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Impulsive Charters, Inc. 

4.8
(6 reviews)
 Marina Wynd 6A, Bald Head Island, NC 28461, United States–
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Impulsive Charters, Inc. 

Bald Head Island, NC, United States
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38 ft
6
4.8
(6 reviews)
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Trips & prices
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Capt. Paul Thompson has over 30 years experience as a charter captain.  Clients from all over the world have enjoyed their fishing excursion with Capt. Paul while vacationing at Bald Head Island, Southport or Oak Island, NC.  The Impulsive has an air-conditioned cabin, clean bathroom, multiple cabin or outdoor seating areas, Sirius XM.  Top of the line Penn International or Tiagra rods and reels are provided.  Blanket fishing license for all anglers.
**PLEASE INDICATE WHERE YOU ARE STAYING SO WE CAN GIVE YOU THE PICK UP LOCATION.**

Capt. Paul Thompson has over 30 years experience as a charter captain.  Clients from all over the world have enjoyed their fishing excursion with Capt. Paul while vacationing at Bald Head Island, Southport or Oak Island, NC.  The Impulsive has an air-conditioned cabin, clean bathroom, multiple cabin or outdoor seating areas, Sirius XM.  Top of the line Penn International or Tiagra rods and reels are provided.  Blanket fishing license for all anglers.
**PLEASE INDICATE WHERE YOU ARE STAYING SO WE CAN GIVE YOU THE PICK UP LOCATION.**

Paul Thompson
Captain
Paul Thompson
30 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
What this charter offers
Fishing license
Live bait
Pickup included
You keep catch
Toilet
What this charter offers
Fishing license
Live bait
Pickup included
You keep catch
Toilet

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 11:30 AM)
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
6 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (7)

Reviews (6)

  • Douglas Bynum
    Douglas Bynum
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great Day on the Swells!

    Half Day - 11:30 AM on July 11, 2026 • 4 adults

    We had a great trip off the BHI shores! Sawyer and Paul took great care of us. we will use them again!

  • Tom Roswick
    Tom Roswick
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Father’sDay gift

    Half Day on June 21, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child
  • John Dodge
    John Dodge
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    4.0
    Verified

    Great morning

    Half Day on June 4, 2026 • 4 adults

    Really appreciate Capt Paul and deck hand Sawyer working hard to give us a chance at catching fish. It was a slow day, but anytime on the water is a good day. Everyone caught fish, and that’s a you can ask for. We will be back.

  • James Morrison
    James Morrison
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Capt and mate, caught plenty

    Half Day - 11:30 AM on July 18, 2026 • 4 adults

    Slow day, until it wasn’t and we caught a bunch. Fun Capt and mate either way. Thank you

  • Steven Voorhees
    Steven Voorhees
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    Half Day on July 31, 2026 • 6 adults
  • Liam Bacik
    Liam Bacik
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Paul

    Half Day on July 18, 2026 • 6 adults

FAQs about Impulsive Charters, Inc.

Impulsive Charters, Inc. offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $850 per group - Half Day (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Half Day - 11:30 AM (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Impulsive Charters, Inc., you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning Two a/c units in cabin
  • GPS Garmin
  • Fishfinder Garmin
  • Flybridge
  • Kitchen
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar Garmin
Trips booked with Impulsive Charters, Inc. include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • First mate (20% TIP IS RECOMMENDED )
  • Fishing license (Blanket license for all anglers)
Impulsive Charters, Inc. offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Cape Fear River)
  • Nearshore fishing (Couple miles offshore, within site of land)
Impulsive Charters, Inc. offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Impulsive Charters, Inc. include:
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Your captain

Paul Thompson
Paul Thompson
Bald Head Island, North Carolina, United States
ID & license verified
6 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2024
Operating a 38' Bertram Sportfishing, Capt. Paul ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Southport, North Carolina. Explore these waters teeming with Bluefin Tuna, Spanish Mackerel and Jack Crevalle under Paul's expert guidance. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Our Team
Sawyer K.
Sawyer K.
First mate
Paul T.
Paul T.
Captain
Paul Thompson
Paul Thompson
Fully verified
6
reviews
2024
member since
~1h
response
Operating a 38' Bertram Sportfishing, Capt. Paul ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Southport, North Carolina. Explore these waters teeming with Bluefin Tuna, Spanish Mackerel and Jack Crevalle under Paul's expert guidance. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
The crew
Sawyer K.
Sawyer K.
First mate
Paul T.
Paul T.
Captain

The fish you can target

Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna

Real catches by this captain

  • A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of Spanish Mackerel aboard a fishing charter in sunny waters.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    James M.
    James M.
    Slow day, until it wasn’t and we caught a bunch. Fun Capt and mate either way. Thank you
  • A family enjoying a day on the boat, with a scenic view in the background. The group appears to be having a great time on the water.
    Douglas B.
    Douglas B.
    We had a great trip off the BHI shores! Sawyer and Paul took great care of us. we will use them again!
  • Group selfie with adults and children aboard a fishing boat in a calm coastal waterway, with rods visible in the background.
    Tom R.
    Tom R.
  • Two anglers actively fishing from a boat, casting their lines into the open water on a clear day.
    John D.
    John D.
    Really appreciate Capt Paul and deck hand Sawyer working hard to give us a chance at catching fish. It was a slow day, but anytime on the water is a good day. Everyone caught fish, and that’s a you can ask for. We will be back.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
38 ft
Year built
1978
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Bertram
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Fiat
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
Two a/c units in cabin
GPS
Garmin
Fishfinder
Garmin
Flybridge
Kitchen
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
Garmin
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
First mate
20% TIP IS RECOMMENDED
Fishing license
Blanket license for all anglers

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Bald Head Island to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
No smoking
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
 Checks
 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Bald Head Island right now

King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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