RATES/TRIPS

wrightsville Beach fishing charter rates: The Gamekeeper wants to go fishing as badly as you do, so we keep our rates as affordable as possible. Click on trip header for full details

Gulf Stream - $2000.00

$2000.00
5:30am – 5:30pm – 2 hour/ 55 mile run.
Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi, Wahoo and Tuna

3/4 Day - $1250.00

$1250.00
7:00am to 3:00pm. – 12 mile run/ 30 minutes -time can be extended per request
Mahi, Sailfish, Mackerel, Cobia, Grouper, Bonito

1/2 Day – family fun special! - $550.00

550.00 (credit card)
7:00am to 11:30pm or 12:30 to 5:00pm
Nearshore fishing for Spanish Mackerel, bluefish, Bonita, Shark

Overnight Trips - $3000.00

Sword and bottom fish June thru September Leave at noon return at noon – 24 hours, one day of trolling time at day light and all night fishing.

Tournaments

Rates upon request. Booked for BIG ROCK 2014 (6/6-6/14) – looking forward to a great crew!!! Check out www.fishing-nc.com  for other tournaments throughout the season.  Tournaments are always fun and definately add lots of excitement

Inshore Trips Fly & Light Tackle - $300.00

4 hours fishing on tide change
red fish, Trout, Flounder, Striped Bass

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise - $100.00 an hour

$125.00 if using credit card

White Marlin

Late Summer and Early fall the White Marlin really start running.  It sure makes for fun fishing!!!  Please cal (910)279-3445 for more information on these trips – rates and location.  We will try and update posts on these trips too. […]

TIPS: It is customary to tip your mate 15% to 20% as he is the hardest working man on the boat and his hours of preparation is what makes your day a success. Ask about Custom and split Inshore/Offshore charters. * Due to ever changing fuel prices, rates may vary.

Cancellation & Deposit

A $300.00 (Gulfstream/offshore) $150.00 (near/inshore) deposit is required to secure all reservations. Deposits are accepted by check or credit card with full payment due the day of the trip and may be made by cash or credit card.

Cancellations must be made 2 weeks prior to the day of your trip for a full refund. Cancellations due to bad weather will be refunded or rebooked as the party wishes. The final decision will be made by the Captain based on safely, good judgement.

Fish cleaning and bagging is available for 40¢ per lb per cleaned product.

FAQ

What to bring:

  • Food and drinks for the day
  • Sunglasses (preferably polarized)
  • Light Rain Gear
  • Shoes-please no black soles
  • Cooler to take home your catch
  • Bring your own sun block
  • Motion sickness medicine-if needed use Bonine and take the night before

How many passengers can I bring?

We are legally allowed 6 passengers.

Do I need a fishing license?

We have a blanket license that covers everyone onboard.

How much should we tip our mate?

It is customary to tip your mate 15% to 20% of the charter cost.

Can you clean our fish?

We offer fish cleaning and bagging at ¢.40/lb per cleaned product.