Wild Thang Fishing Charters

If you’re looking for the most versatile and exciting Murrells Inlet and Myrtle Beach area fishing experience, look no further! Wild Thang Fishing Charters offers something for everyone, whether it’s Grand Strand offshore action for big game lovers or family-friendly inlet and nearshore fishing for big Trout and monster Redfish.

Captain Jason Burton takes great pride in his charters being family-oriented and providing his customers with fun fishing trips for all ages and skill levels.

His boat is a 25’ Sea Hunt center console that can cater to up to 6 anglers. Fully overhauled in 2018, it features the latest and the best in marine electronics and safety gear, a 300 HP Yamaha engine, a restroom, a live bait tank, an ice-box, and even a sound system.

Depending on the package you choose, you’ll have a chance at reeling in Spanish and King Mackerel, Cobia, Shark, Black Seabass, Sheepshead, Spadefish, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, and more. When fishing inshore, your weapon of choice will be light tackle, while heavier gear is reserved for offshore fishing.

The charter will cover the use of top-tier fishing gear, live bait, lures, and fishing licenses. Catch cleaning and filleting is also complimentary.

All you have to do is book a trip with Wild Thang Fishing Charters and get ready for some amazing fishing!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip –Spring Special (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $445
    This morning trip is perfect for families and will give you a chance to reel in some amazing species while having fun in the sun. You'll be fishing for Sheepshead, Redfish, Flounder, Spadefish, Speckled Trout, and many others.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
    Weakfish
    Weakfish
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip –Spring Special (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    US $445
    If you're not a morning person, this is the trip for you! The captain will do everything he can to put you on the likes of Sheepshead, Spadefish, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, and whatever else you may encounter in these bountiful waters.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
    Weakfish
    Weakfish
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,050
    This 8-hour trip will give you enough time to fish multiple hot spots and maximize your chances at reeling in the catch of your dreams. You could be fishing the nearshore reefs up to 15 miles from the coast or exploring the waters of the estuary. Depending on the bite and your preferences, you'll have a chance at landing Spanish and King Mackerel, Cobia, Shark, Black Seabass, Sheepshead, Spadefish, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, and more.
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FAQs about Wild Thang Fishing Charters

Wild Thang Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $445 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip –Spring Special (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $445 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip –Spring Special (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Wild Thang Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Lots of restrooms nearby
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System Sound system
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Wild Thang Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Wild Thang Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Wild Thang Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle (Inshore trips)
  • Heavy Tackle (For offshore fishing )
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Wild Thang Fishing Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Spadefish
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Weakfish

Meet the Charter Operator

Jason Burton
Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, United States
6 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
886 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 2018
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Jason Burton is a true local, born and raised in Murrells Inlet, with over two decades of experience fishing the waters of South Carolina. His great talent for fishing has allowed him to place and start winning tournaments at the age of 15. His over-the-top personality has landed him on numerous TV shows and fishing magazines, such as "Reeling up the Coast with Capt. E". Together with the Murrells Inlet team, his number one goal is for his customers to have a great time fishing and he'll work very hard to make sure that comes true!
Our Team
Chris R.
Captain
Quentin F.
Captain
Nick W.
Captain
Jason B.
Captain
Crystal C.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish Redfish

Boat specs

Sea Hunt (Center console) originally built in 2008, and restored in 2018. Powered by a 300HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
25 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Inshore trips
Heavy Tackle
For offshore fishing
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Lots of restrooms nearby
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Sound system
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
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 3.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 152 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
89%
Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
81%
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Rick M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Can't wait to come back next year!!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip –Spring Special (AM) on March 27, 2024
Crystal and Jaylen were truly fantastic! They exceeded all expectations to ensure we had the best chance of catching fish....
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Michael O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Jason

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip –Spring Special (AM) on August 25, 2023
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Jennifer S.
Excellent
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Excellent
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip –Spring Special (AM) on August 14, 2023
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Nathan S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Very good
4.0 / 5
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip –Spring Special (AM) on September 20, 2023
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Dave B.
Excellent
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