Under Pressure Charters 

4.9/5 (135 reviews)
 58848 Marina Way off hwy12, Hatteras, NC 27953, United States

Under Pressure Charters 

Hatteras, NC, United States
45 feet
6
4.9/5 (135 reviews)

Next time you're in Hatteras, NC, make sure to take a fishing trip with Under Pressure Charters. Operated by captain JT, who has almost 30 years of experience, this charter offers amazing fishing trips year round. Explore any type of fishing grounds and catch the fish of your dreams. You can stay inshore if you're bringing your kids or head out offshore if you're here to break your record. 

Enjoy a fun day on a 45' Glass Marine boat with a large deck space to fish on, clean bathroom, and a spacious air conditioned cabin. There's plenty of room for each angler and the capacity is limited to 6 guests. This boat doesn't offer just comfort, and she's also a true fishing machine. You'll find new Raymarine navigational electronics, an 800 HP Caterpillar engine, a flybridge, and outriggers.

With miles and miles of sea that this charter covers, comes a variety of fish species you can catch. Go after Kingfish, Red Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, and Cobia, or dare to battle big game species, such as Tuna, Sailfish, Wahoo, and Mahi Mahi.

The crew will share the catch with you but cleaning service is not included in the price. Your fishing license and equipment are covered, so you only need to pack food and drinks. Kids are welcome to join, and it's recommended to take a short trip in that case.

Under Pressure Charters hopes you'll join them next time you feel it's time for an adventure.

Next time you're in Hatteras, NC, make sure to take a fishing trip with Under Pressure Charters. Operated by captain JT, who has almost 30 years of experience, this charter offers amazing fishing trips year round. Explore any type of fishing grounds and catch the fish of your dreams. You can stay inshore if you're bringing your kids or head out offshore if you're here to break your record. 

Enjoy a fun day on a 45' Glass Marine boat with a large deck space to fish on, clean bathroom, and a spacious air conditioned cabin. There's plenty of room for each angler and the capacity is limited to 6 guests. This boat doesn't offer just comfort, and she's also a true fishing machine. You'll find new Raymarine navigational electronics, an 800 HP Caterpillar engine, a flybridge, and outriggers.

With miles and miles of sea that this charter covers, comes a variety of fish species you can catch. Go after Kingfish, Red Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, and Cobia, or dare to battle big game species, such as Tuna, Sailfish, Wahoo, and Mahi Mahi.

The crew will share the catch with you but cleaning service is not included in the price. Your fishing license and equipment are covered, so you only need to pack food and drinks. Kids are welcome to join, and it's recommended to take a short trip in that case.

Under Pressure Charters hopes you'll join them next time you feel it's time for an adventure.

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (416)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
89%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

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Patricia Nelson
Patricia Nelson
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2019
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
Great weather and great fishing!!!
Offshore Trip on May 23, 20265 adults1 child
This trip was the best ever!!!! The Captain, JT, was knowledgeable about the area and an expert fisherman. His abilities are amaing. He kept us on the fish. The mate, Matt, was great to spend the day with. He worked hard all day and was east to talk to and he included are Grandchildren 13 and 7 in the fishing and was expert with the gaffe. This was a birthday trip for our Grandson (13). We caught Wahoo, Mai Mai, Amberjack, and Blackfin!! The vessel (Under Pressure) was well equiped, sound and clean. Nice vessel!! I would book again with JT in a heartbeat. We had the bestday ever!!!!
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Amberjack
Wahoo
Response from Captain
June 3, 2026
thanks for going you guys did great.
Lindsey Wilkerson-thomas
Lindsey Wilkerson-thomas
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
1st time fishing on a charter and won't be the last!!!
Inshore Trip - 12:00 PM on April 24, 20266 adults
Captain JT and first mate Jeff were awesome! We had a party of 6, all 1st timers, including two 15 year old boys, for my son's birthday. Even though the birthday boy got seasick, he still said he had the best time ever! Captain JT and Jeff worked hard to put us on the fish and we came in with a 10 blues and 1 king makeral for a total of 68.5 lbs😁 there was a gentleman that fileted them at the marina for $1/lb and we had a fish fry at our airbnb that night. it was a wonderful experience! thank you so much Captain JT and 1st mate Jeff!
Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Response from Captain
April 26, 2026
Thanks, little slow to start but we got on them. Hope to see you guys again.
Hope Mumby
Hope Mumby
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
An almost record breaking Albacore
Inshore Trip on July 15, 20255 adults
JT and Alex were fantastic guides for our group of 5 from upstate NY. The weather was unfortunately not in our favor this morning and storms were passing through, but JT was sure to contact us before leaving our Airbnb 25 minutes from the boat and offered to wait it out for a few more hours. We still got the entirety of our 5-hour trip and then some out in the water, regardless of the late start. He communicated very thoroughly, confirming at the time of booking, the night before and the day of our trip. He was sure to mention all of the important steps for us to follow and tips he had - for both fishing and sight seeing. His assistant Jesus (government name: Alex) was friendly, helpful, and went above and beyond to give our crew the best experience possible. It’s a bit tricky to find but JT gave excellent directions and texted photos of the map for the shopping center and how to find them. At the end, we got to keep all of the fish we caught, and JT and Jesus washed them and laid them out so we could take a group photo! They even weighed a 16.5 lb albacore caught by our dad and checked for citations for weight! Sadly, it fell short by 3.5 lbs, but was still exciting nonetheless. Down the dock is a booth where you can have your fish cleaned and filleted for a very reasonable price. Exceptional experience and highly recommend! Would definitely book another tour with Under Pressure!
Response from Captain
July 16, 2025
It was a fun day, you guys were alot of fun.Thanks for going.
Nathan Cost
Nathan Cost
Repeat angler
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2021
4 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Great first time offshore fishing!
Offshore Trip on July 4, 20251 adult1 child
Under Pressure provided my daughter and I with an awesome experience! This was our first offshore fishing trip and Captain JT gave us an adventure to remember. He used his knowledge of the local waters to maximize fishing time and had us on fish all day. We caught Wahoo on the way out and on the way back in, jigged a 54 pound Amberjack, and hooked multiple Tuna. First Mate Alex hustled to keep the baits fresh and change lure sets as we targeted new fish. By the end of the day we were exhausted from our time in the fighting chair, but had a combined catch of 145 pounds in the ice box to show for all the effort. Under Pressure exceeded all of our expectations. We would highly recommend them and are already looking forward to our next trip on the water with Captain JT and First Mate Alex. Thank you for a great day of fishing!
Reported catch:
Amberjack
Wahoo
Blackfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Response from Captain
July 6, 2025
It was a good day, you guys were great and we had fun. Thanks for going.
Katie Millen
Katie Millen
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
Dream came true
11 Hour Trip – Wreck/Bottom Fishing on June 22, 20256 adults
My husband has been wanting to do a trip like this forever. We sold our house and moved to NC and finally got the opportunity to do so. Captain TJ called a few nights before to go over everything ad to see if we had any questions we departed at 5:30 am and departed to a beautiful sunrise and a beautiful day to go fishing captain TJ and first mate Alex (who was fricken awesome by the way) Cap always put us onto fish and what was even more special he came to fish with us and To show us what to do we cause so many fish and lost a few big ones. We got Amber Jacks, Baracuda, B Liner, Black Sea Bass it’s totally worth doing the full day tour. We had an awesome time can’t wait to go again…. Thank you First Mate Alex & Captain TJ
Reported catch:
Amberjack
Response from Captain
June 23, 2025
Thanks for going you guys were a blast.

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Inshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
11 Hour Trip – Wreck/Bottom Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
11 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
US $1,650
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Offshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
11 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
US $1,650
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (416)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
89%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

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Patricia Nelson
Patricia Nelson
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2019
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
Great weather and great fishing!!!
Offshore Trip on May 23, 20265 adults1 child
This trip was the best ever!!!! The Captain, JT, was knowledgeable about the area and an expert fisherman. His abilities are amaing. He kept us on the fish. The mate, Matt, was great to spend the day with. He worked hard all day and was east to talk to and he included are Grandchildren 13 and 7 in the fishing and was expert with the gaffe. This was a birthday trip for our Grandson (13). We caught Wahoo, Mai Mai, Amberjack, and Blackfin!! The vessel (Under Pressure) was well equiped, sound and clean. Nice vessel!! I would book again with JT in a heartbeat. We had the bestday ever!!!!
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Amberjack
Wahoo
Response from Captain
June 3, 2026
thanks for going you guys did great.
Lindsey Wilkerson-thomas
Lindsey Wilkerson-thomas
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
1st time fishing on a charter and won't be the last!!!
Inshore Trip - 12:00 PM on April 24, 20266 adults
Captain JT and first mate Jeff were awesome! We had a party of 6, all 1st timers, including two 15 year old boys, for my son's birthday. Even though the birthday boy got seasick, he still said he had the best time ever! Captain JT and Jeff worked hard to put us on the fish and we came in with a 10 blues and 1 king makeral for a total of 68.5 lbs😁 there was a gentleman that fileted them at the marina for $1/lb and we had a fish fry at our airbnb that night. it was a wonderful experience! thank you so much Captain JT and 1st mate Jeff!
Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Response from Captain
April 26, 2026
Thanks, little slow to start but we got on them. Hope to see you guys again.
Hope Mumby
Hope Mumby
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
An almost record breaking Albacore
Inshore Trip on July 15, 20255 adults
JT and Alex were fantastic guides for our group of 5 from upstate NY. The weather was unfortunately not in our favor this morning and storms were passing through, but JT was sure to contact us before leaving our Airbnb 25 minutes from the boat and offered to wait it out for a few more hours. We still got the entirety of our 5-hour trip and then some out in the water, regardless of the late start. He communicated very thoroughly, confirming at the time of booking, the night before and the day of our trip. He was sure to mention all of the important steps for us to follow and tips he had - for both fishing and sight seeing. His assistant Jesus (government name: Alex) was friendly, helpful, and went above and beyond to give our crew the best experience possible. It’s a bit tricky to find but JT gave excellent directions and texted photos of the map for the shopping center and how to find them. At the end, we got to keep all of the fish we caught, and JT and Jesus washed them and laid them out so we could take a group photo! They even weighed a 16.5 lb albacore caught by our dad and checked for citations for weight! Sadly, it fell short by 3.5 lbs, but was still exciting nonetheless. Down the dock is a booth where you can have your fish cleaned and filleted for a very reasonable price. Exceptional experience and highly recommend! Would definitely book another tour with Under Pressure!
Response from Captain
July 16, 2025
It was a fun day, you guys were alot of fun.Thanks for going.
Nathan Cost
Nathan Cost
Repeat angler
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2021
4 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Great first time offshore fishing!
Offshore Trip on July 4, 20251 adult1 child
Under Pressure provided my daughter and I with an awesome experience! This was our first offshore fishing trip and Captain JT gave us an adventure to remember. He used his knowledge of the local waters to maximize fishing time and had us on fish all day. We caught Wahoo on the way out and on the way back in, jigged a 54 pound Amberjack, and hooked multiple Tuna. First Mate Alex hustled to keep the baits fresh and change lure sets as we targeted new fish. By the end of the day we were exhausted from our time in the fighting chair, but had a combined catch of 145 pounds in the ice box to show for all the effort. Under Pressure exceeded all of our expectations. We would highly recommend them and are already looking forward to our next trip on the water with Captain JT and First Mate Alex. Thank you for a great day of fishing!
Reported catch:
Amberjack
Wahoo
Blackfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Response from Captain
July 6, 2025
It was a good day, you guys were great and we had fun. Thanks for going.
Katie Millen
Katie Millen
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
Dream came true
11 Hour Trip – Wreck/Bottom Fishing on June 22, 20256 adults
My husband has been wanting to do a trip like this forever. We sold our house and moved to NC and finally got the opportunity to do so. Captain TJ called a few nights before to go over everything ad to see if we had any questions we departed at 5:30 am and departed to a beautiful sunrise and a beautiful day to go fishing captain TJ and first mate Alex (who was fricken awesome by the way) Cap always put us onto fish and what was even more special he came to fish with us and To show us what to do we cause so many fish and lost a few big ones. We got Amber Jacks, Baracuda, B Liner, Black Sea Bass it’s totally worth doing the full day tour. We had an awesome time can’t wait to go again…. Thank you First Mate Alex & Captain TJ
Reported catch:
Amberjack
Response from Captain
June 23, 2025
Thanks for going you guys were a blast.

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
45 ft
Year built
1981
Boat manufacturer
Glass marine
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
1 x 800HP
Max cruising speed
18 knots
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