Discover why Outer Banks fishing is some of the best in the world, with Uptick Charters in North Carolina. Choose from a variety of trips offered by an experienced and dedicated crew, and come indulge in this fisherman’s paradise!

Welcome aboard "Uptick", a fast and smooth-riding custom built Catamaran powered by twin 250 HP Yamaha engines. With a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots, you can spend more time fishing and less time getting to the fishing grounds.

This vessel is prepared for the best of North Carolina fishing. On board you will find GPS and Fishfinder, outriggers, a flybridge, and a fighting chair. All the fishing gear you need is provided, and the ship’s first mate is standing by to help your trip go smoothly.

When fishing on board this vessel, you will be both well-equipped and comfortable. Up to 6 anglers can enjoy the boat’s spacious salon, while the onboard toilet and a bed provide the means to keep up your stamina while fishing the Outer Banks.

Capt. Mike and his first mate are ready to take you anywhere from 3 to 25 miles offshore. Whether you’re chasing a trophy in the Gulfstream or looking for a catch to grace your dinner table, Outer Banks fishing has it all.

Select an inshore fishing trip and troll for Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and Cobia when in season. Or venture offshore and troll the Gulfstream for Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Wahoo. If these don’t suit your interest, spend a day bottom fishing the deep sea for Amberjack, Tilefish, Black Seabass, and more.

Uptick Charters provides a fishing license, bait, and all tackle. All you have to bring is your lunch and sunscreen! A customary tip for the first mate (15-20%) is the best way to show your appreciation for all the hard work that goes into providing this top-notch North Carolina fishing experience.

Come try your hand at some of the world’s finest fishing today!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 30
    US $795
    Troll within 3 miles of shore for Spanish Mackerel and Bluefish on this 4-hour fishing adventure! On this trip, you will also be able to sight cast for migrating Cobia in spring and early summer. A fishing license and all gear are included.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:15 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 30
    US $795
    Head out on a 4-hour afternoon trip and troll the waters 3 miles from shore for the likes of Spanish Mackerel and Bluefish. In spring and early summer you can also sight cast for migrating Cobia! All of your gear and a fishing license is included.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Shark Fishing
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 11:15 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Oct 1
    US $895
    We run about 5 miles offshore and set up a chum line for sharks. Bring your camera to record some real excitement when the reel starts to scream and you see them up close. We supply all the bait, rods and fishing license. We can take up to 6 persons on this trip
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Drift Fishing
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Inshore
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,450
    This trip includes 8 and a half hours of inshore fishing for Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, and Cobia in spring and early summer. You'll have plenty of time to reel in your limits and explore a few different spots. No need to worry about gear – your captain covers that, just be sure to bring any drinks and snacks you'd like to enjoy.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
  • Private trip
    Full Day Shark
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $1,750
    We go 5 to 15 miles out and set a chum line for multiple species of shark. Hammerheads, Blacktip and spinner sharks
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Deep Sea
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 1
    US $2,150
    On this 8-hour fishing adventure, you'll bottom fish for Tilefish, Amberjack, Sea Bass, and Cobia when in season. You can also search the weed lines to reel in a Mahi Mahi. A fishing license and all gear are provided. Bring any drinks and snacks you'd like to enjoy and you're ready to go!
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Offshore/Gulfstream
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    9 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Oct 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $2,350
    Troll the Gulfstream for Tuna, Dolphin, and Wahoo on this epic 8-hour trip. On your way to your fishing grounds, you'll also search the weed lines for Mahi Mahi and Cobia, when in season. A fishing license and all gear are provided, just bring a lunch!
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
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FAQs about Uptick Charters

Uptick Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $795 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $795 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $895 per group - Half Day Shark Fishing (5 hours)
  • US $1,450 per group - Full Day Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,750 per group - Full Day Shark (8 hours)
  • US $2,150 per group - Full Day Trip – Deep Sea (8 hours)
  • US $2,350 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore/Gulfstream (9 hours)

When you book a trip with Uptick Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Uptick Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • First Mate (A 15-20% tip is customary)
  • Fishing License

Uptick Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Uptick Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Uptick Charters include:
  • Bluefish
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tilefish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Mike Tierney
Manteo, North Carolina, United States
7 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
76 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2017
Captain Mike Tierney has been fishing the blue water off the Outer Banks for almost 25 years. He's got decades of experience in both inshore and offshore waters, and he grew up doing a lot of sound and inlet fishing too. Capt. Mike strives to provide everything you'll need for a memorable trip, including tackle, expert advice, and solid fishing action.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bluefish Bluefish
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Seabass (Black) Black Seabass
Shark (Blacktip) Blacktip Shark

Boat specs

Atlay Cougar Cat (Catamaran) originally built in 2005. Powered by 2 250HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
36 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
First Mate
A 15-20% tip is customary
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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 3.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 7 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (17)
Uptick Charters fishing trip to the Gulf Stream
Uptick Charters fishing trip to the Gulf Stream
Uptick Charters fishing trip to the Gulf Stream
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
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Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
86%
Appropriate for children
83%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
50%
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Dawn R.
Brandywine, MD
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Uptick Charters fishing trip to the Gulf Stream

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Offshore/Gulfstream on July 30, 2019
Our family had the perfect day for fishing!  I highly recommend Captain Mike Tierney and Uptick Charters.  We spent a whole...
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Zachary B.
Lynchburg, Virginia
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Full day offshore with captain Mike.

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Deep Sea on August 16, 2018
Awesome day on the water with Captain Mike and his mate Todd. Ended up changing the original plan to get where the fish are(but...
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Susan H.
Norfolk, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with captain mike

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on June 24, 2019
We had a great day out on the water catching lots of fish.
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Kevin M.
North Royalton, Ohio
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Terrific trip, few fish.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) on August 23, 2017
Captain Mike and his mate were terrific - especially with the two kids on the trip.  Worked very hard to get us in the position...
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Scott M.
United States
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on August 17, 2017
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