Keen Eye Charters Inshore/Offshore

Keen Eye Charters welcomes you to Seabrook Island, South Carolina. Embark on an enjoyable inshore, nearshore or offshore fishing charter or a custom tour of your choice. Other than fishing, you can enjoy watching dolphins, do some shelling and crabbing, or engage in other fun activities. The subtropical climate offers certain fish species year-round but there are also many seasonal species that visit the waters depending on the season. Captain Chris Keen will advise you on what to target in accordance with the time of year, weather, and tides. Come catch some fish, have some laughs, and enjoy all that the Low Country has to offer on the water.

Inshore/Nearshore you’ll be fishing from a 24’ Pathfinder bay boat. The navigation technology it uses is comprised of modern GPS, fishfinder, so you’ll have no trouble locating the fish. There is also a livewell to supply you with live bait. Common species include sharks, redfish, sea trout, flounder, and more. Some species are seasonal. Two-hour charters for perfect for younger children. We can do some easy kid fishing, shark fishing, crab fishing plus you will see plenty of dolphins. If you select the late trip you get the added bonus of our beautiful sunsets.

Offshore you’ll be fishing from a 31’ Contender center console. The boat is equipped with twin 300hp Yamaha’s, radio systems, epib, and sonar systems. Common species include grouper, snapper, cobia, mahi, tuna, sailfish, marlin, and many more! Some species are seasonal.

Captain Chris will take care of all the fishing gear and licenses, so you should just bring your favorite food and drinks.

We get a lot of questions regarding the number of people we are allowed to take on the boat. Per the US Coast Guard regulation we are licensed to take up to 6 people (captain not included). More than 6 people will require 2 boats. For an optimal experience we recommend groups of 4 anglers or less.

Come aboard and have a great experience on the water with Keen Eye Charters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (1PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 21 - Oct 10 (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri)
    US $400
    Enjoy a 2-hour Shark trip in the creeks. You and the captain will depart at 1:00 p.m. and get back at 3:30 p.m. Types of sharks include bonnethead, lemon, blacktip, and sharpnose.
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Lemon)
    Lemon Shark
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip - Inshore Fishing (AM)
    Just booked! Last booked: 6 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri)
    US $550
    You'll be fishing the creeks and inlets looking for Redfish, Trout, Flounder, and sharks for starters. If the time of year is right, you'll find Tarpon and many other seasonal species.
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri)
    US $550
    You and the captain will explore the creeks and inlets in search of Redfish, Flounder, and Trout. If the time of year is right, you can also chase sharks or Tarpon and many other seasonal species.
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    Nearshore Fishing 4 Hour (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri)
    US $750
    Nearshore fishing takes you a few miles offshore where you fish reefs, wrecks, and live bottom areas. You'll have the opportunity to catch a few of the same species of fish found inshore but you get a much greater variety of species out in the ocean. Sharks, Trout, Flounder, Cobia, and Seabass just to name a few.
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Weakfish
    Weakfish
  • Private trip
    Nearshore Fishing 4 Hour (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 30 (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri)
    US $750
    Nearshore fishing takes you a few miles offshore where you fish reefs, wrecks, and live bottom areas. You'll have the opportunity to catch a few of the same species of fish found inshore but you get a much greater variety of species out in the ocean. Shark, Trout, Flounder, Cobia, and Seabass just to name a few.
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Weakfish
    Weakfish
  • Private trip
    Tarpon Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri)
    US $750
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Kite Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    Offshore 6hr Bottom Fishing
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Dec 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    US $1,650
    Fish live bottom areas in 60’-90’. Good consistent action, if you want to catch/keep a lot of fish this or the 8hr option is the trip you want.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    Offshore 8hr Bottom/Troll Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Dec 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    US $1,750
    Similar to the 6hr option but with the additional time we can get out to 150’-180’. A few different species with the option to troll for kingfish.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    Gulf Stream Trolling
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Dec 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    US $1,950
    Full day trolling for large game fish.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
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FAQs about Keen Eye Charters Inshore/Offshore

Keen Eye Charters Inshore/Offshore offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (1PM) (2 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip - Inshore Fishing (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - Nearshore Fishing 4 Hour (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - Nearshore Fishing 4 Hour (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - Tarpon Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,650 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - Offshore 6hr Bottom Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,750 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - Offshore 8hr Bottom/Troll Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $1,950 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - Gulf Stream Trolling (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Keen Eye Charters Inshore/Offshore, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well

Trips booked with Keen Eye Charters Inshore/Offshore include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Sometimes it is part of the trip but it is always included in the price. )
  • Fishing License (License is included. )

Keen Eye Charters Inshore/Offshore offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Nearshore fishing charters 3-8 Nautical miles. Offshore bottom fishing 30-40 nautical miles. Full day offshore trolling in Gulf Stream 40-60 nautical mile. )

Keen Eye Charters Inshore/Offshore offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Keen Eye Charters Inshore/Offshore include:
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spadefish
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Chris Keen
Seabrook Island, South Carolina, United States
4 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
227 Customer reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since March 2021
Angler's Choice
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Captain Chris has been a professional guide since 2004. He invites you on a trip tailored to your need that you'll always gladly remember.

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flounder Flounder
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper

Boat specs

Pathfinder (Center console) originally built in 2005. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 48 knots.

Length
24 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Nearshore fishing charters 3-8 Nautical miles. Offshore bottom fishing 30-40 nautical miles. Full day offshore trolling in Gulf Stream 40-60 nautical mile.

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Sometimes it is part of the trip but it is always included in the price.
Fishing License
License is included.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
Minimum age 4
Catch and Release Allowed
All redfish are released

Payment

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 227 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (119)
Expert Guide, beautiful boat, lots of Fish!
Expert Guide, beautiful boat, lots of Fish!
Expert Guide, beautiful boat, lots of Fish!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
88%
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Scott F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip with Capt Chris

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (PM) on April 19, 2024
I had a great trip with Capt Chris. I took a four hour inshore charter. I caught plenty of redfish and sea trout and a smattering...
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Arie M.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Expert Guide, beautiful boat, lots of Fish!

VERIFIED   NEW  Nearshore Fishing 4 Hour (PM) on April 5, 2024
Chris was excellent, very responsive on the app and text, very professional and personable with a deep knowledge of the Charleston...
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Tracy B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Hooked on Excellence: A Stellar Day with Keen Eye Charters

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (PM) on November 24, 2023
My recent fishing charter experience with Keen Eye Charters was nothing short of exceptional. From the seamless booking process...
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Phyllis G.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great fishing day!

VERIFIED   NEW  Nearshore Fishing 4 Hour (AM) on April 18, 2024
We booked a nearshore trip in mid April with Captain Chris. Had a good experience and landed a variety of fish. Well equipped...
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Brandon H.
Charleston, South Carolina
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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2 trips, both great

VERIFIED   Nearshore Fishing 4 Hour (AM) on July 6, 2023
First trip was for younger kids…dolphin watching and shelling.  Family had a great time and came back with lots of shells. ...
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