Rabid Tuna Sportfishing Charters

4.8/5 (195 reviews)

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58646 North Carolina 12, Hatteras, NC 27943, United States–

4.8/5 (195)

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58646 North Carolina 12

Hatteras, NC, United States

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Trips & prices What's included Targeted species Boat info Reviews Contact captain

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.

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.

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Fishing license

Live bait

You keep catch

Toilet

Child friendly

Popular features

Fishing license

Live bait

You keep catch

Toilet

Child friendly

Rating

4.8

195 reviews

4.8

Boat & equipment

4.9

Captain & crew

4.8

Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

96%

Great experience

95%

Family friendly

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Good boat

93%

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Brandon Maceachran

Repeat angler

Virginia, US

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Member since 2023

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2 trips

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Bluefin tuna

Full Day – Offshore Gulf Stream on February 14, 2026 • 2 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!

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Response from Captain

February 20, 2026

Cant thank y’all enough for really fun adventure! 

Kyle Jones

Virginia, US

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Member since 2026

5.0

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Amazing trip

Full Day – Offshore Gulf Stream on May 6, 2026 • 4 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

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Response from Captain

May 7, 2026

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

Scott Vickery

North Carolina, US

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Member since 2024

5.0

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We had a great trip.

Full Day – Offshore Gulf Stream on May 17, 2026 • 3 adults

We had a great day of fishing. Captain Tim and first mate Dave made this an unforgettable trip. We caught our limit of Mahi and a few falase albacore as well. I would 
definitely recommend Rabid Tuna for anyone that is looking to have a good time on the water while catching some fish.

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Heather Clifton

North Carolina, US

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Member since 2025

5.0

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Rapid Tuna Lovers Forever

Full Day – Offshore Gulf Stream on February 19, 2026 • 2 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!!!

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Response from Captain

February 20, 2026

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!! 

Nick LaFrankie

Virginia, US

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Member since 2025

5.0

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Will be back for another trip!

Half Day – Inshore and Wreck on July 31, 2025 • 6 adults

Capt Tim provided an awesome experience. He made sure we were going out into good weather, put us on the fish, and provided a very memorable day. He’s got a ton of experience, knows where the fish are, and was a pleasure to spend a trip with (played great music all day). First Mate David was also a great guy to have with us to help us catch fish and shared a ton of knowledge and enthusiasm!

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Half Day – Inshore and Wreck

4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)

US $895