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Carlo M

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A Certified Damn Good Guide is someone who goes above and beyond to show you an incredible experience on your trip. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.
Outfitter 18 years of exp.
US Veteran Veteran
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Quality
Comfortable
Beginner Oriented
Obsessed with fishing and sharing that passion with everyone around him Captain Carlo--a US Navy Veteran--started his own fishing charter company in 2007. His company is still family-run and operated to this day and they enjoy sharing the joys of fishing and boating with others. He understands that not all fishing guide companies are alike and he shoots for the TOP! Whether that's putting you and your guest on the fish or cruising the waterways, your time on the water is tailored to your group's needs.

Captain Carlo's family run guide service is grateful for your business and looks forward to seeing you and your guest out on the water.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Carlo M

Carlo M

Certified Damn Good Guide
Outfitter 18 years of exp.
Obsessed with fishing and sharing that passion with everyone around him Captain Carlo--a US Navy Veteran--started his own fishing charter company in 2007. His company is still family-run and operated to this day and they enjoy sharing the joys of fishing and boating with others. He understands that not all fishing guide companies are alike and he shoots for the TOP! Whether that's putting you and your guest on the fish or cruising the waterways, your time on the water is tailored to your group's needs.

Captain Carlo's family run guide service is grateful for your business and looks forward to seeing you and your guest out on the water.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Soooo many....heaviest was a monster Tiger Shark(estimated 1200lbs). My favorite big fish are blue marlin when Trolling. My largest ~600lbs
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Jambalaya, Grilled Fish, crab and shrimp boil
What’s your favorite band?
Foo Fighters
What’s your favorite movie?
They were my special shoes....if you know you know!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Soooo many....heaviest was a monster Tiger Shark(estimated 1200lbs). My favorite big fish are blue marlin when Trolling. My largest ~600lbs
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Jambalaya, Grilled Fish, crab and shrimp boil
What’s your favorite band?
Foo Fighters
What’s your favorite movie?
They were my special shoes....if you know you know!
What’s your favorite sports team?
Who Dat, LSU, Stingrays
What’s your drink of choice?
Preferably wet ones!
What was your last halloween costume?
Hmmmmmmmmmmm.....dirty fisherman.
What do you want for Christmas this year?
More Happiness, good health, more financial wealth for my family, friends, and myself.
How did you get started guiding?
I took a charter to learn how to fish a new area while in the USN. I realized that one day if the opportunity presented itself, I'd love to share my passion of fishing with others. I have fished all over the USA and in other countries.
What makes you different from other guides?
I just love sharing my passion with others. I can't make the fish bite but i can give the absolute best experience possible on the water. Each and everyday I am able to spend on the water is a blessing.
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Recent Reviews of Fishing Charleston 101

5.0
based on 11 reviews

James

Verified Review

My second trip with Carlo, and another fantastic time! I highly recommend Carlo for Charleston fishing, he knows his way around!

James

Verified Review

My second trip with Carlo, and another fantastic time! I highly recommend Carlo for Charleston fishing, he knows his way around!
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Response from Carlo:
James it was great seeing you again! Thank you for the excellent review, looking forward to having you back out on the water again.

Response from Carlo:

James it was great seeing you again! Thank you for the excellent review, looking forward to having you back out on the water again.
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Rob

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This was the highlight of our trip to Charleston! Family of four with a 16 year old daughter and 13 year old son who both love to fish. We booked a 3 hour morning excursion. Carlo communicated with me thru the days leading up to make sure we knew what to bring, where to park, restroom situation, etc. He was all ready for us and we had the BEST trip! ...

Rob

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This was the highlight of our trip to Charleston! Family of four with a 16 year old daughter and 13 year old son who both love to fish. We booked a 3 hour morning excursion. Carlo communicated with me thru the days leading up to make sure we knew what to bring, where to park, restroom situation, etc. He was all ready for us and we had the BEST trip! He has a great boat, awesome gear, was ready with bait for us, taught us how to cast (and did it for us if we needed a precision cast!), and is an all-around great guy to fish with! He has such great stories, which made the morning so fun and interesting. We all caught several different types of fish, we all caught one stingray (so cool!) and even a blue crab trying to rip off shrimp bait! The experience was worth every penny and my only regret was not booking Carlo for a longer fishing trip. Really, if you think you want to take a fishing charter, book Carlo and you will NOT be disappointed! 12/10 stars Thanks again, Carlo!!
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Response from Carlo:
Rob it was a pleasure meeting you and your family. Thank you for the great review!

Response from Carlo:

Rob it was a pleasure meeting you and your family. Thank you for the great review!
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Craig

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Simply could not have had a more fun and enjoyable morning on the water than we did with Captain Carlo!!! He knew the right spots, and over 4 hours our party of 5 caught more than 30 fish representative of almost 10 different species, including an couple of really fun bonnett head shark fights (we caught 4 sharks without trying to catch sharks). A great introduction to fishing for my first-timer son (7...

Craig

Verified Review

Simply could not have had a more fun and enjoyable morning on the water than we did with Captain Carlo!!! He knew the right spots, and over 4 hours our party of 5 caught more than 30 fish representative of almost 10 different species, including an couple of really fun bonnett head shark fights (we caught 4 sharks without trying to catch sharks). A great introduction to fishing for my first-timer son (7 years old) and a great time for his cousins (age 13 and 17) and me and my brother-in-law. I can't recommend Capt. Carlo strongly enough. I'll definitely be booking with him next time we are back in Charleston. Thanks to Captain Experiences for making the whole process so simple and effective. A+++++++
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Response from Carlo:
It was an absolute pleasure having you on the boat! Thank you for the great review.

Response from Carlo:

It was an absolute pleasure having you on the boat! Thank you for the great review.
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Eric

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Carlo was an EXCELLENT captain. As knowledgeable and friendly of a guide as you can get. Taught us a ton and most importantly, put us on fish! Can't recommend him enough.

Eric

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Carlo was an EXCELLENT captain. As knowledgeable and friendly of a guide as you can get. Taught us a ton and most importantly, put us on fish! Can't recommend him enough.
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Response from Carlo:
Thank you Eric for the great review, it was a pleasure having y'all on the boat!

Response from Carlo:

Thank you Eric for the great review, it was a pleasure having y'all on the boat!
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Marshall

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Captain Carlo was awesome! He took our family of four out for my kids’ first time fishing and we had a fantastic time! He was patient with our two young kids (6 & 4), did a great job teaching all of us, and showing us the sights around the Charleston harbor. Would not hesitate for a second go book with him again!

Marshall

Verified Review

Captain Carlo was awesome! He took our family of four out for my kids’ first time fishing and we had a fantastic time! He was patient with our two young kids (6 & 4), did a great job teaching all of us, and showing us the sights around the Charleston harbor. Would not hesitate for a second go book with him again!
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Response from Carlo:
Thank you so much for the great review Marshall. It was a pleasure sharing my passion with your family!

Response from Carlo:

Thank you so much for the great review Marshall. It was a pleasure sharing my passion with your family!
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James

Verified Review

Really excellent time with Carlo! He knows the spots to catch fish and tailors the trip to what you want it to be. Great boat and all the help fishing you want. Highly recommended and I'm already planning another trip with him.

James

Verified Review

Really excellent time with Carlo! He knows the spots to catch fish and tailors the trip to what you want it to be. Great boat and all the help fishing you want. Highly recommended and I'm already planning another trip with him.
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Response from Carlo:
Thank You for the excellent review James. It was a pleasure spending the afternoon with you on the boat. Looking forward to our next fishing adventure together.

Response from Carlo:

Thank You for the excellent review James. It was a pleasure spending the afternoon with you on the boat. Looking forward to our next fishing adventure together.
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Matthew

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Carlo is the man. Great communication as we approached our trip as weather was a factor.
Made it easy for a bunch of us who had limited fishing experience. Would book with him again in a heartbeat.

Matthew

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Carlo is the man. Great communication as we approached our trip as weather was a factor.
Made it easy for a bunch of us who had limited fishing experience. Would book with him again in a heartbeat.
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Response from Carlo:
Thank you for the excellent review Matt. It was a pleasure having y'all on the boat!

Response from Carlo:

Thank you for the excellent review Matt. It was a pleasure having y'all on the boat!
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Michael

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We had an absolute great time with Captain Carlo!! He was great with my 9 year old son and knew everything about the area. Will definitely come back!!!

Michael

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We had an absolute great time with Captain Carlo!! He was great with my 9 year old son and knew everything about the area. Will definitely come back!!!
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Response from Carlo:
Mike it was a pleasure meeting you and your son. Looking forward to making more great memories together!

Response from Carlo:

Mike it was a pleasure meeting you and your son. Looking forward to making more great memories together!
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Justin

Verified Review

10/10 if we could put him up there , went out for a bachelor party and had a great time with Carlo. We had to cut the day short for some people and take them back to the dock but Carlo offer to take the rest of us back out for a couple more hours after. Definitely be using him every time we go out, not to mention we caught some of the biggest drum...

Justin

Verified Review

10/10 if we could put him up there , went out for a bachelor party and had a great time with Carlo. We had to cut the day short for some people and take them back to the dock but Carlo offer to take the rest of us back out for a couple more hours after. Definitely be using him every time we go out, not to mention we caught some of the biggest drum and sheep head inshore we’ve seen.
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Response from Carlo:
Thank you So much for the great review. Looking forward to seeing yall again!

Response from Carlo:

Thank you So much for the great review. Looking forward to seeing yall again!
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Ed

Verified Review

Great captain! Carlo wants his guests to succeed! Great experience!

Ed

Verified Review

Great captain! Carlo wants his guests to succeed! Great experience!
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Response from Carlo:
Thank you for the great review, looking forward to seeing you on the water again Ed.

Response from Carlo:

Thank you for the great review, looking forward to seeing you on the water again Ed.
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Peta

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Captain Carlo was fantastic! He was very knowledgeable and friendly. Add to that the fact that we all caught a variety of fish and two of us had only been fishing once before in our lives, and you have a perfect day. Thank you!

Peta

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Captain Carlo was fantastic! He was very knowledgeable and friendly. Add to that the fact that we all caught a variety of fish and two of us had only been fishing once before in our lives, and you have a perfect day. Thank you!
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Response from Carlo:
Thank you for the great review! It was a pleasure meeting y'all.

Response from Carlo:

Thank you for the great review! It was a pleasure meeting y'all.
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