No Sweat Sportsfishing
Enjoy a fun, relaxed day on the water with No Sweat Sportsfishing, led by the friendly and experienced Captain Doug Sullivan! Based in Wanchese, NC, this trip offers not just thrilling fishing, but also scenic views of coastal reefs and marine life. Whether you're a seasoned angler or trying fishing for the first time, you're in for an unforgettable adventure.
Fish aboard a spacious 45’ Billy Holton sportfishing vessel equipped for serious offshore action and total comfort. With room for up to 6 guests, the boat features an 800 HP Detroit engine, advanced navigation tech, outriggers, downriggers, livewell, and a fighting chair. You’ll also find a toilet, flybridge, air conditioning, a bed, and even a TV to keep you comfortable between bites. A helpful first mate will be onboard to assist throughout the trip.
Depending on the season, you’ll target species like Kingfish, Mahi Mahi, Marlin, Cobia, and more. Try your hand at bottom fishing, trolling, deep sea fishing, jigging, popping, or drift fishing using both light and heavy tackle. Keep your catch or release—it’s your call!
Captain Doug provides all rods, reels, tackle, bait, lures, and fishing licenses. Just bring food, drinks, and a sense of adventure.
Book your trip with No Sweat Sportsfishing and experience the best of North Carolina's waters!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (98)
+95Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
89%
Appropriate for children
93%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
90%
Caught fish
68%
New Market, VA
Jun 14, 2023
Full Day Trip – Tower Fishing
8hr trip
We had an awesome time on the No Sweat. The captain definitely put us on the fish and the mate is very obviously experienced and didn’t mind answering 100 questions from our group. The one SLIGHT thing that I would critique is our group didn’t get put to work very much. The mate essentially did everything up to and including baiting the hooks and taking fish off the hooks. Again, this wasn’t a deal breaker by any means, just an observation. I personally enjoy doing as much work on a fishing trip and the mate will allow so I have a personal bias. However, the mate was very efficient and definitely knew how to get fish in the boat. I’m sure the clientele he typically deals with shouldn’t be anywhere near a sharp object so I can definitely understand. Overall, it was a great time. We caught fish, crew was great and the boat was awesome. Couldn’t ask for a much better experience!
We had an awesome time on the No Sweat. The captain definitely put us on the fish and the mate is very obviously experienced and...
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Hickory, NC
Jul 27, 2023
Deep 8 Hour full day
Full day trip with Captain Doug Sullivan and 1st mate Ben
The Captain and 1st mate made this fishing trip very enjoyable. The Captain made sure we were comfortable, safe, and kept us well informed. The 1st mate, Ben, was AWESOME. Ben did everything possible to make sure we caught fish. He answered any and all questions or concerns we may have had, no matter how trivial. He took pride in his job and seemed enthused to share his knowledge with us. We couldn't have been more happy with our experience with No Sweat. Big thanks to Captain Doug and Ben for giving us great memories that'll last a lifetime.
The Captain and 1st mate made this fishing trip very enjoyable. The Captain made sure we were comfortable, safe, and kept us well...
Pittsburgh, PA
Sep 8, 2021
Full Day Trip – Nearshore
6 hour Inshore Trip
I unfortunately because of unforeseen circumstances was not able to attend the charter that I had booked for my wife’s birthday. Needless to say I was bummed but those who attended were not. Captain Doug had to adjust to more children aboard and unsafe conditions beyond the sandbar so he elected to keep them safe and fun. The kids had a blast, boat was terrific and I will as a frequent visitor to OBX be booking again. I will not give up till I get out on the open ocean. AC went on boat but I was made aware prior to like a gentleman. Thanks to whole cast and crew for showing my family a great time! Only next time I will be on board and hitting the towers!
I unfortunately because of unforeseen circumstances was not able to attend the charter that I had booked for my wife’s birthday....
Pomeroy, OH
Sep 7, 2021
Half Day Trip – morning (am
Half Day Trip
Captain and crew was awesome. We only booked a 4 hour trip, but captain offered to take us further out than normal to try to catch some good eating fish. He had taken the morning group before us out further and they had great luck. We opted to take him up on the offer. 5 of us went out and we all managed to reel in at least one fish. The fish had slowed down compared to his morning trip. But we had fun and managed to catch a couple decent fish. Everyone had fun, and captain and crew worked hard to make sure we got to catch a few. Boat was nice. Weather was nice. A/C was down, but we were informed and offered a refund. We opted to go with it as the weather wasn't that hot. We originally booked trip for Thursday, but weather was looking questionable. Captain worked with us as we had one or two small kids going. Allowed us to switch dates to Tuesday to ensure we would get to go out on a day with a good weather forecast. Captain’s communication before the trip was fantastic. This was the first real charter any of us had been on, and it beat our expectations. Would absolutely book with them again. Hopefully we can do it again next year!!!
Captain and crew was awesome. We only booked a 4 hour trip, but captain offered to take us further out than normal to try to catch...
Newport News, Virginia
Jul 20, 2021
Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM)
4 Hour Trip on No Sweat
We had 3 adults and 3 teenagers for our morning charter. CAPTIAN Doug and his 1sr mate Chandler were great. We fished for about an hour near shore and caught 18 Ribbonfish. Strange looking fish that none of us had ever heard of, but they made GREAT fish tacos... Caption Doug then gave us options of staying in this area or venturing out for some other types of fish. Those areas were not as active, but most if the fleet in area said the same thing. Note we also onky had a 4 hrs excursion, I am sure with more time we could have landed the BIG ONE. Upon returning to the dock, the 1st mate Chandler helped us unload our catch and bring to the cleaning station at the dock. Overall, the trip was exactly what we expected. In fact the interior cabin was a BONUS. It rained a little upon departure and we were able to stay cool and dry, before we started fishing. It was fun and I would recommend Doug , Chandler and the NO SWEAT.
We had 3 adults and 3 teenagers for our morning charter. CAPTIAN Doug and his 1sr mate Chandler were great. We fished for about...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (98)
+95Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
89%
Appropriate for children
93%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
90%
Caught fish
68%
New Market, VA
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
8hr trip
Full Day Trip – Tower Fishing on June 14, 2023
We had an awesome time on the No Sweat. The captain definitely put us on the fish and the mate is very obviously experienced and didn’t mind answering 100 questions from our group. The one SLIGHT thing that I would critique is our group didn’t get put to work very much. The mate essentially did everything up to and including baiting the hooks and taking fish off the hooks. Again, this wasn’t a deal breaker by any means, just an observation. I personally enjoy doing as much work on a fishing trip and the mate will allow so I have a personal bias. However, the mate was very efficient and definitely knew how to get fish in the boat. I’m sure the clientele he typically deals with shouldn’t be anywhere near a sharp object so I can definitely understand. Overall, it was a great time. We caught fish, crew was great and the boat was awesome. Couldn’t ask for a much better experience!
We had an awesome time on the No Sweat. The captain definitely put us on the fish and the mate is very obviously experienced and didn’t mind answering 100 questions from our group. The one SLIGHT thing that I would critique is our group didn’t get put to work very much. The mate essentially did everything up to and including baiting the hooks and taking fish off the hooks. Again, this wasn’t a deal breaker by any means, just an observation. I personally enjoy doing as much work on a fishing...
Hickory, NC
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Full day trip with Captain Doug Sullivan and 1st mate Ben
Deep 8 Hour full day on July 27, 2023
The Captain and 1st mate made this fishing trip very enjoyable. The Captain made sure we were comfortable, safe, and kept us well informed. The 1st mate, Ben, was AWESOME. Ben did everything possible to make sure we caught fish. He answered any and all questions or concerns we may have had, no matter how trivial. He took pride in his job and seemed enthused to share his knowledge with us. We couldn't have been more happy with our experience with No Sweat. Big thanks to Captain Doug and Ben for giving us great memories that'll last a lifetime.
The Captain and 1st mate made this fishing trip very enjoyable. The Captain made sure we were comfortable, safe, and kept us well informed. The 1st mate, Ben, was AWESOME. Ben did everything possible to make sure we caught fish. He answered any and all questions or concerns we may have had, no matter how trivial. He took pride in his job and seemed enthused to share his knowledge with us. We couldn't have been more happy with our experience with No Sweat. Big thanks to Captain Doug and Ben...
Pittsburgh, PA
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
6 hour Inshore Trip
Full Day Trip – Nearshore on September 8, 2021
I unfortunately because of unforeseen circumstances was not able to attend the charter that I had booked for my wife’s birthday. Needless to say I was bummed but those who attended were not. Captain Doug had to adjust to more children aboard and unsafe conditions beyond the sandbar so he elected to keep them safe and fun. The kids had a blast, boat was terrific and I will as a frequent visitor to OBX be booking again. I will not give up till I get out on the open ocean. AC went on boat but I was made aware prior to like a gentleman. Thanks to whole cast and crew for showing my family a great time! Only next time I will be on board and hitting the towers!
I unfortunately because of unforeseen circumstances was not able to attend the charter that I had booked for my wife’s birthday. Needless to say I was bummed but those who attended were not. Captain Doug had to adjust to more children aboard and unsafe conditions beyond the sandbar so he elected to keep them safe and fun. The kids had a blast, boat was terrific and I will as a frequent visitor to OBX be booking again. I will not give up till I get out on the open ocean. AC went on boat but I...
Pomeroy, OH
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day Trip
Half Day Trip – morning (am on September 7, 2021
Captain and crew was awesome. We only booked a 4 hour trip, but captain offered to take us further out than normal to try to catch some good eating fish. He had taken the morning group before us out further and they had great luck. We opted to take him up on the offer. 5 of us went out and we all managed to reel in at least one fish. The fish had slowed down compared to his morning trip. But we had fun and managed to catch a couple decent fish. Everyone had fun, and captain and crew worked hard to make sure we got to catch a few. Boat was nice. Weather was nice. A/C was down, but we were informed and offered a refund. We opted to go with it as the weather wasn't that hot. We originally booked trip for Thursday, but weather was looking questionable. Captain worked with us as we had one or two small kids going. Allowed us to switch dates to Tuesday to ensure we would get to go out on a day with a good weather forecast. Captain’s communication before the trip was fantastic. This was the first real charter any of us had been on, and it beat our expectations. Would absolutely book with them again. Hopefully we can do it again next year!!!
Captain and crew was awesome. We only booked a 4 hour trip, but captain offered to take us further out than normal to try to catch some good eating fish. He had taken the morning group before us out further and they had great luck. We opted to take him up on the offer. 5 of us went out and we all managed to reel in at least one fish. The fish had slowed down compared to his morning trip. But we had fun and managed to catch a couple decent fish. Everyone had fun, and captain and crew worked hard...
Newport News, Virginia
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
4 Hour Trip on No Sweat
Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) on July 20, 2021
We had 3 adults and 3 teenagers for our morning charter. CAPTIAN Doug and his 1sr mate Chandler were great. We fished for about an hour near shore and caught 18 Ribbonfish. Strange looking fish that none of us had ever heard of, but they made GREAT fish tacos... Caption Doug then gave us options of staying in this area or venturing out for some other types of fish. Those areas were not as active, but most if the fleet in area said the same thing. Note we also onky had a 4 hrs excursion, I am sure with more time we could have landed the BIG ONE. Upon returning to the dock, the 1st mate Chandler helped us unload our catch and bring to the cleaning station at the dock. Overall, the trip was exactly what we expected. In fact the interior cabin was a BONUS. It rained a little upon departure and we were able to stay cool and dry, before we started fishing. It was fun and I would recommend Doug , Chandler and the NO SWEAT.
We had 3 adults and 3 teenagers for our morning charter. CAPTIAN Doug and his 1sr mate Chandler were great. We fished for about an hour near shore and caught 18 Ribbonfish. Strange looking fish that none of us had ever heard of, but they made GREAT fish tacos... Caption Doug then gave us options of staying in this area or venturing out for some other types of fish. Those areas were not as active, but most if the fleet in area said the same thing. Note we also onky had a 4 hrs excursion,...
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