Top Shelf Fishing and Adventure

Running angling trips out of Murrells Inlet, Top Shelf Fishing and Adventure invites you to check out the local fishery in style.

Come on aboard with Capt. John or Capt. Hunter whose main priority is to get you on some fish. Expect to use techniques like bottom fishing and trolling, based on the species you’re targeting. Speaking of which, you have the option of 4 to 10-hour trips, where you’ll be fishing for the likes of Wahoo, Dolphin, Tuna, Grouper, Spade Fish, Red Drum, King Mackerel, Cobia, Flounder, Black Drum, Trigger Fish, Sheepshead, and Spanish Mackerel, depending on the specific season and the day’s weather.

You’ll be fishing from a 26’ Cobia boat with enough room for up to 5 anglers at any single time. It also includes a toilet and wireless trolling motor. 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. You’re welcome to keep all legal species caught during the trip.

There will be a first mate on board to help you with anything you need. Tips for good service are always appreciated. Want to bring the rest of the family along for the ride? Kids are welcome aboard, so you’re free to make it a family adventure.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Top Shelf Fishing and Adventure.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Nearshore 3-20 miles
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $500
    Ocean conditions allowing, we will fish the reefs and live bottoms up to 20 miles offshore. Your adventure will include trolling for Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, and Cobia. We may also bottom fish for Black Seabass, Spadefish, and a variety of other species. Bring your own beverages and food. We supply all the bait, tackle, equipment, and licenses.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Offshore 3-40 miles
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,000
    Ocean conditions allowing, we will fish some of the best reefs and live bottom areas that South Carolina has to offer up to 40 miles off shore. This trip provides the best opportunity for landing keeper fish and providing fresh fish for dinner! We will troll for big king mackerel, tuna, Mahi, sailfish. Bottom fishing is also very good in these areas where we will target grouper, trigger fish, snapper, and Black Sea bass among many other species. Bring your own beverages and food.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Grunt
    Grunt
  • Private trip
    Extended Full Day Trip – 70 miles
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,600
    Ocean conditions allowing, we will fish some of the best offshore fishing grounds up to 70 miles offshore targeting wahoo, Mahi, Tuna, and many other species. This trip allows for some fantastic bottom fishing opportunities as well as targeting big Grouper, Snapper, Triggerfish, and many others. This trip offers the best opportunity to catch big game fish and the best opportunity to catch fish to take home for dinner
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
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FAQs about Top Shelf Fishing and Adventure

Top Shelf Fishing and Adventure offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Nearshore 3-20 miles (5 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip – Offshore 3-40 miles (8 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Extended Full Day Trip – 70 miles (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Top Shelf Fishing and Adventure, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Fully enclosed, roomy bathroom
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor

Trips booked with Top Shelf Fishing and Adventure include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We will clean and filet any keeper fish for no extra charge)
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License (All licenses are included in the price of the trip. Customers do not need to purchase separate fishing licenses.)

Top Shelf Fishing and Adventure offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (For Half day trips we will range from 0-20 miles offshore depending on ocean conditions and fish locations.)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Top Shelf Fishing and Adventure offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Top Shelf Fishing and Adventure include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Sailfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spadefish
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet the Captain

John Hambrick
Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, United States
13 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
22 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since August 2022
Angler's Choice
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Captain John Hambrick is a native of Murrells Inlet and has been fishing the surrounding areas his entire life. Your adventure will be aboard the Top Shelf, a 26’ Cobia Center Console. The Top Shelf is super comfortable with ample seating, full cushions and a full size bathroom on board. We feature state of the art electronics and fishing

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper

Boat specs

Cobia (Center console) originally built in 2017. Powered by 2 150HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
26 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
For Half day trips we will range from 0-20 miles offshore depending on ocean conditions and fish locations.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fully enclosed, roomy bathroom
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We will clean and filet any keeper fish for no extra charge
First Mate
Fishing License
All licenses are included in the price of the trip. Customers do not need to purchase separate fishing licenses.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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No additional fees.
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

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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:

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 22 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (36)
Friendly and great with kids
Fishing with John
Fishing with John
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
83%
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Courtney C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with John

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on June 16, 2023
Courtney C. recommends Top Shelf Fishing and Adventure
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Caleb A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with John

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – Nearshore 3-20 miles on May 5, 2023
Caleb A. recommends Top Shelf Fishing and Adventure
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James L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Friendly and great with kids

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip – Nearshore 3-20 miles on March 25, 2024
Captain John was great with my grandson (8 years old). It was a tough day catching fish, but he did everything he could. We...
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Shannon D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on September 12, 2023
Captain John and Chris are top notch!  Amazing experience!  Very knowledgeable and treated us with the utmost hospitality!...
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Cordell W.
Myrtle Beach, SC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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10 hour trip

VERIFIED   Extended Full Day Trip – 70 miles on July 24, 2023
John and his first mate were incredible. They knew the best spots to catch fish and had several types of bait to choose from...
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