Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters 

4.9
(89 reviews)
 Shrimp Boat Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464, United States

Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters 

Mount Pleasant, SC, United States
25 ft
5
4.9
(89 reviews)

Explore one of the best South Carolina inshore fisheries with Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters! Team up with Captain Luke Pressler and he'll make it possible for you to get to the best fishing action in the area. Capt. Luke has fished the local waters ever since he was a kid, and now he wants to share this experience with his customers.

Join him on his 25' Sea Pro center console and together, you'll head out to find the best bite. The boat is outfitted with a 300 HP Yamaha engine and has plenty of space for up to 4 anglers to fish at the same time. The onboard navigational electronics will show you where the fish hide, and if you need to be extra quiet, there's a wireless trolling motor that will make it happen.

Capt. Luke will provide quality Shimano and Penn fishing equipment for you to use, and he also has specialized Trout gear, in case that's your species of choice. An assortment of lures and live bait will also wait for you on the boat. Your guide will even clean your catch if you decide to keep a few fish and make a delicious meal at home.

There are plenty of species to choose from, and the captain will gladly customize the trip to your fishing preferences. Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, Sheepshead, Sharks, and Black Drum are all on the to-catch list. If you prefer trolling, then you can target Spanish and King Mackerel.

So what do you need for your fishing expedition? Stocking up on refreshments and sunscreen is a good idea. Capt. Luke has a saltwater fishing license that covers all guests, so you don't need to worry about purchasing one beforehand. If you're coming with kids, Capt. Luke will have life jackets for the whole family.

Are you ready to discover new fishing horizons with Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters?

Explore one of the best South Carolina inshore fisheries with Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters! Team up with Captain Luke Pressler and he'll make it possible for you to get to the best fishing action in the area. Capt. Luke has fished the local waters ever since he was a kid, and now he wants to share this experience with his customers.

Join him on his 25' Sea Pro center console and together, you'll head out to find the best bite. The boat is outfitted with a 300 HP Yamaha engine and has plenty of space for up to 4 anglers to fish at the same time. The onboard navigational electronics will show you where the fish hide, and if you need to be extra quiet, there's a wireless trolling motor that will make it happen.

Capt. Luke will provide quality Shimano and Penn fishing equipment for you to use, and he also has specialized Trout gear, in case that's your species of choice. An assortment of lures and live bait will also wait for you on the boat. Your guide will even clean your catch if you decide to keep a few fish and make a delicious meal at home.

There are plenty of species to choose from, and the captain will gladly customize the trip to your fishing preferences. Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, Sheepshead, Sharks, and Black Drum are all on the to-catch list. If you prefer trolling, then you can target Spanish and King Mackerel.

So what do you need for your fishing expedition? Stocking up on refreshments and sunscreen is a good idea. Capt. Luke has a saltwater fishing license that covers all guests, so you don't need to worry about purchasing one beforehand. If you're coming with kids, Capt. Luke will have life jackets for the whole family.

Are you ready to discover new fishing horizons with Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters?

Luke Pressler
Captain
Luke Pressler
8 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

Select date to see availability

Trip availability and prices

Trip date:
Group Size:
September 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Loading...
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Almost there...
Shark Fishing Sunrise Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 5:15 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bonnethead)
US $400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Harbor Tour / Shark Tooth Excursion
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sun)
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Shark Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Nov 1 (Sun)
US $400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Harbor Tour / Shark Tooth Excursion
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Feb 10 - Nov 28 (Sat, Sun)
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
2 Hour Evening Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 6:15 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Shark Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 6:30 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 18 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun)
US $400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Sunset Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 6:30 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Sheepshead
+1
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sun)
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Sun)
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sun)
US $800
Entire boat: 2 people
There are 2 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Loading...

Rating

4.9
89 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (112)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
91%
Recommended
88%
Caught fish

All reviews (89)

Frequently mentioned
Showing 15 of 89 reviews
Sara Hudgens
Sara Hudgens
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
perfect evening !
2 Hour Evening Trip on July 1, 20262 adults2 children

great experience woth our kids! very knowledgeable captain thT knew all the roght spots to fish! will be back!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Luke Pressler
Response from Captain

Thank you Sara!

Tracie Brashear
Tracie Brashear
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Luke was fabulous
Shark Fishing (PM) on July 22, 20243 adults1 child

My three kids and I had a wonderful evening with Luke as our Captain. He was very knowledgeable, patient with us as we were inexperienced, and all three kids (ages 16, 14, 6) had a great time. His boat was well equipped with fishing supplies and drinks. He answered all our questions and we even caught a shark! He was prompt to respond to messages and all interaction went well. Highly recommend Luke!!

Luke Pressler
Response from Captain

Thank you Tracie!

Brigette Copas
Brigette Copas
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Shark Fishing Fun!
Shark Fishing Sunrise Trip on June 11, 20243 adults1 child

Luke was an awesome captain for our shark fishing adventure! Our boys, ages 12 and 14, wanted to catch a shark. Luke knew exactly where to cast out at and we immediately started catching them. He was very nice and he knew the water well. If we are ever back in Charleston, we will definitely book another fishing trip with Luke. Thank you so much Luke!

Reported catch:
Blacktip Shark
Luke Pressler
Response from Captain

Thank you Brigette!

Toby Krohn
Toby Krohn
de
Germany
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Great captain
2 Hour Evening Trip on October 16, 20242 adults

Luke was fantastic - we had to change the location where to meet, but he nevertheless was there before time. Fishing wasn't easy what I very much like (otherwise I could just go to any fishing pond). Lot's of explanations by Luke, great sunset and a full moon evening - almost cinematic... Next time we'll take a longer tour!

Luke Pressler
Response from Captain

Thank you, Toby!

Rob Burdess
Rob Burdess
us
Iowa, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Great Experience!
Shark Fishing (AM) on August 3, 20244 adults

Had a great time shark fishing. Captain Lucas communicated well before the trip and was a great guide for the morning trip. Our family caught some sharks, saw several pods of dolphins and learned a bit about the area. Overall and memorable experience and would highly recommend Captain Lucas to others.

Luke Pressler
Response from Captain

Thank you Rob!

FAQs about Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters

Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Evening Trip (2 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Harbor Tour / Shark Tooth Excursion (2 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Harbor Tour / Shark Tooth Excursion (2 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - Shark Fishing (AM) (2 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - Shark Fishing (PM) (2 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Shark Fishing Sunrise Trip (2 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - Sunset Trip (2 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano and Penn)
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Luke Pressler
Luke Pressler

Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United States

ID & license verified
89 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2019

Captain Luke Pressler has been fishing for most of his life and he worked as a first mate for some time until he decided to start running charters himself. He's been exploring the area for a long time, so he knows where all the best fishing spots are. Capt. Luke always makes sure his trips are as fun as they are productive.

Luke Pressler
Luke Pressler
Fully verified
89
reviews
2019
member since
~1h
response
Captain Luke Pressler has been fishing for most of his life and he worked as a first mate for some time until he decided to start running charters himself. He's been exploring the area for a long time, so he knows where all the best fishing spots are. Capt. Luke always makes sure his trips are as fun as they are productive.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark

Real catches by this captain

  • Amazing trip!
    Brian T.
    Brian T.
  • Great Experience!
    Rob B.
    Rob B.
  • Great time
    Curt K.
    Curt K.
  • A fun trip
    Raymond D.
    Raymond D.
  • Awesome experience!
    Michael A.
    Michael A.
  • Fish on!
    Chris B.
    Chris B.
  • Shark Fishing Fun!
    Brigette C.
    Brigette C.
  • Great fishing experience
    Shaylee H.
    Shaylee H.
  • 2 hr shark trip
    Justin L.
    Justin L.
  • Great quick fishing trip!
    Davin P.
    Davin P.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Sea Pro 248 Bay
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
48 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano and Penn
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
All ages welcome, life jackets provided
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

 PayPal

What’s biting in Mount Pleasant right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bonnethead)Shark (Bonnethead)
SheepsheadSheepshead
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

Compare similar fishing charters

Current
Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters
Charleston Saltwater Fishing Charters
4.9
(89)
25 ft
Group size 1 - 5
1 - 5
Fish 1
Fish 2
+7
4 hour trip • 3 persons
US $600