Grandpa Charters – Shrimp & Crab 

4.9/5 (89 reviews)
 708 Harbor Road - Outer Banks Marina, Wanchese, NC 27981, United States

Grandpa Charters – Shrimp & Crab 

Wanchese, NC, United States
40 ft
6
4.9/5 (89 reviews)

Grandpa Charters operates out of the historic fishing town of Wanchese, NC, offering exciting fishing experiences that everyone can enjoy. The species you will be focusing on during time aboard are Shrimp and Crab. These guys are as fun to catch as they are great to eat, and they make for the perfect fishing day for family groups or friends.

Every year during the summer and fall, incredible numbers of these tasty critters come swarming into the sheltered waters which surround the town. To make the most of this, Grandpa charters offer trips to suit any schedule, with charters ranging from 2 through 8 hours allowing everyone to get their fill of these armored delicacies. PLEASE NOTE: Shrimp typically are not caught until after July 1st and usually stay around through the Fall. 

Capt. Russell's 40' Northshore fishing boat is the perfect vessel for an enjoyable and productive day catching tasty Shrimp and Crab. Built for a life of hard service on the high seas, the vessel provides a safe and stable environment that is perfect for kids. It comes equipped with everything you will need for your day on the water, and features a comfortable interior and a head for extra comfort on longer trips.

The captain comes from a long line of commercial fishermen, and has spent his entire life at sea. He knows these waters like no other captain around, and has the experience and the skill to assure you spend a trouble-free day on the water. Add to that his great boat, and the sheer number of delicious seafood just waiting to be hauled in, and you have the recipe for a truly special day out.

So what are you waiting for? Grab your cooler, grab your camera, and head over to Wanchese for some action-packed fun – you'd better make space in the freezer, though, because you will be coming back with more than even the whole family can eat at once!

Explore the waters of North Carolina with Grandpa Charters and have an unforgettable fishing adventure!

Grandpa Charters operates out of the historic fishing town of Wanchese, NC, offering exciting fishing experiences that everyone can enjoy. The species you will be focusing on during time aboard are Shrimp and Crab. These guys are as fun to catch as they are great to eat, and they make for the perfect fishing day for family groups or friends.

Every year during the summer and fall, incredible numbers of these tasty critters come swarming into the sheltered waters which surround the town. To make the most of this, Grandpa charters offer trips to suit any schedule, with charters ranging from 2 through 8 hours allowing everyone to get their fill of these armored delicacies. PLEASE NOTE: Shrimp typically are not caught until after July 1st and usually stay around through the Fall. 

Capt. Russell's 40' Northshore fishing boat is the perfect vessel for an enjoyable and productive day catching tasty Shrimp and Crab. Built for a life of hard service on the high seas, the vessel provides a safe and stable environment that is perfect for kids. It comes equipped with everything you will need for your day on the water, and features a comfortable interior and a head for extra comfort on longer trips.

The captain comes from a long line of commercial fishermen, and has spent his entire life at sea. He knows these waters like no other captain around, and has the experience and the skill to assure you spend a trouble-free day on the water. Add to that his great boat, and the sheer number of delicious seafood just waiting to be hauled in, and you have the recipe for a truly special day out.

So what are you waiting for? Grab your cooler, grab your camera, and head over to Wanchese for some action-packed fun – you'd better make space in the freezer, though, because you will be coming back with more than even the whole family can eat at once!

Explore the waters of North Carolina with Grandpa Charters and have an unforgettable fishing adventure!

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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
89 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (95)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
99%
Caught fish

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Dwayne Dickerson
Dwayne Dickerson
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
4.0
Verified
Grandpas Charter
4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 21, 20256 adults

Grandpas 4 hour Trawling trip was as described. We caught 130lbs of shrimp with time left over. I was unprepared for the amount of shrimp. There is a place at the dock that will process it for you. $2 a pound on arrival . They de-head, vacuum seal in 2-lb packages and flash freeze. At pickup it is another $2 a pound. I would do it again, but i would be better prepared next time.

Greg Jenkins
Greg Jenkins
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Lots of SHRIMP!!!
4 Hour Trip (10.30AM) on July 24, 20255 adults

Russell and Mike was very knowledgeable and professional.

Gary Hastings
Gary Hastings
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
July fishing trip
6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 14, 20252 adults

Reported catch:
Shrimp
Response from Captain

Thanks Gary, we had a great time with you and your family!

Jason Peoples
Jason Peoples
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Can’t Wait to Go Back!
4 Hour Trip (10.30AM) on May 26, 20255 adults1 child

Typically, getting crabs is not something one talks about. However, we left with a bushel and a half of blue crabs, and a few fish after our 4 hour tour with Grandpa (Russell) and Mike, the mate. Can’t share enough how enjoyable the charter was and how much my family preferred it over other charters we’ve taken. We learned a lot about crabbing, why we could t keep the flounder, and the OBX in general. Highly recommend him and will be going back for shrimp soon.

Reported catch:
Crab
Curtis Nash
Curtis Nash
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Awesome Shrimping Trip
4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 24, 20254 adults

We booked this trip as something different to do and it did not disappoint. Capt Russell and Mike were great even with our two daughters (8/10), this is a hands on charter and we absolutely loved it! We are already planning to go back later this year!!

Reported catch:
Shrimp

Trip availability and prices

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2 hr. Shrimp and crab
2 hour trip multiple starting times (10:30 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Aug 31 (Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $440
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (10.30AM)
4 hour trip starts at 10:30 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (PM)
4 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (AM)
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (PM)
6 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
89 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (95)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
99%
Caught fish

All reviews (89)

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Showing 15 of 89 reviews
Dwayne Dickerson
Dwayne Dickerson
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
4.0
Verified
Grandpas Charter
4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 21, 20256 adults

Grandpas 4 hour Trawling trip was as described. We caught 130lbs of shrimp with time left over. I was unprepared for the amount of shrimp. There is a place at the dock that will process it for you. $2 a pound on arrival . They de-head, vacuum seal in 2-lb packages and flash freeze. At pickup it is another $2 a pound. I would do it again, but i would be better prepared next time.

Greg Jenkins
Greg Jenkins
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Lots of SHRIMP!!!
4 Hour Trip (10.30AM) on July 24, 20255 adults

Russell and Mike was very knowledgeable and professional.

Gary Hastings
Gary Hastings
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
July fishing trip
6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 14, 20252 adults

Reported catch:
Shrimp
Response from Captain

Thanks Gary, we had a great time with you and your family!

Jason Peoples
Jason Peoples
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Can’t Wait to Go Back!
4 Hour Trip (10.30AM) on May 26, 20255 adults1 child

Typically, getting crabs is not something one talks about. However, we left with a bushel and a half of blue crabs, and a few fish after our 4 hour tour with Grandpa (Russell) and Mike, the mate. Can’t share enough how enjoyable the charter was and how much my family preferred it over other charters we’ve taken. We learned a lot about crabbing, why we could t keep the flounder, and the OBX in general. Highly recommend him and will be going back for shrimp soon.

Reported catch:
Crab
Curtis Nash
Curtis Nash
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Awesome Shrimping Trip
4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 24, 20254 adults

We booked this trip as something different to do and it did not disappoint. Capt Russell and Mike were great even with our two daughters (8/10), this is a hands on charter and we absolutely loved it! We are already planning to go back later this year!!

Reported catch:
Shrimp

FAQs about Grandpa Charters – Shrimp & Crab

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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
18.5 knots
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