NC Charter Fishing: Full-Day Offshore Adventure
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
Fullday offshore charter targeting Wahoo, Sailfish, and Mahi up to 60 miles out.Bottom fishing opportunities for Triggerfish and Snapper during the same trip.Small group capacity of 3 guests ensures personalized fishing experience.
Picture this: you're heading out at first light, coffee in hand, watching the North Carolina coastline fade behind you as we push 60 miles offshore into blue water paradise. This isn't your typical half-day fishing trip – we're talking about a serious angler's dream where the big fish live and the action never stops. With Fintasia Charters, you'll spend the entire day chasing pelagic speedsters and dropping down for bottom dwellers that'll test your tackle and your arms.
We kick off this adventure at 6:00 AM sharp, so bring your game face and a hearty breakfast because we've got a long, productive day ahead. The run out to our fishing grounds takes us through some of the most productive waters off the Carolina coast, where the Gulf Stream creates perfect conditions for world-class fishing. With only 3 anglers max on board, you're not fighting for rod space or dealing with crowded rails – this is premium fishing at its finest. The boat's equipped with top-rated electronics to find the fish, and our captain knows these waters like the back of his hand. Pack plenty of snacks and drinks because when the bite is on, you won't want to head back to shore until the sun starts setting.
We'll be running a mix of trolling and bottom fishing to maximize your chances at multiple species. For the pelagics, we're pulling a spread of ballyhoo, cedar plugs, and diving lures behind the boat at different depths to cover the water column. The trolling rods are rigged with 30-50 pound class tackle – heavy enough to handle a smoker wahoo but light enough to feel every head shake from a lit-up mahi. When we find structure or good bottom, we'll anchor up and drop chicken rigs and knocker rigs loaded with cut bait for the snappers and triggers. Circle hooks are the way to go for the bottom fish, and we'll have you fishing multiple rods to increase your odds. The key out here is staying ready – when that outrigger clip pops or your bottom rod doubles over, it's game time.
Wahoo are the rockets of the offshore world, and North Carolina's waters are renowned for producing some absolute missiles. These silver bullets can hit 60+ mph and typically run 20-40 pounds, with the occasional 50+ pounder showing up to make your day. Best time to target them is early morning and late afternoon when they're actively feeding. What makes wahoo so special is that first blistering run – they'll take 200 yards of line before you know what hit you, and the fight is pure adrenaline from hookup to gaff.
Red Snapper are the customer favorite when it comes to bottom fishing, and for good reason. These beautiful red fish are smart, strong, and absolutely delicious on the table. They typically run 5-15 pounds in our waters, though 20+ pounders aren't uncommon on the deeper wrecks and ledges. Summer months are prime time for snappers, and they're structure-oriented fish that love hanging around wrecks, artificial reefs, and natural bottom formations. The fight might not be as flashy as a pelagic, but when a big snapper loads up your rod and heads for the structure, you'll understand why bottom fishing has such a dedicated following.
Mahi Mahi bring the party to any offshore trip with their stunning colors and acrobatic fights. These fish are pure eye candy – electric greens, blues, and golds that light up when they're hooked. Most of our mahi run 10-25 pounds, perfect for putting a serious bend in your rod without breaking your back. They're schooling fish, so when you find one, there's usually more around. Mahi love floating debris, weed lines, and temperature breaks, and they're aggressive feeders that'll hit everything from live bait to artificial lures. The best part? They're absolutely fantastic eating, making them a trending choice for anglers who want both sport and table fare.
This full-day offshore adventure represents the best of North Carolina charter fishing – serious distance, serious fish, and serious fun for dedicated anglers. With only 3 spots available, you're guaranteed personalized attention and plenty of room to fight your fish properly. The combination of trolling for pelagics and bottom fishing for reef species gives you the best of both worlds, and 12+ hours on the water means you'll have stories to tell for years. Don't let this world-class fishing opportunity slip away – the big ones are out there waiting, and the only question is whether you'll be there to hook them. Book your trip with Fintasia Charters today and get ready to experience why North Carolina's offshore fishing scene keeps anglers coming back season after season.
Ready to chase pelagics up to 60 miles offshore? Our 23' Pathfinder center console gets you to the action fast with a reliable 250HP Yamaha that cruises at 26 knots. Perfect for small groups of 3 anglers who want personalized attention on the water. The boat's equipped with everything you need - GPS to mark productive spots, radar for those early morning runs, fish finder to locate schools, and an icebox to keep your catch fresh and drinks cold. Starting at 6 AM, you'll have all day to target wahoo, sailfish, and mahi on top, then drop down for triggerfish and snapper on the bottom. This compact 23-footer handles North Carolina's offshore waters with confidence while giving everyone plenty of room to fight fish. Bring your appetite and plenty of provisions - it's going to be a long, productive day on the water chasing whatever's biting out there.
Coryphaena HippurusMahi are pure eye candy - brilliant gold and green colors that put on a light show when they come to the boat. Most run 15-30 pounds and about 3 feet, but bulls can push 40+ pounds with those distinctive square heads. They're surface dwellers that love floating sargassum, debris lines, and temperature breaks in blue water. We see them best late spring through early fall when the Gulf Stream brings warm water close. What makes them special? They hit trolled baits hard, jump like crazy, and travel in schools - catch one and there's usually more around. The white, flaky meat rivals any table fare too. Here's my go-to trick: when you boat the first one, leave a hook in the water - the school often stays around their hooked buddy.
Lutjanus CampechanusRed Snapper are the prize of bottom fishing - thick-bodied, crimson-colored fighters that typically run 16-24 inches and 3-8 pounds, though we've pulled 20+ pounders from the deep structure. They hang around hard bottom, wrecks, and rock piles in 60-200+ feet of water. Peak season runs May through September when they're spawning and feeding heavy. What guests love most is that solid thump when they hit, followed by a determined fight straight down toward cover. Plus, there's no better eating fish in the ocean - firm, white, sweet meat that's perfect for the grill. Here's the key: use heavy tackle with at least 6-8 oz weights to get down fast, and the second you feel that bite, set hard and crank them up quick before they reach the rocks.
Acanthocybium SolandriWahoo are some of the fastest fish in the ocean, hitting speeds up to 60 mph with those razor-sharp teeth and torpedo bodies. We typically find them in 3-5 foot range, though bigger ones push 6+ feet. They cruise the blue water columns around 30-200 feet, often near temperature breaks and current edges. Summer through fall gives us our best shots here off NC when the Gulf Stream pushes closer. What makes them special? That blistering initial run will test your drag, plus the meat is white, flaky, and incredibly tasty - locals call it "ono" meaning delicious. Pro tip: troll fast lures at 12-15 knots with wire leaders since they'll slice through mono like butter. When you hook one, hang on tight.
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