Fish Advisor - Wanchese 

4.8/5 (42 reviews)
 4457 Mill Landing Road, Wanchese, NC 27981, United States
4.8/5 (42 reviews)
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4457 Mill Landing Road
Wanchese, NC, United States
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Wanchese has a fish with your name on it, so let Capt. Matt and the Fish Advisor help you catch it! With Captain Matt at the helm, you’re in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

These waters are home to, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, wahoo, sailfish, sharks and more if conditions are right. These species are all dependent on the trip that you choose.

You’ll target your catch by spinning, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Your day begins aboard a 34’ Center console with room for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience.

Capt. Matt has rods and reels for you.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain.

It’s always wise to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Beer is the only alcohol allowed.

And that’s it! Your fishing trip with Fish Advisor is just a click away.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 42 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.7/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (51)

Great experience!!!
The only blues we had were the blue fish!
The only blues we had were the blue fish!
+48

Angler rating

37
2
2
0
1

Anglers claimed

Good experience

87%

Appropriate for children

82%

Friendly captain

92%

Satisfied with the boat

92%

Recommend this charter

93%

Caught fish

90%

Showing 1 - 5 of 42 reviews
Showing: 5 of 42 reviews
Susan L.
Susan L.
5.0/5

Aug 11, 2025

3 Hour Half Day Trip (AM)

Best experience ever

VERIFIED
NEW

Our first time doing a fishing trip. We had an amazing time. The captain was -nice-easy to talk to- very knowledgeable. He made the experience 💯 worth every penny. The weather was perfect just no luck 🐠 but neither did any one out fishing that morning (we did get 1 but it got away) 💯 recommend going & with him We will definitely be booking with him every time we come down to the obx.

Our first time doing a fishing trip. We had an amazing time. The captain was -nice-easy to talk to- very knowledgeable. He made...  

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 Susan L. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
 Susan L. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 14, 2025
Susan, I really appreciate you taking the time to write such a thorough review and for being such a great guest! It was my pleasure meeting you and your husband and spending the morning together and enjoying such a beautiful day although the fish were not cooperating. I look forward to seeing you guys in the near future! Regards, Capt Matt

Josh M.
Josh M.
5.0/5

Jun 21, 2025

Mid day 3hr near shore (pm)

Great views, great company, great fishing!

VERIFIED

Captain Matt is a class act. Prior to booking, he was quick to respond on the messaging app within FishingBooker and answered all my questions. Once on board, Captain Matt made sure we learned a lot about fishing in the area, the Oregon Inlet, and more. We were followed by a pod of dolphins which was incredible to see. We did a 3hr tour in the evening. While we only caught two fish (one Mahi and one spanish mackerel), we had a great time! I fully recommend Captain Matt to anyone looking for a fishing and educational experience.

Captain Matt is a class act. Prior to booking, he was quick to respond on the messaging app within FishingBooker and answered...  

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 Josh M. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
1 person finds this review helpful
 Josh M. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 23, 2025
Josh, I really appreciate the kind words in your review! It was a pleasure having you and your family onboard and those dolphins were nice to put on a show even though the fish were running late 😂. I look forward to seeing you all again soon!

Daniel M.
Daniel M.
5.0/5

Aug 1, 2025

Full Day Trip - Inshore/Nearshore

Capt Matt is the man!

VERIFIED
NEW

On a day when no one was catching much of anything Capt Matt put us on a boat load of Mai and an Amberjack. Knowledge Captain that shares his fishing wisdom and is very laid back. Toilet is a huge plus and he even provides water and has rain jackets if necessary. Definitely recommend Capt Matt for both the novice and experienced fisherman.

On a day when no one was catching much of anything Capt Matt put us on a boat load of Mai and an Amberjack. Knowledge Captain...  

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 Daniel M. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
 Daniel M. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 2, 2025
Daniel, That's a great review for an awesome trip! I appreciate your sense of adventure in wanting to tackle the offshore waters even though there were reports of higher winds. We got it done before it got too rough to fish at all! Thanks again and I'll see you in September! Regards, Capt Matt

Justin M.
Justin M.
5.0/5

Jul 26, 2025

Full Day Trip - Inshore/Nearshore

Great Trip

VERIFIED
NEW

Had a great time on the fish advisor, beautiful weather on a nice fast boat. Fishing was a little slow but thats why its calling fishing and not catching 😉 My dad and I had some great conversations with the captain and shared lots of laughs the whole day. Definitely recommended for anyone looking for a fun time.

Had a great time on the fish advisor, beautiful weather on a nice fast boat. Fishing was a little slow but thats why its calling...  

Captain replied
 Justin M. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
 Justin M. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 27, 2025
Justin and R.W., I want to take the time to say thank you! Not just for a great review but for being patient with the slow fishing. Like you said, "it's called fishing and not catching". Sometimes people have a hard time with that truth but you embraced it and made the best of the day, a day that was great for all of us! Thanks again for giving me a chance and spending the day onboard and keep in touch for next time! Regards, Capt Matt

Mia W.
Mia W.
5.0/5

Jul 12, 2025

Sunset fishing quick trip

Peaceful trip, knowledgeable captain

VERIFIED

We went on the sunset 2 hour trip with 4 adults and a two year old. The captain was very friendly and knowledgeable and made sure the toddler was comfortable before going out. We were fairly inexperienced with fishing in general and definitely wouldn’t have been able to tell what kind of fish we caught, but the captain knew immediately and gave us tips on how to bring the catch in. We caught 2 blue fish and 2 Spanish mackerel in an hour. The views were incredible, too.

We went on the sunset 2 hour trip with 4 adults and a two year old. The captain was very friendly and knowledgeable and made sure...  

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 Mia W. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
 Mia W. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 14, 2025
Mia, I greatly appreciate that you took the time to write a review and for choosing to fish with me amongst a huge list of options in the OBX. Thanks again, Capt Matt!

Trip availability and prices

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Sunset fishing quick trip
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2 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jun 6 - Oct 1
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US $300 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Half Day Trip (AM)
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 6 - Sep 30
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 6 - Sep 30
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Mid day 3hr near shore (pm)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Oct 1
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Inshore Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 6 - Oct 1
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half day near shore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 7 - Oct 1
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Inshore Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 6 - Oct 1
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half day near shore mid day
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 7 - Oct 1
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half day near shore (later start)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jun 7 - Oct 1
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Early start 5hr near shore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Oct 1
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US $725 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Mid day 5hr near shore (noon)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Oct 1
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US $725 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Inshore Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 6 - Sep 23
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip - Inshore/Nearshore
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8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,100 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 42 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.7/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (51)

Great experience!!!
The only blues we had were the blue fish!
The only blues we had were the blue fish!
+48

Angler rating

37
2
2
0
1

Anglers claimed

Good experience

87%

Appropriate for children

82%

Friendly captain

92%

Satisfied with the boat

92%

Recommend this charter

93%

Caught fish

90%

Showing 1 - 5 of 42 reviews
Showing: 5 of 42 reviews
Susan L.
Susan L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Best experience ever

VERIFIED
NEW

3 Hour Half Day Trip (AM) on August 11, 2025

Our first time doing a fishing trip. We had an amazing time. The captain was -nice-easy to talk to- very knowledgeable. He made the experience 💯 worth every penny. The weather was perfect just no luck 🐠 but neither did any one out fishing that morning (we did get 1 but it got away) 💯 recommend going & with him We will definitely be booking with him every time we come down to the obx.

Our first time doing a fishing trip. We had an amazing time. The captain was -nice-easy to talk to- very knowledgeable. He made the experience 💯 worth every penny. The weather was perfect just no luck 🐠 but neither did any one out fishing that morning (we did get 1 but it got away) 💯 recommend going & with him We will definitely be booking with him every time we come down to the obx.  

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 Susan L. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 14, 2025
Susan, I really appreciate you taking the time to write such a thorough review and for being such a great guest! It was my pleasure meeting you and your husband and spending the morning together and enjoying such a beautiful day although the fish were not cooperating. I look forward to seeing you guys in the near future! Regards, Capt Matt

Josh M.
Josh M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great views, great company, great fishing!

VERIFIED

Mid day 3hr near shore (pm) on June 21, 2025

Captain Matt is a class act. Prior to booking, he was quick to respond on the messaging app within FishingBooker and answered all my questions. Once on board, Captain Matt made sure we learned a lot about fishing in the area, the Oregon Inlet, and more. We were followed by a pod of dolphins which was incredible to see. We did a 3hr tour in the evening. While we only caught two fish (one Mahi and one spanish mackerel), we had a great time! I fully recommend Captain Matt to anyone looking for a fishing and educational experience.

Captain Matt is a class act. Prior to booking, he was quick to respond on the messaging app within FishingBooker and answered all my questions. Once on board, Captain Matt made sure we learned a lot about fishing in the area, the Oregon Inlet, and more. We were followed by a pod of dolphins which was incredible to see. We did a 3hr tour in the evening. While we only caught two fish (one Mahi and one spanish mackerel), we had a great time! I fully recommend Captain Matt to anyone looking for...  

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 Josh M. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 23, 2025
Josh, I really appreciate the kind words in your review! It was a pleasure having you and your family onboard and those dolphins were nice to put on a show even though the fish were running late 😂. I look forward to seeing you all again soon!

Daniel M.
Daniel M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Capt Matt is the man!

VERIFIED
NEW

Full Day Trip - Inshore/Nearshore on August 1, 2025

On a day when no one was catching much of anything Capt Matt put us on a boat load of Mai and an Amberjack. Knowledge Captain that shares his fishing wisdom and is very laid back. Toilet is a huge plus and he even provides water and has rain jackets if necessary. Definitely recommend Capt Matt for both the novice and experienced fisherman.

On a day when no one was catching much of anything Capt Matt put us on a boat load of Mai and an Amberjack. Knowledge Captain that shares his fishing wisdom and is very laid back. Toilet is a huge plus and he even provides water and has rain jackets if necessary. Definitely recommend Capt Matt for both the novice and experienced fisherman.  

Review media 0
 Daniel M. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 2, 2025
Daniel, That's a great review for an awesome trip! I appreciate your sense of adventure in wanting to tackle the offshore waters even though there were reports of higher winds. We got it done before it got too rough to fish at all! Thanks again and I'll see you in September! Regards, Capt Matt

Justin M.
Justin M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED
NEW

Full Day Trip - Inshore/Nearshore on July 26, 2025

Had a great time on the fish advisor, beautiful weather on a nice fast boat. Fishing was a little slow but thats why its calling fishing and not catching 😉 My dad and I had some great conversations with the captain and shared lots of laughs the whole day. Definitely recommended for anyone looking for a fun time.

Had a great time on the fish advisor, beautiful weather on a nice fast boat. Fishing was a little slow but thats why its calling fishing and not catching 😉 My dad and I had some great conversations with the captain and shared lots of laughs the whole day. Definitely recommended for anyone looking for a fun time.  

 Justin M. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 27, 2025
Justin and R.W., I want to take the time to say thank you! Not just for a great review but for being patient with the slow fishing. Like you said, "it's called fishing and not catching". Sometimes people have a hard time with that truth but you embraced it and made the best of the day, a day that was great for all of us! Thanks again for giving me a chance and spending the day onboard and keep in touch for next time! Regards, Capt Matt

Mia W.
Mia W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Peaceful trip, knowledgeable captain

VERIFIED

Sunset fishing quick trip on July 12, 2025

We went on the sunset 2 hour trip with 4 adults and a two year old. The captain was very friendly and knowledgeable and made sure the toddler was comfortable before going out. We were fairly inexperienced with fishing in general and definitely wouldn’t have been able to tell what kind of fish we caught, but the captain knew immediately and gave us tips on how to bring the catch in. We caught 2 blue fish and 2 Spanish mackerel in an hour. The views were incredible, too.

We went on the sunset 2 hour trip with 4 adults and a two year old. The captain was very friendly and knowledgeable and made sure the toddler was comfortable before going out. We were fairly inexperienced with fishing in general and definitely wouldn’t have been able to tell what kind of fish we caught, but the captain knew immediately and gave us tips on how to bring the catch in. We caught 2 blue fish and 2 Spanish mackerel in an hour. The views were incredible, too.  

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 Mia W. recommends Fish Advisor - Wanchese
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 14, 2025
Mia, I greatly appreciate that you took the time to write a review and for choosing to fish with me amongst a huge list of options in the OBX. Thanks again, Capt Matt!

FAQs about Fish Advisor - Wanchese

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
2006
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Avanti
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots
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