Beaufort Fishing Charters

Experience the thrill of sightfishing in the pristine waters of Harker's Island, NC, with Captain Joe as your guide. Whether you're an advanced angler, a beginner looking to hone your skills, or somewhere in between, our fishing trip offers something for everyone. Using light tackle and fly fishing techniques, we'll target a variety of species in the backwaters, nearshore areas, jetties, rivers, and flats. Captain Joe's expertise and passion for sightfishing will ensure an incredible adventure on the water. With his guidance, you'll have the opportunity to spot elusive fish, make precise casts, and witness the exhilarating moment when your bait or fly is taken. Whether you're a seasoned angler looking for a new challenge or a beginner eager to learn, Captain Joe will tailor the trip to suit your skill level and provide valuable insights and techniques to enhance your fishing experience. As you explore the diverse fishing grounds of Harker's Island, you'll be immersed in the natural beauty of the surroundings. From tranquil backwaters teeming with life to the expansive flats where fish stealthily patrol, every location offers a unique sightfishing opportunity. Don't miss your chance to join Captain Joe on this unforgettable journey, where you'll sightfish a variety of species using light tackle and fly fishing techniques, all while surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of Harker's Island, NC. Read More

Head out with Captain Joe and get ready for an exciting day of fly fishing in the fish-rich North Carolina inshores! Inshore fishing trips in the waters throughout Beaufort are a great way for anglers to chase after some exceptional game catches without going too far from the dock. These inshore and nearshore waters are home to a nice selection of popular Mid-Atlantic varieties. On this 3/4 or full-day trip, Captain Joe will take you from Beaufort to neashore areas just off the coast, or inshore areas like the Beaufort Inlet, the Bogue Sound, the Core Sound, the Newport River, or the North River. In these waters you'll be going after Bluefish, Little Tunny, Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, and Speckled Trout. All you'll need is a fly rod to target these colorful species of fish. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced fly fisher, Captain Joe will give you some helpful guidance to get you ready to cast away! You'll be fishing aboard a 23’ Sea Ox center console with a capacity for 5 people. Equipped with a 150 HP Honda engine, this boat will get you where the fish are biting! It comes with a bimini top, a fish finder, and live well to let you cruise in comfort. Captain Joe will provide all rods, reels, and tackle. All you need to bring are sunglasses, sunscreen, and any snacks or drinks you might need. Book your trip and let Captain Joe take care of the rest! Read More

Get ready to explore the inshore and nearshore waters off of Morehead City, NC with Captain Jeffrey! This trip is perfect for those looking to tackle a wide variety of species, from classic North Carolina inshore sportfish such as Redfish and Spotted Trout, alongside hard-fighting nearshore fish such as Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Flounder, Bluefish, and Striped Bass. This trip will focus on trolling and bottomfishing for a huge range of species, so you'll get to put a bunch of different techniques to use. Captain Jeffrey knows how to put you where the fish are, but once that rod is out of the rod holder and in your hands, it's you versus the fish. Bring your strength, skills and stamina, because these fish will be on their A-game. You'll get off the dock aboard your guide's 24' Carolina Skiff—a great type of boat for fishing everything from flats to estuaries to nearshore structure. It's powered by a 200 HP Suzuki engine, so you'll be on the fish in no time at all. Captain Jeffrey will come prepared with everything you need for a great day, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle. He's an expert in these waters and will do everything he can to get you hooked up on a personal best! Bring along proper clothing, sunscreen, and a pair of polarized sunglasses to maximize your time on the water. Read More

Get ready to explore the inshore waters off of Atlantic Beach, NC with Captain Daniel! This trip is perfect for those looking to tackle the classic North Carolina inshore sportfish—Redfish, Spotted Trout, Black Drum, and Flounder—while also enjoying the beautiful scenery. Captain Daniel specializes in spinning gear and light tackle, so this trip is a perfect opportunity to practice your cast and retrieve with a variety of different lures and bait. You'll get to test out jigging, top-water retrieves, and some bottom fishing while you try Captain Daniel's best spots and "honey holes". You'll get off the dock aboard your guide's 22' Pathfinder bay boat—the ideal type of vessel for fishing everything from flats to estuaries to inshore structure. It's powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine, so you'll be on the fish in no time at all. Captain Daniel will come prepared with everything you need for a great day, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle. He's an expert in these waters and will do everything he can to get you hooked up on a personal best! Bring along proper clothing, sunscreen, and a pair of polarized sunglasses to maximize your time on the water. Read More

Head out with Captain Joe and get ready for an exciting day of fly fishing in the fish-rich North Carolina nearshores! Nearshore fishing trips in the waters just off the coast of Beaufort are a great way for anglers to chase after some exceptional game catches without going too far from the dock. These inshore and nearshore waters are home to a nice selection of popular Mid-Atlantic varieties. On this 4 to 10-hour trip, Captain Joe will take you from Beaufort to neashore areas just off the North Carolina coast. In these waters you'll be going after Bonito, Cobia, King Mackerel, Little Tunny, Redfish, and Spanish Mackerel. You can go after these fish using either light tackle or bottom fishing. Whatever fish you want to go after, Captain Joe will get you set up with the best method and bait! You'll be fishing aboard a 23’ Sea Ox center console with a capacity for 5 people. Equipped with a 150 HP Honda engine, this boat will get you where the fish are biting! It comes with a bimini top, a fish finder, and live well to let you cruise in comfort. Captain Joe will provide all rods, reels, tackle and live bait. All you need to bring are sunglasses, sunscreen, and any snacks or drinks you might need. Come on out with Captain Joe! Read More

If you're looking for some exciting offshore fishing, complete with screaming reels and giant fish, you've come to the right place. Captain Adam's Gulfstream Special is a must for avid anglers looking to hook up on prizewinning sportfish, including species such as Tuna, Dorado, Marlin, and Sailfish. Let Captain Adam be your guide to the Gulfstream, a major trans-Atlantic current that lures giant fish with the promise of a feeding frenzy. If you've never fished this unique and challenging underwater environment, there's no better opportunity. You'll employ a range of techniques and plenty of gear to catch these fish, and when one takes the bait—get ready for the fight of a lifetime! On the morning of the trip, you'll head out on his 54' Blackwell Custom Carolina, a sportfisher built for speed, performance, and comfort. She's powered by twin 700 HP Caterpillar engines, so wont have to cruise for more than a couple of hours before you reach the prime fishing grounds and start haulin' 'em in. On the way, cross your fingers for a Dorado or Cobia! Captain Adam will be prepared with everything you need for a blue-ribbon day, including rods, reels, bait, tackle, and most importantly, his years of experience hunting champion pelagic predators. To make the most of your experience on the water, make sure to bring Polarized Sunglasses, Weather-Appropriate Clothing, Hat, and Sunscreen. Get ready to have a blast! Read More

Get ready to explore the inshore and nearshore waters off of Atlantic Beach, NC with Captain Daniel! This trip is perfect for those looking to tackle a wide variety of species, from classic North Carolina inshore sportfish—Redfish, Spotted Trout, Black Drum, and Flounder—to the hard-fighting nearshore fish, such as Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and Striped Bass. Captain Daniel specializes in spinning gear and light tackle, so this trip is a perfect opportunity to practice your cast and retrieve with a variety of different lures and bait. You'll get to test out jigging, top-water retrieves, and some bottom fishing while you try Captain Daniel's best spots and "honey holes". You'll get off the dock aboard your guide's 22' Pathfinder bay boat—the ideal type of vessel for fishing everything from flats to estuaries to inshore structure. It's powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine, so you'll be on the fish in no time at all. Captain Daniel will come prepared with everything you need for a great day, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle. He's an expert in these waters and will do everything he can to get you hooked up on a personal best! Bring along proper clothing, sunscreen, and a pair of polarized sunglasses to maximize your time on the water. Read More

On our full day trips we have the option of trolling for species such as mahi, wahoo, tuna, sailfish,blue marlin,king mackerel. OR bottom fishing for species such as grouper, snapper, trigger fish, seabass. Enjoy the day in the Bluewater! Read More

If the thought of hooking, fighting, and landing a Blue Marlin gets your blood up, then this is the trip for you. Captain Adam and his crew have designed this trip to be laser-focused on catching these fast, aggressive, and extremely hard-fighting Atlantic billfish, and they will break out their custom rods and special gear in search of prime Blue Marlin waters. Of course, there's also good odds for Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, and other intense pelagic predators on this trip. If you've never fished the Gulfstream, a unique and challenging underwater environment, then there's no better opportunity. You'll employ a range of techniques and plenty of gear to catch these fish, and when one takes the bait—get ready for the fight of a lifetime! These fish will bring their A-game, so you better be ready. On the morning of the trip, you'll head out on his 54' Blackwell Custom Carolina, a sportfisher built for speed, performance, and comfort. She's powered by twin 700 HP Caterpillar engines, so wont have to cruise for more than a couple of hours before you reach the prime fishing grounds and start haulin' 'em in. On the way, cross your fingers for a Dorado or Cobia! Captain Adam will be prepared with everything you need for a blue-ribbon day, including rods, reels, bait, tackle, and most importantly, his years of experience hunting champion pelagic predators. To make the most of your experience on the water, make sure to bring Polarized Sunglasses, Weather-Appropriate Clothing, Hat, and Sunscreen. Get ready to have a blast! Read More

If you're looking for that perfect combination of fish-fighting action, lovely scenery, and calm waters, then this trip is meant for you. The Neuse, Bay, and Pamlico Rivers are all home to prizewinning fish, whether you're chasing a personal best Redfish or a variety of other species, including Speckled Trout, Flounder, Striped Bass, Black Drum, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Sheepshead, Cobia, and more. Captain Joe specializes in light tackle fishing, and you can expect to put several different techniques to the test, including topwater retrieves, jigging, and live-baiting. These inshore North Carolina waters feature a range of environments, from shallow flats to underwater structure, and Captain Joe will give you unique tips and methods for each. On the day of the trip, you'll get off the dock aboard Captain Joe's 22' Pathfinder center console. She's built to cut through choppy waves with ease, and has enough room for three people to relax comfortably. Plus, she's powered by a 200 HP Yamaha VMax engine, so you'll be on the fish in no time. She's the ideal type of boat for fishing these waters, including shallower areas where certain species like to congregate. In addition, she's got all of the electronics you could want, from fishfinders to GPS and more. Bring along a pair of polarized sunglasses, a hat, proper clothing, and sunscreen to maximize your experience on the water! Read More

North Carolina is one of the only places in the US where it's possible to catch Bluefin Tuna this close to shore! In certain seasons, these huge pelagic fish migrate north, and pass close to the beaches of the Outer Banks and barrier islands, giving fisherman an unmatched opportunity to hook these incredible fish without going hours offshore. Captain Justin is an experienced fisherman and a terrific guide who knows exactly how to put you on the fish and help you hook one. He'll come prepared with all the necessary gear, including top-quality rods and reels, trolling equipment, and most importantly, plenty of expertise for tackling these massive fish, which can weigh in at around 500 pounds, although 300-pounders are more common. Unsurprisingly, Bluefin are incredible fighters that can really wear you out, so bring your strength and stamina for this trip! On the day of the trip, you'll go aboard Captain Justin's 27' ProLine center console—a perfect boat for finding, chasing, and landing big Bluefin. It's equipped with twin 250-HP Susuki engines, so you'll spend less time cruising and more time fishing. You'll be set up with everything you need—but when the rod is in your hands, it's just you versus the fish! To make the most of the day, make sure to bring the essentials: Polarized Sunglasses, Hat, Weather-Appropriate Clothing, Sunscreen, and a Camera! Read More

There's no better way to enjoy Wilmington, NC than on a fishing charter! The North Carolina coast is home to world-famous inshore fishing, and you'll be able to hook up trophy Redfish, Speckled Trout, Spanish Mackerel, Kingfish, and more on this trip with Captain Luke. His charter vessel is a sleek 21' Sportsman center console, perfect for inshore angling. She's equipped with all the important gear and equipment to keep you fishing successfully all day. That includes GPS, live wells, a trolling motor, a full suite of electronics, and more! You'll have everything you need to reel in a variety of species, including the highly sought-after Redfish, Sheepshead, Spanish Mackerel, and Speckled Trout. Captain Luke will guide you to the best fishing spots, sharing his knowledge of the local ecosystem and wildlife along the way. Throughout the day, Captain Luke will provide expert guidance on the best techniques to use for each species. He'll also make sure that you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience on the boat, providing refreshments as needed. After the day winds down and you head back to the dock, Captain Luke will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home. The fish are biting—book now and get out there! Read More