Sara Mads Sport Fishing 

4.9
(71 reviews)
 William Hilton Parkway 2, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926, United States–

Sara Mads Sport Fishing 

Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
–
40 ft
6
4.9
(71 reviews)

Come out and join our passion for fishing from Hilton Head Island aboard the Sara Madison.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Video games in the galley incase the fish aren't cooperating. Feel free to bring your own snacks for a boost of energy when needed!

Your excursion begins aboard a 40' Wellcraft 330 Coastal sportfishing vessel with room for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, all the essentials. There's a bathroom on board for your convenience. Capt. Mike has rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

Some essentials to bring are sunblock (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Get in touch with Capt. Mike below and start planning your trip today!

Come out and join our passion for fishing from Hilton Head Island aboard the Sara Madison.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Video games in the galley incase the fish aren't cooperating. Feel free to bring your own snacks for a boost of energy when needed!

Your excursion begins aboard a 40' Wellcraft 330 Coastal sportfishing vessel with room for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, all the essentials. There's a bathroom on board for your convenience. Capt. Mike has rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

Some essentials to bring are sunblock (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Get in touch with Capt. Mike below and start planning your trip today!

Michael G
Captain
Michael G
21 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
3 Hour Trip – Shark
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bonnethead)
Shark (Bull)
Shark (Atlantic Sharpnose)
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
Redfish
+6
US $695
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Amberjack
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Tarpon
+7
US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Snapper Banks
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
+8
US $2,100
Entire boat: up to 6 people
14 Hour Gulf Stream
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
14 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Wahoo
Grouper (Gag)
+1
US $3,300
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

4.9
71 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (112)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

Reviews (71)

  • Christopher Lepage
    Christopher Lepage
    Repeat angler
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fish On!

    4 Hour Trip on May 22, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

    We had a great experience with Capt Mike’s 4 Hour Fishing Charter for the 7 AM trip. The boat was very comfortable with plenty of shade, which made the morning enjoyable for everyone. Capt. Mike gave clear instructions throughout the charter and made the experience easy and fun, even for beginners. What stood out most was how attentive he was with my 10-year-old son. He took the time to help him throughout the trip, explain everything clearly, and make sure he felt involved and confident. You can tell he genuinely enjoys what he does and wants everyone to have a good experience. Highly recommend for families and anyone looking for a relaxed, enjoyable fishing trip.

  • Bryan Fagerstrom
    Bryan Fagerstrom
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Hilton Head Experience.

    4 Hour Trip on March 13, 2026 • 4 adults

    We fished a bit out of season (mid-March), so the action was slower than usual. Even so, Capt. Mike did everything he could to get us on some fish and made sure everyone had a chance to catch one. In the end, everyone brought a fish into the boat, even if they were smaller than what we’re used to catching back in Minnesota. For us, it was simply great to be out on the water together. It was also nice being on a larger boat. The water was fairly choppy the day we went out, and the size of the boat made the trip much more comfortable and provided some protection on a cooler day. Thanks, Capt. Mike, for a great time on the water!

  • Mallory Clark
    Mallory Clark
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Such a fun experience!

    6 Hour Trip PM - Midshore Sunset on July 10, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 children

    first off - Captain Mike was awesome! he inseantly made us feel welcome and as if we had knowm him for years. my 10 year old son was catching little sharks left and right. we caught 2 nice size sharks that we kept and grilled, they were so good!! i would absolutely recommend to anyone that might be thinking about doing this trip!!!

  • Darren Thompson
    Darren Thompson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip - Bad Weather

    4 Hour Trip on March 15, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

    Captain Mike was excellent! Great company, and extremely knowledgeable. We had some mild weather to manage and Capt. Mike knew just how to handle, changing course and navigating to calmer waters to ensure our trip was comfortable. The big fish did not cooperate but, we still caught fish and learned a lot. He’s great with kids on their first offshore trip. Can’t wait till our next trip with Capt. Mike on the Sara Madison!

  • Rob Wilson
    Rob Wilson
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    4 Hour Trip - 11:00 AM on July 14, 2026 • 3 adults

    there was three of us and we started catching fish right away! Captain Mike knew where to take us and we couldn’t have been happier! We are looking forward to booking our next trip further offshore!

  • Jake Hoey
    Jake Hoey
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day of fishing

    6 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM on July 13, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Mike was great and very knowledgeable. We caught some ring tails, cobia, lady fish and sea bass. The boat was very clean and organized. I look forward to booking again for our next trip.

  • Harold Maxwell
    Harold Maxwell
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip highly recommended

    3 Hour Trip – Shark - 11:00 AM on May 29, 2026 • 6 adults • 3 children

    We had three adults and three children. The kids did all the fishing and between them they caught nine fish, three each. Captain Mike was the best and we will do it again the next time we do a fishing trip.

  • Chris Smith
    Chris Smith
    Repeat angler
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the water

    8 Hour Trip on August 28, 2026 • 6 adults

    Caught a few cobia fish. had a couple big fish hooked but lost them. Captain and first mate are very knowledgeable and easy going! Would recommend to otthers. Thanks Captain Mike and Tyler.

  • Brian Alquist
    Brian Alquist
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip

    4 Hour Trip on June 5, 2026 • 6 adults • 3 children

    Captain Mike made every effort to make our trip a great experience. He was terrific with the kids, answered every question, and assured that we caught fish. Highly recommended.

  • Codie Ward
    Codie Ward
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Experience

    4 Hour Trip - 3:00 PM on June 11, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child

    Took my 7 year old son who loves all things outdoors. Captain Mike was knowledgeable and included/taught my son the entire time. Highly recommend this charter!

FAQs about Sara Mads Sport Fishing

Sara Mads Sport Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Shark (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Shark - 11:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Shark - 3:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $695 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $695 per group - 4 Hour Trip - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $695 per group - 4 Hour Trip - 3:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - 6 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $2,100 per group - 10 Hour Snapper Banks (10 hours)
  • US $3,300 per group - 14 Hour Gulf Stream (14 hours)
When you book a trip with Sara Mads Sport Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Full bathroom with running water.
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Sara Mads Sport Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Captain or mate may use a cast net or fish to catch live bait. This is included and is of no cost.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Will do our best to fillet your catch at the dock. Ice machine is available at fillet station to keep fillets cold)
  • Fishing license (The charter includes licenses to cover the boat's crew.)
Sara Mads Sport Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Trips range from 1 to 70 miles offshore depending on the trip you book.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
Sara Mads Sport Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Sara Mads Sport Fishing include:
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Black)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Michael G
Michael G
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States
ID & license verified
71 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2024
Angler's Choice
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Capt. Mike is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Using bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, jigging, and other techniques, you'll have a chance to catch Flounder, Blackfin Tuna and Black Grouper. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Michael G
Michael G
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Angler's Choice
71
reviews
2024
member since
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Capt. Mike is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Using bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, jigging, and other techniques, you'll have a chance to catch Flounder, Blackfin Tuna and Black Grouper. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Solo angler holding a large cobia aboard a center-console fishing boat offshore.
    Chris S.
    Chris S.
    Caught a few cobia fish. had a couple big fish hooked but lost them. Captain and first mate are very knowledgeable and easy going! Would recommend to otthers. Thanks Captain Mike and Tyler.
  • Angler proudly displaying a caught shark while on a fishing charter in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Bonnethead Shark
    Rob W.
    Rob W.
    there was three of us and we started catching fish right away! Captain Mike knew where to take us and we couldn’t have been happier! We are looking forward to booking our next trip further offshore!
  • Adult angler holding a large silvery snook aboard a fishing boat in open coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Scup (Porgy)
    Jake H.
    Jake H.
    Captain Mike was great and very knowledgeable. We caught some ring tails, cobia, lady fish and sea bass. The boat was very clean and organized. I look forward to booking again for our next trip.
  • Angler smiling while holding a small shark on a boat during a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Hammerhead Shark
    Doug M.
    Doug M.
    Good Day on the water. Captain Mike put us on fish on a slow day! I can’twait to get back out with him!
  • Angler proudly displaying a Hammerhead Shark while fishing on a boat, showcasing the unique features of this species.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Hammerhead Shark
    Mallory C.
    Mallory C.
    first off - Captain Mike was awesome! he inseantly made us feel welcome and as if we had knowm him for years. my 10 year old son was catching little sharks left and right. we caught 2 nice size sharks that we kept and grilled, they were so good!! i would absolutely recommend to anyone that might be thinking about doing this trip!!!
  • A young boy and an adult proudly displaying a caught shark while fishing on a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Blacktip Shark
    Codie W.
    Codie W.
    Took my 7 year old son who loves all things outdoors. Captain Mike was knowledgeable and included/taught my son the entire time. Highly recommend this charter!
  • A proud father and son duo displaying a large shark caught during their fishing trip, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bonnethead Shark
    Brian A.
    Brian A.
    Captain Mike made every effort to make our trip a great experience. He was terrific with the kids, answered every question, and assured that we caught fish. Highly recommended.
  • Young angler proudly holding a shark on a fishing boat, showcasing a successful catch during a family outing.
    Fish 1
    Bonnethead Shark
    Harold M.
    Harold M.
    We had three adults and three children. The kids did all the fishing and between them they caught nine fish, three each. Captain Mike was the best and we will do it again the next time we do a fishing trip.
  • Adult angler proudly holding a small shark aboard a center-console fishing boat on open coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
    Mark T.
    Mark T.
    captain Mike not only put us in the right spot he kept us in the action by efficiently keeping our lines in the water. Caught lots of Sharks!
  • Three anglers proudly displaying their catches of sharks while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Bonnethead Shark
    Tyler R.
    Tyler R.
    Capt. Mike was great. Made the trip fun and caught some decent fish. Highly Recommend the charter.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
40 ft
Year built
2005
Boat manufacturer
Wellcraft
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Volvo
Powered by
2 x 370HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Full bathroom with running water.
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Captain or mate may use a cast net or fish to catch live bait. This is included and is of no cost.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Will do our best to fillet your catch at the dock. Ice machine is available at fillet station to keep fillets cold
Fishing license
The charter includes licenses to cover the boat's crew.

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
We know children are hard the keep occupied. Will do our best to them engaged. 
You keep catch

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.

What’s biting in Hilton Head Island right now

CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
WahooWahoo

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