Captain Joe's Charter 

4.9/5 (16 reviews)
 405 Evans Street , Morehead City, NC 28557, United States

Captain Joe's Charter 

4.9/5 (16 reviews)
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405 Evans Street
Morehead City, NC, United States

If you're ready to love fishing in Morehead City, look no further than Captain Joe's Charter. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Joe can tell you all about the local fishery.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Snowy Grouper, Atlantic Mackerel, Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Sailfish, Swordfish, Gray Triggerfish, Blackfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, and who knows what else! On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using heavy tackle. Any fish you catch are yours to take with you, provided they're legal to keep.

Capt. Joe runs a 65' Offshore sport fishing with room for 8 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Joe
will supply rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is included, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate, who's there to help you fish and keep everyone safe on board. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 15%–20% gratuity is customary and much appreciated.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Have in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain. Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly! It's recommended to bring sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Captain Joe's Charter!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 16 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (10)

Great Captain and Crew!
Great Captain and Crew!
Awesome experience
+7

Angler rating

14
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

78%

Appropriate for children

88%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

89%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

100%

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Nicholas T.
Nicholas T.
4.0/5

Jul 2, 2025

Full Day Trip – Offshore

Great Captain and Crew!

VERIFIED

These guys are top notch and their business is finding you fish! They were pros with pro equipment, friendly, helpful and knowledgable. They were super nice and easy going. The only con on this trip was that the air conditioned cabin stunk like sewage for the first half of the trip but the great captain and crew figured out a work around. I would recommend the owner get that taken care of. Other than that, top notch! We would go again!

These guys are top notch and their business is finding you fish! They were pros with pro equipment, friendly, helpful and knowledgable....  

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Melissa H.
Melissa H.
5.0/5

May 16, 2025

Full Day Trip – Offshore

A great day with family and friends!

VERIFIED

Everything was good from start to finish, booking, pre-trip communication, directions, instructions, boat, crew and more. And yes we caught fish!

Everything was good from start to finish, booking, pre-trip communication, directions, instructions, boat, crew and more. And...  

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Replied on May 17, 2025
Glad you enjoyed the boat and Doc found fish.

Greg Z.
Greg Z.
5.0/5

Jun 1, 2025

Full Day Trip – Offshore

Awesome experience

VERIFIED

The captain and crew are top notch. Made the trip a memorable experience for myself and my boys

The captain and crew are top notch. Made the trip a memorable experience for myself and my boys  

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Replied on June 2, 2025
Glad you had a great experience.

Christine D.
Christine D.
5.0/5

Jul 3, 2024

Full Day Trip – Offshore

Great Family Fun

VERIFIED

I’m sure our experience was different than it would be for a different group of people….Our ages range from 14-80, and our levels of fishing experience was just as broad, but everyone had a great time! We had a slow day, but we all still got one time with a fish. The crew was professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. There was plenty of seating inside and outside of the cabin. It was clean and very comfortable. I definitely recommend.

I’m sure our experience was different than it would be for a different group of people….Our ages range from 14-80, and our levels...  

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Replied on July 11, 2024
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Brian C.
Brian C.

New Bern, NC

5.0/5

Mar 2, 2023

Dinner Cruise

Dinner Cruise on the April Mae

VERIFIED

What an experience! Captain and crew were top notch even before stepping on the boat. THey helped everyone in the party onto and off of the boat and were quick to put out non-skid mats dockside so no one would slip. While on the cruise to 34 Degrees North the crew was quick to point out the wild horses on the banks of the waterway with penty of time for pictures. The ride was very smooth and stable. The boat is very well appointed and you can see it is very well maintained and clean. Coming back in the dark was not a worry since the boat has all of the latest electronics including night vision. Once tied back up in the slip we were not hurried off the boat since there was still time left on the charter allowing our party to have a night-cap cocktail to finish off a very enjoyable experience. We will be doing this again on the April Mae!

What an experience! Captain and crew were top notch even before stepping on the boat. THey helped everyone in the party onto...  

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Trip availability and prices

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Full Day Trip – Offshore
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US $3,250 
Entire boat: up to 8 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 16 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (10)

Great Captain and Crew!
Great Captain and Crew!
Awesome experience
+7

Angler rating

14
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

78%

Appropriate for children

88%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

89%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews
Showing: 5 of 16 reviews
Nicholas T.
Nicholas T.
4.0/5

Experience:

3.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

4.0/5

Overall

Great Captain and Crew!

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip – Offshore on July 2, 2025

These guys are top notch and their business is finding you fish! They were pros with pro equipment, friendly, helpful and knowledgable. They were super nice and easy going. The only con on this trip was that the air conditioned cabin stunk like sewage for the first half of the trip but the great captain and crew figured out a work around. I would recommend the owner get that taken care of. Other than that, top notch! We would go again!

These guys are top notch and their business is finding you fish! They were pros with pro equipment, friendly, helpful and knowledgable. They were super nice and easy going. The only con on this trip was that the air conditioned cabin stunk like sewage for the first half of the trip but the great captain and crew figured out a work around. I would recommend the owner get that taken care of. Other than that, top notch! We would go again!  

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Melissa H.
Melissa H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

A great day with family and friends!

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip – Offshore on May 16, 2025

Everything was good from start to finish, booking, pre-trip communication, directions, instructions, boat, crew and more. And yes we caught fish!

Everything was good from start to finish, booking, pre-trip communication, directions, instructions, boat, crew and more. And yes we caught fish!  

 Melissa H. recommends Captain Joe's Charter

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 17, 2025
Glad you enjoyed the boat and Doc found fish.

Greg Z.
Greg Z.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome experience

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip – Offshore on June 1, 2025

The captain and crew are top notch. Made the trip a memorable experience for myself and my boys

The captain and crew are top notch. Made the trip a memorable experience for myself and my boys  

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Replied on June 2, 2025
Glad you had a great experience.

Christine D.
Christine D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Family Fun

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip – Offshore on July 3, 2024

I’m sure our experience was different than it would be for a different group of people….Our ages range from 14-80, and our levels of fishing experience was just as broad, but everyone had a great time! We had a slow day, but we all still got one time with a fish. The crew was professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. There was plenty of seating inside and outside of the cabin. It was clean and very comfortable. I definitely recommend.

I’m sure our experience was different than it would be for a different group of people….Our ages range from 14-80, and our levels of fishing experience was just as broad, but everyone had a great time! We had a slow day, but we all still got one time with a fish. The crew was professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. There was plenty of seating inside and outside of the cabin. It was clean and very comfortable. I definitely recommend.  

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Replied on July 11, 2024
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Brian C.
Brian C.

New Bern, NC

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Dinner Cruise on the April Mae

VERIFIED

Dinner Cruise on March 2, 2023

What an experience! Captain and crew were top notch even before stepping on the boat. THey helped everyone in the party onto and off of the boat and were quick to put out non-skid mats dockside so no one would slip. While on the cruise to 34 Degrees North the crew was quick to point out the wild horses on the banks of the waterway with penty of time for pictures. The ride was very smooth and stable. The boat is very well appointed and you can see it is very well maintained and clean. Coming back in the dark was not a worry since the boat has all of the latest electronics including night vision. Once tied back up in the slip we were not hurried off the boat since there was still time left on the charter allowing our party to have a night-cap cocktail to finish off a very enjoyable experience. We will be doing this again on the April Mae!

What an experience! Captain and crew were top notch even before stepping on the boat. THey helped everyone in the party onto and off of the boat and were quick to put out non-skid mats dockside so no one would slip. While on the cruise to 34 Degrees North the crew was quick to point out the wild horses on the banks of the waterway with penty of time for pictures. The ride was very smooth and stable. The boat is very well appointed and you can see it is very well maintained and clean. Coming...  

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FAQs about Captain Joe's Charter

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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
8 persons
Boat length
65 ft
Year built
1998
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Hatteras
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Detroit Diesel
Powered by
2 x 1450HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots
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