Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters – Oriental 

5.0/5 (27 reviews)
 Midyette Street 301, Oriental, NC 28571, United States

Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters – Oriental 

Oriental, NC, United States
23 ft
4
5.0/5 (27 reviews)

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If you're ready to experience fishing in Oriental, book a trip with Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters. With Captain Dave at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Redfish, Tarpon, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Striped Bass, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Black Drum, Sheepshead, and whatever else is biting. On these trips, it's common to spin or even cast a popping cork using light tackle. Capt. Dave also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Planning a family adventure? 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 stomach!

You'll find yourself aboard a 2025 Parker 23SE, a 23' center console that can carry up to 4 fishing passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain. It's never a bad idea to bring bottled water, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters.

If you're ready to experience fishing in Oriental, book a trip with Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters. With Captain Dave at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Redfish, Tarpon, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Striped Bass, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Black Drum, Sheepshead, and whatever else is biting. On these trips, it's common to spin or even cast a popping cork using light tackle. Capt. Dave also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Planning a family adventure? 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 stomach!

You'll find yourself aboard a 2025 Parker 23SE, a 23' center console that can carry up to 4 fishing passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain. It's never a bad idea to bring bottled water, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters.

Captain Dave Hegel
Captain
Captain Dave Hegel
43 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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3 Hour Trip – Neuse River & Pamlico
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 15 - Jul 31
Tarpon
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
+6
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Neuse River Winter Fishing (copy)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 15 - Mar 31
Bass (Striped)
Redfish
Speckled Trout
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip – Fly Fishing
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 15 - Jul 31
Tarpon
Bass (Striped)
Redfish
Speckled Trout
US $750
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip – Neuse River & Pamlico
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 15 - Jul 31
Tarpon
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
+6
US $750
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip – Trophy Redfish/Tarpon
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Oct 30
Tarpon
Redfish
US $750
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Neuse River Winter Fishing
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 15 - Mar 31
Bass (Striped)
Redfish
Speckled Trout
US $750
Entire boat: up to 3 people
8 Hour Trip – Fly Fishing
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 15 - Jul 31
Tarpon
Bass (Striped)
Redfish
Speckled Trout
US $900
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip – Neuse River & Pamlico
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Tarpon
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
+6
US $900
Entire boat: up to 3 people
8 Hour Trip – Trophy Redfish/Tarpon
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Oct 30
Tarpon
Redfish
US $900
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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5.0
27 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Demetri Dascalakis
Demetri Dascalakis
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2020
7 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Captain
6 Hour Trip – Neuse River & Pamlico on June 15, 20262 adults

Captain Dave took us around multiple areas. He is an interesting person and we enjoyed our morning. Sadly, the fish weren’t biting but he did all he could to find them. We will use him again.

Captain Dave Hegel
Response from Captain

Too Kind, I appreciate your kind words considering such a difficult bite. Super people! ☠️🏴‍☠️🎣. Thank you!!!

DANIEL MURPHY
DANIEL MURPHY
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2018
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Great captain
6 Hour Trip – Trophy Redfish/Tarpon on August 23, 20253 adults

Captain Dave is a super cool guy, we had a great time. Good conversation and caught the fish of a lifetime. Highly recommended A+

Reported catch:
Redfish
Captain Dave Hegel
Response from Captain

Had a ball today! Epic fish, so happy for you guys! Thanks for the kind words! 🏴‍☠️☠️🎣

Michael Pincus
Michael Pincus
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
Verified
BIG trophy Red Fish
8 Hour Trip – Trophy Redfish/Tarpon on September 23, 20254 adults

Great day on the water. Fun captain. Everyone had a great time Caught some huge(trophy size) drum

Reported catch:
Redfish
Captain Dave Hegel
Response from Captain

Super Crew!!! Really fun day! Thank You!!!! ☠️🏴‍☠️🎣

Steven Andrews
Steven Andrews
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Afternoon trip turns late night fight with a old drum
Trophy Bull Drum Evening Trip on September 16, 20232 adults

Excellent trip overall. Would recommend. Our trip took place on a day where we had Dave put us on every bait ball we could find. Stayed committed to finding the older red drum with every strategy in the book. Hooked on at 7:34 and we fought one large fish until 9:40. Dave was extremely helpful, knowledgeable and patient to help us land the fish. Fish came in but outsmarted our man. I’ve never seen such thick line break but guess that’s what happens after a 2:06 hr fight and a few runs around structure, the boat, motor. Hope to fish with Dave again soon! Fishing in Oriental was nothing like I’ve ever done and I’m saltwater fishing 30+ weeks per year.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Doug Sexton
Doug Sexton
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2021
5.0
THE guide
6 Hour Trip – Trophy Redfish/Tarpon on July 14, 2023

This dude knows his stuff. Fishing was great, but beyond that I would say his company is fantastic. Certainly the kind of guy that I'd like to have a couple of beers with. Real personable and friendly - and I've fished with many guides I can't say the same about. Dave knows the fishing but also knows the entire area and history well. Real conversational and talkative. I would take a group of guys out to fish with him again, or even take my young kids as I know he would be great with them, teaching and displaying patience. Can't recommend him highly enough. We'll be back.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Captain Dave Hegel
Response from Captain

You’re too kind sir! Always a pleasure to have you on the water! Capt. Dave 🏴‍☠️☠️🎣

FAQs about Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters – Oriental

Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters – Oriental offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Neuse River & Pamlico (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Neuse River Winter Fishing (copy) (3 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Fly Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Neuse River & Pamlico (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Trophy Redfish/Tarpon (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Neuse River Winter Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Fly Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Neuse River & Pamlico (8 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Trophy Redfish/Tarpon (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters – Oriental, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet PortaPotty
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters – Oriental include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We use both artificial & live bait. The method is selected based on recent productivity of catching, season and amount of anglers. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (NC has slot limits and doesn't allow for cleaning fish on the water or at the ramp. If it's an issue, we can discuss cleaning options.)
  • Fishing license (Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters purchases from NC a blanket license. You're cover on our vessel! )
Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters – Oriental offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Neuse River in New Bern down river to the Sound. Seasonally we do offer 'near shore' trips out of Beaufort, NC. )
  • Flats fishing
Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters – Oriental offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters – Oriental include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Captain Dave Hegel
Captain Dave Hegel
Captain Dave Hegel

Oriental, North Carolina, United States

13 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
33 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2023
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Capt. Dave grew up in his father's boat dealership in Charleston, SC. For the last 40 years, Dave worked at various outboard and boat companies and fished all over the world with famous anglers. Dave has fished Eastern NC since 1983.

13 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
33 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2023
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Capt. Dave grew up in his father's boat dealership in Charleston, SC. For the last 40 years, Dave worked at various outboard and boat companies and fished all over the world with famous anglers. Dave has fished Eastern NC since 1983.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2025
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
52 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Neuse River in New Bern down river to the Sound. Seasonally we do offer 'near shore' trips out of Beaufort, NC.
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
PortaPotty
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We use both artificial & live bait. The method is selected based on recent productivity of catching, season and amount of anglers.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
NC has slot limits and doesn't allow for cleaning fish on the water or at the ramp. If it's an issue, we can discuss cleaning options.
Fishing license
Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters purchases from NC a blanket license. You're cover on our vessel!

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Happy to have children, under 13 per NC must wear a life vest. I'll adjust the trip to make sure kids have fun!
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Oriental right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Black DrumBlack Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
RedfishRedfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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