Unreel Sportfishing
+32If you plan on fishing in Morehead City, look no further than Unreel Sportfishing. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Mark knows them forwards and back.
Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Blackfin Tuna, Red Snapper, Amberjack, Spanish Mackerel, Vermilion Snapper, and more can be found in these waters if you cast your line at the right time of year. On the day of your trip you’re likely to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.
You’ll be welcome aboard a 27’ Cape Horn center console with space for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and a full complement of safety gear including EPIRB, PLB, and Sirius XM Weather. All the essentials necessary for a fun, safe, and productive day of fishing. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods, reels, and all the tackle for the day.
There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. It’s customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation.
You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. 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.
It’s never a bad idea to bring sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. Dress appropriately for the weather. Even if it is clear there may be some spray so wet weather gear is not a bad idea. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Your trip with Unreel Sportfishing is just a click away, so why not make it happen?
Captain
Mark Nichols
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In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
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+22Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
50%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
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AJ City
8 Hour Trip – Offshore on April 9, 2025
We booked a trip with Unreel to get on some big AJ’s and get a workout. A little bit of a boat ride to get to the prime hunting grounds but on the third stop we found them. Nearly every drop resulted in a solid hookup with 30-50 lb fish. Every fish was caught on vertical jigs. We lost a few jigs but it seemed like Captain Mark had an unlimited supply of jigs on board so a quick retie and we were back in business. A couple were certainly more than that. At the end of this stop we were all soaked in sweat and laying on the deck. Good times.
We booked a trip with Unreel to get on some big AJ’s and get a workout. A little bit of a boat ride to get to the prime hunting grounds but on the third stop we found them. Nearly every drop resulted in a solid hookup with 30-50 lb fish. Every fish was caught on vertical jigs. We lost a few jigs but it seemed like Captain Mark had an unlimited supply of jigs on board so a quick retie and we were back in business. A couple were certainly more than that. At the end of this stop we were all soaked...
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Great opportunity
Offshore Gulf Stream on July 12, 2025
Had an incredible experience! Caught fish, made memories, and achieved a dream fish catch! I will absolutely use mark again. Hopefully in the near future. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable captain, a clean boat, good equipment and a successful trip, choose unreel!
Had an incredible experience! Caught fish, made memories, and achieved a dream fish catch! I will absolutely use mark again. Hopefully in the near future. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable captain, a clean boat, good equipment and a successful trip, choose unreel!
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Offshore Gulf Stream Trip
Offshore Gulf Stream on September 27, 2024
We settled in at 5:30 am for the ride to the gulf stream. It was a little snotty heading out but we were comfy in the bean bags and the spray curtains kept us dry. Once we got to the stream the weather settled down and it was hot! The crew got the lines out and within minutes the first reel went off! Wahoo in the boat. While we were catching our breath another reel went off! Tuna. We had a great time and had so much fun. 3 Wahoo, 6 Tuna, 1 Mahi. I think we did all right.
We settled in at 5:30 am for the ride to the gulf stream. It was a little snotty heading out but we were comfy in the bean bags and the spray curtains kept us dry. Once we got to the stream the weather settled down and it was hot! The crew got the lines out and within minutes the first reel went off! Wahoo in the boat. While we were catching our breath another reel went off! Tuna. We had a great time and had so much fun. 3 Wahoo, 6 Tuna, 1 Mahi. I think we did all right.
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Great Last Minute Mahi Fishing Trip!
Mahi walk on - 375 per person! on May 24, 2025
My HS son and I booked a last minute charter with Captain Marc and had an absolute blast! Marc knew exactly where to go and was able to get us on fish quickly. Loved all the fishing knowledge that he had to share! One of the best small boat charters I’ve been on!
My HS son and I booked a last minute charter with Captain Marc and had an absolute blast! Marc knew exactly where to go and was able to get us on fish quickly. Loved all the fishing knowledge that he had to share! One of the best small boat charters I’ve been on!
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Great experience
Offshore Gulf Stream on July 30, 2025
On time and on fish. Captain Mark went to great lengths to make our trip what we wanted
On time and on fish. Captain Mark went to great lengths to make our trip what we wanted
FAQs about Unreel Sportfishing
What are the trip rates for Unreel Sportfishing?
Unreel Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
- US $375 per person - Mahi walk on - 375 per person! (8 hours)
- US $1,025 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $150 per person after 4 guests - Wahoo Trip (8 hours)
- US $1,275 per group - Offshore Gulf Stream (10 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Unreel Sportfishing?
When you book a trip with Unreel Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet Portapotty
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Multimedia System
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Outriggers
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Unreel Sportfishing?
Trips booked with Unreel Sportfishing include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Unreel Sportfishing offer?
Unreel Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
- Nearshore Fishing (Up to 20 miles offshore. )
- Offshore Fishing (On the Gulf Stream trip you can expect to travel 30-50 miles offshore tofind the edges of the Gulf Stream.)
- Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Unreel Sportfishing offer?
Unreel Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Unreel Sportfishing?
Top targeted fish species with Unreel Sportfishing include:
- Amberjack
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Little Tunny (False Albacore)
- Redfish
- Spanish Mackerel
- Tuna (Blackfin)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
Your captain
Morehead City, North Carolina, United States
I grew up fishing both freshwater and saltwater in North Carolina. Living on the Great Lakes exposed me to a different fishery. Previous to returning home to North Carolina, I spent many years fishing in Southern California for all kinds of Pelagic species. I bring all the things that I have learned from these vastly different fisheries to bear when we fish the North Carolina coastal and offshore waters.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Nearshore Fishing
Up to 20 miles offshore.
Offshore Fishing
On the Gulf Stream trip you can expect to travel 30-50 miles offshore tofind the edges of the Gulf Stream.
Wreck Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
Portapotty
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Wireless Trolling Motor
Outriggers
Ice Box
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Fishing License
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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
Children are welcome depending on trip selection.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
PayPal
What’s biting in Morehead City right now
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
Wahoo