Calabash Fishing Fleet – Miss Calabash

Calabash Fishing Fleet is a full-service charter company operating out of Calabash, NC. They own and operate a range of spacious, well-equipped charter vessels which can carry large groups out in search of even larger fish!

You will be spending the day aboard the “Miss Calabash”, a 46’ Atlantic fishing boat built in 1991 and powered by twin Cummins diesels up to a respectable 20 knots. The vessel is able to carry 16 anglers out in search of tasty fish and is loaded with tech and equipment to bring in the best of them once you’re in place.

The vessel has GPS, fishfinder, and the experienced Captain Lee, who will use all these gadgets to make sure you stick to the best spots like glue. The boat has a livewell which you can load up with fresh live bait (caught on the trip) and quality Penn tackle to let you hold your own against whatever the ocean throws at you.

And that could be pretty much anything depending on where you fish. The Miss Calabash travels 60+ miles offshore on her longest runs, and even in the shallows, there are plenty of hard-fighting fish to choose from.

Inshore species include Seatrout, Flounder, Black Bass, and King Mackerel. Offshore, you could hook anything from big Grouper and Snapper to monster Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, and Wahoo. Wherever you are, you’ll find plenty of freezer-fillers and some serious fights, too!

At the end of your trip, all your catch will be cleaned and filleted, ready to take home and enjoy. A customary tip of 15-20% is expected to reward the hard-working crew. They will certainly earn it!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    4 Hour–Specialty Charter (AM) MAX15
    In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $170
    For those that enjoy a smaller group charter, this is a fishing trip geared for you! 7-15 passengers max on the boat simply means more action and less tangled fishing lines.
  • Shared trip
    4 Hour–Specialty Charter (PM) MAX15
    Just booked! Last booked: 9 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $170
    For those that enjoy a smaller group charter, this is a fishing trip geared for you! 7-15 passengers max on the boat simply means more action and less tangled fishing lines.
  • Shared trip
    3/4 Day Specialty Fishing Charter
    In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    1 Day Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    Seasonal trip (Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $190
    This 6 hour trip is limited to 20 passengers!! More room, more keepers and variety of species! Drift Line incouded on this trip!!
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Giant)
    Giant Seabass
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Tiger)
    Tiger Shark
    Grunt
    Grunt
  • Shared trip
    Gulf Stream Trip 16 passengers max
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    11 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Nov 30 (Wed, Fri, Sat)
    US $350
    This 11 hour excursion is a bountiful one! Great selection of species…. Primarily bottom fishing for Grouper, Snapper, Trigger, Rudders, Grunts, Jolts, Jacks, giant Sea Bass… Taking turns with drift lines for mahi, king’s and cobia!!!
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Jack (Almaco)
    Almaco Jack
    Jack (African Pompano)
    African Pompano Jack
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
    Grouper (Snowy)
    Snowy Grouper
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Private Trip Nearshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $700
    Spend the morning catching Black Bass, Blues, Gray Snapper, Sharks, Mackerel, and much more. This trip will focus on either trolling or bottom fishing to bring in some big, tasty fish.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Private Trip Nearshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US $700
    Head out for an afternoon of fun-filled fishing, targeting anything from Black Bass, and Grey Snapper to Sharks, Mackerel, and much more. During this trip, you can focus on trolling or bottom fishing, whichever you prefer.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip - Nearshore/Offshore
    In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $825
    Head up to 20 miles out to target a huge range of species. Troll or bottom fish the day away, with a couple more hours to bring in even more delicious freezer-fillers. Species include King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, Black Seabass, Sharks, Gray snapper, Flounder and Seatrout.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip - Offshore
    In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,300
    Head up to 30 miles out to troll and bottom fish for King Mackerel, Snapper, Black Seabass, Grunts, Rudderfish, Triggerfish, Little Tunny, Sharks and a lot more good eating fish. Fun for the whole family!
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $2,050
    Head 50-65 miles offshore to spend the day trolling and bottom fishing for Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin and Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Sailfish, Grouper, Vermillion and Red Snapper, Joltheads, Porgies, Grunts, and so much more. An incredible day of fishing!!
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FAQs about Calabash Fishing Fleet – Miss Calabash

Calabash Fishing Fleet – Miss Calabash offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $85 per person - 4 Hour–Specialty Charter (AM) MAX15 (4 hours)
  • US $85 per person - 4 Hour–Specialty Charter (PM) MAX15 (4 hours)
  • US $95 per day per person - 3/4 Day Specialty Fishing Charter (1 day)
  • US $175 per person - Gulf Stream Trip 16 passengers max (11 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Private Trip Nearshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Private Trip Nearshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $825 per group, additional US $60 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip - Nearshore/Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group, additional US $75 per person after 6 guests - 8 Hour Trip - Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $2,050 per group, additional US $100 per person after 6 guests - 12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Calabash Fishing Fleet – Miss Calabash, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Calabash Fishing Fleet – Miss Calabash include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Quality Penn equipment)
  • Live Bait (Caught on the trip.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Calabash Fishing Fleet – Miss Calabash offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Calabash Fishing Fleet – Miss Calabash offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Calabash Fishing Fleet – Miss Calabash include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Charter Operator

Calabash Fishing Fleet
Calabash, North Carolina, United States
ID & license verified
498 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 2018
The Calabash Fishing Fleet operates a string of awesome vessels, each more impressive than the last and all helmed by experienced guides. With decades of experience and one of the largest fleets in the state, Calabash Fishing Fleet is a name you can trust to get you on some epic catches both inshore and offshore. Captain Robert Taylor is the proud owner of the company, and he's also a guide. Thanks to his 30 years of experience, he knows just how to get people on the fish in no time, and after running charters for 16 years, you better believe he knows exactly what needs to be done for you to have a fishing trip of a lifetime.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Boat specs

Atlantic (Sportfishing) originally built in 1991. Powered by 2 450HP Cummins engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots.

Length
46 ft
Capacity
16 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
Enclosed.
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Refrigerator

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Quality Penn equipment
Live Bait
Caught on the trip.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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
All ages welcome.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
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
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 197 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.4 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (130)
March fishing trip
March fishing trip
Great crew, great trip.
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
86%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
87%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
92%
Caught fish
76%
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Morgan W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing trip in June

VERIFIED   4 Hour–Specialty Charter (PM) MAX15 on June 26, 2023
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Charles A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip in June

VERIFIED   4 Hour–Specialty Charter (AM) MAX15 on June 2, 2023
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David B.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Robert

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Specialty Fishing Charter on July 27, 2023
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Tracie K.
Mt. Juliet, TN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with capt. Jordan

VERIFIED   4 Hour–Specialty Charter (PM) MAX15 on July 6, 2023
Jordan, great trip my friend. I’m the one who left to get some money for yours and Nate’s tip. One machine was O/S and...
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Matt N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip with lots of fish

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip - Nearshore/Offshore on July 5, 2023
We went out on a 6 hour trip with Jordan and Nate. Nate was great with the 8 kids and making conversation with the adults,...
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