Captain
Charles Foreman

Member since June 2023 Manteo, United States
Background
Capt. Charles runs trips out of Manteo aboard a 63’ Varnum. These waters are known for Mackerel and Trout and he will show you how to catch them. With excellent knowledge of the area, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

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Manteo, United States
Background
Capt. Charles runs trips out of Manteo aboard a 63’ Varnum. These waters are known for Mackerel and Trout and he will show you how to catch them. With excellent knowledge of the area, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!
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Crystal Dawn Fishing and Cruises

Excellent
4.6 / 5
(144 reviews)
Manteo
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Trips from US $49

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 144 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
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Fishing with Charles
Family Trip
Great Fishing Trip
+120
Angler rating
106
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
82%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
85%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
68%
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Laurel S.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Met its purpose; I would have liked to catch more fish, but it was a nice day.

VERIFIED   Half Day (8am-1pm) โ€“ Mon - Sat on July 29, 2025
This is a good, family-friendly boat; you will likely catch something, but donโ€™t go into the half-day with any kind of aspiration...
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Amanda C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time with great people

VERIFIED   Half Day (8am-1pm) โ€“ Mon - Sat on June 10, 2025
This was a fun fishing trip! This is a must do if youโ€™re in the OBX on vacation.Everyone was super friendly and helpful....
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Austin E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Charles

VERIFIED   Half Day (8am-1pm) โ€“ Mon - Sat on May 29, 2025
Great trip, fun ride, great fishing holes, great crew and captain to show locals of out of towners a great time.
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Pirom S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Good trip in spite of not catching anything

VERIFIED   Half Day (8am-1pm) โ€“ Mon - Sat on September 17, 2025
Enjoyed the trip with a entertaining crew.
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Laura S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent family day out

VERIFIED   Half Day (8am-1pm) โ€“ Mon - Sat on July 3, 2025
Great captain and crew! Kids got to steer the boat, see wildlife and catch a few. Highly recommend.
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