Specializing in 2 client trips

The video clip is from the 2023 tarpon season. 
I’ve been USCG Licensed since 1992 and have vast experience helping clients catch different species in three states.

Winyah Bay is a diverse fishery covering 520,000 acres. The Bay is fed by four major river systems: the Black, Sampit, Waccamaw and Pee Dee.

These waters are known for Redfish ( bull reds ), Bull Shark, Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Thresher Shark, Tarpon, and more . Top quality spinning gear is provided for all redfish and tarpon fishing.
Tarpon fishing requires patience and tremendous skill if hooked up with a silver king. This isn’t Florida tarpon fishing. It’s a major accomplishment to hook up and land a Winyah Bay Tarpon.  We have a good run of BIG TARPON. I’m second to none when it comes to fishing for these giants in Winyah Bay. That said bring patience and a positive attitude if booking a tarpon trip.

There is a Yeti soft side cooler with ice onboard for your beverages and food. ( BRING plenty of water or re-hydrating sport drinks. Soft drinks with sugar are not recommended in hot weather. Alcohol is NOT allowed .

Your excursion begins aboard a 19’ Mako center console that holds up to 2 passengers. The Classic Mako is a deep hull design proven to be seaworthy and safe.  Google classic Mako boats to read the build quality of Mako boats BEFORE they were bought out by Tracker Marine in 1992.  You’ll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures and fresh mullet for big drum ( redfish ) I’m in constant contact with another local guide who is a great friend and one of the most seasoned,  respected guides in the industry. This puts odds in your favor for a great day of fishing.

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  • Private trip
    Veterans & First Responders
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1
    $400
    Bull red trip Veterans, active military, law enforcement, Fire fighters, ALL first responders. $100.00 discount applied Start time will be adjusted to tides
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
  • Private trip
    2 consecutive days Bull Reds
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Nov 1
    $450
    2 clients only 2 consecutive days for rate of $450.00 per day Start time will be adjusted to tide and best bite. Will NOT be 8:00 am
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
  • Private trip
    Bull red trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Nov 1
    $500
    Start times will usually be coincide with tide and best bite. Seldom will 8:00 am be the start time
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
  • Private trip
    Shark
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Sep 1
    $500
    Targeting only sharks. Bull, Blacktip, Sandbar, Bonnethead are most common. Size varies a lot. Start times are determined by tide and seldom will be 8:00 am
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    6 hour trip - 2 adults + 1 child
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Nov 1
    $600
    2 adults plus one child or 1 adult and 2 children Start time will coincide with tide and best bite. Seldom will 8:00 am be the start time
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
  • Private trip
    Tarpon only
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Sep 1
    $600
    2 clients We'll target tarpon. Tarpon are seasonal. MESSAGE ME BEFORE BOOKING THIS TRIP AS TO whether tarpon are currently present. They are difficult to catch, not impossible. We have a really good tarpon run but this isn't Florida tarpon fishing. Our tarpon are big, in shallow water with a zillion mullet and lots of big bull sharks. It's a major accomplishment to catch a Winyah Bay Tarpon. Bring a good attitude and patience. Start times will be determined by tide. Rarely will it be 8:00 am
    Targeted fish
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
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FAQs about Specializing in 2 client trips

Specializing in 2 client trips offers the following trips to customers:
  • $400 per group - Veterans & First Responders (6 hours)
  • $450 per day per group - 2 consecutive days Bull Reds (6 hours)
  • $500 per group - Bull red trip (6 hours)
  • $500 per group - Shark (6 hours)
  • $600 per group - 6 hour trip - 2 adults + 1 child (6 hours)
  • $600 per group - Tarpon only (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Specializing in 2 client trips, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor

Trips booked with Specializing in 2 client trips include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (I have all spinning tackle rigged and ready)
  • Lures (plus fresh mullet for drum fishing is included)
  • Fishing License (No fishing license required while on my boat)

Specializing in 2 client trips offers the following type of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing

Specializing in 2 client trips offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Popping

Top targeted fish species with Specializing in 2 client trips include:
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Mike Coley
Georgetown, South Carolina, United States
13 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
6 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2023
Capt. Mike runs trips out of Georgetown aboard a 19’ Mako center console. These waters are known for Redfish and Sharks and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're popping or bottom fishing. 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!
Our Team
Mike C.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Redfish Redfish
Shark (Bull) Bull Shark
Tarpon Tarpon

Boat specs

Mako (Center console) originally built in 1990, and restored in 2017. Powered by a 150HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 42 knots.

Length
19 ft
Capacity
2 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Popping

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
I have all spinning tackle rigged and ready
Lures
plus fresh mullet for drum fishing is included
Fishing License
No fishing license required while on my boat

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No Smoking
No Alcohol
Catch and Release Mandatory
No fish of any species is kept

Payment

Pay online in full

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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

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Recent fishing reports

Last chance in 2023
Last chance in 2023
November 13, 2023
Still some open days between now and November 24th for bull reds. I shut down guiding for the year and start up May 5th 2024.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 6 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (7)
2 Huge bull shark
Donated trip by Captain Mike for Star City Whitetails
Donated trip by Captain Mike for Star City Whitetails
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Michael E.
Conway, SC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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We had a great day- thanks Mike!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip - 3 people on August 12, 2023
We had a hot day with challenging conditions but Mike took care of us and we had a fun day. Thank you for teaching us about...
Michael E. recommends Specializing in 2 client trips
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Michael S.
Campobello, SC
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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2 Huge bull shark

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip -2 person trip on August 22, 2023
Captain Mike put us on where a lot of tarpon were at but nothing biting but 1 stringray, 1 Gar, and 2 Huge Bull sharks. Hot...
Michael S. recommends Specializing in 2 client trips
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Davy P.
Ashburn, Virginia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Donated trip by Captain Mike for Star City Whitetails

6 Hour Trip - 3 people on September 14, 2022
Captain Mike donated a fishing trip for a youth and family in a photo contest hosted by Star Coty Whitetails in SW Virginia....
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John S.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with captain Mike

6 Hour Trip - 3 people on September 6, 2022
Real good time.  Redfish, sea trout, and tarpon.Had a monsterTarpon on but the fish sheared the line. Lots of fish —going...
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Justin G.
Pelzer, South Carolina
Excellent
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Crew
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6 Hour Trip - 3 people on October 14, 2022
We’ve been able to fish for multiple species, with great conversation.  I highly recommend a day on the water with Captain...
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