“Moana”- 55’ Buddy Cannady Custom

"Moana" was built by Outer Banks legend, Buddy Cannady. She is a well-appointed, 55 foot custom built sport fishing yacht boasting such amenities as a TV, CD player, refrigerator, and microwave. The salon is roomy and comfortable with clean restrooms, heated, and air-conditioned. But, let’s talk about the fishing! Captain Brad (aka- Bluefin Brad) is ready to put meat in the box or add another billfish flag to your collection. The "Moana" is stocked with the finest tackle allowing you options of light 20 lb stand up gear or 130 lb class rod & reel, and ample deck space to allow a stand up fight or seated in 1 of 3 fighting chairs. The "Moana" is equipped with the latest in navigational technology and fish finder electronics. For the safety of our passengers, we also have an E-PIRB device and commercial life raft. When you pair the technology with the experience and knowledge of Captain Brad and first mate Nick, you’ve got a winning combination for your trip out on the "Moana"!

We welcome children and first timers ans we will walk you thru the whole process.  We understand that it can be a little intimidating going offshore for the first time,  but rest assured you’re in good hands on the “Moana.”  We will make the day most enjoyable for the entire party.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    11 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,600
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Kite Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Swordfish
    Swordfish
    Tuna (Bluefin)
    Bluefin Tuna
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Tuna (Bigeye)
    Bigeye Tuna
    Tilefish
    Tilefish
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
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Experience
Excellent
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Great time.

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Offshore on October 14, 2023
The the Captain had us on the fish and his first mate made we got them in the boat. What a team!!!
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VERIFIED   June 23, 2023
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FAQs about “Moana”- 55’ Buddy Cannady Custom

“Moana”- 55’ Buddy Cannady Custom offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $2,600 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (11 hours)

When you book a trip with “Moana”- 55’ Buddy Cannady Custom, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS Garmin
  • Fishfinder Garmin
  • Bed 2 bunks and a V-berth
  • Flybridge
  • Kitchen Refrigerator and microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers Replaced 2024
  • Ice Box
  • Radar Furuno 2024

Trips booked with “Moana”- 55’ Buddy Cannady Custom include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Up to date equipment )
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Water is available)
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

“Moana”- 55’ Buddy Cannady Custom offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore Fishing (Gulfstream waters of the Atlantic Ocean)
  • Wreck Fishing

“Moana”- 55’ Buddy Cannady Custom offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with “Moana”- 55’ Buddy Cannady Custom include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Swordfish
  • Tilefish
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Brad Ward
Nags Head, North Carolina, United States
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2 Customer reviews
Member since April 2023
Capt. Brad runs charters out of the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center. He started running the Gal-O-Mine then upgraded to the Moana, which used to carry the name Skirt Chaser before he acquired it. These waters are known for Marlin and Tuna and he will show you how to catch them. With great knowledge of the area, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin
Marlin (White) White Marlin
Sailfish Sailfish

What the boat is like

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
55 ft
Year built
1992
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Buddy Cannady
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
1 x 1150HP
Max cruising speed
29 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Offshore Fishing
Gulfstream waters of the Atlantic Ocean
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Garmin
Fishfinder
Garmin
Bed
2 bunks and a V-berth

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Up to date equipment
Lures
Drinks
Water is available
First Mate
Fishing License

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Guest keep all of their catch.
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible
Our Crew is available to accomodate

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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