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
Our Team
Kayla S.
Captain

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(257 reviews)
Manteo
 6 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $325

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 257 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (205)
awesome day in the water
awesome day in the water
awesome day in the water
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Angler rating
220
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
90%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
86%
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Richard w.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  July 31, 2026
The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Dylan G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Chill morning near shore

VERIFIED   4 Hour inshore Trip on June 12, 2026
Decided the day before to take the wife and parents out for a morning trip. Capt John called and wanted to know what we were...
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Kirsten U.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing!

VERIFIED   2 hour kid trip on June 15, 2026
we took our two foster sons and our 4 year old is on the spectrum and captain and his son were SO GREAT WITH HIM! our son had...
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John E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

October fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour inshore Trip on October 2, 2025
I had an excellent experience with Captain John from start to finish. He was respectful, professional, and clearly very knowledgeable....
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Ryan C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Couldnโ€™t have asked for more

VERIFIED   NEW  3 hour Midday kid trip on August 5, 2026
Went with my 2 children (9 and 7) and it was perfect. Captain John his mate Brad were the best. We caught endless fish and...
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