Ava Lynn Fishing Charters

Ava Lynn Fishing Charters is located in Southport and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

Come aboard with Capt. Matt, whose main priority is to get you on some fish. Expect to use techniques like bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing, jigging, kite fishing, popping, and spinning.  We will be looking for King Mackerel, Dolphin, Cobia, Black Drum, Bluefish, and Grouper, depending on the specific season and the day’s weather.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 35 foot kevlcat sportfish that can safely take up to 6 anglers. This boat features heat and ac, bathroom, ice box, and all the Tackle and gear you need.

Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day, and you’re welcome to keep all legal species caught during the trip. Capt. Matt runs trips together with his first mate, who’s there to help you with whatever you may need. Tips are always appreciated for a job well done.

Up for a family trip? This is a children-friendly business, so bring your loved ones to share these memories with. Book your trip now and hit the water with Ava Lynn Fishing Charters.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Kids trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $275
    We will fish for 2 hours in the mouth of Bladhead for spanish, bluefish, blackdrum, pinfish and many more
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $550
    4-hour trips will get us out in the 5-mile range where we will target Mackerel and Cobia.
  • Private trip
    Shark fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 PM
    US $550
    We will start at the beginning of June doing a four hours evening shark fishing trip
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Tiger)
    Tiger Shark
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    Just booked! Last booked: 9 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $950
    We will head out into the deeper water in the 10–15 mile range where we will find Amberjack, Kingfish, Seabass, Grunt, Grouper, and maybe Mahi Mahi.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,250
    We will head out 20–25 miles offshore where we will find Kingfish, Mahi-Mahi, Grouper, Snapper, Black Seabass, Grunt, and Triggerfish.
  • Private trip
    Extended Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    US $1,550
    We will head out 30+ miles offshore where we will find Mahi Mahi, Triggerfish, Grouper, Kingfish, Seabass, and Grunt.
  • Private trip
    12 to 14 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    14 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    US $2,100
    We will head out 65+ miles, where we will find Sailfish, Blackfin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Grouper, Triggerfish, and Wahoo.
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FAQs about Ava Lynn Fishing Charters

Ava Lynn Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $275 per group - Kids trip (2 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Shark fishing (4 hours)
  • US $950 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,550 per group - Extended Full Day Trip (10 hours)
  • US $2,100 per group - 12 to 14 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream (14 hours)

When you book a trip with Ava Lynn Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Ava Lynn Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Ava Lynn Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Ava Lynn Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Ava Lynn Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Matt Gelet
Oak Island, North Carolina, United States
ID & license verified
23 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2022
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Captain Matt Gelet is an experienced fisherman who's based in North Carolina. He's ready to take you out on the water and put you on the fish for a great time.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Black Drum Black Drum
Bluefish Bluefish

Boat specs

35’ kevlcat sportfish (Catamaran) originally built in 2000, and restored in 2021. Powered by 2 370HP yanmar engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 28 knots.

Length
35 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed

Trip includes

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

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Disabled Accessible

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

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 17 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Amazing adventure with Capt. Matt aboard the Ava Lynn
Amazing adventure with Capt. Matt aboard the Ava Lynn
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
91%
Recommend this charter
88%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
83%
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Dave D.
Southport, North Carolina
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Amazing adventure with Capt. Matt aboard the Ava Lynn

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on August 5, 2023
Let me cut to the chase – Captain Matt and his first mate Morgan were simply amazing! I had the opportunity to spend four...
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Juan R.
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Excellent Experience

VERIFIED   Kids trip on November 5, 2023
This was the first time doing a Family fishing trip. Captain Gelet is very knowledgeable about the fish in the area. Worked...
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Kirk D.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Fins to the left, fins to the right...

VERIFIED   Shark fishing on June 8, 2023
We had a great experience catching black tips and bull sharks with Captain Matt and Morgan. The two of them couldn’t have...
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Joe G.
Excellent
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Great crew.

VERIFIED   Kids trip on January 21, 2024
Great crew. Family friendly. Awesome.
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Alexander D.
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Fishing with Matt

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on October 8, 2023
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