Carly A Sportfishing offers year-round Gulf Stream Charters out of Oregon Inlet in the Outer Banks of NC, departing from Pirate’s Cove Marina. Captain Jon Weiss has over 20 years of fishing experience, so he has the knowledge to make sure your trip is productive.

the Carly A, a 57’ Johnson Boatworks flybridge boat. It is a seaworthy fishing machine powered by twin 800 HP Caterpillar engines. It is rigged with state-of-the-art navigational electronics and was built with safety in mind. The boat can accommodate up to 6 anglers.

With the local waters world-renowned for excellent sportfishing opportunities and the crew that was born to fish, you have all the chances to have the time of your life. Each trip comes with everything you need to make an outstanding catch. You will have tournament-grade tackle and bait, as well as a license.

Leave all your problems and worries behind! The local waters are home to a variety of fish species. Whether you are looking for a special day with your friends and family or just want to catch the big one, the crew got you covered. On your day out, you will be going for Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Blackfin, Bluefin, Yellowfin, and Bigeye Tuna.

You only need to bring something to eat and drink, your camera, appropriate clothing, and a cooler to take your catch home.

Join Carly A Sportfishing and have an unforgettable time fishing in the prolific waters of North Carolina!



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  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Gulf Stream
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Feb 1 - Nov 30
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,600
    Our Gulf Stream Charters are about 36 miles one way. We will run further if we have to. There is always something to catch here. February and March are good for catching Giant Bluefin Tuna. April, May, June can get see you fishing for Yellowfin Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, and Mahi-Mahi. July and August are ideal to fill the ice-chest with a mix of various species. September is usually the best month for White Marlin fishing. In October, the Yellowfin bite picks up.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Bluefin)
    Bluefin Tuna
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Tuna (Bigeye)
    Bigeye Tuna
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 45 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
82%
Appropriate for children
83%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
81%
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Alexander M.
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Best boat to fish with!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Gulf Stream on June 2, 2024
We started out early and fished all day. The big was great the crew new what they where doing and the captain new where the...
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Michael D.
Cherryville, NC
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Awesome Full Day Trip - Grateful to the Crew

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Gulf Stream on August 14, 2021
Captain Jon really handled business.  He was down for reasons outside of his control, but brought in Captain Justin to handle...
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John L.
Chesterfield, VA
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Full day offshore

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Gulf Stream on August 23, 2021
Had a great time on the Carly A!  I knew I picked the right boat!  The captain put us on the fish, just had a hard time getting...
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Chris M.
Elizabeth City, NC
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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4.0 / 5
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Full day for Tuna

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Gulf Stream on June 6, 2021
Boat was amazing. Had good a/c and was very comfortable inside. Had a slow day unfortunately but that’s part of the game...
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Lindsay S.
Edgewater, MD
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AMAZING DAY with Capt Jon

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Gulf Stream on July 12, 2021
For a rough time of the season, Capt Jon and his Mate Justin did us well!! We totaled at 9 tunas and a 1/2 marlin. The boat...
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FAQs about Carly A Sportfishing

Carly A Sportfishing offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $2,600 per group - Full Day Trip – Gulf Stream (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Carly A Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet enclosed & private
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair 3 fighting chairs
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radio
  • Radar

Trips booked with Carly A Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First Mate (Our mate works for tips. 15 to 20% is customary)
  • Fishing License (Fishing license is included)

Carly A Sportfishing offers the following type of fishing:
  • Offshore Fishing (Distance varies depending where the fishing is)

Carly A Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Carly A Sportfishing include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Charter Operator

Carly A Sportfishing
Manteo, North Carolina, United States
67 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
45 Customer reviews
Response time 6 hours
Member since September 2014
Captain Jon Weiss has over 20 years of fishing experience. With his vast knowledge and enthusiasm, he specializes in offshore fishing, targeting Tuna, Marlin, Mahi Mahi, and Wahoo. Captain Jon's preferred fishing style is trolling with ballyhoo.
Our Team
Brian S.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin
Marlin (White) White Marlin
Sailfish Sailfish

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
57 ft
Year built
2003
Boat manufacturer
Johnson Boatworks
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
2 x 800HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots

Types of fishing

Offshore Fishing
Distance varies depending where the fishing is

Fishing techniques

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
enclosed & private
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
3 fighting chairs
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
First Mate
Our mate works for tips. 15 to 20% is customary
Fishing License
Fishing license is included

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Minimum age is 10 years old
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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

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