Champs Coastal Charters – New Bern
Champs Coastal Charters – New Bern
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Step aboard with Champs Coastal Charters and let’s go explore the Neuse River the right way, light tackle, laid-back vibe, and plenty of chances to bend a rod.
On our 4-hour, 6-hour, and 8-hour inshore trips, we’ll target Speckled Trout, Red Drum (Redfish), Flounder, and Striped Bass, depending on season and conditions. Some days we’re working creek mouths and current seams, other days it’s shell, drop-offs, or wind-blown banks the plan is always the same: keep you around fish and having fun.
Most of the fishing is done with light tackle, which makes every bite more exciting and is perfect for both beginners and experienced anglers. If you want to learn, I’m happy to walk you through what we’re doing and why. If you’d rather just cast, chill, and enjoy the ride, that works too.
Trips are family-friendly, and kids are welcome. Safety comes first life jackets are provided, and we’ll go over basic boat and fishing safety before we leave the dock.
You’ll be fishing from a comfortable bay boat set up for inshore work, with room for up to 4 anglers. The listed base price covers up to 3; a 4th angler is +$75. The boat is rigged with the gear and electronics needed for a productive day, and all rods, reels, tackle, and bait are included.
Step aboard with Champs Coastal Charters and let’s go explore the Neuse River the right way, light tackle, laid-back vibe, and plenty of chances to bend a rod.
On our 4-hour, 6-hour, and 8-hour inshore trips, we’ll target Speckled Trout, Red Drum (Redfish), Flounder, and Striped Bass, depending on season and conditions. Some days we’re working creek mouths and current seams, other days it’s shell, drop-offs, or wind-blown banks the plan is always the same: keep you around fish and having fun.
Most of the fishing is done with light tackle, which makes every bite more exciting and is perfect for both beginners and experienced anglers. If you want to learn, I’m happy to walk you through what we’re doing and why. If you’d rather just cast, chill, and enjoy the ride, that works too.
Trips are family-friendly, and kids are welcome. Safety comes first life jackets are provided, and we’ll go over basic boat and fishing safety before we leave the dock.
You’ll be fishing from a comfortable bay boat set up for inshore work, with room for up to 4 anglers. The listed base price covers up to 3; a 4th angler is +$75. The boat is rigged with the gear and electronics needed for a productive day, and all rods, reels, tackle, and bait are included.
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Customer reviews
Rating
Reviews (7)
Michelle Mccoy5.0VerifiedNewknowledgeable Captain
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 13, 2026 • 2 adultscaptain Chandler exceeded our expectations with his knowledge on, in, and around the Nuese River. Great morning on the Nuese!
Harry PietzRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat Experience
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 29, 2026 • 2 adultsHad a great day on the water. This was fishing trip with my son and Captain Chandler provided a great fishing experience. He knows these waters very well and put us on the fish.
Pete Northrop5.0VerifiedGreat time with Captain Chandler
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 15, 2026 • 2 adultsCaptian Chandler knows exactly where the best fishing spots are.
Jonathan LeeRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat time
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 6, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 childCaptain Chandler took us to multiple parts of the river to find fish. He was very knowledgeable about the river, fish, and their habitats. It was a great time. I’m
Chuck BradishRepeat angler5.0VerifiedFishing with Chandler
Half Day Trip (PM) on May 4, 2026 • 2 adults
Jim Reynolds5.0VerifiedMarch fishing trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on March 13, 2026 • 2 adults
Randal BonhamRepeat angler3.0VerifiedJust another Expensive Boat Ride.
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 3, 2026 • 1 adultnothing special to talk about
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All reviews (7)
captain Chandler exceeded our expectations with his knowledge on, in, and around the Nuese River. Great morning on the Nuese!
Had a great day on the water. This was fishing trip with my son and Captain Chandler provided a great fishing experience. He knows these waters very well and put us on the fish.
Thank you for the kind words Harry!
Captian Chandler knows exactly where the best fishing spots are.
Captain Chandler took us to multiple parts of the river to find fish. He was very knowledgeable about the river, fish, and their habitats. It was a great time. I’m
I enjoyed it, thanks again for joining!
FAQs about Champs Coastal Charters – New Bern
- US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
- US $850 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Live or cut bait will be provided and handled by the captain before clients board. )
- Lures
- Inshore fishing
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Popping
- Bass (Striped)
- Bluefish (Tailor)
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Speckled Trout
Your captain
New Bern, North Carolina, United States
Capt. Chandler is experienced in navigating the waters of Washington, North Carolina and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
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How cancellations work
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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:
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What’s biting in New Bern right now
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
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