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John's Island Slam - 21' Robalo

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Inshore, River, Flats in North Charleston

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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in North Charleston

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Everything to Know About Booking a Charleston topwater fishing charter

What are the best topwater fishing charters in Charleston?

Why should I book a topwater fishing charter in Charleston with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 15 topwater fishing trips in Charleston, and the most popular trips in the area are Sport Fishing Trips guided by Charlie, Reds On The Fly And Light Tackle guided by Adam, and John's Island Slam - 21' Robalo guided by Derrick.

Our guides in Charleston are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 7228 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 topwater fishing guides / fishing lessons in Charleston? Check out our beginner and family friendly topwater fishing guides in Charleston.

What types of topwater fishing charters are common in Charleston?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for topwater fishing in Charleston as well as inshore fishing, river fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for topwater fishing in Charleston are: 1. blackfin tuna, 2. blue marlin, 3. flounder, 4. jack crevalle, and 5. kingfish.

How much do Charleston topwater fishing charters cost?

Prices for topwater fishing in Charleston can range anywhere from about $600 to $3,000, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing in Charleston is $1,010. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing in Charleston is $2,173.

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 topwater fishing charter in Charleston?

The most popular season to go on a topwater fishing charter in Charleston is spring, and most anglers book their trips 47 days in advance.

Do I need a Charleston fishing license and what are the bag limits in Charleston?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had an absolute blast on our inshore fishing excursion with Captain Carlo. He was knowledgable about the area, knew the best spots to put us on top of the fish, and shared some great stories along the way. He was extremely attentive to anything we needed, had the bait on the hook before we knew we needed it, and made sure we were having fun at all times. Look forward to the next trip!

    Clayton P. | May 15, 2026

    Trip: Besting Charleston's Beasts

  • ★★★★★
    Carlo was great. We had an amazing time and caught a bunch of different species. Lot of fun and great trip!!

    Michael B. | May 11, 2026

    Trip: Charleston Inshore Excursion

  • ★★★★★
    We had a fantastic experience fishing with Captain David. He was extremely personable, he had great communication and was very knowledgeable about the area. He was clear on what the plan for the day was and was quick to adapt to changing conditions. Captain David put us on the fish and helped create a memorable experience! We will definitely use him again on our next visit.

    Corey C. | April 12, 2026

    Trip: Inshore Saltwater

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing 3-hour inshore fishing trip Easter morning with Captain Carlos! From start to finish, he was punctual, communicative, and incredibly accommodating, keeping us informed with helpful texts and making everything easy. It was just me, my 32-year-old son, and my 18-year-old daughter, and he truly made the experience special for each of us. He was patient, energetic, and so friendly, never once showing frustration, just making sure we were all having a great time. It was a perfect outing, and we couldn’t have asked for a better captain. We will book with Carlo again in the future! Highly recommend!

    Stacey W. | April 6, 2026

    Trip: Charleston Inshore Excursion

  • ★★★★★
    Brain was a great Captain. He was very knowledgeable of the area, put us on some great fish. He was really good for having four teenage boys on his boat. We will use them again.

    Raquel R. | March 23, 2026

    Trip: Low Country Flats Action

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