Citation SportFishing
+45Running offshore
trips out of Manteo,NC Citation SportFishing invites you to come join us for a day on the water.
Capt. Gerrad 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, kite fishing, popping, and spinning. You're looking at 10 to 12 hour trips, where you'll usually go after the likes of Mahi Mahi, Marlin, Wahoo, Sailfish, Tuna, and Tilefish, depending on the weather and time of year.
You'll be fishing from a 57' Island Boatworks vessel with enough room for up to 6 anglers at any single time. It also includes a toilet, AC, ice box, and a fighting chair. The crew works very hard to help their guests catch the fish of a lifetime and make the day the most memorable experience possible, so please remember to tip your mate at the end of the trip. It’s customary to tip 15-20%.
The price of your trip includes all the rods, reels, and terminal tackle you'll need for a productive day on the water. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. You can keep anything you catch, as long as it's legal to do so.
We now are offering WiFi for an additional 150 dollars per group
We also have T Shirt available
Shirts are very popular and stock is very limited so apologies if we do not have your size or we are currently out..
Children are welcome aboard so you’re good to get the young ones started early.
Book your trip now and hit the water with Citation SportFishing.
Captain
Gerrad Otto
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+39Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
95%
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Awesome day on the Citation!
Full day offshore on July 5, 2025
Capt. Otto put us on the fish! The Citation was very spacious, clean, well equipped and very comfortable. It had a large bathroom, great A/C, and comfortable seating inside and outside. The boat has tremendous horsepower and got us to the fishing grounds faster than any other boat that went out that day. I got the fish of the lifetime on the trip. Eli, the first mate, worked tireless on our behalf! Thanks again for a great family experience!
Capt. Otto put us on the fish! The Citation was very spacious, clean, well equipped and very comfortable. It had a large bathroom, great A/C, and comfortable seating inside and outside. The boat has tremendous horsepower and got us to the fishing grounds faster than any other boat that went out that day. I got the fish of the lifetime on the trip. Eli, the first mate, worked tireless on our behalf! Thanks again for a great family experience!
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Fantastic Day
Full day offshore on June 23, 2025
We had a great time with the Citation Captain and Crew. We were successful in catching more Mahi than we thought possible in one day and we were a group on newbies to charter fishing. The Captain and Crew worked tirelessly to give us the best fishing experience and knew what they were doing, coaching us along the way. It was a fantastic day and memories for the family we'll talk about for years to come. Thank you, Citation, Captain, and Crew....
We had a great time with the Citation Captain and Crew. We were successful in catching more Mahi than we thought possible in one day and we were a group on newbies to charter fishing. The Captain and Crew worked tirelessly to give us the best fishing experience and knew what they were doing, coaching us along the way. It was a fantastic day and memories for the family we'll talk about for years to come. Thank you, Citation, Captain, and Crew....
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Family Fishing
Full Day Trip – Offshore (copy) on July 30, 2024
We had 4 adults and 2 kids and had the absolute best time. Very experienced crew who know where the fish are biting! We caught 14 Mahi and 2 Jacks. I was nervous about a full day fishing trip with kids but they had the best time and are still talking about it!
We had 4 adults and 2 kids and had the absolute best time. Very experienced crew who know where the fish are biting! We caught 14 Mahi and 2 Jacks. I was nervous about a full day fishing trip with kids but they had the best time and are still talking about it!
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Great experience
Full Day Trip – Offshore (copy) on August 13, 2024
As a captain myself from up north. I can tell you this operation is top notch. Nice clean boat, top of the line gear. Very inviting and the boys on the citation know how to fish! highly recommended!
As a captain myself from up north. I can tell you this operation is top notch. Nice clean boat, top of the line gear. Very inviting and the boys on the citation know how to fish! highly recommended!
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Fun and comfortable
Full Day Trip – Offshore (copy) on July 19, 2024
We had a great time! Captain was easy to communicate with durning the week prior. Boat was very clean and comfortable. And Capt put us ON the fish!!
We had a great time! Captain was easy to communicate with durning the week prior. Boat was very clean and comfortable. And Capt put us ON the fish!!
FAQs about Citation SportFishing
What are the trip rates for Citation SportFishing?
Citation SportFishing offers the following trip to customers:
- US $2,700 per group - Full day offshore (11 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Citation SportFishing?
When you book a trip with Citation SportFishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet Full private bathroom with fresh water sink
- Air Conditioning
- Fighting Chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia System
- Outriggers
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Citation SportFishing?
Trips booked with Citation SportFishing include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- First Mate (Cleat King is our full time mate on the boat he is young and very ambitious and has grown up on the water, Brian King is our part time mate that offers lots of knowledge and rides with us when he is not running charters on his near shore boat!)
- Fishing License (No fishing license is required we supply it’s included in your trip.)
What types of fishing does Citation SportFishing offer?
Citation SportFishing offers the following types of fishing:
- Nearshore Fishing ( Near shore trips are going to be along the beach )
- Offshore Fishing (We will fish anywhere from 15 to 50 miles offshore some times further. )
- Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Citation SportFishing offer?
Citation SportFishing offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Kite Fishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Citation SportFishing?
Top targeted fish species with Citation SportFishing include:
- Bluefish
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Marlin (White)
- Sailfish
- Spanish Mackerel
- Tilefish
- Tuna (Bigeye)
- Tuna (Blackfin)
- Tuna (Bluefin)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
Meet your captain
Manteo, North Carolina, United States
Capt. Gerrad runs trips out of Wanchese aboard 57' Island Boat Works Sportfishing. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, or something unique to the area. For special requests, such as kite fishing, message Capt. Gerrad.
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
Nearshore Fishing
Near shore trips are going to be along the beach
Offshore Fishing
We will fish anywhere from 15 to 50 miles offshore some times further.
Wreck Fishing
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
What's on board
Toilet
Full private bathroom with fresh water sink
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Refrigerator
Multimedia System
Outriggers
Ice Box
Radar
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
First Mate
Cleat King is our full time mate on the boat he is young and very ambitious and has grown up on the water, Brian King is our part time mate that offers lots of knowledge and rides with us when he is not running charters on his near shore boat!
Fishing License
No fishing license is required we supply it’s included in your trip.
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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
Well we don’t really have a set age limit we obviously don’t recommend bringing a freshly new born on your charter, however we have had 2 year olds and up fish with us in the past if the weather was favorable it’s always a good time to bring them along
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How to pay
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Manteo right now
Bluefish
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
Sailfish
Spanish Mackerel
Tilefish
Tuna (Bigeye)
Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
Wahoo