Damn Good Kingfish Fishing Charters In South Carolina

Looking for an adrenaline-pumping offshore fishing adventure? Then look no further than Charleston, SC – home to some of the best fishing in the world! A 10-hour, full day, offshore fishing trip is the perfect way to experience everything this amazing coastline has to offer. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a novice, a trip aboard with Captain Johnston will be an unforgettable experience. He specializes in offshore fishing, and will make sure to put you on the fish. On this trip, you'll hone in on Sailfish, one of the top pelagic sportfish species in the Atlantic. These fish are world-famous for their fighting ability, beautiful colors, and taste! Sailfish travel thousands of miles hunting squid, baitfish, ballyhoo, and more, and when they hit your line, you'll feel it! To attract these fish, Captain Johnston will be trolling a variety of baits and lures, but as soon as that rod bends, it's all you! Bring your A-game, because these hard-fishing gamefish will test your skill, strength, and stamina. Generally speaking, Sailfish are a catch-and-release species, so bring a camera to record your trophy! There's also opportunities for White Marlin, which share their habitat with Sailfish and love going after similar prey. You'll be aboard Captain Johnston's 35' Everglades center console with a capacity for 6 anglers. Powered by three 300 HP Mercury engines, she'll shred through the offshore waters with ease to take you where the fish are biting! This vessel comes equipped with a GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Fighting Chair, Outriggers, and on-board Bathroom. Captain Johnston will provide all rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures and fishing licenses. All you need to bring is a pair of sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food or drinks you might want out on the water. You should also bring a camera to record your trophy fish. Head out to the deep waters and bag a personal record! Read More

Come aboard with Captain Chris for a nearshore adventure on the beautiful waters off the coast of Charleston, South Carolina. He guides his 26’ Center Console expertly while helping you search for a fresh catch. This trip runs for 4 hours and is a great opportunity to get out on the water with family and friends, since Captain Chris’ luxurious boat can accommodate up to 6 people. It is also equipped with a GPS, fish finder, live bait well, and outriggers designed for trolling in search of Bluefish, Cobia, Flounder, King Mackerel, and Redfish. Who knows, you might even get lucky and find a Blacktip Shark! Captain Chris is an experienced guide who will navigate the cerulean waters expertly, providing as much or as little assistance as you want. Whether you have been fishing all your life or are looking to learn, this trip is an amazing experience among the bountiful reefs. Read More

Launch aboard Captain Brad's fully decked out 26' Center Console for a first-class Atlantic Coast fishing experience out of historic Charleston SC. With a background in the US Coast Guard and a resulting 10+ years of experience fishing the Atlantic Coast all the way from Maine down to the Florida Keys, Captain Brad will put all of his knowledge toward getting you on the fish safely and in style! Captain Brad usually likes to launch from the WO Thomas Jr. Boat Landing by the Westmoreland bridge, but there is no need to waste your time hailing an uber or fretting showing up on time, if transportation is a problem Brad is more than happy to come to pick you up! Just let us know where you'd like to be picked up from. Either way, after you get settled in, and Captain brad starts up his twin 150 Yamahas, you will motor out a couple of miles offshore to do some trolling, bottom fishing, and fish catching! For these Combo Trolling and Bottom fishing trips you can expect to hook into the likes of Wahoo, King Mackerel, Snapper, Sharks, Mahi Mahi, Bonita, Amber Jack, and Cobia just to name a few, and there are plenty more species the productive waters of the Atlantic can offer up! You are welcome to get as involved as you would like with your adventure as well, whether you'd rather lounge until the reel starts screaming or if you want your hand on the rod the whole time, Captain Brad can make it happen! Beyond superior service and luxurious amenities, Captain Brad also provides the best rods, reels, tackle, bait, and fishing licenses you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water. Thus, all you need to bring is your favorite lunch, snack, and drink, your sun protection, maybe a towel, and your camera! Otherwise, Captain Brad will take care of the rest to make the most of your Charleston offshore adventure! Read More

While there are alot of speices to catch when you venture all the way out to the Gulfstream waters 40-50miles offshore... there are 3 main seasons Captain Johnston focuses on. Mahi fishing is best from the end of April through May. Sailfish and Blue Marlin fishing is best from Mid May to the end of July. And Blackfin Tuna/Wahoo fishing is best in the colder months from September through March. No matter what season you're planning to book a trip, when you book with Captain Johnston you can be sure you're in for an action-packed day of fishing big game in the Gulf Stream! The offshore waters of South Carolina are great for chasing after some prized deep water fish. On this 10-hour trip, Captain Johnston will power offshore, trolling for classic gamefish species such as King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Wahoo, Marlin, and Yellowfin Tuna. You'll be targeting these picture-worthy fish primarily by trolling. Whether you want to fish with a rod in your hands or relax while the boat does most of the work, Captain Johnston will have you covered. He has years of experience in these waters and he's sure to get your rod set up with what the fish are biting! You'll be aboard Captain Johnston's 45' Seahunter center console with a capacity for 6 anglers. Powered by four 350 HP Suzuki engines, she'll shred through the offshore waters with ease to take you where the fish are biting! This vessel comes equipped with a GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Fighting Chair, Outriggers, on-board Bathroom and Ice Box to store your catches. Captain Johnston will even clean any tasty keepers for you to take home! Captain Johnston will provide all rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures and fishing licenses. All you need to bring is sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food or drinks you might want out on the water. Head out to the deep waters with Captain Johnston! Read More

Set Sail for a Carolina Offshore Adventure with Captain Adrian! Prepare for a nautical journey like no other as you embark on a thrilling Carolina offshore fishing trip, guided by the seasoned expert, Captain Adrian. Whether you're an experienced angler or a first-time fisherman, get ready to explore the bountiful depths of the Atlantic Ocean. A Bounty of Offshore Delights Your Carolina offshore adventure promises an array of exciting catches. Feel the adrenaline rush as you reel in the prized Black Seabass, known for their impressive size and delectable flavor. Battle the fierce Kingfish, renowned for their strength and speed. Encounter the vibrant Mahi Mahi, with their stunning colors and incredible acrobatics. And don't forget the challenge of Triggerfish and Vermillion Snapper, each offering a unique and rewarding fishing experience. Bottom Fishing Expertise Captain Adrian is a bottom fishing maestro, and he knows precisely where to lead you for the best catches. Whether you're dropping your line in pursuit of Black Seabass or aiming for the elusive Vermillion Snapper, his expertise ensures a successful and exhilarating day on the water. Why Choose Captain Adrian? With years of experience navigating the Carolina offshore waters, Captain Adrian has honed his skills to provide you with an unmatched fishing adventure. His passion for the sea and dedication to your satisfaction make him the ultimate guide for anglers of all skill levels. An Oceanic Playground Awaits As you cast your lines, you'll be immersed in the natural splendor of the Carolina offshore. Watch the waves dance as the sun sets on the horizon and witness the diverse marine life that inhabits these waters. Captain Adrian's state-of-the-art equipment and local knowledge ensure you have everything needed for a day filled with unforgettable memories. Book Your Carolina Offshore Adventure Today! Don't miss your chance to experience the thrill of a Carolina offshore fishing trip with Captain Adrian. Whether you're seeking trophy catches or simply looking to savor a day at sea, this adventure offers something for everyone. Reserve your spot now and prepare for an extraordinary day of fishing with Captain Adrian at the helm! Read More

Launch aboard Captain Brad's fully decked out 26' Center Console for a first-class and productive Trolling experience out of historic Charleston SC. With a background in the US Coast Guard and a resulting 10+ years of experience fishing the Atlantic Coast all the way from Maine down to the Florida Keys, Captain Brad will put all of his knowledge toward getting you on the fish safely and in style! Captain Brad usually likes to launch from the WO Thomas Jr. Boat Landing by the Westmoreland bridge, but there is no need to waste your time hailing an uber or fretting showing up on time, if transportation is a problem Brad is more than happy to come to pick you up! Just let us know where you'd like to be picked up from. Either way, after you get settled in, and Captain brad starts up his twin 150 Yamahas, you will motor out a couple of miles offshore to do some Trolling and fish catching. Trolling trips are great because the boat and the knowledge of your captain do the "boring" part for you. You get to sit back, relax, enjoy the sweet sea breeze while you wait for the reel to start screaming! These trips can be extremely productive as well. If you get into a pod of Wahoo, King Mackerel, or Mahi, Captain Brad will just keep circling back to catch more and more, until you've caught your limit or your arms get too tired. Wahoo, King Mackerel, and Mahi Mahi, are just a couple of the potential species you could catch while you're out there, and there are plenty more species the productive waters of the Atlantic can offer up! You are welcome to get as involved as you would like with your adventure as well, whether you'd rather lounge and chat with the lovely company you've brought on board, or scan the horizon looking for birds or fish activity to help out your Captain, Captain Brad will make sure you have a fantastic time either way. Beyond superior service and luxurious amenities, Captain Brad also provides the best rods, reels, tackle, bait, and fishing licenses you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water. Thus, all you need to bring is your favorite lunch, snack, and drink, your sun protection, maybe a towel, and some good company! Otherwise, Captain Brad will take care of the rest to make the most of your Charleston Trolling adventure! Read More

Head out with Captain Johnston for an exciting day of fishing the scenic South Carolina reefs! The offshore reefs of Charleston are home to plenty of species of fish that are sure to keep you entertained for hours. On this 8-hour trip, Captain Johnston will bring you 30 miles offshore where you'll post up in the reefs and go after some prized Atlantic fish such as King Mackerel, Snapper, Grouper, Trigger fish, Black Seabass and other bottom fish species. You'll be targeting these fish by bottom fishing with live bait when its available and jigging waited jigs when live bait is scarce! Whether you want to fish with a rod in your hands or relax while the boat does most of the work, Captain Johnston will have you covered. He has years of experience in these waters and he's sure to get your rod set up with what the fish are biting! You'll be aboard Captain Johnston's 45' Seahunter center console with a capacity for 6 anglers. Powered by 4 350 HP Suzuki engines, she'll shred through the offshore waters with ease to take you to where the fish are biting! This vessel comes equipped with a GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Fighting Chair, Outriggers, on board Bathroom and Ice Box to store your catches. Captain Johnston will even clean any tasty keepers for you to take home! Captain Johnston will provide all rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures and fishing licenses. All you need to bring is sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food or drinks you might want out on the water. Head out to the deep waters with Captain Johnston! Read More

Fuel is included in the price! Come aboard with Captain Johnston for an exciting day fishing the Charleston nearshores! The nearshore waters of Charleston are home to plenty of fish-rich reefs and wrecks that are great for picking up some prized Atlantic fish. On this 6 hour trip, Captain Johnston will motor you out into the Charleston Harbor jetties or some nearshore reefs and wrecks where you'll be targeting Redfish, Blacktip Sharks, Bonnethead Sharks, and maybe even Tarpon in the summer months, and Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder and more in the colder months. You'll be fishing with light tackle and choosing from a selection of live bait or artificial lures. Captain Johnston has years of experience in these waters and he's sure to get your rod set up with what the fish are biting! Captain Johnston will provide all rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures and fishing licenses. All you need to bring is sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food or drinks you might want out on the water. Come get some tasty fish with Captain Johnston in the Charleston nearshores! Read More

Get out there with Captain Chris and experience the amazing fishing that Little River, SC has to offer! You'll have access to a variety of habitats and water types on this trip, ranging from shallow inshore areas, where you can sightcast to tailing Redfish in clear water, all the way out to nearshore areas where you'll target Kingfish, Blacktip Sharks, Spanish Mackerel, and more. Depending on your fishing preferences, the weather, and the time of year, Captain Chris will put you on the the best spots to catch trophies, fill your cooler, or both! You'll be fishing aboard his 23' Sea Pro bay boat—an ideal vessel for small groups of anglers. She's powered by a 200-HP Suzuki, so you can expect a smooth, fast ride out there. In addition, the boat features a livewell for bait, a wireless trolling motor for maneuvering in shallow water, and a standard suite of electronics to help you find and catch fish efficiently. Captain Chris will supply everything you need for an awesome trip, including all the rods, reels, bait, and tackle. Just bring some sunscreen, proper clothing, a hat, and sunglasses and you'll be good to go! Read More

Launch aboard Captain TJ's fully decked out 26' Center Console for a freezer-filling fishing experience out of Charleston SC. Captain TJ will put all of his knowledge of fish habits, sea trends, and weather patterns toward getting you on these reef fish safely and in style! The boat you'll be fishing from is a 26-foot Mako 264. A true battle wagon designed for hardcore offshore fishing. She's equipped with twin 200 HP Suzuki engines, outriggers, VHF radio, Garmin radar, GPS, sonar satellite radio, bathroom, live wells, fishing boxes, sink, and top-of-the-line fishing equipment. After you get settled in, and Captain TJ cranks up his Suzuki outboard, you will motor out a couple of miles offshore to hit the reefs, wrecks, and deepwater structures for some delicious table fare that puts up a fight! On these trip, you will be using heavy tackle rods and weighted live bait or jig hooks that you'll drop down into the murky depths of the Atlantic. You can expect to hook into a variety of Snapper and Grouper species like Red Snapper, Lane Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, Red Grouper and Gag Grouper, but you never know what the murky depths of the Atlantic will produce! Fishing the reefs you can also catch an occasional Amberjack, and Cobia just to name a few, and there are plenty more species the productive waters of the Atlantic can offer up! You are welcome to get as involved as you would like with your adventure as well, whether you'd rather lounge until Captain TJ has hooked into the fish or if you want your hand on the rod the whole time to feel the bite, Captain TJ can make it happen! Beyond superior service and a stylish ride, Captain TJ also provides the best rods, reels, tackle, bait, and fishing licenses you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water. Thus, all you need to bring is your favorite lunch, snack, and drink, your sun protection, maybe a towel, and your camera! Otherwise, Captain TJ will take care of the rest to make the most of your Charleston offshore adventure! Read More

You’ll head 25-50 miles offshore to deep drop bottom rigs and or jig offshore structures to target mutton snapper, gag and scamp grouper, red snapper(seasonal), King Mackerel, barracuda, african pompano, cobia, amberjack, shark, triggerfish, and many more! All charters are aboard Captain Matt's 30' Contender center console powered by twin 250 hp Suzuki engines. This trip can handle up to 5 people, but just so you know, this trip can be heavily dependent on wind and sea conditions Captain Matt will get you all set up with top-of-the-line fishing gear with spinning and conventional gear available. Your license is provided along with all bait and tackle but feel free to bring along your own if you prefer. The boat comes loaded with bottled water and plenty of ice and cooler space for your use. You need only bring food and any other beverages you wish. Alcoholic beverages are permitted but overindulgence is obviously not tolerated for safety reasons. Read More

Launch aboard Captain TJ's fully decked out 26' Center Console for a dusk-til-dawn fishing experience out of Charleston SC. Captain TJ will put all of his knowledge of fish habits, sea trends, and weather patterns toward getting you on these reef fish safely and in style! On this 12-hour trip, Captain TJ will keep you within 90 miles of the Charleston coast where you'll be going after some Amberjack, Blackfin Tuna, Cobia, Gag Grouper, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Vermillion Snapper, and Wahoo. You'll mainly be bottom fishing or trolling on this trip. Whether you want to actively fish with rod-in-hand or lounge until a reel starts screaming, just let Captain TJ know and he'll get you set up with the best method and provide some expert instruction to make sure you get one on your line! Trolling trips are great because the boat and the knowledge of your captain do the "boring" part for you. Captain TJ will drop the throttle down to a couple knots and start surveying the horizon for birds and grass lines. The grass lines can provide structure for pelagics to congregate around and birds are usually an indicator of bait on the surface! Wahoo, King Mackerel, and Mahi Mahi, are just a couple of the potential species you could catch while you're out there, and there are plenty more species the productive waters of the Atlantic can offer up! When you go bottom fishing you'll hit the reefs, wrecks, and deepwater structures for some delicious table fare that puts up a fight! On these trips, you will be using heavy tackle rods and weighted live bait or jig hooks that you'll drop down into the murky depths of the Atlantic. You can expect to hook into a variety of Snapper and Grouper species like Red Snapper, Lane Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, Red Grouper and Gag Grouper, but you never know what the murky depths of the Atlantic will produce! Fishing the reefs you can also catch an occasional Amberjack, and Cobia just to name a few, and there are plenty more species the productive waters of the Atlantic can offer up! The boat you'll be fishing from is a 26-foot Mako 264. A true battle wagon designed for hardcore offshore fishing. She's equipped with twin 200 HP Suzuki engines, outriggers, VHF radio, Garmin radar, GPS, sonar satellite radio, bathroom, live wells, fishing boxes, sink, and top-of-the-line fishing equipment. Beyond superior service and a stylish ride, Captain TJ also provides the best rods, reels, tackle, bait, and fishing licenses you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water. Thus, all you need to bring is your favorite lunch, snack, and drink, your sun protection, maybe a towel, and your camera! Otherwise, Captain TJ will take care of the rest to make the most of your Charleston offshore adventure! Read More