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
4.7 / 5
(174 reviews)
Angler's choice
Manteo
 5 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $375

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 174 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (154)
Captain John
Captain John
Top Notch
+151
Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
84%
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Htoo G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   3 hour Midday on June 14, 2025
Captain John and crew is very hospitality and friendly to customers. I would recommend to join Captain John for everyone who...
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Aric G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip with lots of fish

VERIFIED   4 Hour inshore Trip (AM) on June 12, 2025
Great fishing trip with John and salty charters, 4 hour trip with constant fish lots of great memories made, will definitely...
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Michael B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Overflowed the cooler

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore on May 16, 2025
Captain John was absolutely fantastic we had a blast and found the fish all day long. We are actually booking another trip...
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Mike V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day on the water!! 🌊

VERIFIED   3 hour Midday on August 21, 2024
The Captain and his son were great! It was 4 of us( 2 couples) and we had perfect weather ☀️. They were there to bait the...
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Ryan G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day on the water

VERIFIED   4 Hour inshore Trip (AM) on April 30, 2025
Captain John was knowledgeable and happy to share what he knows about the area.  The fish weee biting and everyone left happy.
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