Grandpa Charters 

4.8/5 (53 reviews)
 Harbor Road 708, Wanchese, NC 27981, United States

Grandpa Charters 

4.8/5 (53 reviews)
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Harbor Road 708
Wanchese, NC, United States

Grandpa Charters is a family-owned and operated business, which offers fun-focused fishing experienced running May through October, fishing both inshore and offshore for a huge variety of species, from Redfish and Sheepshead all the way up to Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Marlin.

The “Grandpa” is a 40’ Northshore fishing boat which has served faithfully since 1998, and still makes for a world-class fishing platform. Equipped with everything from the latest electronics, to outriggers and a fighting chair, it’s easily adaptable to any style of fishing.

Having been designed and built specifically as a fishing vessel, the boat excels both inshore and offshore, and has plenty of space on deck for up to 6 guests. The vessel also has a large flybridge for you to take in the view, and a head for extra comfort on longer trips.

With trips ranging anywhere from two to ten hours, and targeting species as diverse as Flounder and Tuna, you would expect a variety of equipment to tailor each trip to the fish you are after. That is exactly what you get, with light and heavy tackle, and the option to troll, drift, bottom fish, spin, and even spearfish to make sure you land what you are after!

Most of all, the thing that makes the crew special is the level of experience and skill with which each trip is run. Captain Russell is a 3rd generation captain, and he and his mate have over 50 years of experience between them. This means you are in safe and capable hands, that you can trust them to make sure you have a fun and productive trip every time.

All trips come with tackle, bait, and licenses for everyone on board, so all you have to do is turn up and have fun!

Join Grandpa Charters and experience a North Carolina fishing adventure you won’t forget!

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Rating

4.8
53 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience
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What anglers say

89%
Great experience
93%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
84%
Caught fish

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Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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February 2026
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Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip – Nearshore (6AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
US $770
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Nearshore (10:30AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 10:30 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $770
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Nearshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Aug 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $770
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Aug 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Extended Full Day – Ocean Wreck
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
10 Hour Trip
starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 31
US $2,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Rating

4.8
53 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience
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What anglers say

89%
Great experience
93%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
84%
Caught fish

All reviews (53)

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FAQs about Grandpa Charters

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
40 ft
Year built
1998
Boat manufacturer
Northshore
Boat type
Pilothouse

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
21 knots
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