Carolina Beach Half Day Fishing Charters (3–6 Hours)
Experience the best half day fishing charters in Carolina Beach aboard the Wild Rover III with Captain Dave Tilley. These 3 to 6-hour nearshore adventures are ideal for families, kids, and beginners—chasing Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and more just off the coast of Carolina Beach, NC. Smooth seas, big smiles, and plenty of action.
3 Hours — $600
4 Hours — $700
5 Hours — $800
6 Hours — $900




Our Half Day Fishing Charters in Carolina Beach, NC are the perfect mix of fun, flexibility, and affordability. These 3 to 6-hour trips are designed for families, beginners, and casual anglers who want to get a taste of the action without heading too far offshore. Target species include Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and even Blacktip Sharks in summer.
Enjoy calm nearshore waters, consistent bites, and the chance to catch dinner just minutes from the dock. Our boat, the Wild Rover III, is fully equipped for comfort and success, and Captain Dave brings decades of experience to every trip. These charters book quickly during peak season—reserve your spot today.
Book Your Half Day TripAll prices are cash. +3% for credit/debit. No fuel surcharge.
Real Results from Real Offshore Trips
Here’s what anglers are saying about their trips with Wild Rover III Charters based in Carolina Beach, NC
“Captain Dave and first mate Blake gave us a great afternoon of fishing. Caught lots of Spanish mackerel. Blake did a great job cleaning and bagging them after the trip. They did a great job entertaining our 9 year old. He even got to drive the boat. The 9 year-old got to reel in the downriggers because we weren't sure he could reel in the actual poles, which was perfect!”
Austen Williams“The best experience ever best fishing trip ever 10 stars been on a lot of charters all over this is ny far the best I ll be eating fish for a while we cant thank u enough”
Sherri“Absolutely "First Class". We caught fish while the other boats were not. We did a 5 hour trip and will do a longer one next time. Captain Dave and Tyler are "good people" . They call it fishing not catching so if you're on a day when they are not biting you could not be with better people. Fishing was great for us on our vacation July 11, 2018. Thank you Tyler and Thank you Captain Dave. We will be back!!”
C&E BServing Carolina Beach, Wilmington, Southport & Wrightsville Beach
We run charters out of Carolina Beach Municipal Marina, conveniently located for guests staying in Wilmington, Kure Beach, Wrightsville Beach, or Southport. Our deep local roots mean we know where the fish are — and how to put you on them fast. Whether you're visiting the Cape Fear Coast or a lifelong local, Carolina Beach fishing charters with Captain Dave Tilley deliver the best experience on the water.