Instigator Boat and Charter Fishing Prices
Instigator is a 33ft Bertram Sportfisher with twin V8 Caterpillar engines for a quick boat ride to the fish. She has top of the line Furuno sonar fish finders and 36 mile radar. For added customer convenience we have a full bath with shower plus hot and cold running water. Our salon includes central a/c, heater, microwave, TV and DVD player to watch movies. We want your family to be comfortable for their Outer Banks fishing experience.
Our large deck has a swiveling Pompanette fighting chair for those really big fish. Our state-of-the-art fishing gear includes double spreader outriggers, downriggers, Penn and Shimano reels matched with custom designed and hand built fishing rods in all sizes from 20# test to 130# test tackle so that we are able to match the right tackle to the targeted species.
Instigator is rigged to the max to make it a comfortable ride and an Outer Banks OBX sport fishing machine!
Types of Fishing Charters and Prices
All trips are for groups of 1 to 6 people. Our prices are for the entire boat and not per angler so you can decide how many anglers you want to share your experience. All trip prices are cash discounted; credit cards add 5%. Please contact us for current fishing charter rates.
1/2 Day NearShore and Inshore
Half day nearshore charters last 4 hours and are normally within five miles of the beach. The target species are spanish mackerel, bluefish, cobia, red drum, flounder, spot, croaker, trout, and sea mullet (whiting). Species targeted depend on the angler's desires and what is actively biting at the time of the charter.
Extended 1/2 Day NearShore and Inshore Charter
Near shore charters are usually done within sight of the beach. Most near shore trips are done trolling small spoons or similar lures around schools of bluefish and Spanish mackerel. Sometimes during near shore and inshore trips larger species such as cobia or false albacore are also spotted and targeted but these bigger fish are usually seasonal and not guaranteed. Please discuss this with the captain before leaving the dock so that you will know the odds. We also now offer 3/4 day (6 hour) nearshore trips that can go a bit further off the beach or down the beach where we might have the opportunity to find species like king mackerel, sharks and amberjack. Again these species are often seasonal and not a guarantee to be within our range on a near shore charter.
Full Day NearShore and Inshore Charter
Spend a full day exploring the productive nearshore waters off the Outer Banks on this action-packed 8-hour fishing charter. With extra time on the water, this trip gives anglers the opportunity to fish multiple spots, cover more ground, and target a wide variety of hard-fighting coastal species.
We’ll fish reefs, wrecks, live bottom areas, and other productive nearshore structure targeting species such as king mackerel, spanish mackerel, cobia, amberjack, bluefish, sea bass, triggerfish, sharks, and more depending on the season and current conditions. This longer trip allows flexibility to adapt to the bite and maximize your chances for both quality and quantity fish.
Whether you’re an experienced angler looking for serious action or a family wanting an unforgettable day on the water, this charter is designed to provide a fun, comfortable, and exciting fishing experience for all skill levels.
3/4 Day Intermediate Charter
These charters are designed to venture between 3 and 20 miles outside the inlet. The species often available on these trips include king mackerel, spanish mackerel, bluefish and on occasion some mahi. Also amberjack, false albacore and cobia when in season. Since these species are seasonal please always discuss what species you might expect to target on your intermediate charter before leaving the dock.
Full Day Intermediate Charter
This charter offers a unique experience whereby bottom and/or trolling methods would be used. The weather conditions and seasonal openings are determining factors, but your captain will ensure you have the best experience possible. The Captain may take your group about 30 miles offshore, or down to the southern end of the island. Possible species you may see, again depending on weather and seasonal openings, are tilefish, sea bass, king mackerel, false albacore, amberjack, triggerfish, mahi, and spanish mackerel.
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