Atlantic Sportfishing 

5.0/5 (46 reviews)
 Grandview Drive 309, Sneads Ferry, NC 28460, United States

Get ready to explore the productive fishing grounds of Eastern, North Carolina with Atlantic Sportfishing! Your guide for the day, Joseph Martin, is a USCG-licensed captain and expert in trolling and bottom fishing. You’ll explore the waters between Wrightsville Beach and Topsail Island and go further offshore to target a wide range of species. Get ready to have fun with the family, catch some fish, and create lasting memories!

Your journey will take place on a beautiful and spacious "33 ft" "Contender Tournament" center console named "Linda K"!! Linda K has more than enough room for all passengers to fish at the same time with plenty of room to spare!! Also The Linda K is equipped with all the state-of-the-art electronics, fishing tackle, and safety gear. With her reliable twin 300 Yamaha engines she get you to the fishing grounds in a jiffy allowing for more time to fish!!Capt. Joe also welcomes kids ages 5 and older on board.

You can expect to do a lot of trolling and/or bottom fishing, depending on the trip you choose. While bottom fishing in inshore waters, you’ll target Porgy, Triggerfish, Grouper, Black Seabass, and many more. Heading further offshore opens up more opportunities for a greater range of species. Here, you’ll be trolling for Mahi Mahi, Kingfish, Wahoo, Barracuda, and many other pelagic fish.

Capt. Joe will also take you fishing over reefs and wrecks where you’ll be able to drift or bottom fish for species such as Amberjack. The waters off the coast of Willmington and Hampstead are well-known for their diverse fishing grounds and there’s a little bit of something for everyone!

Your captain will provide you with top-notch rods, reels and gear made by Daiwa, Shimano and Penn!

Feel free to pack up some food and drinks for the ride and be sure to bring some sunscreen as well. Your next adventure awaits, so book your trip today and get ready for an incredible day of fishing with Atlantic Sportfishing!

Joseph Martin

Captain

Joseph Martin

6 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

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6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip
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US $1,500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 46 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (98)

Great trip!
Great half day trip
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

94%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

92%

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Adam G.
Adam G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome time with Captain, crew & family!

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip on July 17, 2023

This was my first time sea fishing and first time fishing in over 30 years. I took my brother-in-law and 9 year old son, for his first fishing trip, with Captain Joe. My son was incredibly nervous before this trip and very cautious for the first hour of our six hour trip. Captain Joe and First Mate, Tyler, were very attentive to my son and went out of their way to ensure he had a great time. Sure enough, after he snagged a small shark; my son was hooked and it was game on from then on out. Captain Joe got us in the right locations and the three of us were catching Spanish Mackerel, Seabass, Grunt Fish, and Grouper (and a few sharks). Captain Joe and First Mate Tyler were great to hang out with and were a fun time. I really appreciated how they went out of their way to ease my son and essentially enable him to fall in love with the sport. Captain Joe’s boat and equipment were top notch. His boat was beautiful and spacious enough for all three of us. We really enjoyed ourselves and even got to see some 4’ sharks, Barricuda and Amberjack next to the boat. My son was talking about this fishing trip for the rest of the day and said it’s been the highlight of his vacation. We will definitely be back next year and look forward to booking an 8 hour trip next year. Highly recommend booking with Captain Joe!

This was my first time sea fishing and first time fishing in over 30 years. I took my brother-in-law and 9 year old son, for his first fishing trip, with Captain Joe. My son was incredibly nervous before this trip and very cautious for the first hour of our six hour trip. Captain Joe and First Mate, Tyler, were very attentive to my son and went out of their way to ensure he had a great time. Sure enough, after he snagged a small shark; my son was hooked and it was game on from then on out. Captain...  

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 Adam G. recommends Atlantic Sportfishing

Erik L.
Erik L.

Mechanicsville, VA

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Couldn't have asked for a better day...

VERIFIED

8 Hour Trip on August 18, 2022

Long review, and feel free to read on, but if not, just know that I absolutely recommend Capt Joe and Atlantic Sportfishing for a trip near Topsail, NC... #takeakidfishing #makingmemories Booked an 8-hour trip with Capt Joe and we had an absolute blast. Me, two of my boys (15yo and 8yo) and my dad teamed up and we caught them all day long. Spent a little time trolling, then moved to the bottom bite to keep the kiddo's busy. We then pretty much caught fish all day long and we were fortunate enough to also be around some hungry amberjack and king's. Both of my boys had the thrill of landing a couple sizeable ambers on light tackle, and then I had the incredible opportunity to boat a 'smoker' of a king mackeral. We even got it weighed and certified as a citation. My dad landed a small shark to go with everything else, and I'd say we caught probably 10 different species throughout the day. Seriously one of the best trips I've ever paid for and well worth the $$$'s. Capt. Joe rocked it all day, doing all he could to put us on fish, keeping us entertained and engaged. His mate, Tyler, rocked it all day too. Keeping bait on hooks, helping us unhook fish, and his positive youthful attitude was a joy to have on the boat. He's a great kid (also 15yo) which was really cool for my boys in that he worked hard, but was also very relatable with regard to the conversations of the day. Finally, that Contender is straight TOP SHELF. If you know anything about boats, you know that Contender's are the absolute shizzle of saltwater fishing boats. One day...one day...maybe I'll have my own. Until then, I'll just rebook with Capt Joe.

Long review, and feel free to read on, but if not, just know that I absolutely recommend Capt Joe and Atlantic Sportfishing for a trip near Topsail, NC... #takeakidfishing #makingmemories Booked an 8-hour trip with Capt Joe and we had an absolute blast. Me, two of my boys (15yo and 8yo) and my dad teamed up and we caught them all day long. Spent a little time trolling, then moved to the bottom bite to keep the kiddo's busy. We then pretty much caught fish all day long and we were fortunate...  

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 Erik L. recommends Atlantic Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful
Joseph Martin
Joseph Martin (The Captain)
Replied on August 22, 2022
Thanks Erik!! It was definitely a awesome day! We really enjoyed having you all onboard!

Renee F.
Renee F.

Fincastle, VA

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great half day trip

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 27, 2023

We took a 4-hour trip with Joe and his mate Tyler. We had a great time and Joe put us in fish the moment the first line hit the water. Both guys worked hard for us baiting lines and taking off fish in the heat and we were very appreciative! It kept us with lines in the water. Captain Joe is laid-back and it’s easy to see he loves what he does. We will 100% book again with Joe next time we are in Topsail!

We took a 4-hour trip with Joe and his mate Tyler. We had a great time and Joe put us in fish the moment the first line hit the water. Both guys worked hard for us baiting lines and taking off fish in the heat and we were very appreciative! It kept us with lines in the water. Captain Joe is laid-back and it’s easy to see he loves what he does. We will 100% book again with Joe next time we are in Topsail!  

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 Renee F. recommends Atlantic Sportfishing

Zach L.
Zach L.

Hampstead, North Carolina

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half Day Trip

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 11, 2023

Booked a half day trip with Captain Joe and Tyler. Both were great to work with and made the experience awesome! We caught shark, flounder, grouper, king mackerel, and more. Kept some mackerel and a grouper to have filleted and grilled it for dinner that same evening. We look forward to another trip to Topsail and booking a whole day trip.

Booked a half day trip with Captain Joe and Tyler. Both were great to work with and made the experience awesome! We caught shark, flounder, grouper, king mackerel, and more. Kept some mackerel and a grouper to have filleted and grilled it for dinner that same evening. We look forward to another trip to Topsail and booking a whole day trip.  

 Zach L. recommends Atlantic Sportfishing
Joseph Martin
Joseph Martin (The Captain)
Replied on July 19, 2023
Thanks again for booking with us Zach!! We really enjoyed having you all onboard!!

Christopher W.
Christopher W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great trip!

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip on May 26, 2024

Trip was moved back one day due to weather which was a great call by the captain! Boat was very clean and had accommodations for everyone on the boat.Highly recommended this charter.

Trip was moved back one day due to weather which was a great call by the captain! Boat was very clean and had accommodations for everyone on the boat.Highly recommended this charter.  

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 Christopher W. recommends Atlantic Sportfishing
Joseph Martin
Joseph Martin (The Captain)
Replied on May 30, 2024
Thanks again, Christopher, for booking with us. It was a great day on the water!! Hope to see you all back again soon!!

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FAQs about Atlantic Sportfishing

What are the trip rates for Atlantic Sportfishing?

Atlantic Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $1,000 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Atlantic Sportfishing?

When you book a trip with Atlantic Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet A private toilet is available onboard!
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Atlantic Sportfishing?

Trips booked with Atlantic Sportfishing include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle (Daiwa, Penn, & Shimano )
  • Live Bait (Caught before the trip )
  • Lures
  • First Mate (We pride ourselves in having the top mates in the industry, and one will be onboard on every trip to assist!! Our mates are very knowledgeable, friendly and hard working!!)
  • Fishing License (All required licenses are included for all guests!)
What types of fishing does Atlantic Sportfishing offer?

Atlantic Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:

  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (The distance offshore depends on the trip you choose. We offer everything from nearshore ( from the beach to 10 miles off) to Gulfstream ( 60 to 70 miles offshore ).)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Atlantic Sportfishing offer?

Atlantic Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Handline
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Atlantic Sportfishing?

Top targeted fish species with Atlantic Sportfishing include:

  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Tiger)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your captain

Joseph Martin

Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, United States

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
46 Customer reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since May 2019

Captain Joseph Martin is one of the most laid-back and easy-going guides on the water. He knows how to entertain his guests and have them leave whatever worries are bothering them back at the dock. Capt. Joe has been fishing his entire life and he specializes in a range of techniques, including deep sea fishing, trolling, bottom fishing, drifting, and jigging. His number one priority is safety and to make sure you feel comfortable and relaxed while on board. His favorite part of the job is meeting new people and listening to their epic fishing stories from different parts of the world. Join Atlantic Sportfishing down in Hampstead, NC and get ready for an incredible day of fishing with Capt. Joe!

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Tiger Shark
Tiger Shark
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
33 ft
Year built
2013
Boat manufacturer
Contender
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
2023 Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

The distance offshore depends on the trip you choose. We offer everything from nearshore ( from the beach to 10 miles off) to Gulfstream ( 60 to 70 miles offshore ).

Reef Fishing

Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Drift Fishing

Handline

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet

A private toilet is available onboard!

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Multimedia System

Wireless Trolling Motor

Outriggers

Ice Box

Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Daiwa, Penn, & Shimano

Live Bait

Caught before the trip

Lures

First Mate

We pride ourselves in having the top mates in the industry, and one will be onboard on every trip to assist!! Our mates are very knowledgeable, friendly and hard working!!

Fishing License

All required licenses are included for all guests!

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

Ages 8 and older

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can 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

What’s biting in Sneads Ferry right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel