Captain
Randy Thornton

Member since March 2021 Wanchese, United States
Background
After growing up on the Outer Banks, my passion for fishing started young. I spent my young years chasing fish up and down the beaches, sounds, and backwaters with my dad creating memories that have lasted a lifetime. I knew I wanted to give others the same opportunity so I got my Captain license. I captained Offshore, charters for over 10 years however that didn’t stop me from fishing Nearshore and Inshore as often as I could. Now I enjoy taking my 2 kids and my clients and their families to create memories of their own to last a lifetime.
Techniques
Jigging,Trolling,Casting

Hey, I'm Captain Randy Thornton

Wanchese, United States
Background
After growing up on the Outer Banks, my passion for fishing started young. I spent my young years chasing fish up and down the beaches, sounds, and backwaters with my dad creating memories that have lasted a lifetime. I knew I wanted to give others the same opportunity so I got my Captain license. I captained Offshore, charters for over 10 years however that didn’t stop me from fishing Nearshore and Inshore as often as I could. Now I enjoy taking my 2 kids and my clients and their families to create memories of their own to last a lifetime.
Techniques
Jigging,Trolling,Casting
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(358 reviews)
Angler's choice
Wanchese
 6 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $325

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 358 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (313)
Early season bluefish
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April fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Justin F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Wanted to get on my first red drum!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (PM) on August 19, 2024
Texted him before booking asking if we could specifically target and go for red drum and it was no problem!! Got to the dock...
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Annabelle S.
Excellent
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The perfect fishing trip with Riptide Charters!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore (AM) on June 19, 2024
My husband and I took our son fishing as a reward for good grades this past school year and had the opportunity to join Captain...
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Ed B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Riptide Charters Produced!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (PM) on July 23, 2024
Great time fishing with Captain Randy and Drake! Highly recommend this charter because Captain Randy knows what he is doing....
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Mary F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Perfect Day on the water

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore (PM) on August 26, 2024
What an amazing trip. We had a 6 hour fishing trip that could not have been any more amazing. Captain Randy knows every inch...
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Melanie B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
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Great Captain!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (AM) on August 16, 2024
A good captain can make or break an enjoyable trip.ย  Although the fish were not biting very well, Captain Randy kept asking...
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