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Where does Salty Charters fish?

We fish the Outer Banks area, including Port La Belle Marina, Royal Palm Yacht Club Marina, Centennial Harbor Marina, Peppertree Pointe Marina, Gulf Harbor Yacht Club, San Carlos Bay, Tarpon Bay, Sanibel Bayou, Fishin Fever Marina.


What are the target fish?

Target fish include Greater Amberjack (Also Called Great Amberfish, Jenny Lind, Rock Salmon, Doronado, Madregal, Amberjack), Striped Bass (Also Called Striper, Linesider, Rockfish  ), Black Drum (Also Called Drum, Drummer), Bluefish (Also Called Elf, Tailor, Shad), Atlantic Bonito  (Also Called Bloater, Bone Jack, Bonito, Boston Mackerel, Common Bonito, Skipjack), Cobia (Also Called Black Salmon, Crab Eater, Lemon Fish, Sergeant Fish  ), Common Dolphinfish (Also Called Dolphin, Dolphinfish, Common Dolphin, Mahi-Mahi, Dorado, Dourade  ), Gag Grouper (Also Called Charcoal Belly, Velvet Rockfish, Grouper  ), African Pompano (Also Called Threadfin, Crevalle, Jack, Pompano, Cobblerfish, Shoemaker  ), Longfin Yellowtail (Also Called Falcate Amberjack, Almaco Jack  ), Blue Marlin  (Also Called Cuban Black Marlin, Marlin  ), Redfish (Also Called Red Drum, Channel Bass, Spottail Bass)


Where in Outer Banks to we meet our guests?

We meet at Outer Banks, NC Boat Launch ( Dartmoor Ave, Manteo, NC 27954, USA )


Do I need a STATE Fishing license?

Yes, a Fishing license is required


Where do I get a STATE Fishing license?

North Carolina Wildlife Resources Comission - Fishing

A North Carolina Fishng License is required for individuals 16 years of age or more. A fishing license is required to fish any public water in North Carolina. The State of North Carolina requires seperate licenses to be purchased for inland and salt water fishing. When fishing with a licensed captain or guide in saltwater no licensing is needed. Please visit the North Carolina Wildlife Resources comission for more information and to purchase your license.

How much should I Tip?

It is customary to tip 20% of the trip total. We work tirelessly to make sure you have a guest experience!


Do I need to bring my own gear?

No, we provide standard gear such as rods and reels so you don’t need to worry about anything. But please feel free to bring you own gear if you prefer.


For further questions, please visit our Contact Us page.

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