Sea Bear Charters 

4.9/5 (6 reviews)
 109 Causeway Drive, Wilmington, NC 28480, United States

Sea Bear Charters 

4.9/5 (6 reviews)
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109 Causeway Drive
Wilmington, NC, United States
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Wilmington has a fish with your name on it, so let Sea Bear Charters help you catch it!

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Bonito, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Flounder, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Scamp Grouper, and whatever else is biting. During the trip, you might be spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Robert can also help you try kite fishing. For the more adventurous among you, there’s spearfishing.

Trips with Sea Bear Charters are great for 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. Also, remember to bring snacks to keep their stamina going!

You’ll step aboard a 25’ Luhrs sportfishing vessel with a capacity for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.

A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.

You will need to get a local fishing license before the trip, but after June 30th the blackout license has you covered. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

You can’t go wrong when you bring sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with Sea Bear Charters is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 6 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (9)

July fishing trip
July fishing trip
Captain Robert is great
+6

Angler rating

5
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

83%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews
Showing: 5 of 6 reviews
Gregory Thomas
Gregory Thomas
5.0
Verified
Unforgettable Fishing Adventure with Captain Robert Connelly!
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 17, 20254 adults
If you're looking for an unforgettable fishing experience in Wilmington, look no further than a charter with Captain Robert Connelly. From the moment we stepped on the boat, Captain Robert's professionalism, knowledge, and passion for fishing were evident. He made us feel welcome, safe, and excited for the adventure ahead. The trip itself was nothing short of incredible—we caught several sharks and some seriously big fish that gave us a run for our money. Captain Robert knew exactly where to take us, read the water like a pro, and made sure everyone was involved and having a great time. His boat was well-maintained, equipped with quality gear, and perfect for both seasoned anglers and beginners. Not only did we leave with an impressive haul, but we also left with great memories, lots of laughs, and a deeper appreciation for the ocean. I highly recommend booking a trip with Captain Connelly—you won’t be disappointed! 5 stars all the way. We’ll definitely be back for another round!
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Carli Patterson
Carli Patterson
5.0
Verified
July fishing trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on July 28, 20254 adults1 child
We had such a great time with Captain Robert today!! He was very knowledgeable about the fish we were catching, how to catch and made the experience so much more enjoyable by involving everyone on board. We caught several fish each!! He cleaned our fish and even helped us find a place to get it cooked for us. Captain Robert was fantastic and we’ll be back for more fishing fun soon!
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Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Bluefish
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Debra Lutz
Debra Lutz
5.0
Verified
Great for Families
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 14, 20252 adults4 children
Super nice captain, great with kids. Made the trip fun even with the weather against us.
Response from Captain
September 8, 2025
thank you Lutz family for the kind words! what a great day on the water !
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Todd Crosby
Todd Crosby
4.7
Verified
Captain Robert is great
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 29, 20255 adults1 child
4 friends and 3 boys headed out with Captain Robert and had a great time. He was knowledgeable and flexible with our needs. Caught some fun Spanish Mack trolling. Looking forward to using him again when we visit sometime!
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Reported catch:
Bluefish
Spanish Mackerel
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William Shultz
William Shultz
5.0
Verified
Awesome trip, Better captain
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 25, 20246 adults
Rob was amazing. Super knowledgeable, extremely personable, and very professional. He made sure to help wherever he could with the kids, and us adults. Very highly recommend. Caught us a lot of fish too
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Trip availability and prices

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December 2025
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Number of days
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2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $1,500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Stream Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $2,000 
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 6 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (9)

July fishing trip
July fishing trip
Captain Robert is great
+6

Angler rating

5
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

83%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews
Showing: 5 of 6 reviews
Gregory Thomas
Gregory Thomas
5.0
Verified
Unforgettable Fishing Adventure with Captain Robert Connelly!
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 17, 20254 adults
If you're looking for an unforgettable fishing experience in Wilmington, look no further than a charter with Captain Robert Connelly. From the moment we stepped on the boat, Captain Robert's professionalism, knowledge, and passion for fishing were evident. He made us feel welcome, safe, and excited for the adventure ahead. The trip itself was nothing short of incredible—we caught several sharks and some seriously big fish that gave us a run for our money. Captain Robert knew exactly where to take us, read the water like a pro, and made sure everyone was involved and having a great time. His boat was well-maintained, equipped with quality gear, and perfect for both seasoned anglers and beginners. Not only did we leave with an impressive haul, but we also left with great memories, lots of laughs, and a deeper appreciation for the ocean. I highly recommend booking a trip with Captain Connelly—you won’t be disappointed! 5 stars all the way. We’ll definitely be back for another round!
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Carli Patterson
Carli Patterson
5.0
Verified
July fishing trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on July 28, 20254 adults1 child
We had such a great time with Captain Robert today!! He was very knowledgeable about the fish we were catching, how to catch and made the experience so much more enjoyable by involving everyone on board. We caught several fish each!! He cleaned our fish and even helped us find a place to get it cooked for us. Captain Robert was fantastic and we’ll be back for more fishing fun soon!
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Bluefish
0
Debra Lutz
Debra Lutz
5.0
Verified
Great for Families
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 14, 20252 adults4 children
Super nice captain, great with kids. Made the trip fun even with the weather against us.
Response from Captain
September 8, 2025
thank you Lutz family for the kind words! what a great day on the water !
0
Todd Crosby
Todd Crosby
4.7
Verified
Captain Robert is great
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 29, 20255 adults1 child
4 friends and 3 boys headed out with Captain Robert and had a great time. He was knowledgeable and flexible with our needs. Caught some fun Spanish Mack trolling. Looking forward to using him again when we visit sometime!
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Reported catch:
Bluefish
Spanish Mackerel
0
William Shultz
William Shultz
5.0
Verified
Awesome trip, Better captain
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 25, 20246 adults
Rob was amazing. Super knowledgeable, extremely personable, and very professional. He made sure to help wherever he could with the kids, and us adults. Very highly recommend. Caught us a lot of fish too
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FAQs about Sea Bear Charters

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
1993
Boat manufacturer
Luhrs
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Yanmar
Powered by
2 x 170HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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