Fishing Charters in Wilmington

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African Pompano

Species Name: Alectis Ciliaris

Habitat: Offshore, Structures, Reef

Weight: 15 - 20 lbs.

Atlantic Bonito

Species Name: Sarda Sarda

Habitat: Nearshore, Reef

Weight: 10 - 12 lbs.

Atlantic Sailfish

Species Name: Istiophorus Albicans

Habitat: Offshore, Nearshore

Weight: 50 - 142 lbs.

Bigeye Tuna

Species Name: Thunnus Obesus

Habitat: Offshore

Weight: 150 - 300 lbs.

Black Drum

Species Name: Pogonias Cromis

Habitat: Brackish Waters, Onshore

Weight: 15 - 90 lbs.

Black Sea Bass

Species Name: Centropristis Striata

Habitat: Offshore, Onshore, Nearshore, Wreck, Reef

Weight: 2 - 9 lbs.

Blackfin Tuna

Species Name: Thunnus Atlanticus

Habitat: Offshore

Weight: 2 - 20 lbs.

Bluefin Tuna

Species Name: Thunnus Thynnus

Habitat: Offshore

Weight: 200 - 600 lbs.

Bluefish

Species Name: Pomatomus Saltatrix

Habitat: Nearshore, Onshore

Weight: 3 - 15 lbs.

Cobia

Species Name: Rachycentron Canadum

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Offshore, Reef, Wreck

Weight: 10 - 80 lbs.

Gag Grouper

Species Name: Mycteroperca Microlepis

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Offshore, Reef

Weight: 10 - 50 lbs.

Goliath Grouper

Species Name: Epinephelus Itajara

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Reef, Backcountry, Flats, Wreck

Weight: 75 - 150 lbs.

Great Barracuda

Species Name: Sphyraena Barracuda

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Reef, Wreck

Weight: 5 - 103 lbs.

Greater Amberjack

Species Name: Seriola dumerili

Habitat: Offshore, Reefs, Wrecks

Weight: 40 - 200 lbs.

Grey Triggerfish

Species Name: Balistes Capriscus

Habitat: Inshore, offshore

Weight: 11 - 13 lbs.

Hogfish

Species Name: Lachnolaimus Maximus

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Offshore, Reef, Wreck

Weight: 8 - 24 lbs.

King Mackerel

Species Name: Scomberomorus Cavalla

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Offshore, Reef, Wreck

Weight: 10 - 20 lbs.

Little Tunny

Species Name: Euthynnus Alletteratus

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Offshore

Weight: 5 - 15 lbs.

Mahi Mahi or Common Dolphinfish

Species Name: Coryphaena Hippurus

Habitat: Offshore

Weight: 15 - 30 lbs.

Northern Kingfish

Species Name: Menticirrhus Saxatilis

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Offshore, Reef, Wreck

Weight: 1 - 3 lbs.

Red Snapper

Species Name: Lutjanus Campechanus

Habitat: Nearshore, Offshore, Reef, Wreck

Weight: 5 - 20 lbs.

Redfish

Species Name: Sciaenops Ocellatus

Habitat: Onshore, Flats, Backcountry, Nearshore

Weight: 10 - 45 lbs.

Sea Bass

Species Name: Centropristis Striata

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Offshore, Reef, Wreck

Weight: 2 - 9 lbs.

Sea Trout

Species Name: Salmo Trutta

Habitat: Inshore, Nearshore, Covered River

Weight: 1 - 6 lbs.

Sheepshead

Species Name: Archosargus Probatocephalus

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Offshore, Reef, Wreck

Weight: 1 - 8 lbs.

Snowy Grouper

Species Name: Hyporthodus Niveatus

Habitat: Offshore, Reef, Wreck, Deep Water

Weight: 24 - 30 lbs.

Southern Flounder

Species Name: Paralichthys Lethostigma

Habitat: Onshore, Inshore, Channels, Rivers

Weight: 1 - 4 lbs.

Spanish Mackerel

Species Name: Scomberomorus Maculatus

Habitat: offshore, onshore, nearshore

Weight: 8 - 120 lbs.

Spotted Weakfish

Species Name: Cynoscion Nebulosus

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Coastal River

Weight: 3 - 17 lbs.

Striped Bass

Species Name: Morone Saxatilis

Habitat: River, Lake, Onshore, Near shore

Weight: 10 - 81 lbs.

Summer Flounder

Species Name: Paralichthys Dentatus

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Offshore

Weight: 1 - 5 lbs.

Tarpon

Species Name: Megalops Atlanticus

Habitat: Inshore, Flats, Backcountry

Weight: 25 - 63 lbs.

Tautog

Species Name: Tautoga Onitis

Habitat: rocky outcrops, boulders, jetties

Weight: 1 - 3 lbs.

Wahoo Fish

Species Name: Acanthocybium Solandri

Habitat: Nearshore, Offshore, Reef

Weight: 15 - 184 lbs.

Winter Flounder

Species Name: Pseudopleuronectes Americanus

Habitat: Continental Shelves, Estuaries

Weight: 3 - 8 lbs.

Yellowfin Tuna

Species Name: Thunnus Albacares

Habitat: Offshore

Weight: 40 - 150 lbs.

Robbie Wolfe

whipsaw fishing charters

Robbie Wolfe

Captain Robbie Wolfe and his First Mate, Eric made our first deep sea fishing adventure so amazing. Their excitement in seeing a hook was so contagious, we all found ourselves loving the anticipation every single time. “You never know when, but I promise you, that pole WILL bend.” Optimism and determination they truly had in never ever giving up in finding as many fish we could. The most knowledgeable fisherman we’ve ever met!! I’d give them 6 stars if I could.

September 8, 2022

Robbie Wolfe

whipsaw fishing charters

Robbie Wolfe

Captain Rob and his 1st mate were awesome. As advertised. Recently came down to NC on a family vacation and decided to take a fishing trip. Got on the fish and had a great day. Highly recommended. Will definitely recommend to anyone who enjoys fishing. Will absolutely book with these guys again next year. Thanks for the day.

September 7, 2022

Robbie Wolfe

whipsaw fishing charters

Robbie Wolfe

Wow what an amazing experience!! First mate Eric and Captain Wolfe were so knowledgeable. Eric really went out of his way to make everyone comfortable and excited about getting out on open water and fishing. We caught about 20 fish or so give or take. (Still can’t believe it 😅) Very family friendly and accommodated my niece who is 4 years old. Eric even taught us how to filet fish after. We had plenty of fish to bring home, and some left over! Definitely a experience to remember. Highly recommend and we’ll definitely be back!! 😀

August 7, 2022

Mike Connolly

prowire marine-fishing & spearfish

Mike Connolly

Had us on the fish all day.  We had a great experience and would go again in a heartbeat.

August 1, 2022

Robbie Wolfe

whipsaw fishing charters

Robbie Wolfe

Robbie and crew did a great job for us! Got us on some fish in a tough time of year. Very professional and helpful! Will try these guys again for a longer trip too!

December 7, 2021

David Tripp

matunahoo sportfishing

David Tripp

Would highly suggest it. Aaron is aware of wherein the fish are and works difficult to get you on them. We had a hard beginning however he gave us greater time to make certain we have been successful. I even have booked a ton of journeys on this location with different captains and Aaron could be my first call next time out.

September 24, 2020

David Tripp

matunahoo sportfishing

David Tripp

Josh knew all the best spots and what every different type of fish was eating. He described each of our catches in detail, telling us everything we wanted to know about them.

August 10, 2020

David Tripp

matunahoo sportfishing

David Tripp

What a morning we had! Very professional, is aware of his stuff, and makes use of splendid fishing gear. Can't wait for the next fishing adventure!

November 12, 2019

David Tripp

matunahoo sportfishing

David Tripp

Aaron was very friendly, beneficial, and knowledgeable. He keep us engaged and helped us with all aspects of the trip. I will definitely book with him again!

May 15, 2019

David Tripp

matunahoo sportfishing

David Tripp

Would especially suggest Captain Aaron! It becomes a superb experience, honestly a laugh time out at the water. He knew precisely wherein to move and is extraordinarily knowledgeable in fishing with exclusive tools and boating. Couldn't have requested for a better captain to take us out.

November 22, 2018

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