Catch and Cruise NC 

4.9/5 (22 reviews)
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 109 Causeway Drive, Wilmington, NC 28480, United States

Catch and Cruise NC 

4.9/5 (22 reviews)
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109 Causeway Drive
Wilmington, NC, United States
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Catch and Cruise NC welcomes you to the stunning waters of Wilmington. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Gabriel knows them forwards and back.

There's no guarantee when you're fishing, but just some of the species you can catch around here include Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Amberjack, Bluefish, Skipjack, Mahi Mahi, Gag Grouper, Wahoo, Blackfin Tuna, Vermilion Snapper, Scup (Porgy), Bull Shark, and more, depending on the season. On the day of your trip you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. For the more adventurous among you, there's bow-fishing.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. And, you can't go wrong with snacks!

Your vessel for the day is a 29' World Cat that can carry up to 6 passengers (4-5 for best comfort). It has outriggers, downriggers, all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. It's customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation.

Don't forget to bring sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. There will be some bottled water on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own drinks. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks provided on board.

Now's the time to experience fishing in Wilmington for yourself, with Catch and Cruise NC

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 22 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (32)

Fishing with Gabriel
Fishing with Gabriel
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Angler rating

21
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

92%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

95%

Caught fish

90%

Showing 1 - 5 of 22 reviews
Showing: 5 of 22 reviews
Conrad L.
Conrad L.

Hallandale, Florida

5.0/5

May 25, 2025

4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (Mid Day)

Solid Trip! Gabe Knows His Stuff!

Went out with Captain Gabe for a 4-hour inshore trip and had an awesome time. Super chill guy, but also really knowledgeable, you can tell he’s been doing this a while. He put us right on the fish within the first 30 minutes. Caught a mix of snook and mangrove snapper, and even hooked into a nice redfish. Boat was clean, gear was solid, and Gabe was super patient showing my buddy (first-timer) how to cast and handle the rod. If you're looking for a no-BS fishing trip with a captain who actually knows the local waters and wants you to have a good time, book with Gabe. We’re already planning to come back for a full-day offshore next time.

Went out with Captain Gabe for a 4-hour inshore trip and had an awesome time. Super chill guy, but also really knowledgeable,...  

 Conrad L. recommends Catch and Cruise NC

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 Conrad L. recommends Catch and Cruise NC

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Amanda A.
Amanda A.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

5.0/5

Apr 12, 2025

6 Hour Trip – Nearshore (Early AM)

Sunrise fishing trip!

Absolutely loved this experience! The sunrise was stunning, the water was calm, and our guide was fantastic, super knowledgeable and friendly. We caught plenty of fish and learned a lot. Totally worth the early wake-up. We booked a half day, near shore charter and the kids had a blast catching Spanish mackerel and Gabe even cleaned our catch, while we had lunch at a restaurant on the water. Thanks again! I will be recommending you to friends!

Absolutely loved this experience! The sunrise was stunning, the water was calm, and our guide was fantastic, super knowledgeable...  

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Replied on June 10, 2025
Thanks for booking, I’m glad you enjoyed the trip.

Ryan B.
Ryan B.
5.0/5

Jun 14, 2025

5 Hour Trip – Sharks (Late Morning)

Awesome time captain helped us and the kids alot.

VERIFIED

This was one of the best times on a charter we've ever had. I've been on a few of them myself, but this was my son's first one. The captain made it very memorable. We all caught sharks, and other different species we ask to see. Everyone had a good time kids included. I'm not sure exactly what we were hoping for exactly. I do know that it was definitely more than that though I'd definitely book here again.

This was one of the best times on a charter we've ever had. I've been on a few of them myself, but this was my son's first one....  

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Bryan B.
Bryan B.
5.0/5

Aug 24, 2025

5 Hour Trip – Sharks (Late Morning)

Captain Gabriel was 100% correct to cancel our trip!

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Gabriel from the moment I booked was in constant contact. Even till an hour before. He called me and said it’s really bad out there. 2 boats capsized that day exactly where we would have been. Thank you Sir. Re - booked for 2 wks. Keep you posted.

Gabriel from the moment I booked was in constant contact. Even till an hour before. He called me and said it’s really bad out...  

 Bryan B. recommends Catch and Cruise NC

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 Bryan B. recommends Catch and Cruise NC

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Jesse W.
Jesse W.
5.0/5

Aug 25, 2025

4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (8am)

Action packed fishing trip

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As soon as we got out to our fishing spot we were immediately catching fish. The captain was full of energy and we almost pulled in a huge barracuda. What a great action packed day on the water. Thank you again!

As soon as we got out to our fishing spot we were immediately catching fish. The captain was full of energy and we almost pulled...  

 Jesse W. recommends Catch and Cruise NC

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 Jesse W. recommends Catch and Cruise NC

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Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (7am)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (8am)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (Mid Day)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:30 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Sharks (Late Morning)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Sharks (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore (Early AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,100 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,150 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Gulf Stream Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $2,400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
14 Hour Gulf Stream Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
14 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $2,600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
24 Hour Trip – Offshore/Gulf Stream
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24 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $3,600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 22 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (32)

Fishing with Gabriel
Fishing with Gabriel
Fishing with Gabriel
+29

Angler rating

21
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

92%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

95%

Caught fish

90%

Showing 1 - 5 of 22 reviews
Showing: 5 of 22 reviews
Conrad L.
Conrad L.

Hallandale, Florida

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Solid Trip! Gabe Knows His Stuff!

4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (Mid Day) on May 25, 2025

Went out with Captain Gabe for a 4-hour inshore trip and had an awesome time. Super chill guy, but also really knowledgeable, you can tell he’s been doing this a while. He put us right on the fish within the first 30 minutes. Caught a mix of snook and mangrove snapper, and even hooked into a nice redfish. Boat was clean, gear was solid, and Gabe was super patient showing my buddy (first-timer) how to cast and handle the rod. If you're looking for a no-BS fishing trip with a captain who actually knows the local waters and wants you to have a good time, book with Gabe. We’re already planning to come back for a full-day offshore next time.

Went out with Captain Gabe for a 4-hour inshore trip and had an awesome time. Super chill guy, but also really knowledgeable, you can tell he’s been doing this a while. He put us right on the fish within the first 30 minutes. Caught a mix of snook and mangrove snapper, and even hooked into a nice redfish. Boat was clean, gear was solid, and Gabe was super patient showing my buddy (first-timer) how to cast and handle the rod. If you're looking for a no-BS fishing trip with a captain who actually...  

 Conrad L. recommends Catch and Cruise NC

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Amanda A.
Amanda A.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Sunrise fishing trip!

6 Hour Trip – Nearshore (Early AM) on April 12, 2025

Absolutely loved this experience! The sunrise was stunning, the water was calm, and our guide was fantastic, super knowledgeable and friendly. We caught plenty of fish and learned a lot. Totally worth the early wake-up. We booked a half day, near shore charter and the kids had a blast catching Spanish mackerel and Gabe even cleaned our catch, while we had lunch at a restaurant on the water. Thanks again! I will be recommending you to friends!

Absolutely loved this experience! The sunrise was stunning, the water was calm, and our guide was fantastic, super knowledgeable and friendly. We caught plenty of fish and learned a lot. Totally worth the early wake-up. We booked a half day, near shore charter and the kids had a blast catching Spanish mackerel and Gabe even cleaned our catch, while we had lunch at a restaurant on the water. Thanks again! I will be recommending you to friends!  

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 Amanda A. recommends Catch and Cruise NC

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 10, 2025
Thanks for booking, I’m glad you enjoyed the trip.

Ryan B.
Ryan B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome time captain helped us and the kids alot.

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip – Sharks (Late Morning) on June 14, 2025

This was one of the best times on a charter we've ever had. I've been on a few of them myself, but this was my son's first one. The captain made it very memorable. We all caught sharks, and other different species we ask to see. Everyone had a good time kids included. I'm not sure exactly what we were hoping for exactly. I do know that it was definitely more than that though I'd definitely book here again.

This was one of the best times on a charter we've ever had. I've been on a few of them myself, but this was my son's first one. The captain made it very memorable. We all caught sharks, and other different species we ask to see. Everyone had a good time kids included. I'm not sure exactly what we were hoping for exactly. I do know that it was definitely more than that though I'd definitely book here again.  

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Bryan B.
Bryan B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Captain Gabriel was 100% correct to cancel our trip!

VERIFIED
NEW

5 Hour Trip – Sharks (Late Morning) on August 24, 2025

Gabriel from the moment I booked was in constant contact. Even till an hour before. He called me and said it’s really bad out there. 2 boats capsized that day exactly where we would have been. Thank you Sir. Re - booked for 2 wks. Keep you posted.

Gabriel from the moment I booked was in constant contact. Even till an hour before. He called me and said it’s really bad out there. 2 boats capsized that day exactly where we would have been. Thank you Sir. Re - booked for 2 wks. Keep you posted.  

 Bryan B. recommends Catch and Cruise NC

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Jesse W.
Jesse W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Action packed fishing trip

VERIFIED
NEW

4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (8am) on August 25, 2025

As soon as we got out to our fishing spot we were immediately catching fish. The captain was full of energy and we almost pulled in a huge barracuda. What a great action packed day on the water. Thank you again!

As soon as we got out to our fishing spot we were immediately catching fish. The captain was full of energy and we almost pulled in a huge barracuda. What a great action packed day on the water. Thank you again!  

 Jesse W. recommends Catch and Cruise NC

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FAQs about Catch and Cruise NC

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Catamarans
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2004
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
World Cat
Boat type
Catamaran

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