Captain
Gabriel Chandler

Member since April 2025 Wilmington, United States
Background
Operating a 29' World Cat Pilothouse, Capt. Gabriel ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Wilmington, North Carolina. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, or something unique to the area. For special requests, such as bow fishing, message Capt. Gabriel.

Hey, I'm Captain Gabriel Chandler

Wilmington, United States
Background
Operating a 29' World Cat Pilothouse, Capt. Gabriel ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Wilmington, North Carolina. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, or something unique to the area. For special requests, such as bow fishing, message Capt. Gabriel.
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Our Team
Brett E.
First mate

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(25 reviews)
Angler's choice
Wilmington
 Last booking: 5 days ago
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Trips from US $600

Fishing Reports

Fall Fishing Report
Fall Fishing Report
Sep 24, 2025 Wilmington
Hey anglers! The fall bite is on fire right now, and weโ€™re seeing some fantastic action both nearshore and offshore. Nearshore Action: โ€ข The king mackerel are still running strong and should continue their run through the end of October and even into November. Live bluefish are your ticket to hooking those bigger kings. โ€ข Red drum are also on a hot streak through the end of October. As we move into winter, theyโ€™ll push into the shallower backwaters to stay warm, so thereโ€™s plenty of good drum action ahead. โ€ข Speckled trout season is upon us, and the specks are showing up in good numbers. Great time to target them! โ€ข Mullet are starting to thin out a bit, but thereโ€™s still plenty around to keep the predators interested. Offshore Highlights: โ€ข Offshore fishing is heating up with plenty of wahoo and tuna being caught as close as 30 miles out. The albacore bite is absolutely everywhere right nowโ€”just head out about 5 miles and youโ€™ll find them hitting every few minutes. โ€ข The offshore bite is pretty consistent year-round if you pick the right weather windows. It can get choppier in winter, but thereโ€™s still great pelagic and bottom fishing on those calmer days. In short, itโ€™s looking like a fantastic few months ahead. Whether youโ€™re sticking close to shore or heading offshore, thereโ€™s plenty of action to be had. Tight lines!
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Fall Fishing Report
Fall Fishing Report
Sep 24, 2025 Wilmington
Hey anglers! The fall bite is on fire right now, and weโ€™re seeing some fantastic action both nearshore and offshore. Nearshore Action: โ€ข The king mackerel are still running strong and should continue their run through the end of October and even into November. Live bluefish are your ticket to hooking those bigger kings. โ€ข Red drum are also on a hot streak through the end of October. As we move into winter, theyโ€™ll push into the shallower backwaters to stay warm, so thereโ€™s plenty of good drum action ahead. โ€ข Speckled trout season is upon us, and the specks are showing up in good numbers. Great time to target them! โ€ข Mullet are starting to thin out a bit, but thereโ€™s still plenty around to keep the predators interested. Offshore Highlights: โ€ข Offshore fishing is heating up with plenty of wahoo and tuna being caught as close as 30 miles out. The albacore bite is absolutely everywhere right nowโ€”just head out about 5 miles and youโ€™ll find them hitting every few minutes. โ€ข The offshore bite is pretty consistent year-round if you pick the right weather windows. It can get choppier in winter, but thereโ€™s still great pelagic and bottom fishing on those calmer days. In short, itโ€™s looking like a fantastic few months ahead. Whether youโ€™re sticking close to shore or heading offshore, thereโ€™s plenty of action to be had. Tight lines!
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 25 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (35)
Fun trip
Fun trip
Fun trip
+32
Angler rating
23
2
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
91%
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John S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

October fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore (AM) on October 31, 2025
captain and first mate were very nice. also new what they were doing
John S. recommends Catch and Cruise NC
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Jesse W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Action packed fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore (8am) on August 25, 2025
As soon as we got out to our fishing spot we were immediately catching fish. The captain was full of energy and we almost pulled...
Jesse W. recommends Catch and Cruise NC
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David C.
Raleigh, North Carolina
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing experience!

6 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore (AM) on June 7, 2025
Captain Gabe is super knowledgeable. I really enjoyed our day on the water and had plenty of meat to stock the freezer after...
David C. recommends Catch and Cruise NC
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Michael T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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You donโ€™t have to go way offshore!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore (AM) on August 25, 2025
Gabriel is a great guide. We did inshore fishing and pulled in five huge drums and one flounder. Definitely will do business...
Michael T. recommends Catch and Cruise NC
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Huber O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great fishing trip !

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore (Mid Day) on July 26, 2025
Had an awesome time with Captain Gabriel. Friendly and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend to anyone interested in fishing...
Huber O. recommends Catch and Cruise NC
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