Salty Affairs Sportfishing 

4.9/5 (20 reviews)
 Newport River Pier and Ramp, Morehead City, NC 28516, United States

Salty Affairs Sportfishing 

Morehead City, NC, United States
24 ft
4
4.9/5 (20 reviews)

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Excited to catch some fish in Morehead City? Salty Affairs Sportfishing is here to make it happen! Your guide for the day is Captain Joey Vickers, offering years of sportfishing experience.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Vermilion Snapper, Black Seabass, Spanish Mackerel, Gray Triggerfish, and plenty more. You can expect to do some spinning, trolling, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Trips can be hands-on or laid back depending on your preference

You'll find yourself aboard a 24' Center console with a capacity for 4 passengers. It has outriggers and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, rigged baits, as well as lures.

A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. It's customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation. There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

Salty Affairs Sportfishing welcomes kids aboard, so get 'em offline and onto the water! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available. Don't leave home without snacks, drinks, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with Salty Affairs Sportfishing!

Excited to catch some fish in Morehead City? Salty Affairs Sportfishing is here to make it happen! Your guide for the day is Captain Joey Vickers, offering years of sportfishing experience.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Vermilion Snapper, Black Seabass, Spanish Mackerel, Gray Triggerfish, and plenty more. You can expect to do some spinning, trolling, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Trips can be hands-on or laid back depending on your preference

You'll find yourself aboard a 24' Center console with a capacity for 4 passengers. It has outriggers and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, rigged baits, as well as lures.

A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. It's customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation. There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

Salty Affairs Sportfishing welcomes kids aboard, so get 'em offline and onto the water! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available. Don't leave home without snacks, drinks, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with Salty Affairs Sportfishing!

Joseph Vickers
Captain
Joseph Vickers
6 years of experience
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responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Nearshore am
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
US $460
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 hr near shore trip- pm
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 11:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bonito
+1
US $460
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6hr midshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
+1
US $675
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 hr offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
Spanish Mackerel
+2
US $915
Entire boat: up to 4 people
12 hr gulfstream
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Wahoo
Seabass (Black)
+3
US $1,325
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.9
20 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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Natalie Thornton
Natalie Thornton
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Spring Break fun
4 hr near shore trip- pm on April 21, 20254 adults

A quick family getaway made better in every way by Capt Joey and Randy! They made sure we stayed in the fish and saw different parts of the islands! The boat was smooth, well equipped and clean! Our kids had a blast!

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Erica Kelly
Erica Kelly
us
Mississippi, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great trip!
6hr midshore on June 4, 20253 adults

Both guys went above and beyond to try and find some fish for my son. We had a great day, we did catch some trigger fish and snapper! Overall great experience and I would book again!

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Joseph Vickers
Response from Captain

Thank you guys for fishing with us today. Yall were a great crew, and next time we're loading the cooler, and will have a pre trip talk with the conservationist.

Scott Collins
Scott Collins
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Awesome trip
6hr midshore on June 3, 20252 adults

Means my some did the 6 hour trip. It was awesome we caught our limit on several different fish. The captain and mate was really good with us. I would highly recommend them.

Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
David Salzer
David Salzer
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Near shore fishing trip
4 hr near shore trip- pm on May 20, 20251 adult

1st quided fishing trip at the Crystal Coast! I lucked out in being the only customer today. Jo did a great job and we caught a lot of Spanish Mackerel. I am recommending this guide.

Reported catch:
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Jason Muscus
Jason Muscus
us
Oregon, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
What a great time!
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore on June 11, 20241 adult

Captain Joey was great on this trip. He knew what he was doing, and knew where the right places to go were. He made sure I caught the exact fish I was hoping to catch, 5 of them in fact! We even stayed out an extra hour because we were having so much fun. If I'm ever back in the area I will definitely book with him again

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Spanish Mackerel

FAQs about Salty Affairs Sportfishing

Salty Affairs Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $460 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore am (4 hours)
  • US $460 per group - 4 hr near shore trip- pm (4 hours)
  • US $675 per group - 6hr midshore (6 hours)
  • US $915 per group - 8 hr offshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,325 per group - 12 hr gulfstream (12 hours)
When you book a trip with Salty Affairs Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Salty Affairs Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Salty Affairs Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Salty Affairs Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with Salty Affairs Sportfishing include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Joseph Vickers
Joseph Vickers
Joseph Vickers

Morehead City, North Carolina, United States

4 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
20 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2023

I grew up in South Florida and have been fishing since I can remember. Started out fishing in the river with my dad and friend every day I could, which turned into fishing before work for the early morning bite. I then got a taste of the blue water and was hooked. Moved to NC when I was stationed here at Camp Lejeune. After a couple of years away we moved back to the coast in 2020 and I purchased my boat. I made a lot of friends fishing and learned from several charter captains about fishing in NC. I'm pretty much a kid on Christmas morning every time I know I'm going out, and love sharing the thrill, excitement, and memories made when that reel goes off and that fish comes in the boat.

4 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
20 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2023

I grew up in South Florida and have been fishing since I can remember. Started out fishing in the river with my dad and friend every day I could, which turned into fishing before work for the early morning bite. I then got a taste of the blue water and was hooked. Moved to NC when I was stationed here at Camp Lejeune. After a couple of years away we moved back to the coast in 2020 and I purchased my boat. I made a lot of friends fishing and learned from several charter captains about fishing in NC. I'm pretty much a kid on Christmas morning every time I know I'm going out, and love sharing the thrill, excitement, and memories made when that reel goes off and that fish comes in the boat.

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel

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
24 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
BullsBay
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Outriggers
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
First mate
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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
All children are welcome
You keep catch

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

What’s biting in Morehead City right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
WahooWahoo

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