Salty Hooker Fishing Charters – 26'

The Salty Hooker Fishing Charters welcomes you aboard! Join in for a day on the water full of fun and excitement and experience a true fishing adventure in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. A cordial and experienced crew will take you out and tend to all your fishing needs. Pick a day and embark on an adventure on the rich waters of Murrells Inlet!

You will fish from a 26ft Mako center console that can seat up to 6 guests and is powered by twin 200 HP Suzuki engines. For navigation, it uses all the modern and comprehensive technology including two Garmins and a Simrad unit that will help you have a safe and quick trip to the fish and back. The boat features 3 large fish-boxes, a drink cooler, comfy bean bag chairs, an in deck live-well and is equipped with outriggers and downriggers.

The species you can target include various types of Sharks, King Mackerel, Black Sea Bass, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Cobia, and everything in between. Take your pick between light tackle inshore trips or heavy tackle offshore trips. All fish caught will be cleaned and bagged free of charge.

Your captain will provide you with all the tackle, bait, fishing license. Just bring a smile and whatever you would like to eat or drink. (We have a cooler available for drinks if needed).

Join The Salty Hooker Fishing Charters and have a wonderful day on the water!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip – Shark (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 PM
    $650
    Three hours of non-stop fun catching and releasing various species of sharks. A trip for everyone with a love for sharks, from the hardcore enthusiasts to the curious youngsters with a love for teeth.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $650
    Targeting Redfish, Flounder, Trout, and Black Drum. Come enjoy the beautiful views of Murrells Inlet and enjoy a day on the water filled with fun and excitement.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    $650
    Targeting Redfish, Flounder, Trout, and Black Drum. Take your pick between the beautiful views of Murrells Inlet or Winyah Bay and enjoy a day on the water filled with fun and excitement.
  • Private trip
    1/2 Day Fishing Charter (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $700
    Start your trip in the morning and spend 5 hours trolling/bottom fishing waters up to 15 miles off the shore. The captain will take care of all the fishing gear and licenses, so you will only need some food and drinks. The trip starts at 7:00 a.m. Target species are King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Black Sea Bass, Cobia, and more.
  • Private trip
    1/2 Day Fishing Charter (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    $700
    Spend a lovely afternoon and explore the waters up to 15 miles offshore, chasing many different species. As you are covered for all the fishing gear and licenses, the only things you will need are some snacks and drinks. The species you'll target are Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Black Sea Bass, Cobia, and more.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Fishing Charter
    In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $1,100
    This trip will allow you to spend the day trolling and/or bottom fishing up to 35 miles offshore. All fishing gear and licenses are included in the trip, just bring any drinks or food you'd like to have. Target species are King Mackerel, Barracuda, Vermillion Snapper, Silver Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, Triggerfish, and others.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Fishing Charter
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $1,400
    Head out up to 50 miles offshore and have loads of fun trolling and bottom fishing for a variety of fish. 10 hours on the water give you plenty of time to jam-pack your coolers with fish and enjoy the sea to the fullest. Target species are King Mackerel, Barracuda, Vermillion Snapper, Silver Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, Triggerfish, etc.
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $1,700
    You and the crew will be fishing up to 70 miles offshore. An action-packed trip targeting top-quality fish. The trip includes all the equipment and licenses and starts at 6:00 a.m. Target species are Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Grouper, Snapper, Triggerfish, etc.
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FAQs about Salty Hooker Fishing Charters – 26'

Salty Hooker Fishing Charters – 26' offers the following trips to customers:
  • $650 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Shark (PM) (3 hours)
  • $650 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • $650 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • $700 per group - 1/2 Day Fishing Charter (AM) (5 hours)
  • $700 per group - 1/2 Day Fishing Charter (PM) (5 hours)
  • $1,100 per group, additional $75 per person after 5 guests - 3/4 Day Fishing Charter (8 hours)
  • $1,400 per group, additional $75 per person after 5 guests - Full Day Fishing Charter (10 hours)
  • $1,700 per group, additional $100 per person after 4 guests - 12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Salty Hooker Fishing Charters – 26', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Salty Hooker Fishing Charters – 26' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Salty Hooker Fishing Charters – 26' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Salty Hooker Fishing Charters – 26' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Handline
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Salty Hooker Fishing Charters – 26' include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Broomtail)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Tiger)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Wahoo

About the Charter Operator

Salty Hooker Fishing Charters 26'
Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, United States
ID & License verified
169 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2021
The Salty Hooker takes pride in providing unforgettable fishing experiences and making great memories with friends and family. Our captains would be honored to get you out on the water for day of fishing and fun. We strive to find a trip for everyone to enjoy and offer many different options to provide a wide span of fun for you and your family. The Salty Hooker is open 7 days a week and cannot wait to hear from you!

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

Mako (Center console) originally built in 1989, and restored in 2021. Powered by 2 200HP Suzuki engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 45 knots.

Length
26 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Outriggers
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 167 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Half Day Trip With Capt. Sarah
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Angler Rating
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Anglers Claimed
Good experience
93%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Catch intended fish
74%
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Christopher R.
Lake Park, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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3/4 day with Sarah and Ronald

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Fishing Charter on May 6, 2023
Nothing but good things to say about this trip. This was our first deep sea fishing trip we’ve been on and it was nothing...
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Jeremy D.
Charlotte, North Carolina
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half Day Trip With Capt. Sarah

VERIFIED   NEW  1/2 Day Fishing Charter (AM) on May 30, 2023
We had an awesome day on the water. Capt Sarah was awesome at what she does. She knows the water the boat. How instinct on...
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Kimberly N.
Birmingham, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day with Austin

VERIFIED   1/2 Day Fishing Charter (AM) on August 18, 2022
We had a great experience on this charter with Austin.  We were visiting from Michigan and I requested an offshore/ocean fishing...
Kimberly N. recommends Salty Hooker Fishing Charters – 26'
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Brenda M.
Tewksbury, MA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Loads of fun!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip – Shark (PM) on August 15, 2022
We chartered a 3 hour shark fishing trip.  Capt. Austin was fantastic!  He kept track of the predicted weather conditions...
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Ryan O.
Hutchinson, MN
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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4 Hour Shark Trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip – Shark (PM) on June 18, 2022
We went on a 4 hour shark fishing trip with Austin, and we had a great time. My kids were so excited to catch the small sharks,...
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