Captain Duke Charters offers family friendly trips out of Nags Head, NC. You can join Capt. Duke and his First Mate fishing the Outer Banks on any day of the week but Sunday. Come aboard for a day of fishing that is fun for all! 

You will fish aboard a 35’ Bruno Stillman powered by a 400 HP Caterpillar engine. This vessel comes equipped with advanced fishing technology and all the gear you need. On board you will find a live bait well and an ice box to store your catch. A spacious cabin and a private toilet cater to your comfort. Four chairs in the cockpit provide a place to rest, while a friendly and hard working Mate will make sure your trip goes smoothly. There is room for six passengers aboard this boat and children of all ages are welcome.

While fishing with Capt. Duke you can explore the ocean sounds near Oregon Inlet or head more than 30 miles from shore. A half day trip is ideal for catching Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Spot, and many other species. A full day gives you the opportunity for deep drop fishing offshore, where you can target Seabass, Tilefish, Grouper, and more.

You will have a chance to try several different fishing techniques using rods, reels, and tackle that are provided for you. Electric reels are also available for easy fishing in deep water. You will likely be invited to join Capt. Duke on the bridge, where you can catch a glimpse of fishing from the captain’s perspective!

If you enjoy spending time on the Outer Banks but you aren’t in the mood for fishing, you can also join the crew for a sunset cruise. This two hour charter is a relaxing way to end your day with scenic views and local wildlife such as Pelicans and dolphins.

Captain Duke Charters provides a fishing license and all the gear you need. Come prepared for a fun day on the water that you and your family will remember fondly for years to come!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Dec 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $650
    Come aboard for half a day and catch Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Flounder, Spot, Trout, Croakers, Red Drum, Puppy Drum, and more. All gear and a fishing license are provided. The trip length is 4 and a half hours.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (11 AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Dec 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $650
    On this trip you can catch Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Trout, Flounder, Spot, Croakers, Puppy Drum, Red Drum, and more. A fishing license and all gear are provided. The trip length is 4 and a half hours.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (1 PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Dec 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $650
    On this trip you can catch Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Trout, Flounder, Spot, Croakers, Puppy Drum, Red Drum, and more. A fishing license and all gear are provided. The trip length is 4 and a half hours.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Dec 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,000
    This trip will have you going after Amberjack or trolling for King Mackerel, among other species. A fishing license and gear are provided.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Dec 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,400
    A full day trip offers you the opportunity to travel up to 30 miles offshore, where you can fish for Seabass, Tile, and Grouper, along with Amberjack and King Mackerel. A fishing license and gear are provided.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 449 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
88%
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Gerald B.
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Wonderful Afternoon of Fishing and Fun

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (11 AM) on August 27, 2024
We chose the 11am fishing excursion with Captain Duke and his first mate, Dillon.  It was a beautiful day and Captain Duke...
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Chris N.
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Great time with knowledgeable crew!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 16, 2024
A few dads and our boys were vacationing from NY.  We are not avid fishermen, but wanted the experience.  The half day of...
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Ben C.
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Wonderful Guide

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 26, 2024
Capt Duke and Gavin were so good to us and we had a great time. We’re a family of six, with kids age 18 to 7. Not experienced...
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Michael M.
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Incredible

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (11 AM) on June 5, 2024
Took my daughters 5 and 8 years old on a 4 hour charter and within 20 minutes we had lines out and within 30 minutes the bite...
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Jane M.
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Best Fishing Trip Ever

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (1 PM) on September 18, 2024
Our family has been doing these fishing trips for 5 years and this is the first time we’ve ever caught any fish!  19 in...
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FAQs about Captain Duke Charters

Captain Duke Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - Half Day Trip (11 AM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - Half Day Trip (1 PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Captain Duke Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Captain Duke Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn reels)
  • Live Bait (Prepped beforehand, also may be fished for on trip)
  • Lures
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Captain Duke Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

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

Top targeted fish species with Captain Duke Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Redfish
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tilefish

Your captain

Duke Spencer
Nags Head, North Carolina, United States
449 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since August 2017
Captain Duke is a fourth generation fisherman on the Outer Banks. He has 45 years of experience running charter vessels. Join him for the "thrill of the catch" and an experience your family will remember for years to come.
Our Team
Gaven C.
First mate

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Bluefish Bluefish
Cobia Cobia

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
35 ft
Year built
1980
Boat manufacturer
Bruno Stillman
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
1 x 400HP
Max cruising speed
18 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn reels
Live Bait
Prepped beforehand, also may be fished for on trip
Lures
First Mate
Fishing License

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Disabled Accessible

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 0.5% charge will apply.

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