Riptide Charters 

4.9/5 (401 reviews)
 4457 Mill Landing Road, Wanchese, NC 27981, United States

Riptide Charters 

Wanchese, NC, United States
25 ft
5
4.9/5 (401 reviews)

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If you are looking for a trip of a lifetime, RipTide Charters is for you! They are a top-notch family-friendly charter service that puts you in the action located in Wanchese, NC. Captain Randy has over 12 years of professional experience offshore, nearshore, and inshore and is extremely knowledgeable about the area. He grew up on the outer banks and has countless tricks up his sleeve to make sure you will have a catch to take home with you.

You will be in good hands whether you are a beginner or a pro. They are not your ordinary charter boat. They go the extra mile to include you in every aspect of the trip.

Wanchese is a fisherman's paradise. It is surrounded by flats, marshes, and all kinds of fish habitats. The Pamlico sound is nearby and the Atlantic Ocean is right around the corner. So that provides you with more fishing time and less riding time.

The Mako 25' center console with a 300 HP Evinrude engine will have no problem taking up to 5 guests, wherever your trip might lead. From the ocean to the flats, this boat is well equipped and fully maintained. It has 2 depth finders, a flybridge, live well, standard safety equipment, and ice boxes. There's all the gear you will need to land that fish of a lifetime.

Depending on the season and fish biting, you'll encounter the likes of Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, and Striped Bass.

When you step aboard, you will be greeted by Captain Randy and his first mate. You will be provided rods, bait, tackle, and drinks.. No need to worry about your fishing license, it's been taking care of. The boat will be sanitized before every trip.

Join Riptide Charters and let the adventure begin!

If you are looking for a trip of a lifetime, RipTide Charters is for you! They are a top-notch family-friendly charter service that puts you in the action located in Wanchese, NC. Captain Randy has over 12 years of professional experience offshore, nearshore, and inshore and is extremely knowledgeable about the area. He grew up on the outer banks and has countless tricks up his sleeve to make sure you will have a catch to take home with you.

You will be in good hands whether you are a beginner or a pro. They are not your ordinary charter boat. They go the extra mile to include you in every aspect of the trip.

Wanchese is a fisherman's paradise. It is surrounded by flats, marshes, and all kinds of fish habitats. The Pamlico sound is nearby and the Atlantic Ocean is right around the corner. So that provides you with more fishing time and less riding time.

The Mako 25' center console with a 300 HP Evinrude engine will have no problem taking up to 5 guests, wherever your trip might lead. From the ocean to the flats, this boat is well equipped and fully maintained. It has 2 depth finders, a flybridge, live well, standard safety equipment, and ice boxes. There's all the gear you will need to land that fish of a lifetime.

Depending on the season and fish biting, you'll encounter the likes of Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, and Striped Bass.

When you step aboard, you will be greeted by Captain Randy and his first mate. You will be provided rods, bait, tackle, and drinks.. No need to worry about your fishing license, it's been taking care of. The boat will be sanitized before every trip.

Join Riptide Charters and let the adventure begin!

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Rating

4.9
401 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (351)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

All reviews (401)

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Brandon Simpson
Brandon Simpson
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
We had a awesome trip!!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on May 21, 20261 adult1 child

We had an awesome trip yesterday! I took my 5-year old son with me, and the captain was extremely accommodating and patient the entire trip. We spent the day trolling for Spanish mackerel and ended up catching both Spanish and bluefish. The action stayed steady, the weather was great, and most importantly, my son had an absolute blast. Seeing how excited he was every time a rod went off made the whole trip great. You can tell the captain truly appreciate the business and care about giving people a good experience. I’d definitely recommend this charter.

Response from Captain

Thanks guys enjoyed having y’all

Mark Clodfelter
Mark Clodfelter
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Fun trip
8 Hour Trip on June 4, 20264 adults

We caught some sheephead, a black drum, and a couple of sting rays. Slow day of fishing but Captain did his best to put us on the fish and showed us fishing technique for catching sheephead. We will definitely book with them again in the future.

Response from Captain

thanks enjoyed haveing yall

Francis "Skip" Rasfeld
Francis "Skip" Rasfeld
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
New
Nice half day inshore trip
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on June 17, 20265 adults

The fishing was a bit slow but we did catch about 6 stingrays and a bluefish. Captain Randy was professional, and did everything he could to make the trip a success.

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Kirsten Price
Kirsten Price
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Blue sky and blue fish!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on June 11, 20265 adults

Our family had a great trip, we caught a good chunk of blue fish and had fun pulling in sting rays. Captain and first mate were super friendly and knowledgeable. Good family fun.

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Response from Captain

thanks guys enjoyed having yall

Dietrich Bamberger
Dietrich Bamberger
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Riptide got it done!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on May 21, 20264 adults

Captain Randy got us on the Drum. We moved several times till we found the fish and then it was all hands on deck. The whole family got in the action with my wife complaining her arms hurt from hauling in the big one! Thanks Randy, that was a great day spent with a very happy and satisfied group!

Response from Captain

thanks guys enjoyed having yall.

Trip availability and prices

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2 Hour Trip (Evening)
2 hour trip starts at 4:30 PM
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US $350
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $475
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM)
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
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US $475
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM)
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $550
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (PM)
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
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US $550
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM)
6 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM)
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
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US $700
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore (PM)
6 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
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US $700
Entire boat: up to 5 people
7 hr cobia trip
7 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
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May 5 - Jun 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $800
Entire boat: up to 5 people
8 Hour Trip
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US $900
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
401 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (351)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

All reviews (401)

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Showing 15 of 401 reviews
Brandon Simpson
Brandon Simpson
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
We had a awesome trip!!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on May 21, 20261 adult1 child

We had an awesome trip yesterday! I took my 5-year old son with me, and the captain was extremely accommodating and patient the entire trip. We spent the day trolling for Spanish mackerel and ended up catching both Spanish and bluefish. The action stayed steady, the weather was great, and most importantly, my son had an absolute blast. Seeing how excited he was every time a rod went off made the whole trip great. You can tell the captain truly appreciate the business and care about giving people a good experience. I’d definitely recommend this charter.

Response from Captain

Thanks guys enjoyed having y’all

Mark Clodfelter
Mark Clodfelter
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Fun trip
8 Hour Trip on June 4, 20264 adults

We caught some sheephead, a black drum, and a couple of sting rays. Slow day of fishing but Captain did his best to put us on the fish and showed us fishing technique for catching sheephead. We will definitely book with them again in the future.

Response from Captain

thanks enjoyed haveing yall

Francis "Skip" Rasfeld
Francis "Skip" Rasfeld
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
New
Nice half day inshore trip
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on June 17, 20265 adults

The fishing was a bit slow but we did catch about 6 stingrays and a bluefish. Captain Randy was professional, and did everything he could to make the trip a success.

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Kirsten Price
Kirsten Price
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Blue sky and blue fish!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on June 11, 20265 adults

Our family had a great trip, we caught a good chunk of blue fish and had fun pulling in sting rays. Captain and first mate were super friendly and knowledgeable. Good family fun.

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Response from Captain

thanks guys enjoyed having yall

Dietrich Bamberger
Dietrich Bamberger
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Riptide got it done!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on May 21, 20264 adults

Captain Randy got us on the Drum. We moved several times till we found the fish and then it was all hands on deck. The whole family got in the action with my wife complaining her arms hurt from hauling in the big one! Thanks Randy, that was a great day spent with a very happy and satisfied group!

Response from Captain

thanks guys enjoyed having yall.

FAQs about Riptide Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2000
Boat manufacturer
Mako
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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