Wanchese Fishing Charters

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29 ft

Up to 6 people

Waymaker Charters - F.V. Revival (29' cc)

4.9/5 (238 reviews)

Wanchese

Revival Fishing welcomes you to Wanchese, NC! Captain Lewis will take you on a fishing trip you’ll never forget.

"Four decades I’ve hunted whitetail, elk, wild boar, gator, turkey, rabbit, squirrel, quail, dove,pheasant,etc, fly fished for trout in West Virginia ." —⁠ James,

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US $325

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24 ft

Up to 6 people

Sea Jay Fishing Charters

5.0/5 (83 reviews)

Wanchese

Looking to go fishing in Wanchese? Then, Sea Jay Fishing Charters has a trip with your name on it! With Captain Ryan at the helm of his 24’ Privateer you’re in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

"We’ve been on several fishing charters over the years, but Sea Jay Fishing Charters with Captain Ryan stands out as the absolute best." —⁠ Jason,

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US $400

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Meet the Captain

22 ft

Up to 6 people

Waymaker Charters - Gratitude (22' Pontoon)

4.9/5 (328 reviews)

Wanchese

Waymaker Charters offers you sunset cruises and fishing trips on the beautiful Albemarle Sound. It’s got everything you need to catch a variety of prized species and have fun on the water.

"Second time booking with Waymaker Charters (Gratitude) and Captain Ryan." —⁠ Marc,

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US $275

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Angler's choice

34 ft

Up to 6 people

Fish Advisor - Wanchese

4.8/5 (42 reviews)

Wanchese

Wanchese has a fish with your name on it, so let Capt. Matt and the Fish Advisor help you catch it! With Captain Matt at the helm, you’re in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

"Our first time doing a fishing trip. We had an amazing time." —⁠ Susan,

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US $300

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25 ft

Up to 5 people

Riptide Charters

4.9/5 (383 reviews)

Wanchese

If you are looking for a trip of a lifetime, RipTide Charters is for you! They are a top-notch family-friendly charter service that puts you in the action located in Wanchese, NC.

"We met up with Capt Randy at 6am on a (really) hot day in late June 2025 for a 6 hour fishing trip." —⁠ Andrew,

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US $325

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Angler's choice

25 ft

Up to 6 people

Captain Froggy's Charter Fishing

4.8/5 (536 reviews)

Wanchese

Captain Froggy’s Charter Fishing is a sought after charter located in Wanchese, NC. Captain Froggy provides professional fishing trips that sell as hotcakes.

"Our group included mom, dad and our two boys 14 and 11. Captain Froggy was great with our boys and put us right on the sea trout." —⁠ Andrea,

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US $425

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Meet the Captain

22 ft

Up to 4 people

#1 Old North State Fishing 22’ HS

5.0/5 (54 reviews)

Wanchese

Old North State Fishing offers a family friendly, personalized fishing experience. We are located at Wanchese Marina in the historic fishing village of Wanchese.

"Where to start…Captain Andy was stellar right from the beginning." —⁠ Sarah,

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US $450

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43 ft

Up to 6 people

Silver Charters- Crab, Shrimp, Fish

5.0/5 (158 reviews)

Wanchese

Formerly Somerset Charters. Same great crew, just a new name! Spend a day with family and friends on the beautiful Croatan Sound as Captain John Silver takes you to his backyard fishing grounds.

"We were looking for a great, relaxing time. Captain John being a lifetime local knew exactly where to take us." —⁠ Becky,

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US $400

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Angler's choice

29 ft

Up to 6 people

Shoal Rider Fishing Charters

4.9/5 (62 reviews)

Wanchese

Explore the fish-rich waters around Wanchese, North Carolina and enjoy a fine day of fishing with Shoal Rider Fishing Charters.

"Thanks Captain Les for a great day on the water! Professional and knowledgeable which led to fish in the boat!" —⁠ Frank,

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US $550

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Angler's choice

32 ft

Up to 6 people

Miss Banx

5.0/5 (71 reviews)

Wanchese

Make an adventure out of your next trip to Wanchese and go fishing with Miss Banx.

"Captain Taylor & Captain Ed were welcoming from the get go; talkative, helpful, kind and humorous - what more could you ask for from a crew." —⁠ Billy,

4.6/5 (153 reviews)

Top deep sea fishing trips

Fishing Taxi Sportfishing is a company led by Captain Doug Sullivan, an experienced and knowledgeable angler. A 5th-generation fisherman, he has decades of experience fishing the Atlantic Ocean. The company sails out of Wanchese Marina in Wanchese, North

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US $550

Top-rated family fishing trips in Wanchese

27 ft

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up to 6

Reel Thang Charters OBX

4.9/5 (152 reviews)

Top-rated family fishing trips

Captian Will has charter fished for over 30 years in the Outer Banks. He is the ower and captian of Reel Thang Charters OBX that offers light tackle fishing trips on the Outer Banks and Oregon Inlet of North Carolina. The waters in and around Pamlico Soun

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US $400

24 ft

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up to 4

Outcast Fishing Charters OBX

4.9/5 (146 reviews)

Top-rated family fishing trips

Outcast Fishing Charters OBX offers to take you to some of the best fishing spots in the outer banks. Starting out of wanchese Marina and Oregon inlet, you and Captain Lance Luke can go inshore Roanoke, Albemarle, and pamlico sounds, And out of Oreg

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US $300

32 ft

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up to 6

Miss Banx

5.0/5 (71 reviews)

Top-rated family fishing trips

Make an adventure out of your next trip to Wanchese and go fishing with Miss Banx. You will be fishing with the only female Captain in the Safe Harbor fleet! We will target Redfish, Bluefish, Black Seabass, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, Flounder, Amberjack, an

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US $700

29 ft

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up to 6

Shoal Rider Fishing Charters

4.9/5 (62 reviews)

Top-rated family fishing trips

Explore the fish-rich waters around Wanchese, North Carolina and enjoy a fine day of fishing with Shoal Rider Fishing Charters. You’ll search inshore and nearshore waters as well as flats with Captain Les Toler, a cordial angler who knows how to mak

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US $550

43 ft

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up to 6

Silver Charters- Crab, Shrimp, Fish

5.0/5 (158 reviews)

Top-rated family fishing trips

Formerly Somerset Charters. Same great crew, just a new name! Spend a day with family and friends on the beautiful Croatan Sound as Captain John Silver takes you to his backyard fishing grounds. You’ll catch shrimp and crabs and create memories that

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US $400

22 ft

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up to 4

#1 Old North State Fishing 22’ HS

5.0/5 (54 reviews)

Top-rated family fishing trips

Old North State Fishing offers a family friendly, personalized fishing experience. We are located at Wanchese Marina in the historic fishing village of Wanchese. Uitilizing light tackle we will fish the waters of the Pamlico Sound where we catch an abunda

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US $450

25 ft

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up to 5

Riptide Charters

4.9/5 (383 reviews)

Top-rated family fishing trips

If you are looking for a trip of a lifetime, RipTide Charters is for you! They are a top-notch family-friendly charter service that puts you in the action located in Wanchese, NC. Captain Randy has over 12 years of professional experience offshore, nearsh

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US $325

29 ft

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up to 6

Waymaker Charters - F.V. Revival (29' cc)

4.9/5 (238 reviews)

Top-rated family fishing trips

Revival Fishing welcomes you to Wanchese, NC! Captain Lewis will take you on a fishing trip you’ll never forget. Whether you want to get an exciting ocean adventure or a more laid-back trip around the sound, you’ll find everything you need rig

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US $325

40 ft

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up to 6

Grandpa Charters – Shrimp & Crab

4.9/5 (89 reviews)

Top-rated family fishing trips

Grandpa Charters operates out of the historic fishing town of Wanchese, NC, offering exciting fishing experiences that everyone can enjoy. The species you will be focusing on during time aboard are Shrimp and Crab. These guys are as fun to catch as they a

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US $400

20 ft

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up to 4

Sounds Good Charters

4.8/5 (86 reviews)

Top-rated family fishing trips

Come aboard and enjoy a day of fishing together with Sounds Good Charters! You’ll have lots of fun exploring the inshore waters of Wanchese, North Carolina and chasing many different species that dwell in the area. Your Captain will give you all the

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US $300

Half-day fishing trips in Wanchese

20 ft

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up to 4

Carolina Sunrise / Cobiakiller

5.0/5 (24 reviews)

Half-day fishing trips

Carolina Sunrise – CobiaKiller is a charter dedicated to inshore and nearshore fishing on the beautiful Outer Banks of North Carolina. You will have a professionally guided trip by Captain Aaron Beatson, so bring the kids to learn or bring the pros

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US $350

40 ft

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up to 6

Grandpa Charters

4.8/5 (53 reviews)

Half-day fishing trips

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US $770

25 ft

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up to 4

Wet Kitty Charters – High Water Adventure

4.8/5 (79 reviews)

Half-day fishing trips

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US $700

23 ft

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up to 4

Reel Lucky OBX Charters

5.0/5 (22 reviews)

Half-day fishing trips

Reel Lucky OBX Charters is located in Wanchese and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. Pay it a visit and enjoy a family-friendly fishing trip nearshore. Capt. Marcus, former captain of Virginia Dare out of Pirates Cove for the last three

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US $350

35 ft

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up to 6

Sea Hunter 2 Sportfishing

4.9/5 (34 reviews)

Half-day fishing trips

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US $650

40 ft

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up to 6

Grandpa Charters – Shrimp & Crab

4.9/5 (89 reviews)

Half-day fishing trips

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US $400

45 ft

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up to 6

No Sweat Sportsfishing

4.7/5 (90 reviews)

Half-day fishing trips

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US $700

50 ft

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up to 25

Jill Louise Headboat – 50' Evans

4.9/5 (119 reviews)

Half-day fishing trips

The Jill Louise with Captain Dave can hold up to 30 people. The boat can hold large private or public groups. The $90 per person price is for a public trip. Jill Louise isn't your average Headboat; she’s agile and able to get you into the skinn

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US $180

41 ft

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up to 6

Hitman Sportfishing

4.7/5 (149 reviews)

Half-day fishing trips

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US $750

55 ft

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up to 6

Carrisma Sportfishing

4.9/5 (119 reviews)

Half-day fishing trips

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US $800

Top Targeted Species in Wanchese

Bluefish

Nearshore

Spanish Mackerel

Inshore

Cobia

Inshore

Redfish

Inshore

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Offshore

Yellowfin Tuna

Offshore

Wahoo

Nearshore

Blue Marlin

Offshore

Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Wanchese

What are the best private fishing charters in Wanchese?

According to customer reviews, some of the most popular fishing charters in Wanchese, North Carolina are:

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How much does it cost to go charter fishing in Wanchese?

The average price for a private 4 hour Wanchese fishing trip is US $580, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $1,523 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Which fishing charters in Wanchese are good for families?

Fishing charters in Wanchese that received great reviews from families are:

What are the top fish species I can catch in Wanchese?

The top 3 fish species targeted on guided fishing trips in Wanchese are:

What are the top fishing techniques in Wanchese?

The top 3 fishing techniques in Wanchese are:

What are the top types of fishing in Wanchese?

The top 3 types of fishing in Wanchese are:

Do Wanchese fishing charters provide rods, reels and tackle?

Many fishing charters in Wanchese provide rods, reels and tackle. Some of the top rated are:

Who are the best rated captains in Wanchese?

According to customer reviews on FishingBooker.com, some of the best rated charter captains in Wanchese are:

Who are the top awarded captains in Wanchese?

Who are the top awarded captains in Wanchese?

What fishing trips are offered by fishing charters in Wanchese?

Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Wanchese are:

2-hour fishing trips – US $336
3-hour fishing trips – US $475
4-hour fishing trips – US $541
5-hour fishing trips – US $725
6-hour fishing trips – US $727
7-hour fishing trips – US $800
8-hour fishing trips – US $960

Fishing in Wanchese

Wanchese Fishing Charters unlock access to North Carolina's legendary Outer Banks angling scene. Nestled on Roanoke Island, this historic fishing village serves as a premier gateway to diverse saltwater adventures. Its strategic location beside Oregon Inlet provides direct routes to the Gulf Stream's blue waters, where prized catches including yellowfin tuna, blue marlin, and mahi-mahi patrol offshore depths.

Inshore enthusiasts find rich opportunities across Roanoke Sound's protected waters, targeting speckled trout, red drum, and flounder around marshes and channels. The village's industrial fishing heritage translates to unparalleled local expertise, with captains leveraging generations of knowledge about seasonal migrations and productive reefs. Nearshore excursions deliver thrilling action with cobia, king mackerel, and amberjack frequenting artificial reefs just miles from shore.

Wanchese Marina functions as the operational hub for professional charters, offering modern fleets equipped for everything from family-friendly sound fishing to extended big-game expeditions. The destination's unique positioning allows anglers to easily transition between sheltered sound fishing, nearshore wrecks, and deep-sea hotspots within a single trip. With reliable year-round fisheries and specialized charters for fly, light tackle, and bottom fishing, Wanchese delivers versatile saltwater experiences that cement its status as a top East Coast angling destination.

Wanchese

4.8/5

Based on 29,238 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Wanchese Fishing Seasons

January

Inshore fishing reigns supreme during the winter, so head out to the sounds and bottom fish for some delicious Redfish and Striped Bass, just make sure to wrap up warm.

February

While the Stripers and Flounder make their way out, the Tuna season is heating up. Hit the inshore waters for the last of the cold water season or head offshore to land a delicious Bluefin.

March

Spring really does bring with it new arrivals. The Bluefin Tuna season is in full swing and Yellowfin start to show up toward the end of the month. Inshore, Drum, Trout, and Bluefish will keep you busy.

April

There are no April showers to worry about in the Outer Banks. As the weather starts heating up, so does the fishing. Expect a range of exciting big game fish in the deeper waters offshore.

May

Expect to find plenty of Mahi Mahi and Yellowfin Tuna offshore, along Cobia closer to land. You might even spot the first few Billfish, signaling the start of big game season.

June

School’s out just in time for the season to hit its stride. White and Blue Marlin arrive to the party, giving you the chance to land a real prized monster fish.

July

Stunning Sailfish is the latest addition to the Gulf Stream. Deep sea fishing is the name of the game, and expect to be mesmerized by these stunning creatures as you fight one to the boat.

August

There’s no sign of things cooling off, so get offshore throughout August and make the most of the summer. Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Marlin, and Sailfish will all have you in for the fight of your life.

September

Change is a-coming as the pelagics start to leave the Gulf Stream. But fear not, monstrous Kingfish are on their way and the inshore season is just around the corner.

October

Trout are well and truly back, as are Red Drum inshore. However, when the weather's fine, nothing beats the Tuna action offshore! Head out to the Gulf Stream and get your fill of these monsters!

November

While many may want to stay close to shore during November to try to fill the boat with Drum, Trout, and Bass, there's still plenty going on offshore, where the Tuna bite is in its prime!

December

If you manage to find some good weather in December, you'll want to make the most of the last chance of the year to go offshore and battle Tuna! Otherwise, it will all be about landing smaller fish inshore.

Wanchese Fishing Calendar

Amberjack

Bass (Striped)

Black Drum

Bluefish

Cobia

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Flounder

Grouper (Snowy)

King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Little Tunny (False Albacore)

Marlin (Blue)

Marlin (White)

Redfish

Sailfish

Seabass (Black)

Spanish Mackerel

Speckled Trout

Spotted Seatrout

Tilefish

Tuna (Bigeye)

Tuna (Blackfin)

Tuna (Bluefin)

Tuna (Yellowfin)

Wahoo

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What anglers said about fishing in Wanchese

Be patient. Sometimes it takes a bit to get going. Then they start hitting and the day goes fast.

5.0/5

Be patient. Sometimes it takes a bit to get going. Then they start hitting and the day goes fast.

Colin W.

Temper expectations when fishing on a charter. So many variables affect how good the fishing is. Wrong wind or water temp will stop the bite overnight.

5.0/5

Temper expectations when fishing on a charter. So many variables affect how good the fishing is. Wrong wind or water temp will stop the bite overnight.

Eric B.

Froggy was awesome, funny, and a genuine dude. We caught bait and were limited out on Sea Trout within an hr. Would highly recommend and we’ll be back!

5.0/5

Froggy was awesome, funny, and a genuine dude. We caught bait and were limited out on Sea Trout within an hr. Would highly recommend and we’ll be back!

Shawn H.

We drove down to the marina the day before so we knew exactly where we were going. His boat wasn't there of course but he gave us a pretty good description of where his slip was. We were staying in OBX for the week so we could do that. If you are wondering about cleaning your fish, they have a fish cleaning service right there so you don't have to do it yourself if you don't want.

5.0/5

Matthew S.

Come a little earlier to enjoy a meal at "The Landing Grill" before going out, Or you can afterward

5.0/5

Come a little earlier to enjoy a meal at "The Landing Grill" before going out, Or you can afterward

William N. I.

Awesome fish, big fish for being late in the season. Great experience for the kids too!

5.0/5

Awesome fish, big fish for being late in the season. Great experience for the kids too!

Melissa S.

Offshore fishing can be hit or miss. We had a great time catching shrimp and crabs.

5.0/5

Offshore fishing can be hit or miss. We had a great time catching shrimp and crabs.

Brian K.

Get a comfortable boat, plenty of sunscreen, snacks and drinks, and enjoy yourself!

5.0/5

Get a comfortable boat, plenty of sunscreen, snacks and drinks, and enjoy yourself!

Jeff H.

Definitely go in the fall, the fishing and temperature will be a lot better.

4.3/5

Definitely go in the fall, the fishing and temperature will be a lot better.

Jerred B.

If you have kids and they like fishing and like to try fishing, smaller boats are the way to go.

5.0/5

If you have kids and they like fishing and like to try fishing, smaller boats are the way to go.

Tom D.

Keep an open mind to what the wind and the tides give you! Trust your captain.

5.0/5

Keep an open mind to what the wind and the tides give you! Trust your captain.

David J.

To let you know fishing is fishing. You can find the fish but can’t make the bite. The weather was a big factor on this trip. Over a 100 degree end of the fishing trip, humid and hardly any wind.

5.0/5

To let you know fishing is fishing. You can find the fish but can’t make the bite. The weather was a big factor on this trip. Over a 100 degree end of the fishing trip, humid and hardly any wind.

Jeff S.

Sit back and enjoy even if you’re not catching fish you may be seeing dolphin

4.7/5

Sit back and enjoy even if you’re not catching fish you may be seeing dolphin

Michael D.

Weather factors in immensely. People will do what they can to get you on fish but ultimately the weather dictates all

5.0/5

Weather factors in immensely. People will do what they can to get you on fish but ultimately the weather dictates all

Tyler B.

For near shore fishing, this boat was ideal. Had an internal seating area to keep us out of the short rain storm we experienced at sea!

5.0/5

For near shore fishing, this boat was ideal. Had an internal seating area to keep us out of the short rain storm we experienced at sea!

Kevin H.

Your targeted species might not be hitting on a given day so be prepared for the Captains to change to different species. We were going for Blues and Black Drum but ended up having to switch to Spanish Makerel.

5.0/5

Joshua B.

I've done a couple of inshore trips and they've always been productive. Keep in mind that your captain can't control the fishing, some days are better than others. Also the weather plays a factor on what is bitting.

4.7/5