Hop on Southern Drawl Charters skiff and let’s get that rod bent! Captain Donovan will have you targeting the Inshore Slam: Redfish, Flounder, Trout, and more. This charter is also perfect for people who like to sight fish, cast artificial lures, or fly fish.

Experience level recommended: Avid angler – comfortable casting around targets like docks, trees, and oyster beds. Equipment provided: Bull Bay Reel Animals rods with Florida Fishing Products reels. These are ideal for the Inshore Slam and are light enough to cast all day.

Experience level recommended for fly fishing: Avid angler – ability to make up to a 30’ – 50’ cast onto a car tire size target is needed. Things to know: Practice before the charter if possible. Know how to strip set (freshwater Trout sets will not work on Redfish). Equipment provided: 8wt Sage Salt HD rod paired up with Tibor reels and Flats Pro fly line. We will have flies that have been working based on recent trips. You are welcome to bring your own rod, it must be a 7wt or 8wt.

For the best trip possible bring polarized sunglasses with a bronze or amber tint that will allow you to see the fish in our tea-stained waters. Sun protective clothing including gloves, buff, hooded sun shirt, and a hat are also recommended. We suggest not applying sun factor while out there, it will end up on something that interacts with the fish in a negative way. Bring whatever you would like to eat on the trip, there will be some room in the cooler. There will be water in the cooler and you are welcome to bring any other types of drinks you like. These skiffs will produce some spray when running, so you may get a little wet. Bring a rain jacket if you like.

Our fishery is under tremendous pressure, especially our Redfish population. We practice 100% Catch & Release on these charters when it comes to Redfish. You are welcome to keep any other species we may catch like Black Drum and Sea Trout (over 14” but not over 20"). Thank you for the support!



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  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip - Fly Fishing
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $550
    Hop aboard the 16’ Lowcountry skiff and head out for some of the best sight fishing around. Our fishery is perfect for fly fishing and our skiff gets into places most boats cannot. Captain Donovan will push you deep into the marsh or up the low tide creeks to find redfish feeding in skinny water. Experience level recommended: Avid angler – Ability to make up to a 50’ cast onto a dinnerplate size target is needed. Things to know: Practice before the charter if possible and know how to strip set.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip - Light Tackle
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $550
    Join us on the 16’ Lowcountry skiff and let’s get that spinning rod bent! Captain Donovan will be targeting the Inshore Slam (Redfish, Flounder & Trout) This trip is perfect for people who like to cast artificial lures, very similar to freshwater bass fishing. Experience level recommended: Avid angler – comfortable casting at / around targets like docks, trees and oyster beds. We will be actively looking for fish on the flats and in the marsh. Sight fishing is very exciting and a unique experience.
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FAQs about Southern Drawl Charters

Southern Drawl Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Fly Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Light Tackle (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Southern Drawl Charters, you can expect the following amenity onboard:
  • GPS

Trips booked with Southern Drawl Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano reels, Shimano rods)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Fishing License (You are covered)
  • Fly Fishing Equipment (Sage Salt R8 7wt or 9wt rod)

Southern Drawl Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (Saltwater, with land on both side of you)
  • Flats Fishing (Mud flats or grass flats depending on the tide )
  • Backcountry Fishing

Southern Drawl Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Southern Drawl Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Meet the Charter Operator

Southern Drawl Charters
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States
4 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2022
At Southern Drawl Charters we specialize in inshore charters with light tackle and fly fishing. We pride ourselves on our ability to deliver a unique experience on the water. We specialize in sight fishing in skinny water on our skiff. You will see fish feeding in the creeks and marshes as we stalk them. You will be in calm creeks out of the wind in a very unique environment.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle

Boat specs

Hell’s Bay Whipray (Skiff) originally built in 1998, and restored in 2021. Powered by a 40HP Mercury engine.

Length
16 ft
Capacity
2 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Saltwater, with land on both side of you
Flats Fishing
Mud flats or grass flats depending on the tide
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing

Amenities

GPS

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano reels, Shimano rods
Live Bait
Lures
Fishing License
You are covered
Fly Fishing Equipment
Sage Salt R8 7wt or 9wt rod

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Catch and Release Allowed
We are 100% C&R on all redfish & 20"+ Trout

Payment

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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
PayPal

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Customer reviews

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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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4.8 / 5
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Ron K.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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4.0 / 5
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Fishing with Paul

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Light Tackle on August 14, 2023
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Morgantown, WV
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Great 1/2 day

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Light Tackle on March 6, 2023
We had a great day on the water with Donovan,he was well prepared and the boat was spotless. Excellent equipment and knowledge...
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Charlie W.
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Fly Fishing on July 31, 2022
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Matt C.
Excellent
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October fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Fly Fishing on October 6, 2022
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