Bonnethead Shark Fishing Charters In South Carolina

Fuel is included in the price! Come aboard with Captain Johnston for an exciting day fishing the Charleston nearshores! The nearshore waters of Charleston are home to plenty of fish-rich reefs and wrecks that are great for picking up some prized Atlantic fish. On this 6 hour trip, Captain Johnston will motor you out into the Charleston Harbor jetties or some nearshore reefs and wrecks where you'll be targeting Redfish, Blacktip Sharks, Bonnethead Sharks, and maybe even Tarpon in the summer months, and Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder and more in the colder months. You'll be fishing with light tackle and choosing from a selection of live bait or artificial lures. Captain Johnston has years of experience in these waters and he's sure to get your rod set up with what the fish are biting! Captain Johnston will provide all rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures and fishing licenses. All you need to bring is sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food or drinks you might want out on the water. Come get some tasty fish with Captain Johnston in the Charleston nearshores! Read More

Head out on South Carolina's lowcountry tidal flats for an epic fishing adventure with your guide, Captain Ryan. He loves fishing this beautiful area, and knows the water like the back of his hand. The inshore water here is famous for its Redfish, Flounder, and Speckled Trout, which congregate in the backwaters here to hunt for crabs, shrimp, baitfish, and other forage. You'll have plenty of opportunities to sight cast directly to tailing Reds on the flats, or to practice your cast-and-retrieve techniques while looking for Flounder. All of these fish are a real blast to hook up, and are a great time for anglers of all levels. Plus, Redfish are top-notch table fare as well! You'll get after it aboard Captain Ryan's 18' Maverick HPX-S skiff, a perfect craft for fishing shallow backwater areas. She runs a 70-HP Yamaha outboard, and has a bunch of gear and amenities to enhance your trip. The fish are biting—what are you waiting for?! Read More

Hop on board with Captain Conner for an exciting day of fishing the tidal creeks, flats, and backcountry marshland on South Carolina's beautiful coast! Conveniently located between the plentiful winding waterways of the Folly River and the Atlantic Ocean, it's safe to say there's no shortage of fish around Folly Beach, SC. On this 4 to 8-hour trip, Captain Conner will take you through the shallow creeks and marshes of the Folly River, sight fishing, using bait or throwing flies to Redfish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, sharks and others! This trip will be focused on fly fishing or light tackle depending on your preference. Captain Conner will get your rod set up with what the fish are biting for, whichever method you choose! Whether you're a beginner or experienced angler, Captain Conner will give you all the instruction you need to attract some fish. You’ll be fishing aboard a maneuverable skiff that can fit up to 3 anglers. Equipped with a wireless trolling motor, this vessel will have no problem getting you into hard-to-reach waters. Captain Conner will provide all the rods, reels, tackle, flies, fishing licenses, water, and snacks. He'll have an ice-filled cooler ready to go and will even do some photography for you! All you need to bring is sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, and a hat if you need one. Come aboard with Captain Conner and catch some fish! Read More

This is one of the best experiences you can have in Charleston. The harbor and jetties provide an abundance of life and structure offering large habitats for saltwater fish to live and thrive in Charleston, South Carolina. Lots of fish variety and opportunities to make memories of a lifetime. We target large Bull Reds, and many different species of shark; some of them are truly monsters. While we are fishing for this species there is a high likelihood to catch and land many other Charleston inshore sport fish. These fish include trout, flounder, reds, sheepshead, stripper, and many more. Even though we can never make the fish eat, this trip has a very high success rate! This is one of our most repeated trips in Charleston. Let us take you on an experience of a lifetime and enjoy a fishing trip in the beautiful and historic waters of Charleston, SC! Read More

Head out with Captain Johnston for a memorable fishing adventure in the Charleston inshores! With its harbor and array of canals and rivers, the Charleston inshores are a great spot to go after some of the picture-worthy fish that South Carolina is known for without too long of a trek. On this 4, 6 or 8-hour trip, Captain Johnston will motor you out into Charleston Harbor or the nearby canals where you'll be targeting Redfish, Blacktip Sharks, Bonnethead Sharks, and maybe even Tarpon in the summer months, and Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder and more in the colder months. You'll be fishing with light tackle and choosing from a selection of live bait or artificial lures. Captain Johnston has years of experience in these waters and he's sure to get your rod set up with what the fish are biting! You'll be aboard Captain Johnston's 24' Blazer Bay center console with a capacity for 6 anglers. Powered by a 300 HP Mercury engine, she'll have no problem taking you to the prime inshore fishing spots! This vessel comes equipped with a GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, and Ice Box to store your catches. Captain Johnston will even clean any tasty keepers for you to take home! Captain Johnston will provide all rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures and fishing licenses. All you need to bring is sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food or drinks you might want out on the water. Come get some tasty fish with Captain Johnston in the Charleston inshores! Read More

Enjoy the low country waters of Charleston, Folly Beach, and Kiawah Island with Captain Brian as you chase down all kinds of inshore species. Trips start at 7 am for morning trips and 1-2 pm for afternoon trips. With over three decades of experience Captain Brian and his team offer unparalleled knowledge and experience of the unique river systems of Charleston and surrounding inshore waters. While enjoying all that the rivers have to offer you will have the unique opportunity to catch fish ranging from Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Black Drum, Sheepshead, or Shark. Captain Brian will provide all the bait, tackle, rods, reels, bottled water, and fishing licenses you will need for an awesome adventure. Depending on where your staying, Captain Brian can often pick you up closer to home base if that makes it easier for you. He will often venture north from Folly Beach to fish closer to Charleston in the Stono river tributary or move south to fish closer to Kiawah. Let us know where you're staying and we'll see if Captain Brian can accommodate you! Captain Brian loves to practice catch and release to benefit his local fishery, but is more than happy to clean your catch for you as well if you'd like to keep some slot fish to take home for dinner! ​All he recommends is that you dress appropriately for the weather and bring non-aerosol sunscreen, sunglasses, and any food or drinks you'd like to enjoy onboard. If you plan to take home your catch, you can also bring a personal cooler with ice that you can leave in your car for after the trip. Read More