Seasonality
Sailfish fishing in Outer Banks varies moderately throughout the year. High season is June to September. Low season is January to March and December. There is no closed season.
Outer Banks Sailfish Fishing Charters
The best out of 47 charter fishing deals in Outer Banks - enter dates to check availability
Top Sailfish Fishing in Outer Banks
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Manteo
Full Day Gulf Stream Trip
+2
Head out to the productive Gulf Stream on this 8-hour adventure! You'll typically be fishing up to 30 miles offshore, so make sure your sea legs are strong. You'll be targeting Tilefish, Seabass, Grouper, Amberjack, Shark, King Mackerel, and trolling species such as Sailfish and Mahi Mahi. Custom fishing gear will be provided for you, as well as a fishing license for your group, so just bring snacks, drinks, and weather-appropriate clothing.
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Price for up to 6 people
US $2,450
Wanchese
Extended Full Day Trip – Gulfstream
+8
On a Gulfstream full day trip, you venture out 40 miles to the waters of the Gulfstream. There you seek to find Yellowfin Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Mahi, Sailfish, White Marlin, Blue Marlin, and anything else that may bite the hook. Typical departure times are discussed with the client but will usually be around 5:00 a.m. You typically return in the late afternoon or whenever the boat is full!
Price for up to 6 people
US $2,700
Hatteras
Full Day Offshore Gulf Stream
+8
This trip will take you fishing offshore in the Gulf Stream for a variety of species that are in season and biting. Those can include Billfish, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, Kingfish, and other species. All bait and tackle is included. Food and drinks are not included in the price.
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Price for up to 6 people
US $2,300
Manteo
12 Hour Trip – Offshore
+4
Start your trip at the crack of the dawn and embark on a true offshore fishing adventure. You and Captain Jonathan will be targeting Tuna, Marlin, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, and other species. The captain takes care of all the equipment, so just bring your favorite food and drinks before you leave.
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Price for up to 6 people
US $2,700
Manteo
12 Hour Trip – Offshore Big Game
+4
Leave Oregon Inlet and fish all day in the amazing blue waters of the Gulf Stream on a beautiful Blackwell 40' Express boat. Get in the action while catching everything from Tuna (all types) to Mahi Mahi to all types of billfish. The $2550 price includes the current fuel surcharge due to the extremely high cost of diesel fuel. It also includes the price of filleting the fish, something that likely saves you a few hundred dollars on a good day. Keep in mind the mate works for tips: 15-20% of trip cost.
Price for up to 6 people
US $2,550
Nags Head
Full Day – Offshore
+5
Up and at ‘em! Meet Captain Buddy and his mate before the sun comes up and head out for a trip of a lifetime! Enjoy the ride out in the AC/heated salon while the mate gets rigged up. When you get to the fishing grounds, get ready to reel in some Tuna, Mahi, Wahoo, and/or Billfish! Pack your own food and drinks and leave the rest to Capt BC Sportfishing!
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Price for up to 6 people
US $2,600
Wanchese
Offshore Deep Sea Bottom/Trolling
+5
Over recent years our full day ten-hour deep-sea bottom jigging trips have become very popular. They can be very reliable for catching species such as sea bass, tilefish, amberjack, grouper, etc. and as a bonus we will troll our way back in for mahi, wahoo, sailfish and tuna.
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Price for up to 6 people
US $2,000
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What anglers said about Sailfish Fishing in Outer Banks
Bonnie R.
Reviewed 12 Hour Trip – Offshore Big Game
10/10 Experience
5/5
My husband and father-in-law went on a full-day deep sea fishing trip during our trip to the Outer Banks and had an unforgettable time! They caught yellowfin tuna, blackfin tuna, mahi, and even a sailfish. Captain Ron and First Mate Steve were outstanding! Knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely fun to spend the day with. The whole experience was smooth, exciting, and absolutely worth it. Highly recommend this crew for anyone looking to reel in great catches and even better memories!
Brian M.
Reviewed Full Day Offshore Gulf Stream
Good way to fish OBX!
5/5
Captain Mike and Cody were great to us and patient with us when we had to do the "Dolphin Dance " for the first time . We had lots of fun catching Sailfish, Wahoo , Black Fin Tuna and Dolphin. Best trip I ve had in a while ! Thanks Mike and Cody !!
Ryan W.
Reviewed Offshore Trip
Good times
5/5
Capt . JT and mate Josh busted there butt's out there was tough getting that stubborn sailfish but the Citation wahoo and my old man's wahoo were worth it. On the way in my daughter got some nice king mackerel and the other got a nice Cuda great trip thanks guys!!!!
Kevin K.
Reviewed Offshore/Gulf Stream Big Game Fish
Wahoooooo
5/5
A huge thanks to Captain Paul and Paul! 1st class all the way! Met and exceeded all expectations. Great guys and took time to answer questions and listen to what we wanted to do!
We caught a few jacks and then moved on for billfish and caught a nice sailfish and then a few mahi and then a jumbo wahoo over 51#! Trip of a lifetime!
Rachel D.
Reviewed 12 Hour Trip – Offshore
Trip of a Lifetime
5/5
My kids and I have fished all over the world and this was by far the best trip we have been on. We caught 3 yellowfin and 5 sailfish. It was amazing. The boat and equipment were top notch and the captain and his mate were great to us. We will definitely be back.
