Let Breakwater Charters take you fishing on the beautiful Crystal Coast! Captain Ashley offers lots of different options for you and your family. Even if fishing is not the main priority for every member of your group, there’s something for everybody. The ones that don’t want to hold the rod, they can hold the camera – the trip will take you to a beautiful sightseeing area as well.

You will be comfortable riding along in the captain’s 50ft Buddy Davis custom Carolina sportfish. The boat accommodates up to six guests and everybody can fish at the same time if you’re trolling. When bottom fishing, only four lines can be out at the same time, so you’ll need to take turns.

Depending on which option you are choosing to book, the targeted species change. If you’re looking to fish nearshore or offshore, you can target pelagic fish like King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Sailfish or do some bottom dropping for Snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish, and other bottom dwellers.

If inshore or nearshore would be more manageable for you and your group, targeted species would include Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, King Mackerel, and in certain times of the year Cobia.

Your fishing equipment and lures are covered, while it’s up to you to bring snacks and drinks. Don’t forget your sunscreen, especially on a full day trip. Kids of all ages are welcome, you only need to bring life vests in case they are less than 3 years old.

With their extensive navigation system and over 20 years of experience fishing these waters, you can count on Breakwater Charters keeping you safe and ensuring a fun time too!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Bluefin Tuna
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 15 - Feb 15
    US $500
    This trip specifically targets giant bluefin tuna during our season!
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $650
    Shorter trips are usually a safe option for families with kids, especially if you're not sure if they'll like being on the boat. With a short trip like this, nobody will get bored and you still have more than enough time to catch Spanish Mackerel and Bluefish. Bring snacks and drinks.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $650
    This is probably the most popular trip for family outings. You'll usually go trolling for Spanish Mackerel and Bluefish. If your kid is under 3 years old, bring a life vest for them. Fishing equipment is covered fully, while you need to bring drinks and snacks for the day.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,175
    This trip gives you the chance to target King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel. You won't go as far as you would on a full day trip but it's still far enough to get some of these fast beasts. Your fishing equipment is covered, just bring food and drinks.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Offshore
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,675
    You'll head out up to 35 miles offshore and target pelagic fish such as Mahi, King Mackerel, and Amberjack or target tasty bottom fish like Triggerfish, Snapper, and Grouper. Bring your food and drinks.
  • Private trip
    Full Day – Bluewater Gulf Stream
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    11 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    US $2,550
    This is for the serious anglers out there! You'll go up to 60 miles out and target all the pelagics! Marlin, Wahoo, Sailfish, and Mahi just to name a few. Also drop to the bottom for Triggerfish, snapper and more. Make sure to bring your food and drinks.
  • Private trip
    Swordfish
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    13 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Sat, Sun)
    US $2,850
    On this trip you will be making an 80+ mile run to the swordfishing grounds. These amazing fish are on every serious anglers bucket list and this trip will give you a chance to check it off!
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FAQs about Breakwater Charters

Breakwater Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - Bluefin Tuna (8 hours)
  • US $650 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,175 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,675 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $2,550 per group - Full Day – Bluewater Gulf Stream (11 hours)
  • US $2,850 per group - Swordfish (13 hours)

When you book a trip with Breakwater Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box 4 for the catch and 1 for drinks
  • Radar

Trips booked with Breakwater Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano and penn)
  • Live Bait (Prepared in advance)
  • Lures
  • First Mate (20% tip is customary)
  • Fishing License

Breakwater Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Breakwater Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Breakwater Charters include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Ashley Forrest
Morehead City, North Carolina, United States
ID & license verified
100 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since August 2019
Capt. Ashley has been a captain for 14 years but he has been fishing for much longer, as long as he can remember. He's a local and knows everything there is to know about the local waters. He enjoys watching people catch fish, especially kids!

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Boat specs

Buddy Davis Carolina Custom (Sportfishing) originally built in 1987, and restored in 2017. Powered by 2 735HP Detroit engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
50 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano and penn
Live Bait
Prepared in advance
Lures
First Mate
20% tip is customary
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

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; bring life vests if under 3 y.o.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

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 4% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 100 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (137)
Fishing with Ashley and Cody
Fishing with Ashley and Cody
No BlueFin But Good Day On The Water
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
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Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
87%
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James S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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No BlueFin But Good Day On The Water

VERIFIED   Bluefin Tuna on January 15, 2024
Overall a good trip.  The goal was to get a BlueFin but none wanted to play.  Captain Ashley did a great job to ensure we...
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Deana M.
Richmond, VA
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent Half Day Trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 13, 2023
This was our second year fishing with Captain Ashley.  He is a great Captain and a genuinely nice person.  Both trips he...
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Christopher L.
Mechanicsburg, PA
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day trip with Ashley and Bryce

VERIFIED   Full Day – Bluewater Gulf Stream on May 7, 2023
This was the first time serval of my family members went deep sea fishing. Ashley was very knowledgeable and guided us on what...
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Cassandra K.
Excellent
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Fishing with Ashley and Cody

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 7, 2024
Despite our trip being cut short on our part due to sea sickness, Captain Ashley and first mate Cody spent our entire trip...
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Paul R.
Raleigh, NC
Excellent
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8 hour trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – Offshore on June 28, 2023
Our group had a great time fishing! Captain Ashley and first mate Bryce were awesome. One of our group needed extra help and...
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