Reel Fly Fishing Charters 

4.8
(39 reviews)
 Annie Drive 220, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States–

Reel Fly Fishing Charters 

Carolina Beach, NC, United States
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22 ft
4
4.8
(39 reviews)

If you're ready to get hooked on fishing in Wilmington, look no further than Reel Fly. Your guide for the day is Captain Robert, giving you access to years of local experience.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Flounder, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Bonito, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, and plenty more.

Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself spinning, popping, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Robert also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

The whole family can come and unplug for the day! Child-sized life vests are available. Don't forget to bring snacks!

Your vessel for the day is a 22' Flats boat that can carry up to 3 passengers. It comes with and everything else you need for a productive day on the water.

Capt. Robert has rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait and fishing licenses are included!

You can't go wrong when you bring sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now's the time to experience fishing in Wilmington for yourself, with Reel Fly!

If you're ready to get hooked on fishing in Wilmington, look no further than Reel Fly. Your guide for the day is Captain Robert, giving you access to years of local experience.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Flounder, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Bonito, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, and plenty more.

Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself spinning, popping, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Robert also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

The whole family can come and unplug for the day! Child-sized life vests are available. Don't forget to bring snacks!

Your vessel for the day is a 22' Flats boat that can carry up to 3 passengers. It comes with and everything else you need for a productive day on the water.

Capt. Robert has rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait and fishing licenses are included!

You can't go wrong when you bring sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now's the time to experience fishing in Wilmington for yourself, with Reel Fly!

Rob Burgess
Captain
Rob Burgess
8 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
2 hr Fun Fishing. (3 PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+3
US $325
Entire boat: up to 4 people
2 hr Evening Fun Fishing.
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
Ladyfish
+4
US $325
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Morning Trip - Late Start
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Flounder
+2
US $400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Flounder
+2
US $525
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Flounder
+2
US $525
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
39 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (52)

What anglers say

95%
Recommended
89%
Caught fish

Reviews (39)

  • Valinda Allred
    Valinda Allred
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great with kids, Cool Dude.

    Half Day Trip (PM) on July 22, 2026 • 4 adults

    Rob was great. i took my son and his friend, both 14. Even though we were dealing with about 20 knots of wind gust he put us on fish. Rob was great with the kids, showing them how to cast properly. i will definitely contact Rob next beach trip. I would highly recommend using him for you next chartered fishing trip. Thanks Rob.

  • Donna Langham
    Donna Langham
    Repeat angler
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Another Great Trip

    2 hr Evening Fun Fishing. on July 15, 2026 • 4 adults

    This was the second year we have booked a 2-hr trip with Reel Fly. Just as last year, Captain Rob was friendly and helpful. We had a nice trip and caught a few fish, some that we had never seen before. I highly recommend booking Reel Fly.

  • Cody Crook
    Cody Crook
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic Trip!

    2 hr Fun Fishing. (3 PM) on June 25, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    My son and I took the voyage with Rob. Caught a great size red fish on the trip and also caught a few others. Captain Rob was great getting us to a good spot that had a lot of action and would highly recommend him.

  • Samuel Buterbaugh
    Samuel Buterbaugh
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on June 18, 2026 • 3 adults

    Had a ton of fun fishing the sound and the river. Cap Rob rocks and kept putting us into new spots for drum, flounder, and anything just to get the day started. Definitely recommend and will be coming back!

  • Ryan Davis
    Ryan Davis
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip with Capt. Rob

    2 hr Evening Fun Fishing. on August 11, 2026 • 4 adults

    caught croaker, lizard fish, sea bass, and flounder - 13 altogether in two hours. Reel Fly Fishing Charters was the rught call. thanks, Rob!

  • Frank Bland
    Frank Bland
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experince!

    2 hr Evening Fun Fishing. on June 11, 2026 • 3 adults

    Rob was very professional and helpfulll. He worked extremely hard to find us fish . Highly Recommend.

  • Will Thompson
    Will Thompson
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    2 hr Evening Fun Fishing. on July 30, 2026 • 3 adults

    Highly recommend Captain Rob! We enjoyed the experience.

  • Gary Arrowood
    Gary Arrowood
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Rob

    Half Day Trip (AM) on October 9, 2026 • 2 adults
  • Paulette Riehl
    Paulette Riehl
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Reel Fly Fishing Trip (0900-1200)

    Morning Trip - Late Start on July 30, 2025 • 4 adults

    I reserved this trip for my husband (Aj), mother (Jean), son (Chris), and son-in-law (Will). None of them had ever experienced this kind of fishing, but had always wanted to. My mother can’t swim and has a fear of the water she is only able to overcome with her love for fishing. Since arriving to Carolina Beach over a week ago, she’d been fishing the canal and Cape Fear River with no success and was really excited to try this fishing trip! Everyone except mom caught fish but she had a great time! Captain Rob provided a first-time, wonderful experience and was perfect with my mom and the best for my family! Thank you, Paulette

  • Donna Langham
    Donna Langham
    Repeat angler
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    A great time had by all

    2 hr Evening Fun Fishing. on July 16, 2025 • 4 adults

    We may not have caught many fish, but we had an enjoyable trip. Captain Rob was very personable and great working with our son and his friend. We would definitely go back out with Reel Fly.

FAQs about Reel Fly Fishing Charters

Reel Fly Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $325 per group - 2 hr Evening Fun Fishing. (2 hours)
  • US $325 per group - 2 hr Fun Fishing. (3 PM) (2 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $20 per person after 3 guests - Morning Trip - Late Start (3 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $48 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $525 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Reel Fly Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Reel Fly Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is included in the Price )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (There is no charge for cleaning and Filleting your catch)
  • Fishing license (All fishing licenses and covered my me. There is no need to by a fishing license to go on my vessel. )
Reel Fly Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing ( )
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Reel Fly Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Reel Fly Fishing Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Rob Burgess
Rob Burgess
Carolina Beach, North Carolina, United States
23 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
39 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2024
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Capt. Rob is experienced in navigating the waters of Wilmington, North Carolina and is ready to take you on a exciting fishing excursion. Using spinning, popping, jigging, bottom fishing and other techniques, you'll have a chance to catch Redfish, Bonito and Flounder. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Rob Burgess
Rob Burgess
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
23
reports
39
reviews
2024
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Rob is experienced in navigating the waters of Wilmington, North Carolina and is ready to take you on a exciting fishing excursion. Using spinning, popping, jigging, bottom fishing and other techniques, you'll have a chance to catch Redfish, Bonito and Flounder. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler holding a mottled grouper aboard a fishing boat, with the fish prominently displayed over the deck.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Gag Grouper
    Gary A.
    Gary A.
  • Adult angler holding a redfish aboard a boat, with a second angler visible in the background.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Trout and blues On Top water. One Red and a few small gag grouper. The fish were biting all day! Good times!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Flounder while aboard a boat in a coastal fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Flounder
    A few nice flounder some blue fish a little gag and a sea bass.
  • Angler proudly displaying a Flounder while on a fishing trip, with a scenic water backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Flounder
    Red fish and flounder good times and many more
  • Angler proudly displaying a Flounder while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Flounder
    Jermon T.
    Jermon T.
    great trip!
  • Angler proudly displaying a Flounder while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Flounder
    Good Times
  • A young angler is reeling in a large catfish while fishing from a boat in a serene waterway.
    Fish 1
    Flounder
    Ryan D.
    Ryan D.
    caught croaker, lizard fish, sea bass, and flounder - 13 altogether in two hours. Reel Fly Fishing Charters was the rught call. thanks, Rob!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Redfish while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Good Times
  • Adult angler holding a large red drum on the deck of a fishing boat in a calm coastal inlet.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Will T.
    Will T.
    Highly recommend Captain Rob! We enjoyed the experience.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Good Times

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2002
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is included in the Price
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
There is no charge for cleaning and Filleting your catch
Fishing license
All fishing licenses and covered my me. There is no need to by a fishing license to go on my vessel.

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
life jacket required 7 and younger
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 50% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 50% 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Carolina Beach right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
BonitoBonito
CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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