Cost of Living Sportfishing
Welcome to the Outer Banks! Cost of Living Sportfishing is ready to take your vacation to the next level! Offshore fishing is an experience like no other. Captain Zachary will be your guide, giving you access to years of sportfishing experience.
Book a trip with us as we target Yellowfin Tuna, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Wahoo, Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Sailfish, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Bluefish, Tilefish, Blackfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, and pretty much anything else that swims offshore of the outer banks. During the trip, you might be spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized such as kite fishing.
Cost of Living Sportfishing is a kid-friendly charter service, so bring the whole family! We love nothing more than bringing the smiles as kids crank on something as big as they are! We love to see the excitement kids bring.
You'll be welcomed aboard a fully refit, seakeeper equipped, 38' Bertram Offshore sportfisher. It has outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. There's a full bathroom with A/C, a sink, and a toilet on board. We are Coast Guard licensed to carry 6 or fewer passengers. This is in addition to the crew, which will consist of the Captain and First Mate.
Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, along with lures and any bait for the trip and any fish we catch are yours to keep.
You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish and make the most of your trip. Mates work hard to make your trip count. They also work for tips. 20% gratuity is customary and much appreciated.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time!
It's recommended to bring sunblock (non-spray if possible), any drink and snacks, and sunglasses.
Wouldn't you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Cost of Living Sportfishing. Lets go to the blue water
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (29)
+26Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
90%
Aug 6, 2025
Full Day Trip – Nearshore
Full day near shore
We booked a 10 hour near shore, sadly the week we came down we had some rough weather so couldn't get much past the inlet but did have a pretty good time fishing the inlet and sound. Zach and Noah were awesome with the kids. And the boat was in great shape and well kept. Nobody on the water caught much that day but we still managed a pretty good catch of blue and some Spanish mackerel. Along with plenty of Spanish a bit too small to keep.
We booked a 10 hour near shore, sadly the week we came down we had some rough weather so couldn't get much past the inlet but...
Captain replied
Apr 29, 2025
Full Day Trip – Nearshore
Awesome day out
Weather was awesome and the fishing was even better. Zack and Tanner were amazing at what they do and open to sharing the knowledge. We all had fun and my 8 year son loved the attention and the fish, said "it's the best day ever". Wanted some drum but they were hiding out and didn't want to play, the mackerel and the blue were plenty of fun.
Weather was awesome and the fishing was even better. Zack and Tanner were amazing at what they do and open to sharing the knowledge....
Captain replied
Jun 11, 2024
Full Day Trip – Offshore
Wow what a great time!
If you want to book an offshore we definitely recommend you book with Captain Zack and Cost of living Charters! Zack and his first mate Noah was so laid back and made the trip so much fun. We started out on Dolphin, then we got into the tuna. Hooked a monster shark the the five of us fought to get it to the boat. We then got into the Jack and caught them to we couldn’t fight anymore. We will definitely book with Cost of living Charters again. One of the funniest days we have ever had!
If you want to book an offshore we definitely recommend you book with Captain Zack and Cost of living Charters! Zack and his first...
Captain replied
Jun 15, 2024
Full Day Trip – Nearshore
Great trip!!
It was a tough day for the fish we wanted, but overall a great trip! First mate was outstanding and the captain wasn’t too shabby his self. I would definitely recommend this trip for anyone wanting to relax and enjoy a day on the water
It was a tough day for the fish we wanted, but overall a great trip! First mate was outstanding and the captain wasn’t too shabby...
Captain replied
May 24, 2024
Full Day Trip – Offshore
May fishing trip
It was my first time offshore fishing, definitely making plans for future vacations
It was my first time offshore fishing, definitely making plans for future vacations
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (29)
+26Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
90%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Full day near shore
Full Day Trip – Nearshore on August 6, 2025
We booked a 10 hour near shore, sadly the week we came down we had some rough weather so couldn't get much past the inlet but did have a pretty good time fishing the inlet and sound. Zach and Noah were awesome with the kids. And the boat was in great shape and well kept. Nobody on the water caught much that day but we still managed a pretty good catch of blue and some Spanish mackerel. Along with plenty of Spanish a bit too small to keep.
We booked a 10 hour near shore, sadly the week we came down we had some rough weather so couldn't get much past the inlet but did have a pretty good time fishing the inlet and sound. Zach and Noah were awesome with the kids. And the boat was in great shape and well kept. Nobody on the water caught much that day but we still managed a pretty good catch of blue and some Spanish mackerel. Along with plenty of Spanish a bit too small to keep.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Awesome day out
Full Day Trip – Nearshore on April 29, 2025
Weather was awesome and the fishing was even better. Zack and Tanner were amazing at what they do and open to sharing the knowledge. We all had fun and my 8 year son loved the attention and the fish, said "it's the best day ever". Wanted some drum but they were hiding out and didn't want to play, the mackerel and the blue were plenty of fun.
Weather was awesome and the fishing was even better. Zack and Tanner were amazing at what they do and open to sharing the knowledge. We all had fun and my 8 year son loved the attention and the fish, said "it's the best day ever". Wanted some drum but they were hiding out and didn't want to play, the mackerel and the blue were plenty of fun.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Wow what a great time!
Full Day Trip – Offshore on June 11, 2024
If you want to book an offshore we definitely recommend you book with Captain Zack and Cost of living Charters! Zack and his first mate Noah was so laid back and made the trip so much fun. We started out on Dolphin, then we got into the tuna. Hooked a monster shark the the five of us fought to get it to the boat. We then got into the Jack and caught them to we couldn’t fight anymore. We will definitely book with Cost of living Charters again. One of the funniest days we have ever had!
If you want to book an offshore we definitely recommend you book with Captain Zack and Cost of living Charters! Zack and his first mate Noah was so laid back and made the trip so much fun. We started out on Dolphin, then we got into the tuna. Hooked a monster shark the the five of us fought to get it to the boat. We then got into the Jack and caught them to we couldn’t fight anymore. We will definitely book with Cost of living Charters again. One of the funniest days we have ever had!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great trip!!
Full Day Trip – Nearshore on June 15, 2024
It was a tough day for the fish we wanted, but overall a great trip! First mate was outstanding and the captain wasn’t too shabby his self. I would definitely recommend this trip for anyone wanting to relax and enjoy a day on the water
It was a tough day for the fish we wanted, but overall a great trip! First mate was outstanding and the captain wasn’t too shabby his self. I would definitely recommend this trip for anyone wanting to relax and enjoy a day on the water
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
May fishing trip
Full Day Trip – Offshore on May 24, 2024
It was my first time offshore fishing, definitely making plans for future vacations
It was my first time offshore fishing, definitely making plans for future vacations
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