sea Charters today. Captain Matt Paylor has 15 years of fishing experience and can’t wait to take you out and show you the hottest fishing spots.

Hop on board his beautiful 23’ bay boat, which can safely and comfortably carry groups of up to 4 passengers.  You’ll find yourself at the fishing grounds before you know it!

This boat has the best in navigational features and safety equipment, so you can fish with peace of mind. The fishfinder, paired with the captain’s extensive knowledge of the area, will give you that extra boost when out on the water.

The species you’ll be targeting depend on the season and which trip you choose. These can include Drum, Trout, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Black Seabass, Flounder, Sharks, and much more. Whatever your skill level, there is a fish out here with your name on it!

Included in the price are top quality rods and reel from Penn, Shimano, and Daiwa. This gear won’t let you down when you’re reeling in your trophy catch or personal best. Even children as young as 6 will enjoy trying a variety of techniques to reel in this catch. After the trip, the captain will fillet your haul – this just leaves you the hard decision of how you are going to cook it once home.

The captain will provide you with live bait (when appropriate), prepared before the trip. This gives you more time spent fishing. Bottled water is also provided on every trip. You are encouraged to bring along your own food and drink. Also supplied is your fishing license for the day. Please wear appropriate clothing for the weather and bring along plenty of sunscreen.

Book now with Sound-N-Sea for the trip of a lifetime you’ll never forget!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip – Eco Tour
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    US $200
    There is no fishing on this trip. Instead, we take a personalized tour of the beautiful crystal coast! Take a scenic tour through secluded barrier islands to get up close with the wild horses and dolphins. You can go shelling, snorkeling, crabbing, bird watching, and cruise past historic downtown Beaufort (home of famous pirate Blackbeard). The captain can even teach you how to throw a cast net. Departure time is flexible.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip – Eco Tour
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
    US $300
    This trip is catered to those who prefer not to focus on fishing, but rather take a personalized tour of the beautiful Crystal Coast! Take a scenic tour through secluded barrier islands to get up close with the wild horses and dolphins. You can go shelling, snorkeling, crabbing, bird watching, and cruise past the historic Beaufort waterfront. The captain can even teach you how to throw a cast net. Departure time is flexible.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Eco Tour
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
    US $400
    This trip is catered to those who prefer to not focus on fishing, but rather take a personalized tour of the beautiful crystal coast! Take a scenic tour through secluded barrier islands to get up close with the wild horses and dolphins. You can go shelling, snorkeling, crabbing, bird watching, and cruise past the historic Beaufort waterfront. The captain can even teach you how to throw a cast net. Departure time is flexible.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Fishing Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 31
    US $525
    The day will be spent either inshore or nearshore, targeting Flounder, Black Drum, Trout, and Seabass. You could also go trolling for Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, and King Mackerel. All rods and reels are included, as well as live bait prepared before the trip. The fishing license for the day is provided. Please bring along your own snacks.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Fishing Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 31
    US $525
    You'll head either inshore or nearshore and within 10 minutes be targeting Flounder, Trout, Drum, Seabass, and more. The day could be spent fishing live bottoms, wrecks, or rock jetties. You can also spend the time trolling for King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, and Bluefish.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 31
    US $725
    Fishing nearshore targeting Cobia, Flounder, Trout, Black Drum, Seabass, and more. Can also head to wrecks and rock jetties, as well as trolling for King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, and more. Weather permitting, you may travel further offshore, up to 20 miles, to target larger species.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $925
    Similar to 3/4 day, This trip provides the best opportunity for larger fish and higher quantity.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Barracuda (Pacific)
    Pacific Barracuda
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Dogfish
    Dogfish
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FAQs about Sound-N-Sea Charters

Sound-N-Sea Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $200 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Eco Tour (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Eco Tour (3 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Eco Tour (4 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Fishing Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Fishing Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $725 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day Fishing Trip (6 hours)
  • US $925 per group - Full Day Fishing Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Sound-N-Sea Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Garmin
  • Fishfinder Garmin
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System bluetooth stereo
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
  • Radar Garmin

Trips booked with Sound-N-Sea Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano, Diawa, and Penn.)
  • Live Bait (Usually prepared before the trip)
  • Lures
  • Fishing License

Sound-N-Sea Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Weather permitting)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Sound-N-Sea Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing (Must bring your own gear)
  • Drift Fishing
  • Handline

Top targeted fish species with Sound-N-Sea Charters include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bluefish
  • Cobia
  • Dogfish
  • Flounder
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Meet the Captain

Matt Paylor
Morehead City, North Carolina, United States
9 Fishing Reports
90 Customer reviews
Response time 3 hours
Member since November 2018
I come from a family of commercial fishermen. Born and raised on the water, naturally, I became addicted to the saltwater environment. I love the challenge of fishing. It is very rewarding when a game plan for targeting certain species of fish is perfectly executed.

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Bluefish Bluefish
Cobia Cobia
Dogfish Dogfish

Boat specs

Champion (Center console) originally built in 2008. Powered by a 150HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Weather permitting
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Must bring your own gear
Drift Fishing
Handline

Amenities

GPS
Garmin
Fishfinder
Garmin
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
bluetooth stereo
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano, Diawa, and Penn.
Live Bait
Usually prepared before the trip
Lures
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
Min. age 6
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
PayPal

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 90 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (114)
Great Fishing Trip
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Eco tour\/fishing trip
+111
Angler rating
86
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
89%
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Kenneth B.
Midlothian, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
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5.0 / 5
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Thanks Matt!

VERIFIED   Half Day Fishing Trip (AM) on June 16, 2023
I got a 4 hour morning trip for my brothers birthday. To begin with, Matt was very easy to communicate with and seemed happy...
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Scott W.
Springfield, VA
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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4 Hour Inshore Trip with Capt Matt

VERIFIED   Half Day Fishing Trip (AM) on July 14, 2023
Had a fun trip with Capt Matt on 7/14.  Despite windy conditions, Matt put us on fish.  We picked up a couple of Black Drum,...
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Sarah C.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Fishing Trip on June 13, 2023
My husband and two young boys had an incredible day with Captain Matt. They caught numerous fish and returned home full of...
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Nathan K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Fishing Trip on December 22, 2023
Great Captain and Fishing experience, we will be booking again.  Thanks Matt for a great fishing trip.
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Kennay A.
Durham, NC
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip – Eco Tour on June 28, 2023
We had such a great time during our fishing trip and was amazed at the size of fish we were able to catch. I would definitely...
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