Capt. Austin's Fishing Adventures CAROLINACAT 

4.8
(60 reviews)
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 65 Causeway Drive, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469, United States

Capt. Austin's Fishing Adventures CAROLINACAT 

Ocean Isle Beach, NC, United States
33 ft
6
4.8
(60 reviews)

Capt. Austin’s Fishing Adventures is a multi-boat charter operation that runs out of Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina. It was formally known as Capt. Brant’s Fishing Adventures that used to operate for over twenty years. Captain Austin Aycock is a skilled friendly angler who knows how to show you a great time on the water. Join in and have a pleasant fishing experience as you discover the area’s offshore waters.

You will start your trip on a 33’ World Cat catamaran that can carry up to 6 guests. Its engine is a 300 HP Yamaha that can reach a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots. For navigation, it uses the latest Simrad GPS and fishfinder technology as well as a radio. The boat has got a private toilet and its onboard fishing gear includes outriggers, downriggers, and a livewell. A first mate will also be joining your trip.

You can target Snapper, Grouper, Barracuda, Wahoo, Kingfish, Black Seabass, Mahi Mahi, and more. You’ll catch them on light and heavy tackle by bottom and deep sea fishing, trolling, jigging, and even kite fishing. You can keep all the fish you catch if you want to and you can bring kids on your trip.

You will only need to bring some snacks and drinks as Captain Austin will take care of everything else. He covers all the tackle, lures, live bait when possible, catch cleaning, as well as fishing license.

Come visit Ocean Isle Beach and have a lovely time on the water with Capt. Austin’s Fishing Adventures!

Capt. Austin’s Fishing Adventures is a multi-boat charter operation that runs out of Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina. It was formally known as Capt. Brant’s Fishing Adventures that used to operate for over twenty years. Captain Austin Aycock is a skilled friendly angler who knows how to show you a great time on the water. Join in and have a pleasant fishing experience as you discover the area’s offshore waters.

You will start your trip on a 33’ World Cat catamaran that can carry up to 6 guests. Its engine is a 300 HP Yamaha that can reach a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots. For navigation, it uses the latest Simrad GPS and fishfinder technology as well as a radio. The boat has got a private toilet and its onboard fishing gear includes outriggers, downriggers, and a livewell. A first mate will also be joining your trip.

You can target Snapper, Grouper, Barracuda, Wahoo, Kingfish, Black Seabass, Mahi Mahi, and more. You’ll catch them on light and heavy tackle by bottom and deep sea fishing, trolling, jigging, and even kite fishing. You can keep all the fish you catch if you want to and you can bring kids on your trip.

You will only need to bring some snacks and drinks as Captain Austin will take care of everything else. He covers all the tackle, lures, live bait when possible, catch cleaning, as well as fishing license.

Come visit Ocean Isle Beach and have a lovely time on the water with Capt. Austin’s Fishing Adventures!

Austin Aycock
Captain
Austin Aycock
16 years of experience
responds within an hour

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Trip availability and prices

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2 Hour Kids Introduction Trip
Just booked! Last booked: 11 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM)
Seabass (Black)
Spanish Mackerel
Dogfish
Perch (Silver)
+1
US $450
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM)
Seabass (Black)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Spanish Mackerel
+2
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Cape Fear Shark Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 12:30 PM)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bonnethead)
Shark (Bull)
+1
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Flounder Season 6 hour reef trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Sep 14
Barracuda (Great)
Seabass (Black)
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
+1
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6hr Nearshore reef trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
+3
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 12:30 PM)
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
US $1,150
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+3
US $1,550
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+3
US $2,070
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip – Trolling
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
Wahoo
Seabass (Black)
+3
US $2,530
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Frying Pan Tower Overnight Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Day Trip starts at 6:00 AM
Overnight stay, lodging
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Jan 2
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Sailfish
Snapper (Red)
+6
US $6,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.8
60 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (58)

What anglers say

93%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

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Jacki Lewis
Jacki Lewis
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great for beginners!
4 Hour Nearshore - 12:30 PM on June 9, 20264 adults2 children

5 of the 6 people in our group had never been deep sea fishing. Luckily our captain was a true expert. He helped us all feel comfortable and confident and we had so much fun! They were absolutely amazing with the kids but made sure the adults were engaged and having a great time too. Our 13 year old was dying to catch sharks, so catch sharks we did! This was so memorable and I am sure we will be back for the longer trips for years to come!

Reported catch:
Blacktip Shark
Spanish Mackerel
Austin Aycock
Response from Captain

Thank you guys again for going with us and we hope to see you again in the future!

Todd Bailey
Todd Bailey
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Had a great time!!
4 Hour Nearshore - 12:30 PM on August 5, 20264 adults

The weather finally broke after several terrible days. We didn't catch a lot of fish, but Captain Keith and Mate John did an amazing job. They took care of us and did their best to find the fish. I would love to do it again!!

Austin Aycock
Response from Captain

Thank you guys for choosing us, we really appreciate the business and hope to see you again in the future!

Greg Camp
Greg Camp
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great nearshore trip!
4 Hour Nearshore - 10:30 AM on August 13, 20264 adults1 child

We had a great nearshore trip. The Captain and Mate were both great and the boat had plenty of space with comfortable seating as well. ae’d definitely recommend and will be back in the future.

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Austin Aycock
Response from Captain

Thank you for choosing us Greg. We looks forward to seeing you guys again in the future!

Glenn Anderson
Glenn Anderson
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
kids frist time , now they are hooked
2 Hour Kids Introduction Trip - 12:30 PM on August 19, 20262 adults2 children

You guys made my grandsons first fishing trip something they are still talking about , your first mate was patient and helpful thank you .

Reported catch:
Atlantic Croaker
Spanish Mackerel
Austin Aycock
Response from Captain

Thank you guys again for joining us, we love hearing that we could get someone hooked on fishing!

Holt Robinson
Holt Robinson
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
Great trip
6 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 26, 20265 adults

we started off slow trolling for kings no action. the captain made the right call to head alittle further out and bottom fished red snapper and that made the kids day getting to tug on some big fish. also finished the day with a king fish definitely recommend getting out there with these guys!

Austin Aycock
Response from Captain

Thank you guys so much, we’re glad you had a great day on the water!

FAQs about Capt. Austin's Fishing Adventures CAROLINACAT

Capt. Austin's Fishing Adventures CAROLINACAT offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - 2 Hour Kids Introduction Trip (2 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 2 Hour Kids Introduction Trip - 12:30 PM (2 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 2 Hour Kids Introduction Trip - 2:30 PM (2 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Nearshore - 10:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Nearshore - 12:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Nearshore - 2:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 6 Hour Cape Fear Shark Fishing Trip (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 6 Hour Cape Fear Shark Fishing Trip - 12:30 PM (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Flounder Season 6 hour reef trip (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Flounder Season 6 hour reef trip - 10:30 AM (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Flounder Season 6 hour reef trip - 12:30 PM (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6hr Nearshore reef trip (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6hr Nearshore reef trip - 10:30 AM (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6hr Nearshore reef trip - 12:30 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore - 12:30 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,550 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $2,070 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (10 hours)
  • US $2,530 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Trolling (12 hours)
  • US $6,800 per day per group - Frying Pan Tower Overnight Trip (2 days)
When you book a trip with Capt. Austin's Fishing Adventures CAROLINACAT, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Our Toilet is located in the small forward cabin
  • GPS Newest Simrad technology
  • Fishfinder Newest Simrad technology
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
Trips booked with Capt. Austin's Fishing Adventures CAROLINACAT include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Not always guaranteed)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is included with the prices of our trips. )
  • First mate (15-20% is customary for our crew. There is typically always a mate on our trips. )
  • Fishing license (We have a blanket license which covers everyone that is fishing onboard with us. )
Capt. Austin's Fishing Adventures CAROLINACAT offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (The distance we travel offshore depends on what kind of trip. If you look at our different trip options you can see the different distances. )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Capt. Austin's Fishing Adventures CAROLINACAT offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Capt. Austin's Fishing Adventures CAROLINACAT include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Austin Aycock
Austin Aycock

Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina, United States

37 Fishing Reports
67 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2018

Captain Austin grew up charter fishing with his uncle around 2010, where he began working as a mate. He continued working alongside his uncle until he was old enough to obtain his Captain’s License, and he has been running fishing charters ever since. There is nothing Captain Austin enjoys more than putting clients on fish and helping them create unforgettable experiences on the water.

Our Team
Brian S.

Brian S.

Captain

Austin Aycock
Austin Aycock
37
reports
67
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
Captain Austin grew up charter fishing with his uncle around 2010, where he began working as a mate. He continued working alongside his uncle until he was old enough to obtain his Captain’s License, and he has been running fishing charters ever since. There is nothing Captain Austin enjoys more than putting clients on fish and helping them create unforgettable experiences on the water.
The crew
Brian S.
Brian S.
Captain

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Real catches by this captain

  • Fishing with Austin
    David B.
    David B.
  • Captain Keith was great!
    Timothy L.
    Timothy L.
  • great trip and grear crew!!
    Jason G.
    Jason G.
  • Great trip
    Holt R.
    Holt R.
  • Fishing with Austin
    Joseph M.
    Joseph M.
  • Great for beginners!
    Jacki L.
    Jacki L.
  • Great Time and Crew
    Jake W.
    Jake W.
  • Great experience
    Ryan L.
    Ryan L.
  • Great Captian and first mate!
    Jeffrey C.
    Jeffrey C.
  • August fishing trip
    Gerry B.
    Gerry B.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Catamarans
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
33 ft
Year built
2009
Boat manufacturer
World Cat
Boat type
Catamaran
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
The distance we travel offshore depends on what kind of trip. If you look at our different trip options you can see the different distances.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Our Toilet is located in the small forward cabin
GPS
Newest Simrad technology
Fishfinder
Newest Simrad technology
Live bait well
Outriggers
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Not always guaranteed
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is included with the prices of our trips.
First mate
15-20% is customary for our crew. There is typically always a mate on our trips.
Fishing license
We have a blanket license which covers everyone that is fishing onboard with us.

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
We welcome kids of any age onboard with us, if the family is comfortable with them being on the boat then we are. We love taking kids fishing and introducing them to what the ocean has to offer!
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

 Checks

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

What’s biting in Ocean Isle Beach right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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