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Everything to Know About Booking a Hilton Head Island live bait fishing charter

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Hilton Head with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 19 live bait fishing trips in Hilton Head, and the most popular trips in the area are Coastal Ocean / Reef & Wreck Trip guided by Blair, 4 Hour Inshore Fishing guided by Kurt, and 2 HR Family Shark Fishing guided by Zack.

Our guides in Hilton Head are rated a 4.98 out of 5 based on 4715 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 Hilton Head? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Hilton Head.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Hilton Head?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Hilton Head as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Hilton Head are: 1. redfish, 2. black drum, 3. speckled trout, 4. cobia, and 5. blacktip shark.

How much do Hilton Head Island live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Hilton Head can range anywhere from about $525 to $2,740, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Hilton Head is $879. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Hilton Head is $1,787.

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 Hilton Head?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Hilton Head is summer, and most anglers book their trips 31 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    The morning we spent with Zack was great! I was with my two teenage sons and son-in-law. Zack clearly has the experience and knowledge of someone who has been doing this for a long time. He was awesome to work with and was a lot of fun. We would do again for sure if we make it out to Hilton Head in the future.

    Derrick H. | May 30, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    What a fantastic day on the water with Captain Kurt!! Super nice fella, very amiable, very knowledgeable and great fishing guide for Hilton Head. We thoroughly enjoyed the time with Kurt and the fishing experience. Kurt is very helpful, provides excellent guidance and at the same time, somehow manages to not intrude. He is very professional and clearly loves what he is doing. We will not hesitate to call on Capt the next time we are on Hilton Head and looking to do some fishing. Thank you, Captain Kurt!!! Kurt is also a former Marine, and on this Memorial Day weekend, we thank him for his service to our Country.

    John T. | May 26, 2025

    Trip: 4 Hour Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    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 A. | May 26, 2025

    Trip: Besting Charleston's Beasts

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely fabulous guide. We hit a perfect day, put a few fish in the boat, and I thoroughly enjoyed hanging out with Chris, my kinda guy. Highly recommend you book with him.

    Mike C. | March 23, 2025

    Trip: 4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Matt was a great guide. He had a very clean boat and was willing to teach some of us inexperienced fishers. He was courteous and friendly throughout the trip. The boat ride allowed us to see other parts of South Carolina we would not see otherwise. He was kind enough to rescheduled us when our original date was going to have terrible weather. Captain Matt also made sure we caught fish during our fishing trip. He tried different ways of fishing to catch them given the weather. We were able to catch enough fish to then head to Water's Edge where they cooked our fish for us for dinner. He helped us find restaurants nearby where we could do this. Overall, a wonderful experience with Captain Matt. We highly recommend booking with him.

    Marisela R. | March 13, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing on our New Boat!

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