6 Hour Private Offshore Fishing in Savannah
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
6-hour offshore fishing charter targeting grouper, snapper, and sea bassBottom fishing at artificial reefs with all gear and tackle providedPrivate charter accommodates up to 4 guests with Stellar Charters
Get ready to head out beyond the breakers for some serious fishing action off Savannah's coast. This 6-hour private offshore charter with Stellar Charters puts you right where the big fish are biting – over artificial reefs and historic wrecks that hold some of Georgia's best gamefish. You'll be bottom fishing in 60-80 feet of water, working structure that's loaded with snapper, grouper, sea bass, and plenty of surprises. With room for up to 4 anglers, this is your chance to get away from the crowds and focus on filling the cooler with quality fish.
Your day starts early at the marina, where Captain and crew will have everything rigged and ready to roll. The ride out takes about 45 minutes, giving you time to get your sea legs and watch the shoreline fade behind you. Once we hit our first spot, it's game on. We'll anchor up over prime structure – think artificial reefs, ledges, and shipwrecks that create perfect ambush points for bottom dwellers. The water here runs between 60 and 90 feet deep, with rocky bottom and hard structure that fish love to call home. You'll spend most of your time bottom fishing with heavy tackle, working jigs and cut bait down to where the action happens. The Gulf Stream influence keeps these waters productive year-round, though spring through fall offers the most consistent bite. Don't be surprised if we hook into something unexpected – king mackerel, cobia, and amberjack all cruise these same waters and aren't shy about grabbing a bait meant for something else.
This trip is all about working the bottom with the right gear and technique. We'll set you up with conventional reels spooled with 50-80 pound test, paired with 6-7 foot heavy action rods that can handle both the fish and the current. Most of the time you'll be fishing with knocker rigs and circle hooks, using cut bait like sardines, cigar minnows, or squid. The key is getting your bait down fast through the water column and keeping it right on the structure where the fish are holding. When fishing these artificial reefs, you're dealing with current, so we'll position the boat to drift or anchor depending on conditions. The bottom here is a mix of concrete structures, old ships, and natural ledges – all magnets for baitfish and the predators that follow them. You'll feel the difference immediately when a real fish picks up your bait versus just bumping bottom. These fish pull hard and don't give up easy, especially when they're trying to get back to their rocky hideouts.
Black Sea Bass are the bread and butter of these offshore reefs, and they're absolutely delicious table fare. These chunky fighters typically run 12-16 inches and put up a solid scrap for their size. They're structure-oriented fish that stay close to the bottom around rocks, wrecks, and artificial reefs. Spring through fall offers the best action, with May through September being prime time. What makes them so popular with anglers is their willingness to bite and their excellent eating quality – firm white meat that's perfect for the grill or fryer.
Ocean Triggerfish are one of the most fun fish you'll encounter out here. These quirky-looking fish have serious attitude and will test your drag system when they get fired up. They typically range from 12-20 inches and are incredibly strong for their size. Triggers are smart fish with tough mouths, so you need sharp hooks and a solid hookset. They're most active during the warmer months from late spring through early fall. The best part about hooking a triggerfish is the fight – they'll pull sideways, dive for structure, and generally give you a workout that's way out of proportion to their size.
King Mackerel are the speed demons of these waters, and when they show up, things get exciting fast. These silver bullets can reach 20-40 pounds or more and are built for speed. They'll typically cruise the edges of the structure we're fishing, picking off baitfish and occasionally grabbing a bottom rig. Summer months offer the best king mackerel action, especially when the water temperature climbs above 75 degrees. When you hook a king, get ready for screaming runs and acrobatic jumps – they're pure adrenaline on a fishing line.
Lesser Amberjack are the bullies of the reef, and they'll test every piece of tackle you've got. These bronze-colored fighters typically run 15-25 pounds and fight like fish twice their size. They're aggressive feeders that will hammer just about any bait that gets near them, but once hooked, they immediately head for the closest structure. Amberjack are most active during the warmer months and are known for their powerful, head-shaking fights that can wear out even experienced anglers. They're also excellent eating, with firm white meat that's perfect for steaks or fillets.
Cobia are the wild cards of these offshore trips – you never know when one might show up, but when they do, it's game time. These brown, shark-like fish are curious by nature and will often come right up to the boat to investigate. They can reach impressive sizes, with 20-50 pound fish being common. Cobia are most active during the spring and summer months, often following rays and sharks around the reefs. What makes them special is their fighting ability combined with their incredible table fare – many consider cobia to be one of the best eating fish in these waters.
This 6-hour private offshore charter gives you the perfect opportunity to experience Savannah's best bottom fishing without the crowds. With all gear, bait, and tackle provided, you just need to show up ready to fish. The combination of productive artificial reefs, experienced crew, and prime fishing
The Sea Fox is your ticket to Savannah's prime offshore fishing grounds. This 23-foot center console boat cuts through Georgia waters with a reliable 200hp engine, cruising at speeds up to 35mph to get you to the fish faster. Built for serious anglers, she comfortably handles up to four fishermen while you target grouper, snapper, and sea bass around the artificial reefs and wrecks off the coast. The wireless trolling motor lets you move silently over productive spots, while the GPS and fish finder help locate schools and structure. An onboard icebox keeps your catch fresh, the bait tank maintains live bait, and there's even a head for longer trips. Whether you're dropping lines on bottom fish or working the reefs, this well-equipped vessel gives you everything needed for productive fishing in Savannah's offshore waters.
Centropristis StriataBlack Sea Bass are solid reef fish that typically run 1-4 pounds, though we sometimes land keepers pushing 8+ pounds. They hang around our artificial reefs and wrecks in 40-120 feet of water, especially during late spring through summer when they move closer to shore. What makes them fun is they fight hard until they break the surface, plus they're excellent eating with sweet, flaky meat. These guys are bottom feeders but will hit jigs and live bait like squid strips. Here's a local trick: when you feel that first tap, don't set the hook right away - let them take it for a second or two. Their small mouths mean rushed hooksets often pull the bait right out. Season runs May through December, so we're targeting them most of our trips.
Rachycentron CanadumCobia are brown, shark-looking fish that average 20-40 pounds but can push 60+ pounds in our waters. They're loners that cruise reefs, wrecks, and buoys in 30-70 feet, often visible just under the surface. Spring through early fall is best, especially during their spawning runs. What guests love is the visual fishing - we spot them cruising and cast right to them. They fight strong and steady, plus they're some of the best eating fish in the ocean with firm, white meat that tastes like a cross between grouper and mahi. They'll hit bucktail jigs, live bait, or even topwater lures. Key tip: when you see one, don't cast directly at it - lead them by a few feet and work your lure past their nose. They're curious but spook easily if you splash bait right on top of them.
Scomberomorus CavallaKing Mackerel are fast, aggressive fish that average around 30 pounds but can hit 50+ pounds in our waters. They cruise the 40-150 foot depths, often following bait schools around our offshore structure. Spring through fall is prime time when water temps hit that 68-84 degree sweet spot. What makes them popular is pure speed - these fish can strip line like crazy and make smoking runs that'll test your drag. They're also great on the table with rich, flaky meat. We typically troll for them, but they'll hit live bait too. Pro tip: always use a wire leader and rig two hooks - one in the bait's nose, another trailing behind. Kings love to hit the back half of live baits, so that stinger hook back there will save you from a lot of missed fish.
Seriola FasciataLesser Amberjack are the smaller cousins of greater amberjacks, typically running 5-10 pounds and staying in deeper water around 180-430 feet. They've got olive-green backs with a distinctive gold line running from eye to tail. These fish are open year-round and prefer hanging near bottom structure where they feed on small fish and squid. While not as famous as their bigger relatives, they still put up a decent scrap and are good eating. What makes them interesting is they're pretty rare catches - most anglers never see one. They'll hit live bait like cigar minnows or cut mullet, plus vertical jigs worked near the bottom. My advice is to fish them deep and be patient. When you hook one, bring it up steady - they're not huge fighters, but in that depth, every fish feels bigger.
Canthidermis SufflamenOcean Triggerfish are tough, gray-colored fish that usually run 10-18 inches but can push two feet. They've got small mouths with sharp teeth and dense, firm bodies that make them surprisingly strong fighters. You'll find them around our reefs and wrecks in 35-100 feet, often in loose schools. They're open year-round and bite best on small pieces of squid or cut bait. What guests love is how they test your patience - they'll nip and steal bait before committing, making each hookup feel earned. The meat is excellent, firm and white. My trick is using tiny #4 or #6 circle hooks with bait no bigger than a quarter. When they start tapping, resist the urge to yank - let them take it fully before setting the hook.
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