Captain
John Speener

Member since December 2021 Manteo, United States
Background
Fishing is something that Captain John has done his entire life and is something he's very good at. Join him aboard and have a memorable time chasing fish and enjoying the water in one of the most productive hotspots in the country.
Techniques
Cast and reel

Hey, I'm Captain John Speener

Manteo, United States
Background
Fishing is something that Captain John has done his entire life and is something he's very good at. Join him aboard and have a memorable time chasing fish and enjoying the water in one of the most productive hotspots in the country.
Techniques
Cast and reel
Anglers Choice
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Our Team
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Captain

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(179 reviews)
Angler's choice
Manteo
 Last booking: 8 hours ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $375

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 179 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (160)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
89%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
85%
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Beth F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome experience

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour inshore Trip (AM) on July 21, 2025
There isnโ€™t a way that I can effectively put into word how great of an experience it was fishing with Captain Jon. He was...
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Ariel H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Such a great experience!

VERIFIED   NEW  3 hour Midday on July 19, 2025
My friends and I have never been fishing with a charter before. This was the perfect first time, being able to go out and fish...
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Michael G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Rough start but ended strong

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on June 9, 2025
Wife and I booked a full day with Captain John, hoping to get out onto the ocean and hook into some bigger fish like Amberjack...
Michael G. recommends Salty Charters Dare County
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Matt J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain John

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour inshore Trip (AM) on July 22, 2025
Captain John made the best out of a terrible day. With water temps high and bad winds and many boats showing up empty handed,...
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Nick C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Mahi Mania

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour inshore Trip (PM) on July 29, 2025
John was incredible! He gave us a front-row view of a massive pod of dolphins, followed by an exciting frenzy of mahi. What...
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