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Everything to Know About Booking a Wilmington bonito fishing charter

What are the best bonito fishing charters in Wilmington?

Why should I book a bonito fishing charter in Wilmington with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 9 bonito trips in Wilmington, and the most popular trips in the area are Wilmington Mixed Bag guided by Dave and Wrightsville Beach Nearshore guided by Cord.

Our guides in Wilmington are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3685 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 bonito guides / fishing lessons in Wilmington? Check out our beginner and family friendly bonito guides in Wilmington.

What types of bonito fishing charters are common in Wilmington?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bonito in Wilmington as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Wilmington are trolling, light tackle fishing, and bottom fishing but live bait fishing and artificial lure fishing are popular as well.

How much do Wilmington bonito fishing charters cost?

Prices for bonito in Wilmington can range anywhere from about $500 to $1,600, but the average price for a half day trip for bonito in Wilmington is $732. The average price for a full day trip for bonito in Wilmington is $1,139.

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 bonito fishing in Wilmington?

The most popular season for bonito fishing in Wilmington is summer, and most anglers book their trips 14 days in advance.

Do I need a Wilmington fishing license for bonito and what are the bag limits for bonito in Wilmington?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had a fantastic time. Caught lots of fish and enjoyed talking to Jason. He put us on fish immediately and moved to another location if the fish stopped biting. Never had time to eat the snacks we brought. Will book with Jason the next time we go fishing

    Gregory W. | October 4, 2024

    Trip: Bottomfishing/Trolling Combo

  • ★★★★★
    Jordan was a great captain! By gosh, by dern, he was going to find some fish for us. Nearly defeated, he found a spot at the end of our trip. He was kind enough to let us fish a bit longer than scheduled so we could pull in a few. Thank you!

    Macy C. | August 14, 2023

    Trip: Fishing Special - 26’ C-Hawk

  • ★★★★★
    I enjoyed the trip and would like to go back out for grouper and mahi

    Leanna S. | July 31, 2023

    Trip: Fishing Special - 26’ C-Hawk

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Dave was amazing! We went to a few different spots and caught a good bit of fish. Youre guaranteed to have a great time out there!

    Adri P. | July 20, 2023

    Trip: Wilmington Mixed Bag

  • ★★★★★
    Great time! Can't wait to go back.

    Kyle G. | June 30, 2023

    Trip: Exciting Nearshore Half Day

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