Sandy Bottom Charters OBX
5.0/5 (33 reviews)
1205 North Highway, Manteo, NC 27954, United States–
Sandy Bottom Charters OBX
5.0/5 (33)
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Angler's Choice
1205 North Highway
Manteo, NC, United States
Book your next trip with Sandy Bottom Charters OBX and find out what keeps anglers coming back to Manteo for more. Captain Christopher will be your guide, allowing you to benefit from years of local experience. Visit my website for more trip info.
Species like Speckled Trout, Amberjack, Striped Bass, Bluefish, Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Flounder, Redfish, Black Seabass, Blacktip Shark, Sheepshead, Spadefish, and more can be found in these waters if you cast your line at the right time of year. You can expect to do some spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Christopher also offers Flounder gigging.
Capt. Christopher welcomes anglers of all ages, including kids, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!
You'll be welcome aboard a 25' C-Hawk center console with a capacity for 4 passengers. It has outriggers and all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included.
Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.
Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen. There will be some drinks on offer. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Your trip with Sandy Bottom Charters OBX is just a click away, so why not make it happen?
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Drinks
Child friendly
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Drinks
Child friendly
Rating
5.0
33 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (29)
What anglers say
100%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish
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Jaci Fish
Virginia, US
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Member since 2025
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Sandy Bottom Charters OBX - Week of 4th of July
4 Hour Trip on June 30, 2025 • 3 adults
Cannot say enough good things about Captain Chris. He made our charter very memorable and I had a great experience with my sons. Initially we didn't have any luck fishing from drum, but Captain Chris made sure that caught plenty of fish and both of my sons caught their fill of Spanish Mackerel and blue fish. Captain Chris was positive, upbeat, and made the hole expedition enjoyable, he also gave us a great fish taco recipe, but I'm afraid you'll have to get that from the captain himself. Would highly recommend.
Kris Buchman
Maryland, US
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Member since 2026
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5.0
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New
Awesome adventure
2 Hour Trip – Fishing&Sunset Cruise on May 23, 2026 • 2 adults
Slow bite but Captain Chris took me and my boys on an awesome adventure. It was a great day on the water.
Reported catch:
Kevin Sweeney
Repeat angler
New Jersey, US
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Member since 2024
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3 trips
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5.0
Verified
Great time had by all
6 Hour Trip on August 5, 2025 • 3 adults
Went out with my brother my brother in law and my cousin all of whom had little to no experience fishing. Chris was patient and respectful with them while teaching them how to do some basic things and some more advanced techniques. Got us on some fish, and almost limited on trout, but we wanted to get out and fish for reds last hour. Great trip would recommend this charter to anybody that wants to have relaxed fun fishing.
Reported catch:
Dan Spradling
Virginia, US
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Member since 2025
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5.0
Verified
Great time
2 Hour Trip – Fishing&Sunset Cruise on July 11, 2025 • 2 adults • 2 children
Couldn’t have asked for a better trip. The kids got to experience catching their first sea fish. Captain Chris was friendly and knowledgeable as well as accommodating. Weather changed our original trip pushing it off a day but Captain Chris made sure the time worked out for us and still found us fish. We had a great time.
Reported catch:
Naveen Kumar Sandhanam
Virginia, US
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Member since 2025
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5.0
Verified
We booked a 2-hour boat rental for a quick fishing trip with the kids, and it turned out to be a fantastic little adventure!
2 Hour Trip – Fishing&Sunset Cruise on June 20, 2025 • 2 adults • 2 children
The charter boat was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped for a short inshore trip. The captain was friendly, knowledgeable, and fantastic with the kids. He helped bait hooks, untangle lines, and cheered on every catch. The kids were thrilled to catch fish on their own, and the light tackle made even small catches feel exciting.
Response from Captain
June 29, 2025
Thank you guys so very much. Your youngens are absolutely precious and did great catching fish. I loved their little laughs.
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2 Hour Trip – Fishing&Sunset Cruise
2 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
US $325
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $325
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $775
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $775
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating
5.0
33 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (29)
What anglers say
100%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish
All reviews (33)
Filter
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Showing 1 – 5 of 33 reviews
Jaci Fish
Virginia, US
Member since 2025
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5.0
Verified
Sandy Bottom Charters OBX - Week of 4th of July
4 Hour Trip on June 30, 2025 • 3 adults
Cannot say enough good things about Captain Chris. He made our charter very memorable and I had a great experience with my sons. Initially we didn't have any luck fishing from drum, but Captain Chris made sure that caught plenty of fish and both of my sons caught their fill of Spanish Mackerel and blue fish. Captain Chris was positive, upbeat, and made the hole expedition enjoyable, he also gave us a great fish taco recipe, but I'm afraid you'll have to get that from the captain himself. Would highly recommend.
Kris Buchman
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome adventure
2 Hour Trip – Fishing&Sunset Cruise on May 23, 2026 • 2 adults
Slow bite but Captain Chris took me and my boys on an awesome adventure. It was a great day on the water.
Reported catch:
Kevin Sweeney
Repeat angler
New Jersey, US
Member since 2024
3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great time had by all
6 Hour Trip on August 5, 2025 • 3 adults
Went out with my brother my brother in law and my cousin all of whom had little to no experience fishing. Chris was patient and respectful with them while teaching them how to do some basic things and some more advanced techniques. Got us on some fish, and almost limited on trout, but we wanted to get out and fish for reds last hour. Great trip would recommend this charter to anybody that wants to have relaxed fun fishing.
Reported catch:
Dan Spradling
Virginia, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Great time
2 Hour Trip – Fishing&Sunset Cruise on July 11, 2025 • 2 adults • 2 children
Couldn’t have asked for a better trip. The kids got to experience catching their first sea fish. Captain Chris was friendly and knowledgeable as well as accommodating. Weather changed our original trip pushing it off a day but Captain Chris made sure the time worked out for us and still found us fish. We had a great time.
Reported catch:
Naveen Kumar Sandhanam
Virginia, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
We booked a 2-hour boat rental for a quick fishing trip with the kids, and it turned out to be a fantastic little adventure!
2 Hour Trip – Fishing&Sunset Cruise on June 20, 2025 • 2 adults • 2 children
The charter boat was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped for a short inshore trip. The captain was friendly, knowledgeable, and fantastic with the kids. He helped bait hooks, untangle lines, and cheered on every catch. The kids were thrilled to catch fish on their own, and the light tackle made even small catches feel exciting.
Response from Captain
June 29, 2025
Thank you guys so very much. Your youngens are absolutely precious and did great catching fish. I loved their little laughs.
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What is the boat like?
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
1989
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
C-Hawk
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots