Tried And True Charters

Tried And True Charters and Captain Donnie Cyphers invite you to join them on a memorable fishing journey in Carolina Beach, North Carolina. Head out inshore, nearshore, as well as offshore to search for many different fish species and enjoy beautiful nature.

The captain is an experienced and cordial angler who’ll take you to the best spots and help you chase a variety of fish. Join him today and create wonderful memories on the water with Tried And True Charters!

You’ll be fishing from a 33’ Contender center console that can accommodate up to 5 guests. It runs on a twin 300 HP Yamaha engine and uses comprehensive navigation electronics so you can have a safe and quick trip to the fish and back.

The boat’s also got downriggers, outriggers, a livewell, a 96” Rhodan wireless trolling motor, and an icebox. A first mate will also join you on board to give you all the help you may need.

The species you can target include Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, Spanish Mackerel, Goliath Grouper, Sailfish, Black Seabass, and many more. To catch them, you’ll bottom fish, troll, spin, and jig on both light and heavy tackle. If you wish, you can keep and take home all of your catch and you’re free to bring kids on your trip.

The captain will cover all the fishing gear and licenses you need, as well as fish cleaning. This means that all you need to bring for your trip are any food and drinks you’d like to enjoy on board.

Join Capt. Donnie on the waters around Carolina Beach and experience a fishing adventure with Tried And True Charters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Kids Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $500
    This trip is just for the kids. We will go 1-2 miles out and troll for Spanish mackerel and/or bottom fish for croaker, pinfish, and spot. We will even try to hook up a shark or two. Up to 4 children. One adult chaperon must accompany the children on the boat.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Kids Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US $500
    This trip is just for the kids. We will go 1-2 miles out and troll for Spanish mackerel and/or bottom fish for croaker, pinfish, and spots. We will even try to hook up a shark or two. Up to 4 children. One adult chaperon must accompany the children on the boat.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $600
    Starting at 7:00 a.m, you and the captain will spend 4 hours trolling for Spanish mackerel. This trip takes you up to 4 miles from shore. The only things you'll need to bring are snacks and drinks you'd like to enjoy.
    Targeted fish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US $600
    For those late risers, enjoy an afternoon of trolling for spanish mackerel . This trip starts at 12:00 p.m. and will allow you and the captain to go up to 4 miles offshore. All the gear will be ready for you when you arrive.
    Targeted fish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $700
    Spend a few hours on the water enjoying a day of trolling, live bait fishing, or bottom fishing. You'll head up to 10 miles offshore to target your fish. Bring along any snacks and drinks you'd like to have on board and the fun can start!
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $850
    Spend a couple more hours on the water and enjoy a day of trolling, live bait fishing, or bottom fishing. You'll head up to 20 miles offshore to target your fish. Bring along any snacks and drinks you'd like to have on board and the fun can start!
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Grunt
    Grunt
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,100
    You'll enjoy a full day of trolling, bottom fishing, or live bait fishing in the waters surrounding Carolina Beach. Full-day trips last for 8 hours and give you even more of a chance to land a big catch. You'll head up to 40 miles offshore and use fishing equipment provided by the captain. Just be sure to bring enough food and drinks to keep you going.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,850
    This trip will take you all the way to the gulf stream, 65 miles out.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
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FAQs about Tried And True Charters

Tried And True Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Kids Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Kids Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,850 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Tried And True Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor 96'' Rhodan
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Tried And True Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate (Customary Tip is 20%)
  • Fishing License

Tried And True Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Tried And True Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Tried And True Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Donald Cyphers
Carolina Beach, North Carolina, United States
ID & license verified
60 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since April 2021
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Join Captain Donald Cyphers on the waters surrounding Carolina Beach and have a fun fishing trip near or far from the shore. Combine a comfortable and secure ride with the captain's considerable experience and you're bound to have a great experience on the water!

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Boat specs

Contender (Center console) originally built in 2003. Powered by 2 300HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
33 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
96'' Rhodan
Outriggers
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Customary Tip is 20%
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
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Crew
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Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Mark B.
Cranberry Township, PA
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Amberjack afternoon excursion

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip on May 31, 2023
The trip was awesome right from the word “Go”!! Capt. Don even reached out ahead of our scheduled trip date and time and...
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Chris G.
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Fishing with Donald

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Kids Trip (AM) on April 13, 2023
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Steve D.
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Excellent captain and crew.

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on March 19, 2024
We had a great time,  Captain Don delivered! Best trip out of Carolina Beach!
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Christie L.
Lexington, NC
Excellent
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Half day with Donnie

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 7, 2023
For my first ever time deep sea fishing I had an awesome time catching fish and enjoying my time with my crew Donnie and Owen....
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Scott W.
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We will see Captain Don and First Mate Grady again!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on October 4, 2023
The crew was very knowledgeable.  They were sincere and friendly.  They had very good equipment and knew where to fish. ...
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