Salty Fin Charter
Salty Fin Charter
Salty Fin Charter invites you to join Captain Doug Illing for an adventure of a lifetime off the sunny coast of South Carolina. Whether you're looking for a quick run nearshore, or a 12-hour excursion to the Gulf Stream waters, Capt. Doug will make sure you have a great time.
You'll be cruising in a 2005 28' Hydra Sport Vector center console, powered by twin 250HP Mercury engines. This baby provides a fast and smooth ride and is equipped with top-of-the-line navigational equipment to bring you to fish as fast as possible.
The Hydra Sport also comes with state-of-the-art electronics by Garmin, a comfortable bean bag and bench seating, and a T-top for shade and comfort. The deck provides plenty of room to fish without bumping elbows or tanglin' lines, making her perfect for large groups. Most importantly, she has all the necessary safety gear to ensure a secure ride and allow kids of all ages to join in on the fun.
Capt. Doug is a USCG licensed captain and understands your time on the water is valuable, which is why he works hard to maximize your fishing time and put you on fish as quick as possible. Beginners will stay nearshore to target Spanish Mackerel, Seabass, and Shark, while those with more experience will troll for Mahi, Barracuda, Kingfish, Sailfish, and Amberjack. Capt. Doug also loves to take his customers bottom fishing for delicious meaty species such as Grouper and Snapper.
His Gulf Stream trips are reserved for the most hardcore anglers. Here you'll be duking it out against various Tuna species, Marlin, Wahoo, and many other offshore pelagics.
You'll have Okuma, Penn, and Shimano gear available and live bait will also be caught and used during your trip. Your fishing license is already covered, and Capt. Doug will also offer to fillet your catch for you.
Join Salty Fin Charter on the ride of a lifetime and prepare to be amazed. Feel free to bring a cooler with snacks and drinks and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!
Salty Fin Charter invites you to join Captain Doug Illing for an adventure of a lifetime off the sunny coast of South Carolina. Whether you're looking for a quick run nearshore, or a 12-hour excursion to the Gulf Stream waters, Capt. Doug will make sure you have a great time.
You'll be cruising in a 2005 28' Hydra Sport Vector center console, powered by twin 250HP Mercury engines. This baby provides a fast and smooth ride and is equipped with top-of-the-line navigational equipment to bring you to fish as fast as possible.
The Hydra Sport also comes with state-of-the-art electronics by Garmin, a comfortable bean bag and bench seating, and a T-top for shade and comfort. The deck provides plenty of room to fish without bumping elbows or tanglin' lines, making her perfect for large groups. Most importantly, she has all the necessary safety gear to ensure a secure ride and allow kids of all ages to join in on the fun.
Capt. Doug is a USCG licensed captain and understands your time on the water is valuable, which is why he works hard to maximize your fishing time and put you on fish as quick as possible. Beginners will stay nearshore to target Spanish Mackerel, Seabass, and Shark, while those with more experience will troll for Mahi, Barracuda, Kingfish, Sailfish, and Amberjack. Capt. Doug also loves to take his customers bottom fishing for delicious meaty species such as Grouper and Snapper.
His Gulf Stream trips are reserved for the most hardcore anglers. Here you'll be duking it out against various Tuna species, Marlin, Wahoo, and many other offshore pelagics.
You'll have Okuma, Penn, and Shimano gear available and live bait will also be caught and used during your trip. Your fishing license is already covered, and Capt. Doug will also offer to fillet your catch for you.
Join Salty Fin Charter on the ride of a lifetime and prepare to be amazed. Feel free to bring a cooler with snacks and drinks and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!
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William Hoover5.0VerifiedGreat Captain
6 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 13, 2025 • 4 adultsCaptain Doug was able to get us fishing at the last minute due to a medical issue that cancelled our previous charter. Great communication prior to the trip and put us on the fish we were wanting to catch. After catching too much bait (lol), we had to dodge a thunderstorm and a waterspout, but it was obvious our safety and comfort was his priority. The banter on the boat was awesome and before we knew it, unfortunately it was time to head in. Captain Doug cleaned our catch without question and even gave some cooking tips. Would highly recommend Captain Doug and Salty Fin Charters and can't to go again.
Christina ClarkRepeat angler5.0Verified3/4 Day Offshore Trip with Capt. Doug
8 Hour Trip – Offshore on July 22, 2021 • 2 adultsMy teenage son and I took our first offshore fishing trip with Capt. Doug and first mate Dave and had an awesome day! They are both experienced, helpful, encouraging, informative, friendly, and fun. They knew where to find the fish. We caught or reeled in mahi mahi, king mackerel, cobia, and barracuda. We also learned how challenging it is to reel in two, stubborn, 7-8 ft. sharks. Thanks again Capt. Doug and Dave for an amazing adventure! We hope to be able to fish with Salty Fin Charters again!!
Randy Rudski5.0Verified8 hour trip - 14 ocean beasts obtained
8 Hour Trip – Offshore on May 20, 2021 • 2 adultsI wish I had the time to write the entire story but just know that they were kind and courteous of everyone that we had on board and we caught a bunch of big fish and that’s all that we were meant to do. Would recommend 10 times over and we will be back again. See you all soon, tight lines. Photos attached. Heavy suggestion if you haven’t been in the sun or in a boat that is in the ocean be sure to take Dramamine
Nicole Thomas5.0VerifiedFull day trip
10 Hour Trip – Offshore on July 30, 2019 • 6 adults • 4 childrenWe had a great day with Captain Doug and first mate David. It was our first experience with a deep sea fishing trip. Captain Doug and David worked hard to find fish, big and small but easy for boys to catch. They kept fresh bait on our hooks, taught boys how to fish for bait, and adjusted to our needs all throughout the day. We had a great time as a family and the boys loved eating their catch. We were amazed how fresh fish, even barracuda, and sea bass, taste with some simple beer batter and deep frying. Fresh fish is mild and light! It was truly delicious. We will go with them again on future adventures.
John Gullett5.0VerifiedJune fishing trip
8 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 29, 2021 • 2 adultsThis was by far the best fishing either of us have ever had! Doug and first mate, David, were exceptional and professional and first class all the way!! We can’t say enough good about Salty Fin Charters! Too notch, first class, A1!!
Jacob Sitton5.0VerifiedMay fishing trip
6 Hour Trip – Offshore on May 24, 2021 • 3 adults • 1 childThis was by far one of the best experiences ever. The boat was amazing very well set up and equipped. Capt Doug and Dave are great people and know what they are doing. Will be headed back as soon as possible. Probably for the Gulf stream charter!
Dean Nash5.0Verified8 hour trip with captain Doug
8 Hour Trip – Offshore on April 5, 2021 • 4 adultsAwesome day of fishing with captain Doug Llling (Salty fin charter) it was to early in the year for trolling so bottom fishing it was.Had very little time to drink a beer lol. Next time going to the Gulf Stream to catch the big boys..
Samantha PritchardRepeat angler5.0Verified10 hour trip
10 Hour Trip – Offshore on April 8, 2021 • 4 adultsCaptain and crew were absolutely wonderful and good to us. They had to bring this momma back to the dock but then took my boys back out for the remainder of the time. We will be seeing them again hopefully next year.
Tara Roberts5.0VerifiedFishing with Doug
8 Hour Trip – Offshore on May 15, 2020 • 2 adultsBy far... the best off shore trip to date! Doug was determined to put us on fish and make sure we had fun! He even stayed out extra time to be sure my son got an amberjack. Far above and beyond the rest of the charters I have been on. AWESOME captain!
Jared Kreps5.0Verified10hr trip
10 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 19, 2021 • 5 adultsExcellent trip. Already planning yearly trip with Salty Finn and coach.
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Captain Doug was able to get us fishing at the last minute due to a medical issue that cancelled our previous charter. Great communication prior to the trip and put us on the fish we were wanting to catch. After catching too much bait (lol), we had to dodge a thunderstorm and a waterspout, but it was obvious our safety and comfort was his priority. The banter on the boat was awesome and before we knew it, unfortunately it was time to head in. Captain Doug cleaned our catch without question and even gave some cooking tips. Would highly recommend Captain Doug and Salty Fin Charters and can't to go again.
Thanks Bill for the positive review! Had a GREAT time fishing with you all!! See you next time. Tight lines
We had bad storms the night before along with early am! We left the dock on time but some pop up storms started building! Lots of lighting and rain. Caption got us to shelter just in time! We never got wet from the rain etc. he encouraged us to wait it out we did. 2 hrs later we were catching fish awesome! Wasn’t on fire but for what Mother Nature just put us through we could not complain. Caption was more concerned about our safety but still wanted to catch fish as bad as us! Great experience Great caption recommend him 100% we will be back for redemption Thanks again!!!
Thanks Mike - had a great time in the water with y’all!! Look forward to next time
This was the first time that 2 out of 3 of us went deep sea fishing and enjoyed it 100%. The fish were slow biting but Captain Doug got a us on a nice spot and we found them.
I had a Great time fishing with you and your family!! Thanks
My teenage son and I took our first offshore fishing trip with Capt. Doug and first mate Dave and had an awesome day! They are both experienced, helpful, encouraging, informative, friendly, and fun. They knew where to find the fish. We caught or reeled in mahi mahi, king mackerel, cobia, and barracuda. We also learned how challenging it is to reel in two, stubborn, 7-8 ft. sharks. Thanks again Capt. Doug and Dave for an amazing adventure! We hope to be able to fish with Salty Fin Charters again!!
Thanks Christina for the positive review!! We had a great time fishing with you and Brandon! Can’t wait until next time!!
I wish I had the time to write the entire story but just know that they were kind and courteous of everyone that we had on board and we caught a bunch of big fish and that’s all that we were meant to do. Would recommend 10 times over and we will be back again. See you all soon, tight lines. Photos attached. Heavy suggestion if you haven’t been in the sun or in a boat that is in the ocean be sure to take Dramamine
Thank you for The positive review- had a GREAT TIME making some memories of a lifetime!! See you soon
FAQs about Salty Fin Charter
- US $1,000 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
- US $1,450 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
- US $1,650 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Offshore (10 hours)
- US $1,950 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream (12 hours)
- Toilet
- GPS Top-of-the-line Simrad electronics
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle (Okuma, Penn & Shimano)
- Live bait (Caught on the trip)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Fishing license
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Deep sea fishing
- Amberjack
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Black)
- Grouper (Gag)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Redfish
- Sailfish
- Seabass (Black)
- Tuna (Blackfin)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
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