18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters 

4.9/5 (3 reviews)
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 2000 Sailfish Drive slip 10, Manteo, NC 27954, United States

18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters 

Manteo, NC, United States
45 ft
6
4.9/5 (3 reviews)

Book your next adventure with 18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters and see why anglers keep coming back!

With over 20 years of experience fishing the East Coast, Captain Chris Owens (USCG OUPV certified) brings serious knowledge and passion to every trip. He got his start as a mate at Bridge Tender Marina in Wilmington, NC while attending UNCW, where he honed his skills and competed in top tournaments like the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament and the White Marlin Open. After seasons chasing sailfish in West Palm Beach and running his own boat, Chris joined the 18 Reeler crew and now fishes full-time out of Pirates Cove.  Chris' mate Brandon also brings well over 20 years of fishing experience on the East Coast and fishing in places such as Florida and the Bahamas.  They have over 40 years experience between them and will make sure your time on the water is an amazing experience.

Depending on the season, these waters are known for Yellowfin Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Mahi, Wahoo, Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Cobia, Red Drum, and more.

You'll be fishing aboard the 18 Reeler, a Custom Carolina sportfish powered by twin Cummins diesels, cruising comfortably at 23 knots. With a wide 16' beam and Carolina flare, she delivers a smooth, dry ride offshore. The boat is fully equipped with modern electronics, premium tackle, and an air-conditioned salon with seating, TV and stereo and a private restroom for your comfort.

Everything you need is included: rods, reels, tackle, bait, and lures, plus your fishing license. The experienced crew will handle the details so you can focus on the action.

Just bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and your favorite food and drinks, and get ready for an unforgettable day on the water.

Join 18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters in Manteo and make it happen!

Book your next adventure with 18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters and see why anglers keep coming back!

With over 20 years of experience fishing the East Coast, Captain Chris Owens (USCG OUPV certified) brings serious knowledge and passion to every trip. He got his start as a mate at Bridge Tender Marina in Wilmington, NC while attending UNCW, where he honed his skills and competed in top tournaments like the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament and the White Marlin Open. After seasons chasing sailfish in West Palm Beach and running his own boat, Chris joined the 18 Reeler crew and now fishes full-time out of Pirates Cove.  Chris' mate Brandon also brings well over 20 years of fishing experience on the East Coast and fishing in places such as Florida and the Bahamas.  They have over 40 years experience between them and will make sure your time on the water is an amazing experience.

Depending on the season, these waters are known for Yellowfin Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Mahi, Wahoo, Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Cobia, Red Drum, and more.

You'll be fishing aboard the 18 Reeler, a Custom Carolina sportfish powered by twin Cummins diesels, cruising comfortably at 23 knots. With a wide 16' beam and Carolina flare, she delivers a smooth, dry ride offshore. The boat is fully equipped with modern electronics, premium tackle, and an air-conditioned salon with seating, TV and stereo and a private restroom for your comfort.

Everything you need is included: rods, reels, tackle, bait, and lures, plus your fishing license. The experienced crew will handle the details so you can focus on the action.

Just bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and your favorite food and drinks, and get ready for an unforgettable day on the water.

Join 18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters in Manteo and make it happen!

18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters
Charter Operator
18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters
26 years of experience
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''Booze cruise''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
US $450
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
US $825
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Extended morning
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Cobia
Seabass (Black)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
+2
US $1,150
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Extended afternoon
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Cobia
Seabass (Black)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
+2
US $1,150
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Seabass (Black)
Bluefish (Tailor)
+3
US $1,550
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Tilefish/tower trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Triggerfish (Gray)
Tilefish
US $1,850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
11 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
Sailfish
+6
US $2,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.9
3 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Andrew Roth
Andrew Roth
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great Trip suited for our family!
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore on June 25, 20264 adults1 child

First off I want to say about how great Chris, and Brandon were with my son! They put us on as many fish as we could handle!! After trying the first spot and coming up empty handed. We headed to the next spot and, IT WAS ON! Amberjack galore, we brought in more than we could keep track of to the boat, and some tanks to and broke a few off! After they wore us out on AJs. We trolled for some mahi. The guys asked if we wanted troll for some Spanish so my son could reel in a few and put us right on the fish again and we caught a bunch of spanish and some big ones once again. I can’t thank Capt Chris and Brandon enough!!!

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

thanks guys for the business amd the great review. look forward to seeing tou guys again!

Doug McFarland
Doug McFarland
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
New
Fishing with Chris
Half Day Trip – Inshore on July 9, 20265 adults1 child

18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thanks Doug, we really appreciate the business!

Orlando Barbour
Orlando Barbour
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
June fishing trip
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore on June 6, 20262 adults

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Great having you guys aboard for a great day on the water!

FAQs about 18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters

18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - ''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''Booze cruise'''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''' (3 hours)
  • US $825 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $825 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $825 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore - 10:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $825 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $825 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore - 3:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group - Extended afternoon (6 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group - Extended morning (6 hours)
  • US $1,550 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,850 per group - Tilefish/tower trip (8 hours)
  • US $2,800 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (11 hours)
When you book a trip with 18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with 18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Yes we provide bait)
  • Lures
  • First mate (Mate Brandon Schaffer has over 20 years of experience up and down the east coast fishing. He will make your day awesome on the water!)
  • Fishing license (Fishing license are covered by the boat)
18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Offshore trips range from 30-50 normally)
  • Wreck fishing
18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with 18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters include:
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Redfish
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters
18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters
18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters

Manteo, North Carolina, United States

14 Fishing Reports
3 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2026

Chris has over 20 years of fishing experience up and down the east coast. He first began mating and working at the Bridge Tender Marina in Wilmington, NC while at school at UNCW. While there, he gained tons of knowledge and began fishing tournaments such as The Big Rock and The White Marlin Open. He also fished in West Palm Beach for a couple winters chasing sailfish. After that he went on to purchase his own boat and fishing on his own, before joining the 18 Reeler crew. Chris has fished privately over the past few years on the 18 Reeler. They were able to land a spot on the Pirates Cove chater fleet this year and are looking forward to full time fishing. Chris has a passion for fishing and loves to see people catch fish and having a blast on the water. Come take a trip with Chris and see what its all about!!

14 Fishing Reports
3 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2026

Chris has over 20 years of fishing experience up and down the east coast. He first began mating and working at the Bridge Tender Marina in Wilmington, NC while at school at UNCW. While there, he gained tons of knowledge and began fishing tournaments such as The Big Rock and The White Marlin Open. He also fished in West Palm Beach for a couple winters chasing sailfish. After that he went on to purchase his own boat and fishing on his own, before joining the 18 Reeler crew. Chris has fished privately over the past few years on the 18 Reeler. They were able to land a spot on the Pirates Cove chater fleet this year and are looking forward to full time fishing. Chris has a passion for fishing and loves to see people catch fish and having a blast on the water. Come take a trip with Chris and see what its all about!!

The fish you can target

Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Redfish
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Bigeye Tuna
Bigeye Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
45 ft
Year built
1993
Restored in
2026
Boat manufacturer
Willis Custom Yachts
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins diesel
Powered by
2 x 430HP
Max cruising speed
24 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Offshore trips range from 30-50 normally
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Yes we provide bait
Lures
First mate
Mate Brandon Schaffer has over 20 years of experience up and down the east coast fishing. He will make your day awesome on the water!
Fishing license
Fishing license are covered by the boat

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
No age limits for children
You keep catch

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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:

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Manteo right now

Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)Marlin (White)
RedfishRedfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Tuna (Bigeye)Tuna (Bigeye)
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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