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Everything to Know About Booking a Wilmington live bait fishing charter
What are the best live bait fishing charters in Wilmington?
The best live bait fishing charters in Wilmington are:
Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Wilmington with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 18 live bait fishing trips in Wilmington, and the most popular trips in the area are Wilmington Kids' Fishing Trip guided by Guion, Wilmington Inshore Fishing Special guided by Jamie, and Wilmington Mixed Bag guided by Dave.
Our guides in Wilmington are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3806 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Wilmington? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Wilmington.
What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Wilmington?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Wilmington as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.
The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Wilmington are: 1. redfish, 2. spanish mackerel, 3. kingfish, 4. speckled trout, and 5. flounder.
How much do Wilmington live bait fishing charters cost?
Prices for live bait fishing in Wilmington can range anywhere from about $443 to $1,500, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Wilmington is $609. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Wilmington is $1,130.
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 on a live bait fishing charter in Wilmington?
The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Wilmington is summer, and most anglers book their trips 36 days in advance.
Do I need a Wilmington fishing license and what are the bag limits 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.
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- Trolling
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