Performance Fishing Charters 

4.9/5 (148 reviews)
 Helmsman Way 68, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, United States

Performance Fishing Charters 

Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
27 ft
5
4.9/5 (148 reviews)

Come experience the thrill of fishing with Performance Fishing Charters in beautiful Hilton Head Island!

Captain John is dedicated to giving you a day full of excitement, unforgettable memories, and, of course, plenty of fish! Whether you're after Redfish, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Black Drum, or Jack Crevalle, your adventure will be tailored to the season and conditions of the day.

Choose from our 3 to 10-hour trips, where you'll get the chance to try a variety of fishing techniques, including light tackle, sight fishing, live bait, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing, jigging, and spinning—whatever it takes to land the big one!

Your fishing adventure begins aboard a brand-new 27' Latitude Tournament Boat, built in 2024 and designed for comfort and safety. It's the perfect boat for up to 5 anglers to get out on the water and chase some serious fish, no matter the season.

We've got everything covered—rods, reels, tackle, and even the necessary fishing licenses. All you need to do is show up ready to have a blast and reel in some fish!

Book your trip today with Performance Fishing Charters and let's make some memories on the water!

Come experience the thrill of fishing with Performance Fishing Charters in beautiful Hilton Head Island!

Captain John is dedicated to giving you a day full of excitement, unforgettable memories, and, of course, plenty of fish! Whether you're after Redfish, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Black Drum, or Jack Crevalle, your adventure will be tailored to the season and conditions of the day.

Choose from our 3 to 10-hour trips, where you'll get the chance to try a variety of fishing techniques, including light tackle, sight fishing, live bait, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing, jigging, and spinning—whatever it takes to land the big one!

Your fishing adventure begins aboard a brand-new 27' Latitude Tournament Boat, built in 2024 and designed for comfort and safety. It's the perfect boat for up to 5 anglers to get out on the water and chase some serious fish, no matter the season.

We've got everything covered—rods, reels, tackle, and even the necessary fishing licenses. All you need to do is show up ready to have a blast and reel in some fish!

Book your trip today with Performance Fishing Charters and let's make some memories on the water!

John Cloyd
Captain
John Cloyd
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Trip availability and prices

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*Winter Special*
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Feb 28
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Shark (Hammerhead)
+4
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3 hr inshore fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Tarpon
+2
US $525
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3hr shark trip (pm)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
Sheepshead
+3
US $575
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour – Inshore/Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 11:00 AM)
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Bull Red Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 15 - Nov 20
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Black Drum
+8
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Jack Crevalle Sight Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 15
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Tarpon
Black Drum
+6
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Sheepshead Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 25 - Mar 31
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
+6
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour – Inshore/Nearshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $775
Entire boat: up to 4 people
King Mackerel Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Nov 10
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+1
US $950
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $975
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Tarpon Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Oct 31
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Nearshore/Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Cobia Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 20 - Jun 30
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
10 hour Offshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Seabass (Black)
Grouper (Gag)
+3
US $1,750
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
148 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (172)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

All reviews (148)

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Chris Sarver
Chris Sarver
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
PFC
Jack Crevalle Sight Fishing Trip on August 4, 20262 adults1 child

Captain John was an absolute delight, very knowledgeable and personable. Interesting guy! Put us on fish immediately, and did all the work! Beautiful custom CC. Quiet outboard’s, and a great surprise in Dale back at dock. A must Book!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Edward Goff
Edward Goff
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Went out and hammered some redfish!!!
4 Hour – Inshore/Nearshore - 11:00 AM on June 24, 20261 adult

Went out on a one man charter with Capt. John with one thing in mind, hammering redfish. It seemed like every stop produced action, and Captain knew exactly where to go to keep the rods bent. Landed multiple quality reds and had a blast doing it. If you're looking for a fishing charter with a hardworking captain who knows how to put clients on fish, I highly recommend Captain John 👍

Reported catch:
Redfish
John Cloyd
Response from Captain

Thanks again Eddie I really appreciate it!!

Alan Schmandt
Alan Schmandt
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Highly Recommend Captain John
4 Hour – Inshore/Nearshore - 11:00 AM on June 16, 20263 adults1 child

I took my 15 and nine year-old sons out for a four hour trip with Captain John and had a wonderful time. The captain was very personable and did well with my sons. We went to 4 or 5 different locations inshore and overall it was a bit slow, but you can’t control that, however we did catch a giant red fish, which made it all worth it. We will absolutely be booking with Captain John again.

Reported catch:
Redfish
John Cloyd
Response from Captain

Thanks again Alan! Youre raising some fine young men! looking forward to doing it again soon!

Scott Hendricks
Scott Hendricks
Repeat angler
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water
King Mackerel Trip on June 8, 20262 adults1 child

Started out early and Capt John and he was immediately on the bait fish stocking us up for the day. Boat was exceptional- great ride and very clean and well kept. Trip was a perfect mix of fishing and catching, he did not disappoint. My boys are always full of questions and comments and he played right along with them. They said best trip so far, gotta plan to come back soon. Thanks again

John Cloyd
Response from Captain

Thanks again Scott!

George Frederick
George Frederick
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water!
5 Hour – Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on March 9, 20261 adult

Had a wonderful time fishing with Captain John! Caught several huge Black Drum. the boat was spotless and easy to move around. He got me on the fish fast. was a great time. looking forward to a retun trip with him. if you’re thinking about fishing with him book it. Captain Kohn met me at the dock and we became instant friends. You can’t go wrong fishing with him.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Black Drum
John Cloyd
Response from Captain

I appreciate the kind words Joe! looking forward to doing it again!

FAQs about Performance Fishing Charters

Performance Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - *Winter Special* (3 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 3 hr inshore fishing (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $575 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 3hr shark trip (pm) (3 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour – Inshore/Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour – Inshore/Nearshore - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Bull Red Trip (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Jack Crevalle Sight Fishing Trip (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Sheepshead Trip (4 hours)
  • US $775 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour – Inshore/Nearshore (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - King Mackerel Trip (6 hours)
  • US $975 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $150 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Nearshore/Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Cobia Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Tarpon Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,750 per group - 10 hour Offshore Trip (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Performance Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Performance Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Catching live bait is usually how I start everyday. We throw the cast net for menhaden, mullet, shrimp and much more!)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (All filleting is included in the price! )
  • Fishing license (All licensing is included and everyone is covered under a state charter permit.)
Performance Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (This all depends on the weather and length of the trip we have. On longer trips I like to get out up to 10-15 miles offshore on nice calm days. On our half trips we may fish in front of the beach and up to 2 miles offshore. All weather dependent.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Performance Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Performance Fishing Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

John Cloyd
John Cloyd
John Cloyd

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States

6 Fishing Reports
148 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2022
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain John comes from Louisville, KY. He grew up playing every sport imaginable and fishing for Bass. He went to college to play baseball and ended up at a school close to the coast, USCB. Captain John received his undergraduate in business administration and started his own charter business shortly after.

6 Fishing Reports
148 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2022
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain John comes from Louisville, KY. He grew up playing every sport imaginable and fishing for Bass. He went to college to play baseball and ended up at a school close to the coast, USCB. Captain John received his undergraduate in business administration and started his own charter business shortly after.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Awesome Experience!
    Vladislav T.
    Vladislav T.
  • July fishing trip
    Rachel S.
    Rachel S.
  • A Trip I will Never Forget
    Curtis E.
    Curtis E.
  • Monster Stingray & more!
    Beth H.
    Beth H.
  • Captain John
    Brandon G.
    Brandon G.
  • Highly Recommend Captain John
    Alan S.
    Alan S.
  • Great day on the water
    Scott H.
    Scott H.
  • May fishing trip
    Mike C.
    Mike C.
  • Enjoyed the Trip!
    Ranjith S.
    Ranjith S.
  • Great Trip!
    Aaron S.
    Aaron S.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Latitude Tournament Boats
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
2 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
61 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
This all depends on the weather and length of the trip we have. On longer trips I like to get out up to 10-15 miles offshore on nice calm days. On our half trips we may fish in front of the beach and up to 2 miles offshore. All weather dependent.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Catching live bait is usually how I start everyday. We throw the cast net for menhaden, mullet, shrimp and much more!
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
All filleting is included in the price!
Fishing license
All licensing is included and everyone is covered under a state charter permit.

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
Kids are always more than welcome! On the 6 and 8 hr trips I highly suggest only bringing children 12 and older. These can be long action packed days!
You keep catch
All red drum will be catch and release only
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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.

What’s biting in Hilton Head Island right now

CobiaCobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
SheepsheadSheepshead
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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