Instigator Sportfishing 

5.0/5 (16 reviews)
 4457 Mill Landing Road, Wanchese, NC 27981, United States

Instigator Sportfishing 

Wanchese, NC, United States
33 ft
6
5.0/5 (16 reviews)
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Instigator Sportfishing runs angling trips out of Wanchese and offers to show you what the local fishery is all about.

Capt. George 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 and trolling. You're looking at 4 to 6-hour trips, where you'll usually go after the likes of Cobia, Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Little Tunny, and Dogfish, depending on the weather and time of year.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 33' Bertram boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers. This boat features 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.

You're welcome to keep all legal species caught during the trip.

Here to help you with anything you need, the first mate will be on hand during the trip. Leaving a tip for a job well done is much appreciated.

This is a children-friendly charter, so you're welcome to bring your kids on for a fun fishing adventure.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Instigator Sportfishing.

Instigator Sportfishing runs angling trips out of Wanchese and offers to show you what the local fishery is all about.

Capt. George 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 and trolling. You're looking at 4 to 6-hour trips, where you'll usually go after the likes of Cobia, Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Little Tunny, and Dogfish, depending on the weather and time of year.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 33' Bertram boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers. This boat features 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.

You're welcome to keep all legal species caught during the trip.

Here to help you with anything you need, the first mate will be on hand during the trip. Leaving a tip for a job well done is much appreciated.

This is a children-friendly charter, so you're welcome to bring your kids on for a fun fishing adventure.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Instigator Sportfishing.

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Rating

5.0
16 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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Brett Edwards
Brett Edwards
Repeat angler
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Virginia, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
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5.0
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New
it was a great trip.
Half Day Trip (Mid- Day) on June 5, 20262 adults2 children
The captain and crew where great! We caught plenty of fish and got them cleaned at the dock. I would highly recommend booking! my son and niece had a blast!
Tim Neufer
Tim Neufer
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
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5.0
Verified
Too early in the season
Half Day Trip (Mid- Day) on April 24, 20266 adults
Philip Shook
Philip Shook
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing with George
Half Day (PM) (Late Start) on July 24, 20254 adults2 children
Captain informed us before going out the fishing was not good, but he and the mate made sure me and my family had a great time, would fish with them anytime.
Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Kate Stroud
Kate Stroud
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great Boat- Great Crew
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 29, 20254 adults2 children
We had a great day on the water catching fish! Kids and adults all had a great time!
Response from Captain
July 30, 2025
You all were a great group, and it was fun fishing with your family! I sure wish we could have hauled in that "sea monster" that was hooked up! Please look us up again the next time you are in town.
Russell Mellott
Russell Mellott
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
0
4.7
Verified
July fishing trip
Full Day Intermediate (8 Hours) on July 1, 20253 adults
Response from Captain
July 21, 2025
Thanks for fishing with us! We had a great time with your group!

Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Inshore 3 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 6 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $550
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 6 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (Mid- Day)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 10:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 6 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (12:30)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 6 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Nearshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 6 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Nearshore (AM) Late Morning
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 10:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 6 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Nearshore (PM) (Late Start)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 6 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Intermediate Trip (6 hr)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Intermediate (8 Hours)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 7 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

5.0
16 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (11)

All reviews (16)

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Showing 15 of 16 reviews
Brett Edwards
Brett Edwards
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
it was a great trip.
Half Day Trip (Mid- Day) on June 5, 20262 adults2 children
The captain and crew where great! We caught plenty of fish and got them cleaned at the dock. I would highly recommend booking! my son and niece had a blast!
Tim Neufer
Tim Neufer
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Too early in the season
Half Day Trip (Mid- Day) on April 24, 20266 adults
Philip Shook
Philip Shook
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing with George
Half Day (PM) (Late Start) on July 24, 20254 adults2 children
Captain informed us before going out the fishing was not good, but he and the mate made sure me and my family had a great time, would fish with them anytime.
Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Kate Stroud
Kate Stroud
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great Boat- Great Crew
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 29, 20254 adults2 children
We had a great day on the water catching fish! Kids and adults all had a great time!
Response from Captain
July 30, 2025
You all were a great group, and it was fun fishing with your family! I sure wish we could have hauled in that "sea monster" that was hooked up! Please look us up again the next time you are in town.
Russell Mellott
Russell Mellott
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
0
4.7
Verified
July fishing trip
Full Day Intermediate (8 Hours) on July 1, 20253 adults
Response from Captain
July 21, 2025
Thanks for fishing with us! We had a great time with your group!

FAQs about Instigator Sportfishing

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
33 ft
Year built
1985
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Bertram
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
2 x 320HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots
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