EXCURSIONS | Drifter Sportfishing

DRIFTER'S EXCURSION PACKAGES:

OFFSHORE:

HALF DAY

$750

This is a 4 hour trip and we will typically stay within a 10 mile range. Species that we can target vary throughout the season; King Mackerel, Amberjacks, Cobia and some bottom fish would be the most common. In mid summer it is common to catch Mahi-Mahi, and in the fall we primarily target Grouper in this range.

3/4 DAY

$1,000

This is a six hour trip that will most likely incorporate trolling as well as some bottom fishing. On this trip we will likely target King Mackerel, Mahi-Mahi, Amberjacks, Cobia and Tuna. Grouper will usually be in range for a 3/4 day trip year round, as well as any bottom fish.

FULL DAY

$1,500

This is an 8 hour trip that will target large pelagics or deep water bottom fish. Pelagic fish we will target on a full day trip are Wahoo, Mahi-Mahi, King Mackeral, Sailfish and Tuna.

GULFSTREAM

$2,000

Our Gulfstream trip is a 10-12 hour trip targeting large pelagic fish. Depending on the season, we will be targeting Mahi-Mahi, Billfish, Wahoo and Yellowfin Tuna. We also provide electric reels for deep dropping on the continental shelf.

KID'S NEARSHORE

$600

Great trip for kids of all ages! This is a 3-4 hour trip and we’ll stay within a mile or two of the inlet. Species we’ll target are Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, King Mackerel and Grey Trout.

INSHORE:

We will be targeting redfish, speckled sea trout, flounder, sheepshead, black drum, and more depending on season and client preference. Live bait, artificial, and mixed trips are all available. Our 4hr charter will generally be targeting a specific species or two due to time constraints with our 6hr giving us more of an opportunity to branch out into more styles of fishing. We will be fishing marshes, creeks, and river flats primarily with some bridge fishing depending on the target species. We have an incredible fishery in our area that we aim to capitalize on with limited time running the boat to maximize your fishing time!

PRICING:

4 HOURS: $450

6 HOURS: $650

8 HOURS: $950

Check out some footage from our inshore trips:

SHARK FISHING:

Land-based shark fishing happens on the beach! We deploy baits between100-500yds utilizing a kayak to get them out there. From there it turns into a waiting game for the fish.

FAQ's for our shark fishing excursion:

“Will you be chumming?”

No, it is illegal to chum from the beaches in NC.

“How big is the boat?”

There isn’t one. We land base shark fish so all of our baits are deployed by kayak while we fish from the comfort of the beach.

“What is provided?”

We will have 4-6 rods depending on group size. We also provide all bait and gear necessary. All you need is a CRFL for anyone who is actually wanting to get on a rod and reel to fight a fish (Coastal Recreational Fishing License). That can be purchased here: https://www.ncalvin.org/AlvinMVC/Customer/Search

“How many people can I bring?”

Whoever you want to bring is welcome on the beach but our angler number is generally 6 or under depending on the time of year and shark activity.

“Am I too small or too young?”

Everyone is welcome on the beach and all ages (with guardian) and sizes are welcome to fish but we use a common sense approach to who we’re going to have contend with a shark. We have 8yr olds manage it and 30yr olds that couldn’t. It’s all about getting the right fish on the right gear for the right angler.

PRICING:

6 HOURS: $500 (+ tip to the mate)

*Shark fishing requires NC Coastal Recreational Fishing License. 10 day CRFL is $5 for residents, and $10 for non-residents. You can purchase your license online here.

*Shark fishing bookings begin April 12th and go through September 30th.

Check out some footage from our shark fishing package:

CAPTAIN FOR HIRE:

Drifter Offshore also offers Captain for hire trips. Our captains have a wide variety of skills and specialties and are extremely flexible for these trips.

For-hire trips that we run include:

1. Offshore fishing on your boat

2. Inshore fishing on your boat

3. Boat driving lessons

4. Kayak or paddle board inshore fishing

5. Shore fishing

6. Surf fishing

Our crew will bring all of their own gear and bait (unless you choose to use your own), conduct a safety inspection of your vessel and take you fishing. For offshore trips, the captain will also add offshore waypoints to your chart plotter (GPS numbers) and help you tune and understand your electronics.

FLAT PRICING:

$125/HOUR

*Boats must be equipped with all required safety equipment and it must be in working condition.

*Clients booking for hire trips will need an NC CRFL, as well as anyone else on board. You can purchase your license online here.

*Hourly rate does not begin until the vessel or trip is underway

ECO TOURS:

We also offer eco tours on one of our inshore skiffs. These trips are four hours long and clients can expect to cruise, look for dolphins, collect seashells or just explore our local waters, beaches and islands. Swimwear is appropriate for this trip.