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Recently Booked Topwater Fishing Charters In South Carolina

Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Folly Beach

3-6 Hr "REEF" Trip

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26 ft 1 - 5 People From $700
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, River, Flats in Folly Beach

3-6 Hr – Inshore Trip

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $450
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This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Charleston

Near Coastal Reef Fishing

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24 ft 1 - 12 People From $750
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Hilton Head Island

Wreck Fishing/bottom Fishing

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38 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Hilton Head Island

12 Hour Trip – Troll/Bottom Fishing

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38 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,000
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in North Charleston

Besting Charleston's Beasts

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24 ft 1 - 12 People From $350

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, River, Flats in Folly Beach

Folly Fly Or Light Tackle

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18 ft 1 - 2 People From $525
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head On Artificials

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $350
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, River, Flats in Mount Pleasant

Inshore Saltwater

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17 ft 1 - 2 People From $450
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, River, Flats in North Charleston

Charleston Inshore Excursion

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24 ft 1 - 12 People From $350
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, River, Flats in Folly Beach

Low Country Flats Action

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25 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Johns Island

Deep Sea Trolling & Bottom Fishing

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46 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,700
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Everything to Know About Booking a South Carolina topwater fishing charter

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 17 topwater fishing trips in South Carolina, and the most popular trips in the area are 3-6 Hr "REEF" Trip guided by Michael, 3-6 Hr – Inshore Trip guided by Michael, and Near Coastal Reef Fishing guided by Shane.

Our guides in South Carolina are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5945 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 South Carolina? Check out our beginner and family friendly topwater fishing guides in South Carolina.

What types of topwater fishing charters are common in South Carolina?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for topwater fishing in South Carolina as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for topwater fishing in South Carolina are: 1. albacore tuna, 2. black drum, 3. black seabass, 4. blacktip shark, and 5. cobia.

How much do South Carolina topwater fishing charters cost?

Prices for topwater fishing in South Carolina can range anywhere from about $550 to $2,700, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing in South Carolina is $999. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing in South Carolina is $1,788.

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 South Carolina?

The most popular season to go on a topwater fishing charter in South Carolina is summer, and most anglers book their trips 45 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    My second trip with Carlo, and another fantastic time! I highly recommend Carlo for Charleston fishing, he knows his way around!

    James R. | October 25, 2025

    Trip: Besting Charleston's Beasts

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Chris was great to fish with. Communication was on point AND upon finding the scheduled landing temporarily closed he notified us that our delay was only 5 minutes. Biting was abit slow that day but he was patient thus all 4 got pulled some fish in. We will book Captain Chris again

    John D. | September 22, 2025

    Trip: Striper Fishing Lake Murray SC

  • ★★★★★
    This was the highlight of our trip to Charleston! Family of four with a 16 year old daughter and 13 year old son who both love to fish. We booked a 3 hour morning excursion. Carlo communicated with me thru the days leading up to make sure we knew what to bring, where to park, restroom situation, etc. He was all ready for us and we had the BEST trip! He has a great boat, awesome gear, was ready with bait for us, taught us how to cast (and did it for us if we needed a precision cast!), and is an all-around great guy to fish with! He has such great stories, which made the morning so fun and interesting. We all caught several different types of fish, we all caught one stingray (so cool!) and even a blue crab trying to rip off shrimp bait! The experience was worth every penny and my only regret was not booking Carlo for a longer fishing trip. Really, if you think you want to take a fishing charter, book Carlo and you will NOT be disappointed! 12/10 stars Thanks again, Carlo!!

    Rob C. | August 28, 2025

    Trip: Besting Charleston's Beasts

  • ★★★★★
    Simply could not have had a more fun and enjoyable morning on the water than we did with Captain Carlo!!! He knew the right spots, and over 4 hours our party of 5 caught more than 30 fish representative of almost 10 different species, including an couple of really fun bonnett head shark fights (we caught 4 sharks without trying to catch sharks). A great introduction to fishing for my first-timer son (7 years old) and a great time for his cousins (age 13 and 17) and me and my brother-in-law. I can't recommend Capt. Carlo strongly enough. I'll definitely be booking with him next time we are back in Charleston. Thanks to Captain Experiences for making the whole process so simple and effective. A+++++++

    Craig S. | August 14, 2025

    Trip: Charleston Inshore Excursion

  • ★★★★★
    Carlo was an EXCELLENT captain. As knowledgeable and friendly of a guide as you can get. Taught us a ton and most importantly, put us on fish! Can't recommend him enough.

    Eric B. | July 14, 2025

    Trip: Charleston Inshore Excursion

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