Hilton Head Island Inshore Fishing
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The ultimate fishing experience
​From the serious angler who wants to target that monster fish or shark to the small child that has never caught a fish, Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina in Hilton Head, South Carolina, offers something for everyone. Climb aboard with our experienced captains and explore Hilton Head Island's inshore & nearshore waterways.
Bayrunner Fishing Charters
Available Year Round
With three fishing boats in Hilton Head, Bayrunner fishing charters offer a variety of fun choices for your next fishing adventure. Explore the local creeks and sounds for a wide variety of species. Join Captain Miles Altman and his professional staff, with more than 43 years of experience, and you'll be sure nothing is overlooked!
Phantom
26 ft. Pathfinder with a 300 hp Yamaha (up to 4 people). This boat is a Bayrunner on steroids! Two feet longer, wider and sporting a deeper v hull with twin steps, it cruises 38 mph in 3 foot seas as if it was flat calm! This fishing boat has added offshore capability for fishing the reefs up to 30 miles offshore on 6 - 8 hour trips. *Evening shark trip listed below is only offered May - August.
3 hr (shark)
4 hr
5 hr
6 hr
8 hr
$495
$595
$725
$850
$1,100
call to book
Fin-atic
26 ft. (up to 12 people) primarily for Hilton Head Island's Calibogue Sound for sharks and other species. The Fin-atic is a great fishing boat for families & groups. Nature tours and dolphin cruises are also available. *Evening shark trip listed below is only offered May - August.
3 hr (shark)
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1-6 people
$525*
7-12 people
$775*
4 hr
5 hr
6 hr
$750
$625
$795
$875
$1000
call to book
Fish-On Fishing Charters
Available Year Round
There are so many creeks and estuaries to fish around Hilton Head Island's inland waterways. Join Captain Trent Malphrus, a rare native of Hilton Head Island, aboard this flats skiff. No matter what trip you choose, you'll be sure to have a great time! Be sure to also check out Palmetto Lagoon Charter's Lagoon Fishing trips in the 11-mile inland lagoon located in Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort.
Fish-On
24 ft. 2006 Pathfinder 2400 Tournament Edition Boat (up to 4 people). Not only is this a great boat for inshore fishing for reds and trout it also will allow us to venture a little farther out into deeper waters. Fishing for cobia on the wrecks to bump trolling for kings to looking in the ship channels for big jacks and one of our favorites tarpon fishing the cuts and sandbars around the island. We know you are going to love it as much as we do. *This boat will also offer shark trips in the summer months and kids love the excitement of this trip.
3 hr (shark)
$495*
4 hr
5 hr
6 hr
8 hr
$625
$745
$850
$985
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Native Son Fishing Charters
Available Year Round
Climb aboard with Byron Sewell, island native and captain of Native Son Fishing Charters, or one of his seasoned local guides. Catch some bull redfish, sea trout, black drum, Spanish and king mackerel, cobia, massive tarpon, tripletail, bluefish, sheepshead, and sharks. Hilton Head Island’s Native Son tries to practice catch and release as much as possible for the sake of future generations. If your party would like to keep a fish or two for dinner, that is fine. But, if you're wanting to go home with a cooler full, you will want to go with another outfit. Please note there is a 45 min NO WAKE Zone/ECO tour on all trips.
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Captain Hook Fishing Charters
Bring the family or a few of your best angler friends for a fun day of fishing. Take in the beautiful views of Hilton Head Island as you cast a line and get ready to find the catch of the day. Come experience a private one-on-one Hilton Head fishing charter with Captain Hook Private Fishing Charters!
Hobo Fishing Charters
Available Year Round
The "Hobo" is a Coast Guard-inspected 27-foot Carolina Skiff that can take up to 16 people for private, inshore fishing charters. Catch sharks, redfish, bluefish, whiting, and more in the calm waters of Calibogue Sound in Hilton Head, SC. The Hobo is the perfect choice for fishing with the entire family. With ample seating and high railings, everyone will be comfortable and secure as you fish the coastal waters of Hilton Head Island. Hobo Fishing Charters practice catch and release to protect future generations. They let them go so they can grow!
1-6 people (3 hr)
$495
7-16 people (3 hr)
add $60 per person
Cancellation Policy for Hilton Head Charter Fishing Operations
Cancellations made with 48 hours notice or less are subject to 50% of charter fees. Weather cancellations are determined by the captain only. Please call (866) 661-3822 if you have any questions or need to make a cancellation.
Seasonal Fish to Catch
Spring Fish
Sea Bass
Sheepshead
Black Drum
Cobia (May - June, 6-8 hour trips)
Red Fish
Sharks
Trout
Whiting
Summer Fish
Big Sharks
King Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Barracuda
Tarpon (6 - 8 hour trips)
Jack Crevelle
Cobia
Fall Fish
Red Fish
Sharks
Spanish Mackerel
Sea Trout
Blue Fish
Grouper (10 hour trip)