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Experience the Trip of a Lifetime with RipTide Charters | Wanchese, NC

If you're seeking an unforgettable experience, look no further than RipTide Charters! This premier family-friendly charter service, located in Wanchese, NC, guarantees an action-packed trip of a lifetime. Captain Randy, with over 12 years of professional offshore, nearshore, and inshore experience, is a true expert in the area. Having grown up on the outer banks, his knowledge and countless tips ensure a successful fishing excursion.

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, RipTide Charters will take care of you. They are not your average charter boat, as they go above and beyond to involve you in every aspect of the journey. Wanchese, known as a fisherman's paradise, offers diverse fishing grounds with flats, marshes, the Pamlico sound, and the Atlantic Ocean, ensuring more time spent catching fish and less time traveling.

The fully-equipped 25' Mako center console boat, powered by a 300 HP Evinrude engine, can accommodate up to 5 guests. With top-notch features including 2 depth finders, a flybridge, live well, standard safety equipment, and ice boxes, everything is provided to ensure a successful and comfortable trip. Whether it's Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, or Striped Bass, RipTide Charters has you covered, depending on the season and fishing conditions.

Upon boarding the boat, you'll receive a warm welcome from Captain Randy and his first mate. Rods, bait, tackle, and drinks are provided, and there's no need to worry about a fishing license as it's taken care of. Rest assured, the boat is thoroughly sanitized before each trip for your safety.

Join RipTide Charters for an unforgettable adventure that awaits!

How to get there?

Available fish species

Black Drum
Bluefish
Cobia
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Black Seabass
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spotted Seatrout
Gray Triggerfish
Weakfish

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Ice Box

FAQs

What are the trip rates for Riptide Charters?

Riptide Charters offers a variety of trips for customers:

  • $325 per group - 2-Hour Evening Trip (2 hours)
  • $425 per group - 4-Hour Inshore Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • $425 per group - 4-Hour Inshore Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • $525 per group - 4-Hour Nearshore Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • $525 per group - 4-Hour Nearshore Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • $575 per group - 6-Hour Inshore Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • $575 per group - 6-Hour Inshore Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • $700 per group - 6-Hour Nearshore Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • $700 per group - 6-Hour Nearshore Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • $800 per group - 7-Hour Cobia Trip (7 hours)
  • $900 per group - 8-Hour Trip (8 hours)

Which amenities are available onboard with Riptide Charters?

When booking a trip with Riptide Charters, you can look forward to the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

What's included in the trip price with Riptide Charters?

Riptide Charters offers trips that include the following amenities:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

What types of fishing does Riptide Charters offer?

Riptide Charters provides a variety of fishing options, including:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

What fishing techniques does Riptide Charters offer?

Riptide Charters provides a variety of fishing techniques, including:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Which fish species can I catch with Riptide Charters?

Riptide Charters focuses on targeting various fish species, including:

  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Weakfish