Top Predator Adventures

Top Predator Adventures is dedicated to make your trip as successful and memorable as possible. Captain Cody Dakin has over 15 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!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • 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 31 - Oct 1
    $450
    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 31 - Oct 1
    $450
    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
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    $450
    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.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    $450
    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.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    $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.
  • Private trip
    6 Hr Trip–Trophy Redfish/ Shark
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 31 - Oct 1
    $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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FAQs about Top Predator Adventures

Top Predator Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • $450 per group, additional $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hr Trip-Trophy Redfish/Shark (PM) (4 hours)
  • $450 per group, additional $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 hr Trip–Trophy Redfish/Shark (AM) (4 hours)
  • $450 per group, additional $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • $450 per group, additional $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • $650 per group, additional $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • $650 per group, additional $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
  • Lures
  • Fishing License

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)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet the Captain

Cody Dakin
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
176 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since August 2020
Angler's Choice
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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.
Our Team
Cody D.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Bluefish Bluefish
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish

Boat specs

Bulls Bay (Center console) originally built in 2017. Powered by a 140HP Suzuki engine.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
5 persons

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
Lures
Fishing License

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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

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

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Recent fishing reports

Cool Weather has the fishing on fire!
Cool Weather has the fishing on fire!
November 12, 2023
As the weather starts turning cooler, the fishing has only been getting better by the day! We have been staying in the saltmarsh chasing redfish and speckled with a few blackdrum and sheepshead mixed in! It has not been uncommon to hit the 50 fish mark on recent trips!
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 176 reviews
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Experience
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Fishing with Cody

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 26, 2023
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Matt P.
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Fishing with Cody

VERIFIED   4 hr Trip–Trophy Redfish/Shark (AM) on August 25, 2023
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Andrew I.
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Best by far…

VERIFIED   4 hr Trip–Trophy Redfish/Shark (AM) on August 20, 2023
We had an on-time departure from the dock. Capt Cody had already caught our bait so no lost angling time in search of bait....
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Rob H.
Candler, NC
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Morning Trip with Captain Cody

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 13, 2023
Just got home from an awesome experience fishing with Captain Cody. We met up with him early this morning and he took us around...
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David L.
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Fishing trip in August

VERIFIED   4 hr Trip–Trophy Redfish/Shark (AM) on August 2, 2023
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