Carrisma Sportfishing 

4.9
(126 reviews)
 4457 Mill Landing Road, Wanchese, NC 27981, United States–

Carrisma Sportfishing 

Wanchese, NC, United States
–
55 ft
6
4.9
(126 reviews)

Not your ordinary fishing charter! Carrisma Sportfishing go out of their way to include you in all parts of your fishing trip, from helping in baiting hooks, setting lines, and gaffing fish! You won't just crank on a rod in a chair on their boat – they want you to be a part of the full experience! Captain Kenny and the crew pride themselves on customer satisfaction and want you to have the saltwater experience of a lifetime.

You will ride in comfort on the 'Carrisma,' a 55' Ocean Sportfisher. The boat is super comfortable with 2 zones of air conditioning, full kitchen, full bathroom, and everything you need plus more to make you feel at home. The boat is also powered by twin 735 HP Detroit engines and can reach your fishing spot fast, considering its size.

There's lots of different fish to target, depending on the trip you choose and the weather. Shorter trips will take you on the pursuit of Mackerel, Bluefish, or Amberjack. When you head out offshore, the catch gets bigger, faster, and much more aggressive once it's hooked. You'll need all of your strength (and a little bit of luck) to reel in Marlin, Sailfish, and different types of Tuna.

The crew has an extensive array of tackle that supports different techniques you'll try out. This comes included in the price, as well as your fishing license. When it comes to your snacks and drinks, you should bring some along for the ride.

If you have any special requests or needs, please contact the captain for arrangements prior to booking. Carrisma Sportfishing will do its best to make your day with them the one you'll never forget!

Not your ordinary fishing charter! Carrisma Sportfishing go out of their way to include you in all parts of your fishing trip, from helping in baiting hooks, setting lines, and gaffing fish! You won't just crank on a rod in a chair on their boat – they want you to be a part of the full experience! Captain Kenny and the crew pride themselves on customer satisfaction and want you to have the saltwater experience of a lifetime.

You will ride in comfort on the 'Carrisma,' a 55' Ocean Sportfisher. The boat is super comfortable with 2 zones of air conditioning, full kitchen, full bathroom, and everything you need plus more to make you feel at home. The boat is also powered by twin 735 HP Detroit engines and can reach your fishing spot fast, considering its size.

There's lots of different fish to target, depending on the trip you choose and the weather. Shorter trips will take you on the pursuit of Mackerel, Bluefish, or Amberjack. When you head out offshore, the catch gets bigger, faster, and much more aggressive once it's hooked. You'll need all of your strength (and a little bit of luck) to reel in Marlin, Sailfish, and different types of Tuna.

The crew has an extensive array of tackle that supports different techniques you'll try out. This comes included in the price, as well as your fishing license. When it comes to your snacks and drinks, you should bring some along for the ride.

If you have any special requests or needs, please contact the captain for arrangements prior to booking. Carrisma Sportfishing will do its best to make your day with them the one you'll never forget!

Carrisma Sportfishing
Charter Operator
Carrisma Sportfishing
10 years of experience
responds within an hour

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Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
Cobia
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
+1
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Nearshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
Cobia
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
+1
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
+5
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
+5
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Deep Drop Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Jul 31
Seabass (Black)
Triggerfish (Gray)
Snapper (Vermilion)
Tilefish
+1
US $2,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
11 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
+5
US $2,600
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

4.9
126 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (192)

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
91%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
87%
Caught fish

Reviews (126)

  • Terry Trask
    Terry Trask
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2019
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Wonderful Day on the Water

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on May 20, 2026 • 4 adults

    Captain Kenny and First Mate Tom were great and worked hard to put us on fish. It was a tough day for all the charter boats but we were able to catch nice Blackfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi and our limit of Tilefish. Everyone enjoy the day and had the opportunity to catch several fish. The Carissma is a very nice boat with room on the fly bridge for everyone to enjoy the views and site fish. The boat's interior was very comfortable and air conditioned for those needing a break from the heat and humidity. The fishing equipment was first class, and Captain Kenny and First Mate Tom were great at explainijg what we were doing and why. I really enjoyed talking about fishing with them and learn alot from their expertise. I could not have been more pleased with our experience.

  • Mark Clodfelter
    Mark Clodfelter
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great experience

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on June 5, 2026 • 4 adults

    The four of us on the trip all caught a nice Mahi Mahi. The tuna were very evasive on this trip. We were one fish shy of catching our limit on the tile fish. We caught one black bass also and got to reel a shark up next to boat. Overall was a great trip and the boat crew worked hard to put us on the fish and fun to be on the boat with. We are already planning next years trip.

  • Michael Epley
    Michael Epley
    Repeat angler
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    4.3
    Verified

    Good times

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on May 16, 2026 • 6 adults

    Had a really good time the boat was great; very comfortable. Only caught fish dueing bottom fishing. We would have rather call fish while trolling, but it’s called fishing, not catching.

  • Kevin Biggers
    Kevin Biggers
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Book It, The Best Fishing Move You Can Make!

    8 Hour Trip – Deep Drop Offshore on June 25, 2025 • 6 adults

    First, the Carrisma is an outstanding fishing platform. Plenty of room on-deck for our group and even more for relaxing in the cool AC. Kenny hooked us up with Dink and Tristen for 8hrs of bottom fishing. Dink put us on the fish… everywhere he stopped. OMG does that captain know his spots. Not only that, he’s got an uncanny sense for what the fish are doing and when they’re doing it. Dink - Thanks for your knowledge/experience and willingness to share. If you want an enjoyable fishing experience, just go ahead and book this one. You may not catch as many as we did but it wouldn’t surprise me if you did.

  • Alex George
    Alex George
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Catching, not fishing

    Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) on June 24, 2025 • 5 adults

    Had a great time doing a nearshore charter on the Carrisma with Captain Dink and First Mate Tristan! Despite some stubborn fish not wanting to bite, they still put us on 20+ fish, Spanish, and blues. Along with an Albie, that they had seen would be in the area days prior, even had their eyes out for some Mahi. They definitely didn’t hold back any information, good company and taught us a bunch. Also fairly certain we outfished every other nearshore charter near us. If you wanna go catching, go with Dink and Tristan!

  • Richard Lordo
    Richard Lordo
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Wow--Best Charter Trip I have ever taken. Thanks Captain Dink and Brandon!

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on September 21, 2022 • 6 adults

    This trip and crew were awesome! We had a great day fishing. Started off with a Sailfish, added some Black Fin Tuna, and then onto to some Sea Bass and an Amberjack. Even had a Dusty Shark show up. After we pulled lines and headed back to the marina, we came across a float and these guys delayed getting back to give us a chance to catch some Mahi Mahi to add to the catch. I have never been on a charter were lines went back into the water after we were headed to the dock. Captain Dink and Brandon went out of their way to make sure that we had a great day. Dink and Brandon were fun guys to chat with as well. Our gang highly recommends chartering with the Carrisma crew. Thanks for a great day on the water!

  • William Sullivan
    William Sullivan
    Repeat angler
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Hope to find more PTO to use

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on July 4, 2025 • 6 adults

    Amazing trip, 11 hours flew by the amenities and skill of the crew made it the best trip we have taken on the outer banks

  • Tyler Bennett
    Tyler Bennett
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Family Day Trip

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on November 18, 2022 • 6 adults

    My family and I had an absolute blast on our trip. The captain and mate were personable and hustled the whole trip (Good job Brandon). The boat was clean and well equipped to handle the trip and comfortable as well. Both the captain and the first mate were very knowledgeable and professional. The conversation, atmosphere and trip was awesome and memorable. The fish were biting and when they weren’t the captain and mate kept us in good spirits and enjoying every minute. We would definitely book with them again!

  • Matthew Chestnut
    Matthew Chestnut
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2024
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Kenny

    8 Hour Trip – Deep Drop Offshore on June 8, 2025 • 4 adults
  • Jim Randazzo
    Jim Randazzo
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2019
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Full day fishing with Dink and Brandon

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on August 30, 2022 • 2 adults

    I'll make this quick. Best fishing day ever! This crew is serious about getting you on the fish and will mix it up when things get slow. Dink knows these waters and Brandon is the best mate I have ever fished with. I believe he would jump in and pull them out for you if he could. The Carrisma is clean, comfortable, and fully equipped. The fully functioning AC was great for taking a break from the action. Thanks for a great day guys!

Rating

4.9
126 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (192)

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
91%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
87%
Caught fish

All reviews (126)

Frequently mentioned
Showing 1 – 5 of 126 reviews
Terry Trask
Terry Trask
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2019
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Wonderful Day on the Water
Full Day Trip – Offshore on May 20, 2026 • 4 adults

Captain Kenny and First Mate Tom were great and worked hard to put us on fish. It was a tough day for all the charter boats but we were able to catch nice Blackfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi and our limit of Tilefish. Everyone enjoy the day and had the opportunity to catch several fish. The Carissma is a very nice boat with room on the fly bridge for everyone to enjoy the views and site fish. The boat's interior was very comfortable and air conditioned for those needing a break from the heat and humidity. The fishing equipment was first class, and Captain Kenny and First Mate Tom were great at explainijg what we were doing and why. I really enjoyed talking about fishing with them and learn alot from their expertise. I could not have been more pleased with our experience.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blackfin Tuna
Mark Clodfelter
Mark Clodfelter
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great experience
Full Day Trip – Offshore on June 5, 2026 • 4 adults

The four of us on the trip all caught a nice Mahi Mahi. The tuna were very evasive on this trip. We were one fish shy of catching our limit on the tile fish. We caught one black bass also and got to reel a shark up next to boat. Overall was a great trip and the boat crew worked hard to put us on the fish and fun to be on the boat with. We are already planning next years trip.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Michael Epley
Michael Epley
Repeat angler
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
4.3
Verified
Good times
Full Day Trip – Offshore on May 16, 2026 • 6 adults

Had a really good time the boat was great; very comfortable. Only caught fish dueing bottom fishing. We would have rather call fish while trolling, but it’s called fishing, not catching.

David Ryans.
David Ryans.
Repeat angler
us
Rhode Island, US
Member since 2018
3 trips
4.7
Verified
Fishing with Kenny
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) on June 24, 2026 • 6 adults

Kevin BIGGERS
Kevin BIGGERS
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Book It, The Best Fishing Move You Can Make!
8 Hour Trip – Deep Drop Offshore on June 25, 2025 • 6 adults

First, the Carrisma is an outstanding fishing platform. Plenty of room on-deck for our group and even more for relaxing in the cool AC. Kenny hooked us up with Dink and Tristen for 8hrs of bottom fishing. Dink put us on the fish… everywhere he stopped. OMG does that captain know his spots. Not only that, he’s got an uncanny sense for what the fish are doing and when they’re doing it. Dink - Thanks for your knowledge/experience and willingness to share. If you want an enjoyable fishing experience, just go ahead and book this one. You may not catch as many as we did but it wouldn’t surprise me if you did.

Reported catch:
Black Seabass
Tilefish

FAQs about Carrisma Sportfishing

Carrisma Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $800 per group - Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Half Day Trip – Nearshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Deep Drop Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $2,600 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (11 hours)
When you book a trip with Carrisma Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Our restroom on the Carrisma is a full service restroom. Complete with a full size house style toilet, sink, and a shower if needed.
  • Air conditioning
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Carrisma Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano, Avet and custom rods)
  • Live bait (We do not normally fish for live bait as it is not necessary for the type of fishing that we do. Any and all bait is included in our pricing at no extra charge.)
  • Lures
  • First mate (Works for tips; usually 20% of the trip price)
  • Fishing license (All fishing permits necessary are included in the trip at no additional cost.)
Carrisma Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Nearshore trips, which include the four hour and six hour very from one to 15 miles offshore. Offshore eight hour deep drop and offshore full day trips very from 25 to 40 miles offshore.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Carrisma Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Carrisma Sportfishing include:
  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Carrisma Sportfishing
Carrisma Sportfishing

Wanchese, North Carolina, United States

10 Fishing Reports
126 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2019

Fishing for over 50 years and now that it has become my line of work it's the last job I will ever have. Took a long time to get here, but I'm glad to go to work every day!

Carrisma Sportfishing
Carrisma Sportfishing
10
reports
126
reviews
2019
member since
~1h
response
Fishing for over 50 years and now that it has become my line of work it's the last job I will ever have. Took a long time to get here, but I'm glad to go to work every day!

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Bigeye Tuna
Bigeye Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Hope to find more PTO to use
    William S.
    William S.
  • Book It, The Best Fishing Move You Can Make!
    Kevin B.
    Kevin B.
  • Catching, not fishing
    Alex G.
    Alex G.
  • Fishing with Kenny
    Matthew C.
    Matthew C.
  • Great Family Day Trip
    Tyler B.
    Tyler B.
  • Wow--Best Charter Trip I have ever taken.  Thanks Captain Dink and Brandon!
    Richard L.
    Richard L.
  • Full day fishing with Dink and Brandon
    Jim R.
    Jim R.
  • Full Day - Gulf Stream and other offshore
    Tim W.
    Tim W.
  • Full day on the fish
    Greg O.
    Greg O.
  • Fishing with Kenny
    Darryl C.
    Darryl C.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
55 ft
Year built
1988
Restored in
2016
Boat manufacturer
Ocean Yachts
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Detroit
Powered by
2 x 735HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Our restroom on the Carrisma is a full service restroom. Complete with a full size house style toilet, sink, and a shower if needed.
Air conditioning
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano, Avet and custom rods
Live bait
We do not normally fish for live bait as it is not necessary for the type of fishing that we do. Any and all bait is included in our pricing at no extra charge.
Lures
First mate
Works for tips; usually 20% of the trip price
Fishing license
All fishing permits necessary are included in the trip at no additional cost.

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
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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Wanchese right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)Marlin (White)
SailfishSailfish
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Tuna (Bigeye)Tuna (Bigeye)
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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