About Your Trip

Nearshore Reef or Shark Trip
This is a 4-hour trip, where you'll be fishing at Charleston's nearshore reefs and wrecks. Target fish near local reefs include Seabass, Sharks, Snappers, Cobia and more!

Half Day Reef Trip
This is a 6-hour fishing trip, where you'll be fishing at Charleston's own reefs ... Read More

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Fountain
Year Built: 2014
Boat Length: 31
Engine Manufacturer: Mercury Verado
Total Horsepower: 600
Number of Engines: 2

About Your Guide

Certified Damn Good Guide

With more than 40 years of experience, Capt. Chris and his son Capt. Hayden are prepared to show you the best of of the Charleston SC waters! Among their favorite fish to target are Blue Marlin, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Snapper, Black Sea Bass and many more!
Techniques

Start Location

95 Ripley Point Drive, Charleston, SC, USA | Bodies of water fished: Charleston Harbor

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

Available

Live Bait

Yes, Included

Weather

You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Species

Black Drum, Black Marlin, Black Seabass, Blackfin Tuna, Cobia, Flounder, Hogfish, Kingfish, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Swordfish, Vermillion Snapper, Wahoo

Techniques

Bottom Fishing, Cut Bait Fishing, Deep Dropping, Drift Fishing, Heavy Tackle Fishing, Jigging, Live Bait Fishing, Trolling

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip: You’ll need to bring drinks (no glass bottles), snacks, weather appropriate clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc...
Where to Buy a Fishing License: No license needed for this trip.

Things to Keep in Mind

Payment & Tipping: We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Cancel for free up to 3 days before the trip.

Pricing & Availability

To check pricing, please select a trip date, duration, group size and start time.

Cancel for free up to 3 days before the trip.

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1000 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.

We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a full refund. Your safety is our top concern.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our location specialists are always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!