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!
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Caught fish
86%
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8 Hour Trip – Deep Drop Offshore on June 25, 2025
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.
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...
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Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) on June 24, 2025
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!
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,...
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Full Day Trip – Offshore on May 17, 2025
The captain and mate are great guys. Fun to be around and very professional. The boat was very clean and extremely comfortable for an all day trip. The trip was scheduled for Saturday, but had to be rescheduled for Monday due to the weather. My dad and I throughly enjoyed our day and would highly recommend this charter.
The captain and mate are great guys. Fun to be around and very professional. The boat was very clean and extremely comfortable for an all day trip. The trip was scheduled for Saturday, but had to be rescheduled for Monday due to the weather. My dad and I throughly enjoyed our day and would highly recommend this charter.
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Full Day Trip – Offshore on July 4, 2025
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
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
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8 Hour Trip – Deep Drop Offshore on June 8, 2025
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Wanchese, North Carolina, United States
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!
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
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
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
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.
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.
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
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.