Blue Chip Sportfishing
Blue Chip Sportfishing
Visit Blue Chip Sportfishing OBX and experience North Carolina’s finest Gulf Stream fishing.
Enjoy a day aboard Blue Chip, a beautiful 53’ Custom Carolina sport fishing boat, designed and built by Gary Davis. She is powered by twin 800 HP Caterpillar diesels and she easily cruises at 30 knots. Blue Chip is complemented by state-of-the-art navigation and electronics, tournament grade Shimano tackle, a large 130 class fighting chair, and a giant cockpit with mezzanine seating. The salon has 2 huge sofas, a sink, a refrigerator, a microwave, and is comfortably cooled by dual a/c units. Blue Chip can accommodate 6 guests plus the crew.
With the help of his older brother, Blue Chip’s owner/captain Jon Bunn caught his first Yellowfin Tuna at 4 years old. He has been “hooked” since then. Captain Jon has fished recreationally, commercially, for private owners, and for charter. Blue Chip’s first mate has had a similar career, and to put it simply, Captain Jon and his mate will work very hard for you. Together, they are a 5-star team looking to turn your fishing trip into a catching trip while making lifetime memories.
All licenses, tackle, and bait are included. Just bring your drinks and snacks.
Blue Chip Sportfishing OBX, regrettably, reserves the right to add a reasonable fuel surcharge.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (173)
+170Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
96%
Aug 29, 2025
12 Hour Trip – Offshore
Great Trip, Highly Recommend
We booked this trip as a first sport fishing experience and it did not disappoint. The boat was well equipped and had all necessary amenities for an offshore fishing adventure. We ended up with 5 White Marlin landed and at least 1 break off and 13 Mahi-Mahi in the boat. Also saw a pod of Pilot whales and a blue Marlin on the trip. Captain Jon got us on the fish and Cleat worked non-stop to keep the baits in the water to keep us in the action. Would recommend to anyone. The best advice would be to keep group size to 2-3 anglers because although we landed 5, it seemed the average was 2-4 billfish for most of the boats coming into the Pirates Cove marina. This would ensure that each person is likely to get in the chair for a Marlin this time of year.
We booked this trip as a first sport fishing experience and it did not disappoint. The boat was well equipped and had all necessary...
Jul 1, 2025
12 Hour Trip – Offshore
Family fun finding some tuna
This was a great trip. Had to find what the tuna wanted in the morning and once Capt. jon got on them, we had fish blowing up all over our baits. We landed 3 of them within a short time and had bites throughout the day. For the conditions, it was a great show of teamwork for us to get on fish despite blistering temps, excessive winds at times, and choppy waters to finish the day. When we book again, it'll be with Blue Chip and crew.
This was a great trip. Had to find what the tuna wanted in the morning and once Capt. jon got on them, we had fish blowing up...
Aug 30, 2025
12 Hour Trip – Offshore
Incredible trip
I told the captain we wanted Mahi and a “big ass Marlin”. He delivered with a ton of Mahi, a 70 pound white Marlin, and a 450 pound blue Marlin. Since he is the man that delivers I wish I asked him for a stock tip. I am a local and this is now my go to guy.
I told the captain we wanted Mahi and a “big ass Marlin”. He delivered with a ton of Mahi, a 70 pound white Marlin, and a 450...
May 3, 2025
12 Hour Trip – Offshore
Fantastic!
Captain Jon did a fantastic job of putting us on the fish! He skillfully maneuvered the boat to help us reel in a 200+ lb Blue Marlin. His mate Cleat is an incredibly knowledgeable fisherman. They both are also very personable and made our fishing trip a memorable experience. The boat and equipment are top notch. My friends and I can’t wait to do this again!
Captain Jon did a fantastic job of putting us on the fish! He skillfully maneuvered the boat to help us reel in a 200+ lb Blue...
Jun 17, 2025
12 Hour Trip – Offshore
Blue chip fishing
We had a great day fishing. We caught more fish than expected. Captain Jonathan really knew how to find fish. Blue chips first mate Cleat was great also couldn't have asked for a better day. We plan on making this an annual trip now
We had a great day fishing. We caught more fish than expected. Captain Jonathan really knew how to find fish. Blue chips first...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (173)
+170Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
96%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Trip, Highly Recommend
12 Hour Trip – Offshore on August 29, 2025
We booked this trip as a first sport fishing experience and it did not disappoint. The boat was well equipped and had all necessary amenities for an offshore fishing adventure. We ended up with 5 White Marlin landed and at least 1 break off and 13 Mahi-Mahi in the boat. Also saw a pod of Pilot whales and a blue Marlin on the trip. Captain Jon got us on the fish and Cleat worked non-stop to keep the baits in the water to keep us in the action. Would recommend to anyone. The best advice would be to keep group size to 2-3 anglers because although we landed 5, it seemed the average was 2-4 billfish for most of the boats coming into the Pirates Cove marina. This would ensure that each person is likely to get in the chair for a Marlin this time of year.
We booked this trip as a first sport fishing experience and it did not disappoint. The boat was well equipped and had all necessary amenities for an offshore fishing adventure. We ended up with 5 White Marlin landed and at least 1 break off and 13 Mahi-Mahi in the boat. Also saw a pod of Pilot whales and a blue Marlin on the trip. Captain Jon got us on the fish and Cleat worked non-stop to keep the baits in the water to keep us in the action. Would recommend to anyone. The best advice would...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Family fun finding some tuna
12 Hour Trip – Offshore on July 1, 2025
This was a great trip. Had to find what the tuna wanted in the morning and once Capt. jon got on them, we had fish blowing up all over our baits. We landed 3 of them within a short time and had bites throughout the day. For the conditions, it was a great show of teamwork for us to get on fish despite blistering temps, excessive winds at times, and choppy waters to finish the day. When we book again, it'll be with Blue Chip and crew.
This was a great trip. Had to find what the tuna wanted in the morning and once Capt. jon got on them, we had fish blowing up all over our baits. We landed 3 of them within a short time and had bites throughout the day. For the conditions, it was a great show of teamwork for us to get on fish despite blistering temps, excessive winds at times, and choppy waters to finish the day. When we book again, it'll be with Blue Chip and crew.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Incredible trip
12 Hour Trip – Offshore on August 30, 2025
I told the captain we wanted Mahi and a “big ass Marlin”. He delivered with a ton of Mahi, a 70 pound white Marlin, and a 450 pound blue Marlin. Since he is the man that delivers I wish I asked him for a stock tip. I am a local and this is now my go to guy.
I told the captain we wanted Mahi and a “big ass Marlin”. He delivered with a ton of Mahi, a 70 pound white Marlin, and a 450 pound blue Marlin. Since he is the man that delivers I wish I asked him for a stock tip. I am a local and this is now my go to guy.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fantastic!
12 Hour Trip – Offshore on May 3, 2025
Captain Jon did a fantastic job of putting us on the fish! He skillfully maneuvered the boat to help us reel in a 200+ lb Blue Marlin. His mate Cleat is an incredibly knowledgeable fisherman. They both are also very personable and made our fishing trip a memorable experience. The boat and equipment are top notch. My friends and I can’t wait to do this again!
Captain Jon did a fantastic job of putting us on the fish! He skillfully maneuvered the boat to help us reel in a 200+ lb Blue Marlin. His mate Cleat is an incredibly knowledgeable fisherman. They both are also very personable and made our fishing trip a memorable experience. The boat and equipment are top notch. My friends and I can’t wait to do this again!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Blue chip fishing
12 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 17, 2025
We had a great day fishing. We caught more fish than expected. Captain Jonathan really knew how to find fish. Blue chips first mate Cleat was great also couldn't have asked for a better day. We plan on making this an annual trip now
We had a great day fishing. We caught more fish than expected. Captain Jonathan really knew how to find fish. Blue chips first mate Cleat was great also couldn't have asked for a better day. We plan on making this an annual trip now
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