Hayden Express Charters 

5.0/5 (196 reviews)
 4457 Mill Landing Road, Wanchese, NC 27981, United States

Hayden Express Charters 

5.0/5 (196)
 Angler's Choice
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4457 Mill Landing Road
Wanchese, NC, United States

Hayden Express Charters runs angling trips out of Wanchese and offers to show you what the local fishery is all about.

Capt. Ralph will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. He specializes in light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, jigging, and kite fishing, all to get you on that bite. This involves 4 to 11-hour trips, mainly fishing for Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Tuna, and Redfish, depending on the season and conditions of the day.

Your adventure begins on board a 48’ Craddock Boatworks boat that can fit a maximum of 6 anglers. The boat has a toilet, ice box, and fighting chair. All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day.

Capt. Ralph 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. Children are welcome aboard, so you’re good to get the young ones started early. You’ll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Hayden Express Charters.

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Hayden Express delivers reliable multi-species fishing with adaptive tactics, a skilled captain and first mate, and family-friendly service that includes convenient post-trip options.
Weather and seas influence itineraries, sometimes shifting from offshore to nearshore or sound fishing and altering target species.
What Guests loved
Keep in mind
  • Adaptive tactics yield high-density catches across diverse species, for example 62 ribbon fish in 90 minutes and occasional offshore limits of amberjack and tilefish.
  • Family-friendly crew with strong guest interaction; Mason keeps kids involved and Captain Ralph explains processes clearly to all guests.
  • Well-maintained boat and value-added services, including marina catch cleaning and on-site dining options, enhancing the overall trip experience.
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Hayden Express delivers reliable multi-species fishing with adaptive tactics, a skilled captain and first mate, and family-friendly service that includes convenient post-trip options.
Weather and seas influence itineraries, sometimes shifting from offshore to nearshore or sound fishing and altering target species.
What Guests loved
Keep in mind
  • Adaptive tactics yield high-density catches across diverse species, for example 62 ribbon fish in 90 minutes and occasional offshore limits of amberjack and tilefish.
  • Family-friendly crew with strong guest interaction; Mason keeps kids involved and Captain Ralph explains processes clearly to all guests.
  • Well-maintained boat and value-added services, including marina catch cleaning and on-site dining options, enhancing the overall trip experience.
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Trip availability and prices

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November 2025
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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip (6 AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 15 - Oct 31
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (10:30 AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:30 AM
Seasonal trip May 15 - Oct 31
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip (6 AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 15 - Oct 31
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US $950 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip (12:30 PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip May 15 - Oct 31
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US $950 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 15 - Oct 31
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US $1,450 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Extended Full Day Trip (6 AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 15 - Oct 31
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US $2,000 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Extended Full Day – Offshore (5 AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
11 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 15 - Oct 31
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US $2,400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

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Hayden Express delivers reliable multi-species fishing with adaptive tactics, a skilled captain and first mate, and family-friendly service that includes convenient post-trip options.
Weather and seas influence itineraries, sometimes shifting from offshore to nearshore or sound fishing and altering target species.
What Guests loved
Keep in mind
  • Adaptive tactics yield high-density catches across diverse species, for example 62 ribbon fish in 90 minutes and occasional offshore limits of amberjack and tilefish.
  • Family-friendly crew with strong guest interaction; Mason keeps kids involved and Captain Ralph explains processes clearly to all guests.
  • Well-maintained boat and value-added services, including marina catch cleaning and on-site dining options, enhancing the overall trip experience.
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FAQs about Hayden Express Charters

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
48 ft
Year built
2006
Boat manufacturer
Craddock Boatworks
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
2 x 705HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots
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