Operating out of Ocean Isle Beach, Hey Now Charters strives to give you the best possible offshore fishing experience. They are a passionate crew with knowledgeable captains and first mates – Capt. William Mullins, Capt. George Mullins, and Capt. Justin Swaim.

Their boat is a 33’ Contender Tournament center console that can accommodate up to 6 anglers of all experience levels. Fitted with powerful twin 350 HP Yamaha motors, it will take you to the best fisheries in no time. Kept in mint condition, the vessel will provide you with a comfortable ride and plenty of space to move around as you reel in fish.

This fishing machine is packed to the gills with top of the line marine electronics and safety gear. It also features a portable toilet, outriggers, downriggers, a live bait tank, and an ice-box.

Hey Now Charters have tons of offshore and nearshore fishing experience and will do everything to put you on top of some of the hottest species in the area. Depending on the bite, you’ll have the opportunity to reel in Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Marlin, Tuna, Wahoo, Black Seabass, and so much more.

The captains will provide all the fishing gear needed for a productive day on the water, including live bait. The crew will clean and package your catch for you. Please note that mates work for tips and 15-25% is customary.

Hey Now Charters are family friendly and focused on providing anglers with a fun trip where they catch fish. Book a trip with them and find out why they have so many returning customers!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $900
    This incredible morning trip will include 6 hours of bottom fishing and trolling for the likes of Kingfish, Cobia, and many other interesting to catch species. Departure times are flexible. NOTE: fuel surcharge might apply. For more information, contact the captain.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,300
    8 hours is enough time to get to better quality fish than usual. You'll have the opportunity to reel in Kingfish, Cobia, Dolphin, and much more. This trip is great for bottom fishing and you'll also have the possibility to land Sailfish and Mahi Mahi. NOTE: fuel surcharge might apply. For more information, contact the captain.
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip (MAX 4)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $1,600
    With 10 hours on your hands, you'll have enough time to get to deeper waters, where the fish quality is unlike anywhere else. Target Dolphin, Kingfish, Cobia, Sailfish, Tuna and go wreck and artificial reef bottom fishing for great bottom species. NOTE: fuel surcharge might apply. For more information, contact the captain.
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream (MAX 4)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 1 - Jul 31
    US $2,000
    On this 12-hour adventure, you'll get to travel to the "Big Blue" water and chase some of the greatest sport fish out there! The trip details depend on the weather because of the travel distance. You'll get to target Dolphin, Wahoo, Tuna, Sailfish, and Marlin, among many others. The main techniques you'll be using are trolling and bottom fishing. NOTE: fuel surcharge might apply. For more information, contact the captain.
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FAQs about Hey Now Charters

Hey Now Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - 10 Hour Trip (MAX 4) (10 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream (MAX 4) (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Hey Now Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Porta Potti
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Hey Now Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Caught during the trip)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate (Work for tips, customary 20-25%)
  • Fishing License

Hey Now Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Up to 40 miles)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Hey Now Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Hey Now Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bluefish
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Sailfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

William Mullins
Holden Beach, North Carolina, United States
7 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
71 Customer reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since February 2018
Growing up near the coast, I have been fishing for 20 years offshore and nearshore. My father is from Panama and he and his father chartered fished down there. I’ve dreamed of doing this my whole life and getting to work on a dream is amazing! I absolutely love slow trolling for fall Kingfish but like all types of fishing – as long as we are on the water, my day is great. I'm a true people's person and can get along with everyone. My customers having a great time on my trips is my biggest priority. I'm very knowledgeable, so if you have questions on anything while we are out, feel free to ask – the only bad question is the one not asked. We might even exchange some good jokes.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Bluefish Bluefish
Cobia Cobia

Boat specs

Contender (Center console) originally built in 2008. Powered by 2 350HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
33 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Up to 40 miles
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Porta Potti
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Outriggers

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Caught during the trip
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Work for tips, customary 20-25%
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
No minimum age
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
Checks

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 70 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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6 hour trip with Captain Will and Mate George
6 hour trip with Captain Will and Mate George
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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George S.
OCEAN ISL BCH, NC
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6 hour trip with Captain Will and Mate George

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 1, 2023
We had a great trip on July 1st with Captain Will and mate George. We left right on time with Hey Now ready and waiting for...
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David K.
Reidsville, NC
Excellent
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Fish charter with hey now!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on June 19, 2023
First off this crew is amazing. Taking the time to walk us thru every step of the way. We booked one last year and this one...
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Alan T.
Sunset Beach, NC
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Focused on my grandson

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 19, 2023
The trip was great. I took my grandson and they treated him like a king. They made this a trip to remember. Caught plenty of...
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Jacob M.
Collinsville, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with William

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on June 1, 2023
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Michael W. O.
Calabash, North Carolina
Excellent
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Full day with Hey Now

VERIFIED   10 Hour Trip (MAX 4) on June 9, 2021
Our party of 5 went out for a full day with Captain Will and George yesterday.  These guys made sure that our trip was fun...
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