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About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

If you’re ready for the ultimate offshore challenge, Captain Ryan’s 13-hour Gulfstream adventure is the trip for you. Running up to 70 miles offshore into the deep, cobalt-blue waters of the Gulfstream, this trip is all about chasing the ocean’s most prized pelagic species—and creating stories you’ll be telling for years.

With over 12 years of professional offshore experience and a lifetime on the water, Captain Ryan has the skill, stamina, and know-how to put you in front of trophy fish. The Gulfstream is home to heavy hitters like Blue and White Marlin, Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Wahoo, and Mahi Mahi. These fish hit hard, run fast, and test your strength from the moment they take the bait. Every hookup is a shot at a once-in-a-lifetime catch.

To cover serious ground and raise these pelagics, you’ll be trolling a spread of lures and baits, targeting the temperature breaks, weed lines, and underwater structures where predators feed. Captain Ryan’s boat is fully outfitted for the long haul, with GPS, radar, outriggers, a fishfinder, a live bait well, and a comfortable cabin with a toilet to make the day more enjoyable.

This is a full-day, big-water commitment—designed for anglers who want to push beyond the horizon and test themselves against some of the toughest gamefish on the planet. The trip is for up to 6 anglers, and everything you need is included: rods, reels, tackle, lures, fishing licenses, and the expertise of a skilled first mate (a 15–20% gratuity is customary for their hard work).

After 13 hours on the Gulfstream, you’ll return to the dock with a hard-earned catch and the experience of fishing some of the most productive offshore waters on the East Coast.

Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	13 hours
1 Person	$2,800.00
2 People	$2,800.00
3 People	$2,800.00
4 People	$2,800.00
5 People	$2,800.00
6 People	$2,800.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Ryan C.

Independent Guide

Captain Ryan has over 12 years of professional offshore and nearshore fishing experience in North Carolina. He started his career as a local waterman when he was just 12 years old commercial fishing, then as a mate on a charter boat for years until becoming an owner and captain himself.

About Your Guide

Ryan C.

Independent Guide

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Carolina Beach, North Carolina

About Your Boat

1/4

Boat Type: Down East Cruiser
Boat Manufacturer: Custom
Year Built: 1984
Boat Length: 40'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Down East Cruiser
Boat Manufacturer: Custom
Year Built: 1984
Boat Length: 40'
Boat Restroom: Yes
Engine Manufacturer: Caterpillar
Total Horsepower: 500
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Outriggers, Radar

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart » View Recent Carolina Beach Fishing Reports »

Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Everything Else to Know

All gear is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.

You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.

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%).

Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is home to thousands of quality, vetted fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code 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 event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.