Reel Time Charters 

4.9/5 (179 reviews)
 204 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, NC 28512, United States

Reel Time Charters 

Atlantic Beach, NC, United States
31 ft
6
4.9/5 (179 reviews)

Reel Time Charters is a family-friendly outfit that always puts safety first and fun at a close second. As long as these two conditions are met, the fish arrive on deck in no time! Captain Cody Garner's passion is taking people out to see what goes on in the ocean and his guests' smiling faces are what keeps him going. This charter does it all – from catching Spanish Mackerel on the beach to chasing pelagic game fish in the Gulf Stream!

The vessel that will take you to your desired fishing grounds is a 31' custom Carolina saltwater fishing boat. Featuring a 220 HP Isuzu inboard diesel, all the necessary safety equipment, electronic systems for navigation and fish finding, as well as a private toilet, the boat will serve as a safe and comfortable fishing platform for your entire group, allowing you a fun and productive time on the water.

The captain will provide you with everything you'll need to fish. You'll be equipped with top-notch Avet and Shimano rods and reels, bait, and lures. Your fishing license is also covered by the charter, so all you need to focus on is putting the fish in the boat. Up to 6 anglers can join all the trips, including kids of all ages. However, only 4 guests can fish at the same time.

It's recommended to be at the meetup location 15-20 minutes prior to the trip. Free parking will be available, as well as shops opening at 6:00 am, and a 24/7 gas station nearby. Things you should bring aboard with you are a cooler with drinks and snacks, sunscreen, and sunglasses. The first mate will be present on all trips to assist you. He works for tips and the suggested gratuity rate is 20%. Fish cleaning is available after the trip for $1.00 per pound.

All that remains for you to do is to pick out a date, check the captain's availability, and book your next fishing adventure!

Reel Time Charters is a family-friendly outfit that always puts safety first and fun at a close second. As long as these two conditions are met, the fish arrive on deck in no time! Captain Cody Garner's passion is taking people out to see what goes on in the ocean and his guests' smiling faces are what keeps him going. This charter does it all – from catching Spanish Mackerel on the beach to chasing pelagic game fish in the Gulf Stream!

The vessel that will take you to your desired fishing grounds is a 31' custom Carolina saltwater fishing boat. Featuring a 220 HP Isuzu inboard diesel, all the necessary safety equipment, electronic systems for navigation and fish finding, as well as a private toilet, the boat will serve as a safe and comfortable fishing platform for your entire group, allowing you a fun and productive time on the water.

The captain will provide you with everything you'll need to fish. You'll be equipped with top-notch Avet and Shimano rods and reels, bait, and lures. Your fishing license is also covered by the charter, so all you need to focus on is putting the fish in the boat. Up to 6 anglers can join all the trips, including kids of all ages. However, only 4 guests can fish at the same time.

It's recommended to be at the meetup location 15-20 minutes prior to the trip. Free parking will be available, as well as shops opening at 6:00 am, and a 24/7 gas station nearby. Things you should bring aboard with you are a cooler with drinks and snacks, sunscreen, and sunglasses. The first mate will be present on all trips to assist you. He works for tips and the suggested gratuity rate is 20%. Fish cleaning is available after the trip for $1.00 per pound.

All that remains for you to do is to pick out a date, check the captain's availability, and book your next fishing adventure!

Cody Garner
Captain
Cody Garner
9 years of experience
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responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
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4 Hour Half Day (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
US $575
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Half Day
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 10:30 AM
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
US $575
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Half Day (PM)
Just booked! Last booked: 2 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
US $575
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Giant Blue Fin Tuna
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Jan 30
Tuna (Bluefin)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Shark (Blacktip)
Tuna (Blackfin)
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
+5
US $1,150
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Afternoon
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 11:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+7
US $1,150
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+5
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Sailfish
+5
US $1,700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (152)

What anglers say

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

All reviews (179)

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Zachary Sonnevil
Zachary Sonnevil
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2020
3 trips
5.0
Verified
THIS is the charter you want out of NC!
Full Day Offshore on June 10, 20263 adults

I highly recommend Captain Cody to anyone looking for an enjoyable day on the water. I have chartered several times in the area and this team is by far the best I have experienced. They got us on fish with enthusiasm both trolling and bottom fishing. We caught many different species and the crew was knowledgeable, informative, and answered all of our many questions with care and kindness. Captain Cody and first mate Justin were wonderful with my seven year old daughter and very patient working through a bit of sea sickness with her. They delivered on all of their promises that we saw when we booked the charter. If you are looking for a fun and successful day on the water book with Captain Cody! He and his team are top notch - you won’t regret it!

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Cody Garner
Response from Captain

Thank you! you guys were great!

Richard Gammon
Richard Gammon
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
great trip
12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream on June 24, 20264 adults

Captain Cody and mate Justin make us feel welcomed from the moment we met them. They were very professional and knew their profession. it was rough with high seas to say the least, but Cody handled seas without any issues. I highly recommend them both. We caught wahoo, tuna and Mahi.

Cody Garner
Response from Captain

Thanks Mr. Rick! hope to see you guys again. 5 star crew!

Mark Clodfelter
Mark Clodfelter
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
3 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Very productive outing
12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream on July 4, 20262 adults

We caught a variety of fish on this trip. 17 blackfin tuna, a barracuda, 2 false albacore, 4 red fish, a mahi mahi, a tile fish, 2 scamp groupers, 7 snowy groupers which we had to release since they are out of season.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blackfin Tuna
Brandon Tuck
Brandon Tuck
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Reel Time is the real deal
Full Day Offshore on June 13, 20264 adults

Captain Cody and first mate Justin worked hard to locate the fish. I was happy with the amount we caught and the different species. Would highly recommend Reel Time Charters to anyone in the Atlantic Beach area.

Reported catch:
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Seabass
Gray Triggerfish
+1
Cody Garner
Response from Captain

Thanks buddy!

Kevin Pease
Kevin Pease
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Blues and Spanish
4 Hour Half Day (AM) on June 15, 20264 adults

Great day on the ocean with Reel Time! We had fun pulling in spanish mackerel and blues. I look forward to booking again!

Cody Garner
Response from Captain

Thanks kevin!

FAQs about Reel Time Charters

Reel Time Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $575 per group - 4 Hour Half Day (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 4 Hour Half Day (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 4 Hour Half Day (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - Giant Blue Fin Tuna (8 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Afternoon (8 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Offshore (10 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream (12 hours)
When you book a trip with Reel Time Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed porcelain toilet.
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Reel Time Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is 1 dollar per pound whole fish weight. )
  • First mate (First mate is always available. )
  • Fishing license (All licenseing is provided.)
Reel Time Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Up to 50 miles offshore.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Reel Time Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Reel Time Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Cody Garner
Cody Garner
Cody Garner

Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, United States

10 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
179 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 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.

My father owned a small tackle shop when I was little and ran charters on the weekends. I fell in love with it being with dad all the time. Years later I went off to college on a division II football scholarship. At the end of my sophomore season I left school to get my captains license and start fishing. I am chasing my dream of being an offshore fishing guide and I love being on the water everyday.

10 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
179 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 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.

My father owned a small tackle shop when I was little and ran charters on the weekends. I fell in love with it being with dad all the time. Years later I went off to college on a division II football scholarship. At the end of my sophomore season I left school to get my captains license and start fishing. I am chasing my dream of being an offshore fishing guide and I love being on the water everyday.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
31 ft
Year built
1990
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Custom
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 315HP
Max cruising speed
27 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Up to 50 miles offshore.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed porcelain toilet.
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Outriggers
Ice box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is 1 dollar per pound whole fish weight.
First mate
First mate is always available.
Fishing license
All licenseing is provided.

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
No age limits.
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

 Checks

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Atlantic Beach right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
SailfishSailfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
WahooWahoo

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