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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Join Captain Lance for a 4-hour private fishing trip designed for groups of 1–4 anglers. Whether you're an experienced fisherman or stepping onto a fishing boat for the first time, this trip is designed to accommodate all skill levels and is child-friendly, making it a great option for families looking to spend time on the water together.

This trip departs at 12:00 PM, giving you the opportunity to spend the afternoon fishing with a local captain who knows these waters well.

Every day on the water is different, and Captain Lance will adjust the game plan based on current conditions and what's been biting. Depending on the season and conditions, you may have the opportunity to target Red Drum, Black Drum, Speckled Trout, Sheepshead, Spanish Mackerel, Amberjack, Cobia, Black Sea Bass, Triggerfish, and other local species.

You'll be fishing aboard a 21' center console, a versatile boat that's well-suited for exploring local fishing grounds. The boat is equipped with a restroom for added convenience, and guests are welcome to connect their phones and play their favorite music through the Bluetooth sound system during the trip.

All gear, bait, and fishing licenses are provided, so you'll have everything needed for a day on the water. Fish cleaning is included for any legal fish you'd like to keep.

Guests should plan to bring sunglasses, drinks, and snacks for the trip. If you bring spray sunscreen, Captain Lance asks that you be mindful when applying it around the boat and pay attention to the wind direction to help avoid overspray.

Whether you're introducing your kids to fishing, spending time with friends, or looking to target a particular species, Captain Lance will do his best to help you make the most of your time on the water.

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 hours
1 Person	$550.00
2 People	$550.00
3 People	$550.00
4 People	$550.00

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

About Your Guide

Lance L.

Outfitter

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

Quality

About Your Guide

Lance L.

Outfitter

Captain Lance has fished almost his entire life. Being introduced to fishing at an early age, he has developed a strong passion for the sport. He spent time and worked hard throughout the years to improve his angling skills. 15 years ago, he fell in love with saltwater fishing, and ever since he has spent his time becoming a top guide and learning more every day! He enjoys giving people the experiences he grew up with so they can love fishing as much as he does.

Captain Lance loves nearshore sight-casting for Cobia. He runs these charters during May or Jun. On other months, he spends time in the water searching for and sight casting Redfish, bait fishing for reds, trout and sheepshead. And when he isn't out fishing with his guests, he's usually still found on the water.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

1000 pound bluefin tuna, 9 hr fight, group effort.

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Deer meat (venison)

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

1000 pound bluefin tuna, 9 hr fight, group effort.

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Deer meat (venison)

What’s your favorite band?

Alter bridge/creed

What’s your favorite movie?

Life with eddy Murphy and Martin Lawrence

What’s your favorite sports team?

Denver broncos

What’s your drink of choice?

Sweet tea

What was your last halloween costume?

Have no clue lol, was a kid.

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Happiness.

How did you get started guiding?

Had friends that did, they were always too busy to fun fish, so I joined in and said ill take people and have my own fun with them haha!

What makes you different from other guides?

Im not in it for the money.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Wanchese, North Carolina

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Half Day PM (4hr) Fishing Trip

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Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Parker offshore
Year Built: 2009
Boat Length: 24'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Parker offshore
Year Built: 2009
Boat Length: 24'
Boat Restroom: Yes
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 250
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: The boat features a trolling motor, plenty of rod holders, comfortable seating, and an open layout that gives everyone room to fish without feeling crowded.

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart » View Recent Wanchese 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

Please have sunglasses, drinks and snacks, all gear, bait, and fishing license are provided for clients. Please do not spray sun screen on boat, if you have to Please be mindful of wind direction.

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

This trip is managed by an outfitter. Lance will be your point of contact and you will go out with one of their guides.

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 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 7 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.

Reviews

5.0

based on 3 reviews

Jeanine

Verified Review

July 1

Our eco/island hopping/dolphin watching boat tour with Mike was amazing. He made sure we saw everything we came to see. My son saw dolphins in the wild up close for the first time. Each island stop was so cool seeing the different birds and water creatures. He was so knowledgeable about the history of the area. Highly recommend!!!

Jeanine

Verified Review

July 1

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Trip: Dolphin/birds/eco/boat Criuse Tour

Thomas

Verified Review

June 18

I would give the overall trip a 6 out of 10,
Mike our guide did all he could to put os on fish, without much luck. I believe the wind was a factor and in our never leaving the shallow sound areas. Also Mike stated with a child aboard he wasn’t comfortable with leaving the shallower sound areas. The overall experience was not what it was advertised to be. Maybe we will have better...

Thomas

Verified Review

June 18

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Trip: 6hr AM Fishing Trip

Response from Lance:

Hey Thomas, sorry the weather put a hindrance on the options today, like to start off by saying shallow water in the pamlico sound is some of the best fishing in the world, we have 50" red drum swimming around in less than 1' of water haha, but, its fishing brother, one day we kill em the next day its a struggle, some afternoons are better than mornings and vise versa... the ocean was rough, the bar was dangerous, and on a hard SW wind like yall had today, thats PRIME drum fishing conditions, but not always do we find em, I spoke with Mike and almost everyone today in the ocean and the sound had scrappy fishing, or nothing at all, I know the feeling, took a 6hr bass fishing trip in FL caught 2 small bass, next day they tore em up all fat 6 plus pounders lol... its fishing brother, im sorry the trip wasn't "as advertised" per your words, but you also have to remember social media has ruined fishing, not every day is a stellar day of catching, over all... I hope you enjoyed the time spent with your dad and son and yall made some family memories catching what you did catch. Mike said the little boy seemed to have a ball!

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Edwin

Verified Review

May 28

Mike was the captain, but we still had a nice time. Fish were not biting today, and we only caught two bluefish over the 4 hour trip. However, he took us up and down the coast in attempts to catch more.

Edwin

Verified Review

May 28

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Trip: Half Day AM (4hr) Fishing Trip

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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.