18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters
Book your next adventure with 18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters and see why anglers keep coming back!
With over 20 years of experience fishing the East Coast, Captain Chris Owens (USCG OUPV certified) brings serious knowledge and passion to every trip. He got his start as a mate at Bridge Tender Marina in Wilmington, NC while attending UNCW, where he honed his skills and competed in top tournaments like the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament and the White Marlin Open. After seasons chasing sailfish in West Palm Beach and running his own boat, Chris joined the 18 Reeler crew and now fishes full-time out of Pirates Cove. Chris' mate Brandon also brings well over 20 years of fishing experience on the East Coast and fishing in places such as Florida and the Bahamas. They have over 40 years experience between them and will make sure your time on the water is an amazing experience.
Depending on the season, these waters are known for Yellowfin Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Mahi, Wahoo, Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Cobia, Red Drum, and more.
You'll be fishing aboard the 18 Reeler, a Custom Carolina sportfish powered by twin Cummins diesels, cruising comfortably at 23 knots. With a wide 16' beam and Carolina flare, she delivers a smooth, dry ride offshore. The boat is fully equipped with modern electronics, premium tackle, and an air-conditioned salon with seating, TV and stereo and a private restroom for your comfort.
Everything you need is included: rods, reels, tackle, bait, and lures, plus your fishing license. The experienced crew will handle the details so you can focus on the action.
Just bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and your favorite food and drinks, and get ready for an unforgettable day on the water.
Join 18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters in Manteo and make it happen!
Book your next adventure with 18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters and see why anglers keep coming back!
With over 20 years of experience fishing the East Coast, Captain Chris Owens (USCG OUPV certified) brings serious knowledge and passion to every trip. He got his start as a mate at Bridge Tender Marina in Wilmington, NC while attending UNCW, where he honed his skills and competed in top tournaments like the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament and the White Marlin Open. After seasons chasing sailfish in West Palm Beach and running his own boat, Chris joined the 18 Reeler crew and now fishes full-time out of Pirates Cove. Chris' mate Brandon also brings well over 20 years of fishing experience on the East Coast and fishing in places such as Florida and the Bahamas. They have over 40 years experience between them and will make sure your time on the water is an amazing experience.
Depending on the season, these waters are known for Yellowfin Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Mahi, Wahoo, Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Cobia, Red Drum, and more.
You'll be fishing aboard the 18 Reeler, a Custom Carolina sportfish powered by twin Cummins diesels, cruising comfortably at 23 knots. With a wide 16' beam and Carolina flare, she delivers a smooth, dry ride offshore. The boat is fully equipped with modern electronics, premium tackle, and an air-conditioned salon with seating, TV and stereo and a private restroom for your comfort.
Everything you need is included: rods, reels, tackle, bait, and lures, plus your fishing license. The experienced crew will handle the details so you can focus on the action.
Just bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and your favorite food and drinks, and get ready for an unforgettable day on the water.
Join 18 Reeler Sportfishing Charters in Manteo and make it happen!
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Andrew Roth5.0VerifiedGreat Trip suited for our family!
3/4 Day Trip (8 hr) on June 25, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 childFirst off I want to say about how great Chris, and Brandon were with my son! They put us on as many fish as we could handle!! After trying the first spot and coming up empty handed. We headed to the next spot and, IT WAS ON! Amberjack galore, we brought in more than we could keep track of to the boat, and some tanks to and broke a few off! After they wore us out on AJs. We trolled for some mahi. The guys asked if we wanted troll for some Spanish so my son could reel in a few and put us right on the fish again and we caught a bunch of spanish and some big ones once again. I can’t thank Capt Chris and Brandon enough!!!
Todd Dewire5.0VerifiedNice trip
Half Day Trip – Inshore on August 13, 2026 • 6 adults • 3 children1st mate said it was th best near shore trip of 2026! 61 mackerel! kids loved it.
The Great Outdoors5.0Verifiedhardest working captain!
Extended morning inshore (6 hr) on September 11, 2026 • 2 adultsour trip started out pretty slow, but the captain and mate tried a few different things and places. we ended up with the last half of the trip being outstanding! We loaded up on fish! The action was non stop. Captain Chris worked nonstop to put us on fish! Brandon (the mate)worked hard to make sure we were taken care of and styed reeling in fish! Thank you guys for a great and memorable fishing experience!
Orlando BarbourRepeat angler5.0VerifiedJune fishing trip
3/4 Day Trip (8 hr) on June 6, 2026 • 2 adults
