Bonehead Charters

Bonehead Charters would like to welcome you to Hatteras Island. Join Captain James Holmes aboard "Bonehead," a comfortable and spacious boat that offers you a smooth ride and is ready to take you fishing or just cruising the bountiful waters of the Atlantic Ocean and Pamlico Sound.

The captain and his first mate will ensure you have everything you need to have a great time and put you on some serious fun. Give them a shout in Hatteras, North Carolina, they are ready to take you out!

Bonehead is a 38’ Cecil Robbins Chesapeake deadrise saltwater fishing boat that can accommodate up to 6 anglers. It runs on a 420 HP Cummins engine that can reach a maximum cruising speed of 18 knots and uses navigation technology to allow for safe and quick movement on the water. You can also use the onboard fighting chair and you’ll have the help of a first mate who’ll gladly work to make your experience even better.

The species you can target are, Mackerel, Bluefish, Flounder, Redfish, as well as Cobia. There’s a wide choice of ways you can reel them in. You can, troll, jig, and drift fish using light and heavy tackle. Kids are welcome to join the trip and you’re free to keep all your catch if you wish to.

Capt. James will take care of all the rods, reels, live bait, and lures, as well as fishing licenses, so the only things you should have before you depart are your favorite snacks and drinks. Also, keep in mind that the first mate works for tips.

Come visit Hatteras and have a great experience on the water together with Bonehead Charters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip – Sunset Cruise/Fish
    In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 4:45 PM
    $400
    Climb aboard and be witness to a world-class Hatteras sunset while trolling the Pamlico Sound. Our sunsets here do not disappoint and are even more beautiful while cruising on board the Bonehead.
  • Private trip
    2 Hour – Sunset Dinner Cruise/Fish
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 4:45 PM
    $650
    Do you like watching stellar sunsets while eating shellfish? Welcome aboard for our dinner cruise/fish. This 2-hour cruise will take you into the Pamlico Sound where we are often joined by porpoises, seabirds, other passing vessels, and a world-class sunset. You will enjoy an "all-you-can-eat" assortment of steamed shrimp, freshly shucked oysters, and charcuterie boards. We are excited to provide your group with all the food and accouterments necessary to make this a memorable evening on the water.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
    $700
    Start your trip early in the morning and enjoy fishing the rich waters around Hatteras for 4 hours. Your crew will take care of all the fishing gear as well as licenses, so all you need to bring are drinks and snacks.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
    $700
    Prefer to get out and fish in the afternoon? This 4-hour trip departs at 11:30 a.m., allowing you to fish the waters around Hatteras when they're at their sunniest. Your captain provides all of your gear and fishing licenses so all you need to bring are your favorite snacks and drinks.
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FAQs about Bonehead Charters

Bonehead Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • $400 per group - 2 Hour Trip – Sunset Cruise/Fish (2 hours)
  • $650 per group, additional $100 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour – Sunset Dinner Cruise/Fish (2 hours)
  • $700 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • $700 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Bonehead Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Bonehead Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • First Mate (Mate works for tips)
  • Fishing License

Bonehead Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Bonehead Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Bonehead Charters include:
  • Bluefish
  • Cobia
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Spanish Mackerel

About the Captain

James Holmes
Hatteras, North Carolina, United States
ID & License verified
120 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2021
Angler's Choice
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Captain James moved to Hatteras in 1994. His love for the ocean and being outside is what brought him there. Fishing is something he always did for fun with friends and family. He first got his captain's license in 2007 but has never had an opportunity to really use it until now. The captain loves to take folks out on the boat and show them a great time in the waters around Hatteras Island.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bluefish Bluefish
Cobia Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore) Little Tunny (False Albacore)

Boat specs

Cecil Robbins (Saltwater fishing) originally built in 1976. Powered by a 420HP Cummins engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 18 knots.

Length
38 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Outriggers
Ice Box
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
First Mate
Mate works for tips
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

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
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.

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
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AMZING FIRST CHARTER
Half day trip with captain Jimmy and Mitch
Half day trip with captain Jimmy and Mitch
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Angler Rating
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Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
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James G.
Marion, IL
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Sunset fishing cruise

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip – Sunset Cruise/Fish on June 21, 2022
Captain Jimmy was an awesome host.  The boat was top notch, and the fear and lures were ready to go!!! Shipmate Joey was a...
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Dave L.
Tonawanda, NY
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Half-day trip on July 20, 2022

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 20, 2022
Even though we couldn’t get out on the ocean side and fished the sound side we still caught fish. We had a great trip and...
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Melinda M.
Moseley, VA
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Half day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 5, 2022
Trip was the most enjoyable,educational,personable experience I-have taken. Captain Jimmy was kind enough to switch our day...
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Paul P.
Brooklyn, OH
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Half day trip with Captain James and Mitch

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 19, 2022
From the moment we stepped foot on the boat Captain James and Mitch were welcoming and friendly. The knowledge between the...
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Adam R.
Smithville, MO
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Morning 1/2 day trip.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 17, 2022
Even on a windy day Bonehead was able to find the fish for us! We tried Oceanside but opted for the sound when the wells were...
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