An offshore charter on Speechless is $2400 (+ tip for mate). Also, there is a small “booking fee” here on the site that goes directly to the company that supplies the payment tool on this site.
6 total customers is the maximum allowed by law.
(Keep in mind, fuel alone costs the boat about $1,000 per trip, and then there’s the cost of paying crew, maintenance, etc.)
To learn a lot more about the cost and price of a charter, watch this video.
The time of year will dictate in many ways what you’ll catch, but Tuna (Yellowfin, Blackfin, Albacore) are common throughout the year, as are Mahi Mahi. Bluefin and Big Eye tuna come out at various times as well. North Carolina is also famous for its various types of Billfish (Swordfish, Marlin, Sailfish) and you can certainly catch other species as well.
You’re guaranteed to have an amazing day on the water, but there are rare occasions when the fish don’t cooperate. This is why it’s called “Fishing” and not “Catching!” 🙂 That being said, it’s pretty likely you’ll catch, but not guaranteed.
First and foremost, bring a smile and a great attitude, as this catches more fish!!
Bring anything you want to eat or drink with you, stay hydrated!
Bring your own sunscreen.
We HIGHLY recommend you take Dramamine the night before, then another dose in the morning (non-drowsy). Take it in the morning with food, as that works out best.
Yes, and the Professor, Capt. Ron Edwards, has his Captain’s License.
Simply use the booking tool on the site. It’s fast and easy.
Generally speaking, the boat leaves around 5-530am in the morning. The Captain will call you the day before the trip to confirm the time.
We want to fish as much as anyone, but there are times when the weather simply doesn’t cooperate. In these situations, you’ll get a 100% refund for your trip, assuming we’re unable to reschedule.
Unfortunately, if your trip is canceled due to weather, we cannot automatically book you for another time, unless there is an open spot. This is certainly something we can discuss at time of trip cancellation.
If you’ve watched our YouTube channel, you know we have a different style. First of all, we have an express style boat, which means the captain is with the crew instead of being separated from everyone. We intentionally chose to do this so that The Professor can be with the crew and everyone will have a much more hands-on, learning experience.
Most likely! Another reason why we’re unique. This way, you’ll have a video that makes for a wonderful souvenir of your experience. Keep in mind though, we won’t embarrass you on camera, as we’re only looking to promote wholesome experiences that bring joy to everyone involved. Our customers LOVE this part of the experience.
Our boat was built in Wanchese NC by the renowned team at Blackwell Boatbuilders. It’s a 40′ express boat, 15′ wide, with plenty of seating (It feels like a very large 40′ boat, you’ll see when you get on it). We have a bathroom with a toilet, fridge, freezer, etc.
Occasionally, yes. But if you’d really like him to ride along, make sure to mention it with your purchase. Sometimes he can attend trip if he knows in advance a customer is interested.
Everything you need to know before your trip with Speechless Sportfishing.
Depending on the season and trip type, you could catch yellowfin tuna, bluefin tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo, sailfish, marlin, king mackerel, and more. We’ll let you know what’s running when you book.
Food and drinks for the day, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and weather-appropriate clothing. We provide all the rods, reels, bait, tackle, and everything else you need to fish.
Absolutely. A big part of what we do is making first-timers feel comfortable. Our crew will walk you through everything. You don’t need any experience to have a great time.
Safety comes first. If conditions are not safe to go out, we will work with you to reschedule. We monitor weather closely and will communicate with you ahead of time.
We leave from the Outer Banks, North Carolina. We’ll send you the exact marina location and directions when you book.
Our boat accommodates up to 6 guests. If you have a larger group, reach out to us and we can help you coordinate multiple boats.
All rods, reels, tackle, bait, fuel, crew, and fish cleaning are included. You just bring yourself, your food and drinks, and sunscreen.
Click the “Book a Trip” button anywhere on this site, or reach out to us directly. We’ll get you set up with dates, trip options, and everything you need to know.
Yes, we do allow ride alongs on most trips. Ride alongs can join the crew for the experience without fishing. Contact us for details and availability.
We send this guide to every guest before their trip. It covers everything from parking to what species you can expect to catch, with a full offshore fishing calendar. Download it now so you know exactly what to expect.
Note: The downloadable PDF version of this guide will be available here soon. In the meantime, all the information is covered in the FAQ section above.
Call or text Captain Ron at 252-629-1099. He is happy to answer anything.
