Roanoke Sportfishing
+27Welcome to Roanoke Sportfishing - your next Outer Banks Offshore adventure! With Captain Elliott at the helm, you’re in knowledgeable and experienced hands.
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Depending on the season, you might hook Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Sailfish, Bluefin Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and anything else that bites. Captain Elliott aims to tailor every trip to your specific needs, so let him know what you’re after!
Your adventure begins aboard the "Roanoke", a 50-foot sportfisher built by legendary local boat builder and charter boat Captain, Sheldon Midgette. It has air conditioning, three fighting chairs, and all the essentials of a true fishing machine. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience and she holds up to 6 passengers.
Capt. Elliott has rods and reels for you, along with lures and bait. The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain.
A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. A 20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.
Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome!
A few important items to bring include a hat, sunglasses, towels, and sunscreen. You’ll want to bring a cooler with food and drinks to keep you fueled throughout your charter!
Join Roanoke Sportfishing for the trip of a lifetime, book now!
Captain
Elliott Ambrose
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In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
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+20Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
93%
Caught fish
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Amberjack and Spanish
6 Hour Tower Trip AM on June 4, 2025
Captain Elliott and first mate Wyatt were excellent. They put us on the Spanish early and we caught over a dozen , then headed out to the tower to catch amberjack . What a fight ! Nothing like I’ve ever experienced. Everyone on board caught at least one , and we only kept three because it’s plenty for us to eat. Captain and crew were very friendly, shared conversation with us , and far exceeded our expectations. Will definitely go back out with them next time . We’re enjoying our catch tonight for dinner . Amberjack ceviche and on the grill . Nothing like fresh fish right out of the ocean .
Captain Elliott and first mate Wyatt were excellent. They put us on the Spanish early and we caught over a dozen , then headed out to the tower to catch amberjack . What a fight ! Nothing like I’ve ever experienced. Everyone on board caught at least one , and we only kept three because it’s plenty for us to eat. Captain and crew were very friendly, shared conversation with us , and far exceeded our expectations. Will definitely go back out with them next time . We’re enjoying our catch tonight...
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Great trip
6 Hour Tower Trip PM on August 19, 2024
My family came down to the outer banks. It was our first time here and we wanted to do some fishing. We booked Roanoke charter with Captain Elliott for a tower trip. We caught our bait and headed out 20 miles to a tower. The mate said it would take about 20 seconds to hook a fish and boy he was not kidding he had a fish on within 20 seconds of us stopping and it continued like that for an hour and a half or more. We all six of us were fighting fish on and off the whole time. Would highly recommend this boat and crew for anyone looking to go out and catch fish. They knew there stuff.
My family came down to the outer banks. It was our first time here and we wanted to do some fishing. We booked Roanoke charter with Captain Elliott for a tower trip. We caught our bait and headed out 20 miles to a tower. The mate said it would take about 20 seconds to hook a fish and boy he was not kidding he had a fish on within 20 seconds of us stopping and it continued like that for an hour and a half or more. We all six of us were fighting fish on and off the whole time. Would highly recommend...
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Couldn’t recommend enough
6 Hour Tower Trip AM on September 3, 2024
There was three of us on the trip. We are NY walleye tournament anglers that wanted to go after some bigger fish. I can’t say enough of how awesome Captain Elliot and First Mate Trey were. We got along from first meeting them. From catching bait to catching our fish was pure enjoyment on our tower trip. Working with Elliot on our trip the communication and trip were 100% great. We caught so many fish we were all exhausted and couldn’t take more catching. Our arms were exhausted. We caught them from dropping down and top water, which just elevated the experience. Please book this trip.just be ready to get a workout.
There was three of us on the trip. We are NY walleye tournament anglers that wanted to go after some bigger fish. I can’t say enough of how awesome Captain Elliot and First Mate Trey were. We got along from first meeting them. From catching bait to catching our fish was pure enjoyment on our tower trip. Working with Elliot on our trip the communication and trip were 100% great. We caught so many fish we were all exhausted and couldn’t take more catching. Our arms were exhausted. We caught them...
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Best fishing trip ever!
Half Day PM - Nearshore on March 30, 2025
By far some of the better fishing guides we’ve ever had. Great with kids. Put us right on top of the fish. Action packed day that was capped off with a 160 lb. tuna. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Thanks for the great memories Cpt Elliott and Trey! We’ll be back!
By far some of the better fishing guides we’ve ever had. Great with kids. Put us right on top of the fish. Action packed day that was capped off with a 160 lb. tuna. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Thanks for the great memories Cpt Elliott and Trey! We’ll be back!
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6 hour trip
6 Hour Tower Trip PM on April 22, 2025
Capt Elliott and Trey were awesome. They did an amazing job helping out with our boys that had never been out on a fishing trip before. They kept the rods bending and we will def be booking with them again.
Capt Elliott and Trey were awesome. They did an amazing job helping out with our boys that had never been out on a fishing trip before. They kept the rods bending and we will def be booking with them again.
FAQs about Roanoke Sportfishing
What are the trip rates for Roanoke Sportfishing?
Roanoke Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
- US $725 per group - Half Day AM - Nearshore (4 hours)
- US $725 per group - Half Day PM - Nearshore (4 hours)
- US $1,000 per group - 6 Hour AM - Nearshore (6 hours)
- US $1,000 per group - 6 Hour PM - Nearshore (6 hours)
- US $1,250 per group - 6 Hour Tower Trip AM (6 hours)
- US $1,250 per group - 6 Hour Tower Trip PM (6 hours)
- US $1,400 per group - Full day cobia (8 hours)
- US $2,500 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (12 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Roanoke Sportfishing?
When you book a trip with Roanoke Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet Enclosed head with flushing toilet for privacy and comfort.
- Air Conditioning
- Fighting Chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Flybridge
- Live Bait Well
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia System
- Outriggers
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Roanoke Sportfishing?
Trips booked with Roanoke Sportfishing include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait (if applicable)
- Lures
- First Mate (Customary tip is 20% for the first mate. Our first mate will be on board for all trips.)
- Fishing License (All guests are covered under our blanket license.)
What types of fishing does Roanoke Sportfishing offer?
Roanoke Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing
What fishing techniques does Roanoke Sportfishing offer?
Roanoke Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Kite Fishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Roanoke Sportfishing?
Top targeted fish species with Roanoke Sportfishing include:
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Marlin (White)
- Sailfish
- Tuna (Bigeye)
- Tuna (Blackfin)
- Tuna (Bluefin)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
Your captain
Wanchese, North Carolina, United States
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Capt. Elliott Ambrose grew up fishing the Roanoke River slightly inland of the Outer Banks. He spent his days learning everything about every species he could. That passion led him to the ocean where he took a job as a mate out of Oregon Inlet. From then on, he spent all of his time fishing Inshore, Nearshore and Offshore. He has been a Captain for the last 10 years and now, an owner-operator. Capt. Elliott's experience and enthusiasm come together to give you the trip of a lifetime!
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First mate
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
Enclosed head with flushing toilet for privacy and comfort.
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Refrigerator
Multimedia System
Outriggers
Ice Box
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
if applicable
Lures
First Mate
Customary tip is 20% for the first mate. Our first mate will be on board for all trips.
Fishing License
All guests are covered under our blanket license.
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
We love to take kids out on the Roanoke to experience fishing! If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Captain as he is happy to discuss weather, trip types and answer any questions concerning kids on the charter.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Wanchese right now
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
Sailfish
Tuna (Bigeye)
Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
Wahoo