Play Money Charters LLC
Play Money Charters LLC is located in Swansboro and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.
Capt. Dalton aims to tailor every trip to your specific needs, so let him know what you’re after! Depending on the trip and species, you’ll be using techniques like bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing, jigging, popping, and spinning. You’re looking at 6-hour trips, where you’ll usually go after the likes of Redfish, Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Speckled Trout, and Grouper, depending on the weather and time of year.
Your boat for the day will be a 22’ Sea Hunt that fits up to 6 anglers at any one time. The price of your trip includes all the rods, reels, and terminal tackle you’ll need for a productive day on the water. As for fishing licenses, everything will be taken care of by the captain so you don’t have to worry about it. You can keep anything you catch, as long as it’s legal to do so.
This is a children-friendly charter, so you’re welcome to bring your kids on for a fun fishing adventure.
Book your trip now and hit the water with Play Money Charters LLC.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (47)
+44Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Recommend this charter
88%
Caught fish
95%
Oct 12, 2024
AM Inshore bottom fishing trip 4ppl
Great fishing trip!
Would highly recommend this fishing charter. The captain was on time, knew where to find the fish, and had everything ready to go. He was also very friendly and made the trip well worth it. Had a group of 5 and caught approximately 50 fish in total. Had a great time.
Would highly recommend this fishing charter. The captain was on time, knew where to find the fish, and had everything ready to...
Captain replied
Jul 3, 2025
The captain canceled
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
Captain replied
Apr 26, 2024
Inshore trip for 3 people
Gray Trout
Capt was awesome! Very knowledgeable and got us on the fish. Day started over cast and cool, and within a couple hours the sun broke through and the bite was on. Capt got us on a mixed bag sea bass croaker pig fish and Gray Trout. Capt we wish we’d of kept all three trout. We’ve never had trout before so didn’t want to waste. Cooked it on the Blackstone with salt pepper garlic and onion. Oh my best fish I’ve ever had! Will definitely book a trip again, Thank you so very much.
Capt was awesome! Very knowledgeable and got us on the fish. Day started over cast and cool, and within a couple hours the sun...
Captain replied
Swansboro, North Carolina
Apr 6, 2023
Morning island tours no fishing
Half day fishing trip and ecotour
We can’t possibly rate Captain Buddy as high as he deserves. He was off the charts! We had 4 four year olds and he gave us the perfect experience - some fishing, some eco island touring, and tons of fun. We feel like we won the lottery finding him. We will absolutely be booking with him again! If you are thinking of taking kids fishing or touring - Captain Buddy is your guy!! You won’t regret it. So many great memories made for our family and friends. Thank you, sir!
We can’t possibly rate Captain Buddy as high as he deserves. He was off the charts! We had 4 four year olds and he gave us the...
Cary, NC
Apr 13, 2023
AM Inshore bottom fishing trip 4ppl
Half Day trip with Captain Buddy and then some!
We had the best day. Captain Buddy was knowledgeable of the waters. He is local and has been his whole life. We laughed and enjoyed his company. He kept the fish biting for us somehow all day! We even rescued a large sea turtle that had fishing line and pole wrapped around his fin. That was an added bonus that was unforgettable. We stayed out a bit longer then planned and loved every minute. Captain Buddy made us feel like family.
We had the best day. Captain Buddy was knowledgeable of the waters. He is local and has been his whole life. We laughed and enjoyed...
Captain replied
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (47)
+44Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Recommend this charter
88%
Caught fish
95%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great fishing trip!
AM Inshore bottom fishing trip 4ppl on October 12, 2024
Would highly recommend this fishing charter. The captain was on time, knew where to find the fish, and had everything ready to go. He was also very friendly and made the trip well worth it. Had a group of 5 and caught approximately 50 fish in total. Had a great time.
Would highly recommend this fishing charter. The captain was on time, knew where to find the fish, and had everything ready to go. He was also very friendly and made the trip well worth it. Had a group of 5 and caught approximately 50 fish in total. Had a great time.
The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on July 3, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Gray Trout
Inshore trip for 3 people on April 26, 2024
Capt was awesome! Very knowledgeable and got us on the fish. Day started over cast and cool, and within a couple hours the sun broke through and the bite was on. Capt got us on a mixed bag sea bass croaker pig fish and Gray Trout. Capt we wish we’d of kept all three trout. We’ve never had trout before so didn’t want to waste. Cooked it on the Blackstone with salt pepper garlic and onion. Oh my best fish I’ve ever had! Will definitely book a trip again, Thank you so very much.
Capt was awesome! Very knowledgeable and got us on the fish. Day started over cast and cool, and within a couple hours the sun broke through and the bite was on. Capt got us on a mixed bag sea bass croaker pig fish and Gray Trout. Capt we wish we’d of kept all three trout. We’ve never had trout before so didn’t want to waste. Cooked it on the Blackstone with salt pepper garlic and onion. Oh my best fish I’ve ever had! Will definitely book a trip again, Thank you so very much.
Swansboro, North Carolina
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half day fishing trip and ecotour
Morning island tours no fishing on April 6, 2023
We can’t possibly rate Captain Buddy as high as he deserves. He was off the charts! We had 4 four year olds and he gave us the perfect experience - some fishing, some eco island touring, and tons of fun. We feel like we won the lottery finding him. We will absolutely be booking with him again! If you are thinking of taking kids fishing or touring - Captain Buddy is your guy!! You won’t regret it. So many great memories made for our family and friends. Thank you, sir!
We can’t possibly rate Captain Buddy as high as he deserves. He was off the charts! We had 4 four year olds and he gave us the perfect experience - some fishing, some eco island touring, and tons of fun. We feel like we won the lottery finding him. We will absolutely be booking with him again! If you are thinking of taking kids fishing or touring - Captain Buddy is your guy!! You won’t regret it. So many great memories made for our family and friends. Thank you, sir!
Cary, NC
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day trip with Captain Buddy and then some!
AM Inshore bottom fishing trip 4ppl on April 13, 2023
We had the best day. Captain Buddy was knowledgeable of the waters. He is local and has been his whole life. We laughed and enjoyed his company. He kept the fish biting for us somehow all day! We even rescued a large sea turtle that had fishing line and pole wrapped around his fin. That was an added bonus that was unforgettable. We stayed out a bit longer then planned and loved every minute. Captain Buddy made us feel like family.
We had the best day. Captain Buddy was knowledgeable of the waters. He is local and has been his whole life. We laughed and enjoyed his company. He kept the fish biting for us somehow all day! We even rescued a large sea turtle that had fishing line and pole wrapped around his fin. That was an added bonus that was unforgettable. We stayed out a bit longer then planned and loved every minute. Captain Buddy made us feel like family.
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