Rabid Tuna Sportfishing Charters 

4.8/5 (201 reviews)
 58646 North Carolina 12, Hatteras, NC 27943, United States

Rabid Tuna Sportfishing Charters 

Hatteras, NC, United States
48 ft
6
4.8/5 (201 reviews)

For your next trip to North Carolina, book a trip with Captain Tim Quigley.

Step on board the classic Rose Brothers 1969 boat, lovingly restored in 2018. Groups of 6 will have plenty of space to wet their lines at the same time. The Rabid Tuna is decked out with full safety and navigational gear, so you can fish with peace of mind. There is a restroom, kitchen, and bed for your comfort.

The species you'll be targeting depend on which trip you choose, but can include Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Amberjack, and more. You'll also be catching the live bait on the way to the fishing grounds, which won't take too long.

Children over 2 are welcome and will have life vests provided for them. They'll love reeling in their first-ever fish and will have a great story to tell back at school.

All rods and reels are included in the price and are top quality from Penn International. You can also request to go spearfishing. There are 2 spears you can use with prior notice.

The first mate will work hard on your behalf during the day, so don't forget to tip him 15% of the total trip cost at the end of the trip.

You'll need to bring a cooler of food and drinks along for the day – fishing will work up an appetite! Don't forget your sun protection, and you're good to go.

Book a trip with Rabid Tuna Sportfishing Charters today for an unforgettable day out your whole group will love.

For your next trip to North Carolina, book a trip with Captain Tim Quigley.

Step on board the classic Rose Brothers 1969 boat, lovingly restored in 2018. Groups of 6 will have plenty of space to wet their lines at the same time. The Rabid Tuna is decked out with full safety and navigational gear, so you can fish with peace of mind. There is a restroom, kitchen, and bed for your comfort.

The species you'll be targeting depend on which trip you choose, but can include Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Amberjack, and more. You'll also be catching the live bait on the way to the fishing grounds, which won't take too long.

Children over 2 are welcome and will have life vests provided for them. They'll love reeling in their first-ever fish and will have a great story to tell back at school.

All rods and reels are included in the price and are top quality from Penn International. You can also request to go spearfishing. There are 2 spears you can use with prior notice.

The first mate will work hard on your behalf during the day, so don't forget to tip him 15% of the total trip cost at the end of the trip.

You'll need to bring a cooler of food and drinks along for the day – fishing will work up an appetite! Don't forget your sun protection, and you're good to go.

Book a trip with Rabid Tuna Sportfishing Charters today for an unforgettable day out your whole group will love.

Timothy Quigley
Captain
Timothy Quigley
10 years of experience
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day – Inshore and Wreck
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
US $895
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – King Mackerel
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Nov 30
US $1,675
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day – Offshore Gulf Stream
Just booked! Last booked: 5 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
11 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
US $1,950
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 44 people looking at this charter.

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (260)

What anglers say

95%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
90%
Caught fish

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William Steiner
William Steiner
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Outstanding Charter Despite Tough Conditions
Full Day – Offshore Gulf Stream on July 8, 20264 adults

Despite some pretty rough weather conditions, the captain and crew made safety their top priority while still doing everything they could to put us on fish. They were professional, knowledgeable, and kept us informed throughout the trip, which made us feel confident even when the seas got rough. Their hard work paid off—we ended up catching a bunch of tuna, a couple of mahi-mahi, and even a barracuda. It was an incredible experience, and it was clear the crew never stopped working to make sure we had a successful day on the water. I would 100% recommend this charter to anyone looking for a great offshore fishing experience. Thanks again to the captain and crew for an unforgettable trip!

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Bluefin Tuna
Timothy Quigley
Response from Captain

We cant thank y’all enough for fishing with us! Hope to see you again on a prettier day!

Brandon Maceachran
Brandon Maceachran
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Bluefin tuna
Full Day – Offshore Gulf Stream on February 14, 20262 adults

I had an absolutely incredible experience fishing with Captain Tim and First Mate Dave. From start to finish, they were professional, knowledgeable, and completely dialed in. They put us right on the fish, and thanks to their skill and teamwork, I landed a 72-inch, 215-pound bluefin tuna in just 20 minutes from the fighting chair. The crew worked flawlessly together perfect boat positioning, clear communication, and constant encouragement throughout the fight. It was truly the fish of a lifetime and an absolutely beautiful day on the water. If you’re looking for a top-tier charter with a crew that knows how to get it done, I can’t recommend them enough. I’ll definitely be back!

Reported catch:
Bluefin Tuna
Timothy Quigley
Response from Captain

Cant thank y’all enough for really fun adventure!

Heather Clifton
Heather Clifton
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Rapid Tuna Lovers Forever
Full Day – Offshore Gulf Stream on February 19, 20262 adults

We had the most amazing time and for us it was a trip of a lifetime. We caught three bluefin tuna. Two we had to release one we were able to keep due to size but to be able to see these phenomenal creatures up close was amazing. Communication was outstanding and went above and beyond. We will come back until we are too old to come. we can’t thank Tim, Will, and Dave enough for a perfect day!!!

Reported catch:
Bluefin Tuna
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Timothy Quigley
Response from Captain

Thank yall for becoming our newest Members to Club Rabid Tuna!!! As you can probably tell, we are just as passionate about what we do as you are to experience the Ocean!!

Kyle Jones
Kyle Jones
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Amazing trip
Full Day – Offshore Gulf Stream on May 6, 20264 adults

Captain William and first mate David were extremely friendly and extremely knowledgeable they gave us the option on which fish we would like to go after before taking off and told us pros and cons and probability of actually catching something which we caught a ton a mahi we can't wait to do it again can recommend them enough

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Timothy Quigley
Response from Captain

Cant thank y’all enough for a great day of Mahi fishin! Hope to see you soon!

Ethan Mcwilliams
Ethan Mcwilliams
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
New
Fun time
Half Day – Inshore and Wreck on July 31, 20266 adults

Our group did a morning inshore trip and we had a blast caught Spanish Mackerel and Blue fish. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a charter!

FAQs about Rabid Tuna Sportfishing Charters

Rabid Tuna Sportfishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $895 per group - Half Day – Inshore and Wreck (4 hours)
  • US $895 per group - Half Day – Inshore and Wreck - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,675 per group - 6 Hour Trip – King Mackerel (6 hours)
  • US $1,950 per group - Full Day – Offshore Gulf Stream (11 hours)
When you book a trip with Rabid Tuna Sportfishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Fighting chair 3 fighting chairs
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Radar
Trips booked with Rabid Tuna Sportfishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn International)
  • Live bait (Catch on the trip, doesn't take too long)
  • Lures
  • First mate (Gratuity policy is 15%)
  • Fishing license (All licenses are included with your trip)
Rabid Tuna Sportfishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We can be anywhere from 15 to 40 miles offshore depending on the changes in the Gulf Stream )
  • Wreck fishing
Rabid Tuna Sportfishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Rabid Tuna Sportfishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Timothy Quigley
Timothy Quigley
Timothy Quigley

Hatteras, North Carolina, United States

15 Fishing Reports
201 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2019
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 Tim Quigley has been fishing his whole life on the eastern seaboard. It is a family owned and operated business and has been operating out of Hatteras NC for 9 years. Owner Kathleen Quigley, Tims daughter, is currently in her 4th year of studies at UAS, in Juneau AK with a Marine Bio major and working on the water daily. We pride ourselves on many different fishing techniques and fun for the whole family. We are very kid friendly!

15 Fishing Reports
201 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2019
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 Tim Quigley has been fishing his whole life on the eastern seaboard. It is a family owned and operated business and has been operating out of Hatteras NC for 9 years. Owner Kathleen Quigley, Tims daughter, is currently in her 4th year of studies at UAS, in Juneau AK with a Marine Bio major and working on the water daily. We pride ourselves on many different fishing techniques and fun for the whole family. We are very kid friendly!

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snowy Grouper
Snowy Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snowy Grouper
Snowy Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
48 ft
Year built
1969
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Rose Brothers
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 380HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
We can be anywhere from 15 to 40 miles offshore depending on the changes in the Gulf Stream
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Private toilet
Air conditioning
Fighting chair
3 fighting chairs
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live bait well
Kitchen
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Penn International
Live bait
Catch on the trip, doesn't take too long
Lures
First mate
Gratuity policy is 15%
Fishing license
All licenses are included with your trip

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child friendly
Min. age 2, life vests 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

What’s biting in Hatteras right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Snowy)Grouper (Snowy)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)Marlin (White)
SailfishSailfish
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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