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Top Predator Adventures

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(212 reviews)
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Map of Mount Pleasant, SC, United States
Shrimp Boat Lane 1401
Mount Pleasant, SC, United States
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Top Predator Adventures is dedicated to make your trip as successful and memorable as possible. Captain Cody Dakin has over 17 years of experience fishing the Charleston area and with him by your side, you can count on catching something that tastes great and/or pulls hard! Or if you are looking for a Charleston experience that the typical beach goer doesn’t see, island hopping where you can search for sharks teeth and sand dollars is a great way to spend an afternoon!

You will make your way around Charleston harbor on a 22’ Bulls Bay powered by a Suzuki outboard engine. The vessel can carry up to 4 adult guests comfortably. Kids 6 and older are recommended.

The time of year will play a role in which fish are likely to be caught and what type of charter pairs well with that targeted fish. The Captain wants your trip to be successful in every way possible so he will contact you prior to the trip to make sure there is a solid game plan for the day. Typical inshore fishing trips could include Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, Black Drum, and Sharks. Seasonal bull Redfish and sharks give you the opportunity to catch big fish on big tackle.

Included in the charter are all top-quality rods and reels, bait, tackle, and ice. You are encouraged to bring whatever you would like to eat or drink in a small soft cooler. A large cooler will be provided. Proper clothing ensures an enjoyable experience as well as a good supply of sunscreen. All fishing licenses are provided.

Captain Cody hopes to see you out on the water chasing a Top Predator!

  • Fishing License
  • Live Bait
  • You Keep Catch
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Child Friendly
  • Rods, reels & tackle

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 hr Trip–Trophy Red/Shark 12pm
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1
    Price for 2 persons
    US $250
    Have a chance to catch redfish of a lifetime! This hard-pulling fish will really test your endurance and will to win the battle! From 30" all the way to 45", this fish will be a highlight of your trip to Charleston! Also, experience the heart pounding thill of having an angry shark on the line! Fun for the whole family!
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Lemon)
    Lemon Shark
  • Private trip
    2 hr Trip–Trophy Red/Shark 2pm
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1
    Price for 2 persons
    US $250
    Have a chance to catch redfish of a lifetime! This hard-pulling fish will really test your endurance and will to win the battle! From 30" all the way to 45", this fish will be a highlight of your trip to Charleston! Also, experience the heart pounding thill of having an angry shark on the line! Fun for the whole family!
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Lemon)
    Lemon Shark
  • Private trip
    2 hr Trip–Trophy Red/Shark 4pm
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1
    Price for 2 persons
    US $250
    Have a chance to catch redfish of a lifetime! This hard-pulling fish will really test your endurance and will to win the battle! From 30" all the way to 45", this fish will be a highlight of your trip to Charleston! Also, experience the heart pounding thill of having an angry shark on the line! Fun for the whole family!
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Lemon)
    Lemon Shark
  • Private trip
    4 Hr Trip-Trophy Redfish/Shark (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1
    Price for 2 persons
    US $500
    Have a chance to catch a redfish of a lifetime! These hard pulling fish will really test your endurance and will to win the battle! From 30" all the way to 45", these fish will be a highlight to your trip to Charleston! Also, experience the heart pounding thill of having an angry shark on the line! Fun for the whole family!
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
  • Private trip
    4 hr Trip–Trophy Redfish/Shark (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1
    Price for 2 persons
    US $500
    Have a chance to catch redfish of a lifetime! This hard-pulling fish will really test your endurance and will to win the battle! From 30" all the way to 45", this fish will be a highlight of your trip to Charleston! Also, experience the heart pounding thill of having an angry shark on the line! Fun for the whole family!
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $500
    This is a great option to catch Redfish and Trout on topwater. We target most inshore species on morning trips with early starts available per request.
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $500
    This is a great option for you to get out and catch fish and be back in time for dinner. Spend the afternoon on the boat, targeting Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, Black Drum, and Sharks.
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $650
    This trip gives you more opportunity to land that trophy fish. This is a great option for nearshore trips on calm days where we target Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Bluefish, Flounder, Cobia, Amberjack, and sharks.
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    6 Hr Trip–Trophy Redfish/ Shark
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1
    Price for 2 persons
    US $650
    Have a chance to catch redfish of a lifetime! This hard-pulling fish will really test your endurance and will to win the battle. From 30" all the way to 45", this fish will be a highlight of your trip to Charleston! Also, experience the heart pounding thill of having an angry shark on the line! Fun for the whole family!
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
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VERIFIED   6 Hr Trip–Trophy Redfish/ Shark on June 29, 2024
I have taken a lot of charter boat trips over the years. Honestly, I very rarely review them. Typically I go in with minimal...
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Shark frenzy with Captain Cody

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip-Trophy Redfish/Shark (PM) on June 26, 2024
Captain Cody put us on BIG sharks right away. We caught over 10 huge, 5 foot lemon sharks, had a 6+ footer break my line at...
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Corey C.
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Amazing views and catching fish!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on August 29, 2024
This fishing trip was amazing! I have been on many fishing trips and this was by far the best! Very kind and down to the earth...
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Nathan C.
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Sharks!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 10, 2024
We asked Captain Cody to take us on a shark adventure…he did not disappoint!  From the moment we cast the first line until...
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Perfect Day

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on May 26, 2024
My son and I have been on many trips and this day was really amazing. Some stuff is luck and totally out of our control. He...
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FAQs about Top Predator Adventures

Top Predator Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 hr Trip–Trophy Red/Shark 12pm (2 hours)
  • US $250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 hr Trip–Trophy Red/Shark 2pm (2 hours)
  • US $250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 hr Trip–Trophy Red/Shark 4pm (2 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hr Trip-Trophy Redfish/Shark (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 hr Trip–Trophy Redfish/Shark (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hr Trip–Trophy Redfish/ Shark (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Top Predator Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Lowrance
  • Fishfinder Lowrance
  • Live Bait Well
Trips booked with Top Predator Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Catching bait is included in shark trips. Bait will already be caught for inshore fishing trips )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (It is included in the trip.)
  • Fishing License (All licenses are included in trip price)
Top Predator Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing
Top Predator Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
Top targeted fish species with Top Predator Adventures include:
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Lemon)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet the Captain

Cody Dakin
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United States
4 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
212 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since August 2020
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.
Captain Cody Dakin has been fishing the creeks around Charleston since he was a little boy. The thrill of a big fish on the line brings pure joy to his face and the ultimate goal is for you to experience it too! Any day on the water is a good day.
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Cody D.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Bluefish Bluefish
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Bulls Bay
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 140HP

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

GPS
Lowrance
Fishfinder
Lowrance
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Catching bait is included in shark trips. Bait will already be caught for inshore fishing trips
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
It is included in the trip.
Fishing License
All licenses are included in trip price

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Kids ages 6+ are welcome on any trip
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
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Payment

Pay online in full

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No additional fees.
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

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Recent fishing reports

Fall fishing is coming early!
Fall fishing is coming early!
September 5, 2024
The cool weather this past week has got the speckled trout and redfish in a feeding frenzy! We have had good success targeting redfish or trout in many places! Jump at any October dates available!
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