STOLAT Fishing Charters 

4.9
(196 reviews)
 Harbor Road 708, Wanchese, NC 27981, United States–

STOLAT Fishing Charters 

Wanchese, NC, United States
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42 ft
6
4.9
(196 reviews)

Explore the amazing fishing opportunities of the Outer Banks with STOLAT Fishing LLC. Gulf Stream, Deepwater Wreck/Bottom, or Inshore Ocean – STOLAT has a trip for you.

STOLAT Fishing Charters welcomes any angler to fish with them. Captain Paul and his mate have over 40 years of experience and take pride in providing the right trip for you and your group. Whether you are a seasoned fisherman, beginner, or family group with young children, you're in good hands.

STOLAT offers a large variety of trips. The Gulf Stream Trip is the ultimate fishing adventure, and lets you experience big game fishing at its finest. This trip targets Tuna, Marlin, Dolphin (Mahi), and Wahoo.

Fill your cooler with delicious fish on a Deepwater Wreck/Bottom trip. This is STOLAT's Specialty. Definitely our most productive trip which seasonally targets Tilefish, Black Seabass, Snowy Grouper, and Triggerfish.

If you prefer a shorter boat ride, we offer 4, 6, and 8-hour inshore ocean trips. Seasonally, these trips will target Spanish and King Mackerel, Bluefish, Ribbonfish, Cobia, False Albacore, or maybe even sharks.

Your trip includes everything necessary for fishing – all rods, tackle, bait, and plenty of ice for your catch. The professional mate will help you every step of the way, and dockside fish cleaning is always available.

You'll fish aboard a clean, fast and comfortable 42' Twin Diesel Sportfishing Boat. There is plenty of room to move around in the spacious cockpit, an air-conditioned cabin, and a clean private head which is not available on many smaller Outer Banks charter boats.

Come fish with a professional, experienced crew. We are a full-sized ocean fishing boat, not a small, outboard guide boat. STOLAT always prioritizes your comfort and safety and does not take people out in bad sea conditions. Their business was built on offering quality fishing trips to meet your fishing expectations and your budget.

Let's go fishing!

Explore the amazing fishing opportunities of the Outer Banks with STOLAT Fishing LLC. Gulf Stream, Deepwater Wreck/Bottom, or Inshore Ocean – STOLAT has a trip for you.

STOLAT Fishing Charters welcomes any angler to fish with them. Captain Paul and his mate have over 40 years of experience and take pride in providing the right trip for you and your group. Whether you are a seasoned fisherman, beginner, or family group with young children, you're in good hands.

STOLAT offers a large variety of trips. The Gulf Stream Trip is the ultimate fishing adventure, and lets you experience big game fishing at its finest. This trip targets Tuna, Marlin, Dolphin (Mahi), and Wahoo.

Fill your cooler with delicious fish on a Deepwater Wreck/Bottom trip. This is STOLAT's Specialty. Definitely our most productive trip which seasonally targets Tilefish, Black Seabass, Snowy Grouper, and Triggerfish.

If you prefer a shorter boat ride, we offer 4, 6, and 8-hour inshore ocean trips. Seasonally, these trips will target Spanish and King Mackerel, Bluefish, Ribbonfish, Cobia, False Albacore, or maybe even sharks.

Your trip includes everything necessary for fishing – all rods, tackle, bait, and plenty of ice for your catch. The professional mate will help you every step of the way, and dockside fish cleaning is always available.

You'll fish aboard a clean, fast and comfortable 42' Twin Diesel Sportfishing Boat. There is plenty of room to move around in the spacious cockpit, an air-conditioned cabin, and a clean private head which is not available on many smaller Outer Banks charter boats.

Come fish with a professional, experienced crew. We are a full-sized ocean fishing boat, not a small, outboard guide boat. STOLAT always prioritizes your comfort and safety and does not take people out in bad sea conditions. Their business was built on offering quality fishing trips to meet your fishing expectations and your budget.

Let's go fishing!

Paul Lesiewicz
Captain
Paul Lesiewicz
35 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
Half Day Trip – Inshore Ocean/Sound
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:30 AM)
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 30
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Bluefish (Tailor)
+3
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Inshore Sharks
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:30 AM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 30
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bull)
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Inshore Ocean
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 30
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Inshore Ocean
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 30
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day – Wreck / Deepwater Bottom
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Dec 31
Seabass (Black)
Tilefish
Grouper (Snowy)
US $2,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Offshore/Gulf Stream Big Game Fish
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 6 - Dec 31
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
+4
US $2,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour – Offshore Shark Adventure
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 30
US $2,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
196 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (245)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
94%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
88%
Caught fish

Reviews (196)

  • Dan B
    Dan B
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Good catch!

    6 Hour Trip – Inshore Ocean on May 27, 2026 • 4 adults

    I have been fishing in the OBX for years and after the last few years I made it a point to find a new captain. I explicitly stated I did not want to come back with nothing but blue fish. Obviously there is no way to just catch one type of fish in the ocean and Paul let helped give other suggestions like offshore and wreckage trips. However, we were more keen to stay inshore on this trip. All in all we caught 4 blues and the others were spanish mackerel (what I was looking for). I am not sure if we just got lucky or this was due in part to captain Paul knowing the area so well. Either way I couldn’t have been happier with our trip and would recommend him to others! Little Paul was great too! Oneal’s was also fantastic for fresh fish we did not catch and wanted.

  • Lauri Nichols
    Lauri Nichols
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    a good time

    Half Day Trip – Inshore Ocean/Sound - 10:30 AM on June 29, 2026 • 4 adults

    Both Captain Paul and First Mate Paul were friendly and accommodating. Captain Paul was communicative before the trip and the first mate was a wealth of knowledge during. Great trip for beginners. At some times we had all four fishing poles with catch on them. Wear sunscreen and comfy clothes. Flip flops were fine. We caught blue fish and spanish mackerel.

  • Jason Hulvey
    Jason Hulvey
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Awesome Crew!!!

    6 Hour Trip – Inshore Ocean on October 26, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    No fish today, but it was still a great trip! 🎣 The crew was awesome, the boat was great, and they made the best of the rough ocean. We’d definitely go again!

  • Alisha Adkins
    Alisha Adkins
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip!

    Half Day Trip – Inshore Ocean/Sound - 10:30 AM on June 11, 2026 • 6 adults

    Had an amazing fishing trip with Captain Paul and First Mate Paul! Both were friendly, knowledgeable, and worked hard to make sure everyone had a great time. The fishing was excellent, and their friendly attitude made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend booking a trip with them!

  • Brad Arter
    Brad Arter
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day of fishing.

    Offshore/Gulf Stream Big Game Fish on May 18, 2026 • 2 adults

    It was a slow start but we ended up catching more fish than all the other boats. Caught Wahoo and Mahi trolling and topped it off with Tile fish and Sea Bass. Captain and Mate worked hard to make it happen. Very pleased. Charlie did a great job cleaning fish for us at a reasonable rate.

  • Megan Reed
    Megan Reed
    Repeat angler
    us
    Connecticut, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great crew!

    Half Day Trip – Inshore Ocean/Sound on October 10, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Paul and his mate, also Paul, are excellent people. They made my husband and I feel comfortable and were eaay to talk to. We caught bluefish and spanish mackerel. The boat was clean, spacious, well-equipped and has a bathroom! We will definitely book with Stolat again!!

  • Douglas Atkins
    Douglas Atkins
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Atlantic sharpnose sharks

    Half Day Trip – Inshore Sharks on August 11, 2026 • 6 adults

    We had about 8-9 on the line. Caught 6. Kept 3. Fillet them at the dock. Took them to Sam & Omie’s to eat. Captain Paul and his First Mate Paul were great. Nice boat. Large lounge for anyone needing to get out of the sun. Great for family or buddy fishing.

  • Jared Highfield
    Jared Highfield
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captian Paul and Brian took good care of us with some good fish.

    Half Day Trip – Inshore Ocean/Sound on July 30, 2026 • 5 adults

    Nice 4 hour trip inshore. We caught some Spanish mackerel and blues. Great trip with a crew who has plenty of experience in the industry. Highly recommend this crew!

  • Jason Hunt
    Jason Hunt
    Repeat angler
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2019
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    the Stollat crew catches fish - even when its tough

    Offshore/Gulf Stream Big Game Fish on May 19, 2026 • 6 adults

    Special thanks to the Stolat team - the Pauls certainly working for it this may.

  • Natalia Taylor
    Natalia Taylor
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time and a lot of fish

    Half Day Trip – Inshore Ocean/Sound - 10:30 AM on August 12, 2025 • 6 adults • 2 children

    We recently went on a fishing trip and had an amazing experience! Our captain was incredibly knowledgeable, knowing exactly where to take us so the fish were biting. We caught plenty and had a great time from start to finish. One thing that really stood out was how considerate the captain was, especially since we had a young child with us. He made sure to keep things safe and fun for everyone, even taking a moment to stop and give our little one the chance to pull in his own fish — which absolutely made his day! Between the great fishing, the captain’s expertise, and the thoughtful touches that made the trip enjoyable for all ages, we couldn’t have asked for a better day on the water. Highly recommend!

FAQs about STOLAT Fishing Charters

STOLAT Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $700 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore Ocean/Sound (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore Ocean/Sound - 10:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore Sharks (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore Sharks - 10:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore Ocean (6 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - Full Day Trip – Inshore Ocean (8 hours)
  • US $2,200 per group - Full Day – Wreck / Deepwater Bottom (8 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group - 10 Hour – Offshore Shark Adventure (10 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group - Offshore/Gulf Stream Big Game Fish (10 hours)
When you book a trip with STOLAT Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed Head, with sink
  • Air conditioning Plus Heat for Seasonal Comfort
  • Fighting chair Scoponich 130 class; two sailfish chairs
  • GPS 2. Furuno and Garmin
  • Fishfinder Furuno and Garmin
  • Flybridge
  • Kitchen
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box 1000 lb Fish Box
  • Radar Furuno 32 Mile
Trips booked with STOLAT Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Depending on the type of fish we're targeting, might require live bait, in that case, we will provide it, or catch it during the trip. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Available at Dock for a Fee)
  • First mate (Professional life long fisherman)
  • Fishing license (Yes, we have a Blanket License, that covers up to our six passenger limit.)
STOLAT Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (Fishing within sight of land. )
  • Nearshore fishing (Basically the same as Inshore)
  • Offshore fishing (Fishing the Gulfstream)
  • Reef fishing (Bottom Fishing; Tilefish and Sea Bass)
  • Wreck fishing (Fishing the many Wrecks for Sea Bass)
STOLAT Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with STOLAT Fishing Charters include:
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tilefish
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Paul Lesiewicz
Paul Lesiewicz
Wanchese, North Carolina, United States
29 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
196 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2017
STOLAT Fishing LLC is operated by Captain Paul A. Lesiewicz. Paul has over 35 years of combined Charter, Headboat and Commercial Fishing experience. Captain Paul K. Lesiewicz (Retired), Paul's Father is a trusted advisor with over 60 years Charter and Headboat experience. Originally from Long Island NY, as manager he takes great pride in fitting the right to trip to your party. He knows fishing and how to meet your fishing expectations. His many years experience ranges from Bottom fishing to Sharks with an emphasis on Wreck Fishing. Your Captain Paul A. Lesiewicz has 30 years Outer Banks experience as a Captain and Mate. Captain Paul A. is experienced in all types of fishing. He welcomes the chance to provide all his customers the opportunity to experience all types of great Outer Banks fishing.
Our Team
Paul A. L.
Paul A. L.
Captain
Paul Lesiewicz
Paul Lesiewicz
Fully verified
29
reports
196
reviews
2017
member since
~1h
response
STOLAT Fishing LLC is operated by Captain Paul A. Lesiewicz. Paul has over 35 years of combined Charter, Headboat and Commercial Fishing experience. Captain Paul K. Lesiewicz (Retired), Paul's Father is a trusted advisor with over 60 years Charter and Headboat experience. Originally from Long Island NY, as manager he takes great pride in fitting the right to trip to your party. He knows fishing and how to meet your fishing expectations. His many years experience ranges from Bottom fishing to Sharks with an emphasis on Wreck Fishing. Your Captain Paul A. Lesiewicz has 30 years Outer Banks experience as a Captain and Mate. Captain Paul A. is experienced in all types of fishing. He welcomes the chance to provide all his customers the opportunity to experience all types of great Outer Banks fishing.
The crew
Paul A. L.
Paul A. L.
Captain

The fish you can target

Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Tilefish
Tilefish
Bigeye Tuna
Bigeye Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin

Real catches by this captain

  • Child standing on the stern deck of a fishing boat underway, with mounted rods, rod holders, and open ocean behind.
    Jason H.
    Jason H.
    No fish today, but it was still a great trip! 🎣 The crew was awesome, the boat was great, and they made the best of the rough ocean. We’d definitely go again!
  • Several fish stored on crushed ice inside a large cooler.
    Fish 1
    Bluefish (Tailor)
    Megan R.
    Megan R.
    Captain Paul and his mate, also Paul, are excellent people. They made my husband and I feel comfortable and were eaay to talk to. We caught bluefish and spanish mackerel. The boat was clean, spacious, well-equipped and has a bathroom! We will definitely book with Stolat again!!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a caught shark on a fishing charter in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Blacktip Shark
    Douglas A.
    Douglas A.
    We had about 8-9 on the line. Caught 6. Kept 3. Fillet them at the dock. Took them to Sam & Omie’s to eat. Captain Paul and his First Mate Paul were great. Nice boat. Large lounge for anyone needing to get out of the sun. Great for family or buddy fishing.
  • Two adult anglers stand behind a large display of freshly caught silver fish arranged on a marina dock, with a charter sign visible in the background.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    A little slow this morning, with a lot of throw backs, but we made the best outta it.
  • A young woman proudly displaying her catch, a Spanish Mackerel, while fishing on a boat in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Jared H.
    Jared H.
    Nice 4 hour trip inshore. We caught some Spanish mackerel and blues. Great trip with a crew who has plenty of experience in the industry. Highly recommend this crew!
  • Group of anglers posing behind multiple fish neatly arranged on a wet marina dock with ice after a charter fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • A woman proudly displaying her catch, a Silverfish, while enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Lauri N.
    Lauri N.
    Both Captain Paul and First Mate Paul were friendly and accommodating. Captain Paul was communicative before the trip and the first mate was a wealth of knowledge during. Great trip for beginners. At some times we had all four fishing poles with catch on them. Wear sunscreen and comfy clothes. Flip flops were fine. We caught blue fish and spanish mackerel.
  • Angler displaying a freshly landed tuna-like fish aboard a center-console fishing boat, with the offshore water visible behind him.
    Fish 1
    Blackfin Tuna
    Brian L.
    Brian L.
    Once again, they listened to what I was interested in catching and then worked really hard to make it happen. They tried different places, rigs, etc., and not only did I have a blast, but I have a bunch of fish for the freezer. Besides all that, the boat is comfortable, and this father-son team are both so nice, respectful, and hard working.
  • Group of anglers posing beside multiple freshly caught fish arranged on a dock at a coastal charter marina, with a Stolat charter sign and contact numbers visible.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Alisha A.
    Alisha A.
    Had an amazing fishing trip with Captain Paul and First Mate Paul! Both were friendly, knowledgeable, and worked hard to make sure everyone had a great time. The fishing was excellent, and their friendly attitude made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend booking a trip with them!
  • A variety of fish laid out on the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip, with a person in the background preparing to store them.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Dan B.
    Dan B.
    I have been fishing in the OBX for years and after the last few years I made it a point to find a new captain. I explicitly stated I did not want to come back with nothing but blue fish. Obviously there is no way to just catch one type of fish in the ocean and Paul let helped give other suggestions like offshore and wreckage trips. However, we were more keen to stay inshore on this trip. All in all we caught 4 blues and the others were spanish mackerel (what I was looking for). I am not sure if we just got lucky or this was due in part to captain Paul knowing the area so well. Either way I couldn’t have been happier with our trip and would recommend him to others! Little Paul was great too! Oneal’s was also fantastic for fresh fish we did not catch and wanted.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
1985
Restored in
2015
Boat manufacturer
Topaz Custom
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
24 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed Head, with sink
Air conditioning
Plus Heat for Seasonal Comfort
Fighting chair
Scoponich 130 class; two sailfish chairs
GPS
2. Furuno and Garmin
Fishfinder
Furuno and Garmin
Flybridge
Kitchen
Outriggers
Ice box
1000 lb Fish Box
Radar
Furuno 32 Mile
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Depending on the type of fish we're targeting, might require live bait, in that case, we will provide it, or catch it during the trip.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Available at Dock for a Fee
First mate
Professional life long fisherman
Fishing license
Yes, we have a Blanket License, that covers up to our six passenger limit.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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
Children of all ages welcome
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible
Yes but must be loaded separately

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:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Wanchese right now

Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)Marlin (White)
SailfishSailfish
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
TilefishTilefish
Tuna (Bigeye)Tuna (Bigeye)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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