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Deep Sea Fishing in Carolina Beach

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Morehead City

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Morehead City

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Newport

Inshore/Nearshore - 30' Contender

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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Ocean Isle Beach

Captains Choice Fishing Charter

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Hatteras Inshore & Nearshore

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Crystal Coast Inshore Trip - 22'

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Wilmington Mixed Bag

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Hampstead

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Morehead City

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Nearshore, Jetty Fishing in Harkers Island

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Everything to Know About Booking a North Carolina cobia fishing charter

What are the best cobia fishing charters in North Carolina?

Why should I book a cobia fishing charter in North Carolina with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 42 cobia trips in North Carolina, and the most popular trips in the area are Offshore Trolling And Wrecks guided by Fox, NC Nearshore/Offshore Adventure guided by Brian, and 1/2 Day Inshore guided by Jeffrey.

Our guides in North Carolina are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 7153 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly cobia guides / fishing lessons in North Carolina? Check out our beginner and family friendly cobia guides in North Carolina.

What types of cobia fishing charters are common in North Carolina?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for cobia in North Carolina as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in North Carolina are light tackle fishing, trolling, and bottom fishing but artificial lure fishing and jigging are popular as well.

How much do North Carolina cobia fishing charters cost?

Prices for cobia in North Carolina can range anywhere from about $600 to $2,200, but the average price for a half day trip for cobia in North Carolina is $872. The average price for a full day trip for cobia in North Carolina is $1,627.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for cobia fishing in North Carolina?

The most popular season for cobia fishing in North Carolina is summer, and most anglers book their trips 14 days in advance.

Do I need a North Carolina fishing license for cobia and what are the bag limits for cobia in North Carolina?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in North Carolina, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in North Carolina. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in North Carolina.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Outstanding guide very polite and knowledgeable. Pictures show it!

    Steven B. | April 14, 2026

    Trip: Fishing Special - 26’ C-Hawk

  • ★★★★★
    What an awesome 1/2 day trip we had with Mike. It was my husband, me, and our 17-year-old son (who has high-functioning autism). Mike was awesome and explained everything very well. He kept taking us to different places until we landed some fish. It was an awesome experience.

    Amy N. | April 12, 2026

    Trip: Hatteras Inshore / Narshore Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Dale was phenomenal. He new the bait and the honey hole. Put us on the fish and sent us home with cleaned dinner. I will absolutely be back and will only go out on the water with him when in the area. 11 out of 10!

    Joseph L. | March 30, 2026

    Trip: Morehead City Inshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a fantastic day fishing with Captain Cord. He found where the fish were hitting, was very friendly and took care of everything.

    Jesse J. | November 15, 2025

    Trip: Wrightsville Beach Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! I was the only guest on the boat and I caught a bunch of Spanish Mackerel.

    Michael H. | September 20, 2025

    Trip: Fishing Special - 26’ C-Hawk

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