How much does it cost to go deep sea fishing in Carolina Beach?

Prices start at $500 for a 3 hour trip and a full day (10 hours) is around $1500 for up to 6 people

Is fishing good at Carolina Beach?

The fishing on the north side of Cape Fear is excellent. We have a lot of bottom structure here that tends to hold a lot of fish.

How much does it cost to charter a fishing boat in NC?

It starts at about $150 an hour for up to 6 people.

Do you charge a FUEL surcharge?

Be VERY caereful here. We do not...but there are boats around that will pull a "bait and switch" on you with a "Fuel Surcharge". Always ask when comparing prices.

How many people can go on a charter boat

Almost all charter boats in this area are called "6 packs". You can bring up to 6 people. Does not matter if they fish or not. If they have a heartbeat. They count. No we will not sneak another one on.

Do I need a rod or reel?

You are welcome to bring whatever you like but it is not needed. We supply everything you need for whatever type trip it is. We only use high end, well cared for equipment.

What do I need to bring?

Bring whatever you want to eat or drink while we are underway. You may also want to bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and close toed shoes.

Do we need a permit or state fishing license

No. We have a blanket permit on the boat that will cover everyone onboard.

Can we bring....

Every boat is different but on my boat you can bring whatever you like. Act you have some sencse and have a good time. We do prefer that you bring cans vs glass.

Do I need a cooler?

You might need one for your car for the ride home but while we are fishing we have plenty of space for the catch.

Can you clean our fish?

The mate will generally clean your fish for tips or an agreed upon price.

Do you take credit or debit cards?

Yes but our prices are based on CASH. We charge 3% to take a card as a convenience fee.

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