Sea Jay Fishing Charters 

5.0/5 (87 reviews)
 4457 Mill Landing Road, Wanchese, NC 27981, United States

Sea Jay Fishing Charters 

5.0/5 (87)
 Angler's Choice
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4457 Mill Landing Road
Wanchese, NC, United States
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Looking to go fishing in Wanchese? Then, Sea Jay Fishing Charters has a trip with your name on it! With Captain Ryan at the helm of his 24’ Privateer you’re in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Enjoy a 4-hour morning or evening trip onboard with all bait and tackle supplied. No need to worry about experience. From beginner to advanced skills we will have a good time. Redfish, Speckled Trout, Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Whiting, Flounder, and more are in the cards if conditions are right. For these species, you’re likely to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

Your vessel for the day is a 24’ Privateer that holds up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. You’ll find rods,
reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures.

You can’t go wrong when you bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

Now and then, the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. So make it happen with Sea Jay Fishing Charters!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 87 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (116)

Ryan Tyler was a great captain
Great day on the water
Great day on the water
+113

Angler rating

85
2
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0
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

98%

Showing 1 - 5 of 87 reviews
Showing: 5 of 87 reviews
Jason N.
Jason N.
5.0/5

Jul 30, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

Absolutely the Best Charter Experience We’ve Had!

VERIFIED

We’ve been on several fishing charters over the years, but Sea Jay Fishing Charters with Captain Ryan stands out as the absolute best. From start to finish, the experience was top-notch. Captain Ryan clearly knows his stuff—he took us to all the right spots and made sure we were always in the action. We started the day catching our own bait fish, which was a fun and hands-on way to kick things off. After that, we moved on to targeting speckled trout and ended up with 14 beautiful fish—and yes, they were delicious! Ryan was knowledgeable, professional, and just a great guy to spend the day on the water with. If you’re looking for a memorable fishing trip with someone who truly knows how to put you on the fish, book with Sea Jay Charters. You won’t be disappointed!

We’ve been on several fishing charters over the years, but Sea Jay Fishing Charters with Captain Ryan stands out as the absolute...  

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Replied on July 31, 2025
Thank you guys again had a blast fishing with y’all!

Matthew P.
Matthew P.
5.0/5

Jul 9, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

Great day on the water

VERIFIED

Cpt Tyler grew up in the Wanchese area and knows the Sound very well. He's organic - as noncorporate as you can get. Our party included three generations - my father in law, my brother in law and my son in law. My SIL had never been on a fishing charter before. We had good success w/ speckled trout and caught our limit in the first hour - sometimes having 2 lines hitting at the same time. My FIL caught a nice drum. I've been on plenty of charters where we came back to the dock w/ an empty cooler. There is a processing service on the dock. They will send you home with filets for a reasonable fee. It was a great day.

Cpt Tyler grew up in the Wanchese area and knows the Sound very well. He's organic - as noncorporate as you can get. Our party...  

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Replied on July 13, 2025
Thank you guys I had a blast hope to see you all back again!

Cristin R.
Cristin R.
5.0/5

May 31, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

The Best Day Fishing I've Ever Had

VERIFIED

This was the most amazing trip. I booked this as a day out with my husband for our anniversary and I couldn't have asked for a better morning. The captain was well prepared, friendly, and funny. He took us to a great spot and helped guide us on where we should cast. We pulled in 3 blue fish, and a few string rays. He was on top keeping hooks baited and pulling fish, and sting rays, off the hooks for us. He even showed us how to best hold the fish so we don't catch and teeth or barbs. Then we headed to a second spot where we pulled in a black drum, and two red drum. He made sure everything was in the slot and made it into the boat. When we got back the fish was all cleaned and filleted for us to take home. Overall we had a great time and can't wait to book again.

This was the most amazing trip. I booked this as a day out with my husband for our anniversary and I couldn't have asked for a...  

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Replied on June 2, 2025
Thank you guys looking forward to next time!

Brad V.
Brad V.
5.0/5

Sep 2, 2025

3/4 Day Trip

Ryan Tyler was a great captain

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Ryan Tyler was a great captain show the two kids on our trip what they need to do and even then its late in the season and water was rough he still got us hooked up on fish very pleased with how It turned out thank you Ryan we will definitely book with you very summer we come down

Ryan Tyler was a great captain show the two kids on our trip what they need to do and even then its late in the season and water...  

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Replied on September 3, 2025
thanks guys again

Jackie W.
Jackie W.
5.0/5

Jun 27, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

A Must Do Adventure

VERIFIED

We went out at 7am for a 4 hour fishing trip. It was more than a great time spent. Ryan, the captain is a wealth of knowledge and great personality. We caught some fish and even had a time dealing with sharks. No, we didn’t catch one but there were several around us and it was close. If you want a little adventure and something that will truly provide great memories, look up Ryan at Sea Jay Fishing Charters out of Wanchese, NC.

We went out at 7am for a 4 hour fishing trip. It was more than a great time spent. Ryan, the captain is a wealth of knowledge...  

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Replied on June 27, 2025
Thank you guys so much had a great time on both trips hope to see you all back again!

Trip availability and prices

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2 hr evening trip
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2 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day inshore
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8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 87 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (116)

Ryan Tyler was a great captain
Great day on the water
Great day on the water
+113

Angler rating

85
2
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

98%

Showing 1 - 5 of 87 reviews
Showing: 5 of 87 reviews
Jason N.
Jason N.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Absolutely the Best Charter Experience We’ve Had!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on July 30, 2025

We’ve been on several fishing charters over the years, but Sea Jay Fishing Charters with Captain Ryan stands out as the absolute best. From start to finish, the experience was top-notch. Captain Ryan clearly knows his stuff—he took us to all the right spots and made sure we were always in the action. We started the day catching our own bait fish, which was a fun and hands-on way to kick things off. After that, we moved on to targeting speckled trout and ended up with 14 beautiful fish—and yes, they were delicious! Ryan was knowledgeable, professional, and just a great guy to spend the day on the water with. If you’re looking for a memorable fishing trip with someone who truly knows how to put you on the fish, book with Sea Jay Charters. You won’t be disappointed!

We’ve been on several fishing charters over the years, but Sea Jay Fishing Charters with Captain Ryan stands out as the absolute best. From start to finish, the experience was top-notch. Captain Ryan clearly knows his stuff—he took us to all the right spots and made sure we were always in the action. We started the day catching our own bait fish, which was a fun and hands-on way to kick things off. After that, we moved on to targeting speckled trout and ended up with 14 beautiful fish—and yes,...  

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Replied on July 31, 2025
Thank you guys again had a blast fishing with y’all!

Matthew P.
Matthew P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day on the water

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on July 9, 2025

Cpt Tyler grew up in the Wanchese area and knows the Sound very well. He's organic - as noncorporate as you can get. Our party included three generations - my father in law, my brother in law and my son in law. My SIL had never been on a fishing charter before. We had good success w/ speckled trout and caught our limit in the first hour - sometimes having 2 lines hitting at the same time. My FIL caught a nice drum. I've been on plenty of charters where we came back to the dock w/ an empty cooler. There is a processing service on the dock. They will send you home with filets for a reasonable fee. It was a great day.

Cpt Tyler grew up in the Wanchese area and knows the Sound very well. He's organic - as noncorporate as you can get. Our party included three generations - my father in law, my brother in law and my son in law. My SIL had never been on a fishing charter before. We had good success w/ speckled trout and caught our limit in the first hour - sometimes having 2 lines hitting at the same time. My FIL caught a nice drum. I've been on plenty of charters where we came back to the dock w/ an empty...  

 Matthew P. recommends Sea Jay Fishing Charters

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 13, 2025
Thank you guys I had a blast hope to see you all back again!

Cristin R.
Cristin R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

The Best Day Fishing I've Ever Had

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on May 31, 2025

This was the most amazing trip. I booked this as a day out with my husband for our anniversary and I couldn't have asked for a better morning. The captain was well prepared, friendly, and funny. He took us to a great spot and helped guide us on where we should cast. We pulled in 3 blue fish, and a few string rays. He was on top keeping hooks baited and pulling fish, and sting rays, off the hooks for us. He even showed us how to best hold the fish so we don't catch and teeth or barbs. Then we headed to a second spot where we pulled in a black drum, and two red drum. He made sure everything was in the slot and made it into the boat. When we got back the fish was all cleaned and filleted for us to take home. Overall we had a great time and can't wait to book again.

This was the most amazing trip. I booked this as a day out with my husband for our anniversary and I couldn't have asked for a better morning. The captain was well prepared, friendly, and funny. He took us to a great spot and helped guide us on where we should cast. We pulled in 3 blue fish, and a few string rays. He was on top keeping hooks baited and pulling fish, and sting rays, off the hooks for us. He even showed us how to best hold the fish so we don't catch and teeth or barbs. Then we...  

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Replied on June 2, 2025
Thank you guys looking forward to next time!

Brad V.
Brad V.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Ryan Tyler was a great captain

VERIFIED
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3/4 Day Trip on September 2, 2025

Ryan Tyler was a great captain show the two kids on our trip what they need to do and even then its late in the season and water was rough he still got us hooked up on fish very pleased with how It turned out thank you Ryan we will definitely book with you very summer we come down

Ryan Tyler was a great captain show the two kids on our trip what they need to do and even then its late in the season and water was rough he still got us hooked up on fish very pleased with how It turned out thank you Ryan we will definitely book with you very summer we come down  

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Replied on September 3, 2025
thanks guys again

Jackie W.
Jackie W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

A Must Do Adventure

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on June 27, 2025

We went out at 7am for a 4 hour fishing trip. It was more than a great time spent. Ryan, the captain is a wealth of knowledge and great personality. We caught some fish and even had a time dealing with sharks. No, we didn’t catch one but there were several around us and it was close. If you want a little adventure and something that will truly provide great memories, look up Ryan at Sea Jay Fishing Charters out of Wanchese, NC.

We went out at 7am for a 4 hour fishing trip. It was more than a great time spent. Ryan, the captain is a wealth of knowledge and great personality. We caught some fish and even had a time dealing with sharks. No, we didn’t catch one but there were several around us and it was close. If you want a little adventure and something that will truly provide great memories, look up Ryan at Sea Jay Fishing Charters out of Wanchese, NC.  

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Replied on June 27, 2025
Thank you guys so much had a great time on both trips hope to see you all back again!

FAQs about Sea Jay Fishing Charters

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
1981
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Privateer
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
24 knots
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