Captain
Joseph Dibella​​

Member since February 2021 Morehead City, United States
Background
Captain Joe Dibella worked on this boat as a mate in its glory days. Although he didn't have trips as dramatic as the ones in the movie, he did catch a record Great White Shark, weighing 3,427-lb, the largest of any species ever landed with a rod.
Techniques
We are a Family Friendly Fishing Vessel , Lots of room to move about , Wheelchair Friendly and all the best Equipment to make your experiance enjoyable ! Handicap Rods and Reels are available and our Crew is more than Happy to Teach beginners ! Tuna and Mackeral are our Fall target , along with bottom Fishing ! Giant Tuna in November and December

Hey, I'm Captain Joseph Dibella​​

Morehead City, United States
Background
Captain Joe Dibella worked on this boat as a mate in its glory days. Although he didn't have trips as dramatic as the ones in the movie, he did catch a record Great White Shark, weighing 3,427-lb, the largest of any species ever landed with a rod.
Techniques
We are a Family Friendly Fishing Vessel , Lots of room to move about , Wheelchair Friendly and all the best Equipment to make your experiance enjoyable ! Handicap Rods and Reels are available and our Crew is more than Happy to Teach beginners ! Tuna and Mackeral are our Fall target , along with bottom Fishing ! Giant Tuna in November and December
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(50 reviews)
Morehead City
 Last booking: 2 days ago
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Trips from US $300

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 50 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (91)
What a fishing trip should be.
What a fishing trip should be.
Great Time!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
89%
Friendly captain
95%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
92%
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Tracey D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great experience!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (Mid Day) on May 31, 2025
Our group had a wonderful time. Captain Joe and Chaz were great hosts.  We took a 4 hour fishing trip on a windy Saturday...
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Alan S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

What a fishing trip should be.

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip on September 14, 2025
This was a trip I booked to share the experience with sons and grandchildren. It created a memory for all of us. The weather...
Alan S. recommends Cricket II – The JAWS Boat
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Ronald S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great family trip

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip (INSHORE ONLY) on November 3, 2024
We arrived a little early… Captain Joe and co-Captain Chaz were there waiting. Received us well, gave us a nice welcome/safety/overview...
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Arthur P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Time!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 13, 2025
We had a great time on the Cricket II! The grandson is all in about fishing. We booked the “Jaws” boat with high expectations...
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Donna W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great way to start the day!

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip (INSHORE ONLY) on July 10, 2025
We went out on the Cricket II with Captain Joe and Chaz. We had the best time. We were very impressed with Captain Joe’s...
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