Absolut Fishing Charters 

4.9
(220 reviews)
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 118 Grenville Street, Manteo, NC 27954, United States

Absolut Fishing Charters 

Manteo, NC, United States
25 ft
4
4.9
(220 reviews)

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Absolut Fishing Charters is located in Manteo, North Carolina and offers to take you on a trip full of fun and excitement. Captain Jed is an Outer Banks native and a seasoned professional mariner. Join him aboard the Absolut for some backcountry fishing. He will use all his experience and skills to make your day the best possible!

Your adventure starts on roomy 25' Southern Cross center console that can safely take up to 5 anglers. The boat runs on a 300 HP Suzuki engine and uses GPS and fishfinder navigation electronics. It also comes with a wireless trolling motor and livewell to give you the edge over all the fish you'll be targeting.

We will be targeting Speckled Trout, Bluefish, Flounder, Redfish, and Cobia, depending on the season and conditions.

The captain provides all other rods, reels, and tackle, as well as live bait and lures. He'll even supply you with drinks and cover everyone on board for fishing licenses. Don't forget a cooler to take your catch home.

This is a great family adventure!

Book today and have an incredible fishing experience with Absolut Fishing Charters!

Absolut Fishing Charters is located in Manteo, North Carolina and offers to take you on a trip full of fun and excitement. Captain Jed is an Outer Banks native and a seasoned professional mariner. Join him aboard the Absolut for some backcountry fishing. He will use all his experience and skills to make your day the best possible!

Your adventure starts on roomy 25' Southern Cross center console that can safely take up to 5 anglers. The boat runs on a 300 HP Suzuki engine and uses GPS and fishfinder navigation electronics. It also comes with a wireless trolling motor and livewell to give you the edge over all the fish you'll be targeting.

We will be targeting Speckled Trout, Bluefish, Flounder, Redfish, and Cobia, depending on the season and conditions.

The captain provides all other rods, reels, and tackle, as well as live bait and lures. He'll even supply you with drinks and cover everyone on board for fishing licenses. Don't forget a cooler to take your catch home.

This is a great family adventure!

Book today and have an incredible fishing experience with Absolut Fishing Charters!

Absolut Fishing Charters
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Absolut Fishing Charters
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Inshore Charter (4 hours)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 3:30 PM)
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+1
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (303)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (220)

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Suzanne Armor
Suzanne Armor
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Such a great trip!
Half Day Inshore Charter (4 hours) on August 12, 20263 adults1 child

Captain Spencer took me and my two sons out for red drum. It was our first time fishing salt water and he was so patient and thoughtful in teaching my boys what to do. Despite less than ideal red drum fishing conditions, we caught a 34-inch red drum and a few skates. It was a really fun experience, and Captain Spencer is so personable and kind. The boat is clean and well-stocked. Highly recommend.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Absolut Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thanks for fishing with us!

Andrew Furtado
Andrew Furtado
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Tons of fun
Half Day Inshore Charter (4 hours) - 3:30 PM on August 7, 20264 adults

Captain Spencer was great! We hit a few spots and caught our first Red Drum about 30 minutes into the trip. We even had 2 fish on at the same time and hooked a couple of bluefish too. Everyone in our group ended up catching fish. I would definitely recommend an afternoon/evening trip. The fish were biting at the end of the day and we had a beautiful sunset to close out the trip as we returned to the inlet. We'll definitely be booking with Absolut again in the future!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Bluefish (Tailor)
Absolut Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

thanks for fishing with us

Chris Sgontz
Chris Sgontz
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Rainy Great Day!
Half Day Inshore Charter (4 hours) - 3:30 PM on July 23, 20264 adults

The weather didn’t play in our favor unfortunatley… But boat captain Spencer was game to still take us! We fought the weather for the first part of our trip but luckily it cleared up later. Spencer was knowledgable, personable, and fun! We all had a good time lots of laughs and caught some fish too! All his gear was in great shape and top of the line. Boat is super clean and in great shape!I am already trying to decide if I should book one more outting with him before we leave.

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
Absolut Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

thanks for fishing with us

Dylan Willis
Dylan Willis
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Everyone caught fish.
Half Day Inshore Charter (4 hours) on September 2, 20264 adults

we had a grrat half day with captn Spencer. He was awesome, 3 of us caught red drum over 42 inches within 20 minutes of our trip, and caught another just over keeper size, at the end of the trip we went outside of the inlet and caught some spanish mackerel to cook for dinner. It was a great day!

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Redfish
Bluefish (Tailor)
Absolut Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Awesome catch. Fish of a lifetime for you guys. Thank you

David Lampley
David Lampley
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Best Charter on the Outer Banks!
Half Day Inshore Charter (4 hours) on July 16, 20263 adults1 child

Our fishing charter was hands down the highlight of our vacation. Captain Spence was professional, friendly, and worked hard from the moment we left the dock to make sure everyone had a great experience. He put us on fish quickly, kept the lines baited, and shared plenty of knowledge about the area and the fish we were targeting. The equipment was top-notch, the boat was clean and comfortable, and it was clear he wanted me and my 3 boys to succeed.

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
Absolut Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thanks for fishing with us!

FAQs about Absolut Fishing Charters

Absolut Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Inshore Charter (4 hours) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Inshore Charter (4 hours) - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Inshore Charter (4 hours) - 3:30 PM (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Absolut Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Absolut Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait will be included when available.)
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Water)
  • Fishing license (A NC salt water fishing licenses is included at no cost for everyone.)
Absolut Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Absolut Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Absolut Fishing Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Speckled Trout

Your operator

Absolut Fishing Charters
Absolut Fishing Charters

Manteo, North Carolina, United States

75 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
220 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 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 Jed Dixon is a native of Manteo and he grew up fishing the backwaters of the Roanoke, Croatan, and Pamlico sounds. After high school, Capt. Jed went to the US Merchant Marine Academy where he majored in Marine Transportation and obtained a 1600-ton Oceans Master's license and has been a professional mariner for over 20 years. Capt. Jed's experience and knowledge serve him well and he looks forward to guiding you on your next fishing adventure.

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Captain

Absolut Fishing Charters
Absolut Fishing Charters
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Captain Jed Dixon is a native of Manteo and he grew up fishing the backwaters of the Roanoke, Croatan, and Pamlico sounds. After high school, Capt. Jed went to the US Merchant Marine Academy where he majored in Marine Transportation and obtained a 1600-ton Oceans Master's license and has been a professional mariner for over 20 years. Capt. Jed's experience and knowledge serve him well and he looks forward to guiding you on your next fishing adventure.
The crew
Spence T.
Spence T.
Captain
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Spencer T.
Captain

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Great time!
    Brad C.
    Brad C.
  • Great trip
    Vince R.
    Vince R.
  • Everyone caught fish.
    Dylan W.
    Dylan W.
  • Great day on the water
    James C.
    James C.
  • Great Day
    James D.
    James D.
  • Mission accomplished.
    Frank S.
    Frank S.
  • Best trip ever!
    Stewart G.
    Stewart G.
  • it was s good trip went out in afternoon so not the best time to go.
    David H.
    David H.
  • Fantastic Trip!
    Hannah B.
    Hannah B.
  • What a Great Trip!!
    Karrie S.
    Karrie S.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2026
Boat manufacturer
Southern Cross
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
34 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait will be included when available.
Lures
Drinks
Water
Fishing license
A NC salt water fishing licenses is included at no cost for everyone.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Kids under 12 are required by law to wear a life jacket.
You keep catch

How you can pay

Pay online in full

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

No additional fees.

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

 Checks

What’s biting in Manteo right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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