Top Water Charters
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Top Water Charters is all about fishing the stunning waters of Beaufort. Your guide for the day is Captain Tuggy, allowing you to benefit from years of sportfishing experience.
Depending on the season, you might hook into Amberjack, Bluefish, Bonito, Cobia, Gag Grouper, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, and who knows what else! You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are never a bad idea so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!
Your adventure begins aboard a 24 Pair Marine center console that can carry up to 4 passengers. It comes with downriggers and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.
There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.
It's never a bad idea to bring a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Top Water Charters.
Top Water Charters is all about fishing the stunning waters of Beaufort. Your guide for the day is Captain Tuggy, allowing you to benefit from years of sportfishing experience.
Depending on the season, you might hook into Amberjack, Bluefish, Bonito, Cobia, Gag Grouper, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, and who knows what else! You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are never a bad idea so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!
Your adventure begins aboard a 24 Pair Marine center console that can carry up to 4 passengers. It comes with downriggers and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.
There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.
It's never a bad idea to bring a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Top Water Charters.

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This is my 2nd time fishing with Captain Tuggy and it won’t be our last. I will say we will we see him again in the fall for some drum fishing!! This trip my dad and myself were just looking to have some fun and boy did we do that. We would have loved a cobia but the 30 plus bonito that we caught in less than 3 hours fishing was enough fun for us. If you are looking for a captain that will give it a 110% to satisfy his customer look no further you will not be disappointed!!! Thank you Captain Tuggy for the memories you have allowed me to make with my dad. My son is so excited to come fishing with us this fall!!!

Captain Tuggy was amazing. My wife and I had an absolute blast out on the water, even though it’s not the best time of year for hook ups, captain got us to catch a variety of species including Cobia, King Mackeral, Atlantic Shark, Blue Fish, Grouper. We tried various techniques from casting, bottom fishing, and trolling with large live baits. I would highly recommend him to anyone!

After receiving multiple recommendations about Top Water, I booked an afternoon drum charter. My wife, father, and I went out with Captain Taylor and had an incredible afternoon! He kept us updated on the anticipated weather conditions days in advance and arrived on time at the meeting location, Captain Taylor was very professional throughout the charter, taking the time to teach the technique and share his expertise of the fisheries. He also made sure that we were comfortable throughout the charter while on the water. The boat and equipment used was modern, clean, and in good working order. I would not hesitate to schedule a second trip for the guys or family!

If you want a captain that’s willing to do whatever to put you on the fish then look no further than Top Water Charters. Nobody is guaranteed to catch anything on any charter but if you want the best shot at a fish, give Capt. Tuggy Taylor a call, you will have an awesome time!
Great time with capt. Tuggy Taylor!! Highly recommend!

On the last day of Bull Drum, they were not being easy to find. But Captain Tuggy worked hard to find us something and as the day was about to end it was time to go in and BAM a nice 34" old drum. :) The weather was nice and being on the water was great.
We had a fun day on the water with Tuggy. We caught 11 fish with one weighing in at 30 pounds! Tuggy knows the local waters and where to find the fish. I Highly recommend him.

If you want an experienced Captian who is really great with his clients and knows where the fish are. I recommend Tuggy. He is very friendly, experienced, and hands-on with his clients. Will be on the first Captian to contact when we want another Charter. Me and my son had a great time.

Capt Tuggy put us on the fish!!! He was prepared for multiple options the day we fished and suggested what he thought would be the best option. Not long after we were hooked up. Having fished for a majority of my life, I was very impressed with Capt Tuggy’s knowledge of the water and fishery. Would highly suggest Top Water Charters to anyone looking for a great fishing experience.

