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 2009 35’ Contender ST center console, powered by twin 350 HP Yamaha 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 Contender also comes with state-of-the-art electronics by Simrad and Furuno, 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!
FAQs about Salty Fin Charter
- US $895 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
- US $1,350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
- US $1,800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 10 Hour Trip – Offshore (10 hours)
- US $2,200 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 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
- First Mate
- 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
Meet the Captain
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| 30 Customer reviews |
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| Member since April 2019 |
About this listing
Targeted species
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Sailfish
Black Seabass
Blackfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Boat specs
Contender (Center console) originally built in 2009. Powered by 2 350HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 60 knots.
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Cancellation policy
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.
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Payment
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:
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