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Wes M

August 28, 2025
Trip taken August 28, 2025

This is my first time booking a charter, my son and I have recently taken to fishing and are still very much beginners lol. I went with Riptide for a midday 4 hour trip and had a blast, I definitely recommend Capt. Randy he's super knowledgeable and experienced, he's down to eart...

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Two anglers fishing in a scenic location
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Andrew M

June 26, 2025
Trip taken June 26, 2025

We met up with Capt Randy at 6am on a (really) hot day in late June 2025 for a 6 hour fishing trip. Based on the days conditions, Capt Randy recommended a run out to a reef for bottom fishing. We road about 45-50 mins out to the reef on a very calm ocean day. On our out to the ...

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Four anglers enjoying a fishing tripCobia fish caught while fishing
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Matthew R

June 17, 2025
Trip taken June 17, 2025

We had a wonderful trip. I booked the 2 hour trip with Captain Randy since it was the first time my daughter and wife had been fishing in the bay/ocean. We each caught fish, the captain was knowledgeable, friendly, down to earth, helped bait all fishing poles, and given the wait ...

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Redfish caught by angler
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Pete K

June 16, 2025
Trip taken June 16, 2025

We explained to Capt. Randy we wanted to catch fish to eat for dinner. He delivered! We had a great time tolling and taking turns catching and yes even missing a few. Capt. Randy was easy to work with and everyone caught fish. He showed us how to bring them in and remove them an...

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Group of 5 people fishing in unknown location
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Courtney C

June 4, 2025
Trip taken June 4, 2025

This was our first ever fishing trip and man was it one for the books! Captain Randy and Drake are A+. All 5 of us caught more fish than we ever have and raved about it all evening to our crew who didn’t go. Definitely choose Riptide Charter for your next fishing adventure

Successful fishing trip with five people and two fish
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Joshua M

October 3, 2024
Trip taken October 3, 2024

We’ve been looking forward to this trip for a while, and it did not disappoint! We booked the 4-hour morning trip with my 3 kids, and Randy had us fishing in no time. We started by catching 50 croakers for bait, then went out for speckled trout. Once we hit the bag limit, we move...

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Three big fish caught during fishing trip
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Benjamin W

September 18, 2024
Trip taken September 18, 2024

Took a 4-hour trip with my two daughters (11/9) and had an awesome time! Captain had us catching bait fish within 15 minutes, and nothing makes kids happier than fish in the boat. From there, we headed to a spot where the captain knew the speckled trout would be, and we almost hi...

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3 huge fish caught while fishing
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Harry S

September 13, 2024
Trip taken September 13, 2024

Randy did an awesome job putting us on fish! We had a blast and would definitely recommend him!

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Mark Z

August 29, 2024
Trip taken August 29, 2024

Had a great time fishing with Captain Randy! He was very knowledgeable and put us on the fish right away. Even when the triggerfish kept stealing our bait, he kept us fishing and having fun. Highly recommend Riptide Charters!

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Jim O

August 28, 2024
Trip taken August 28, 2024

I’d recommend Captain Randy with Riptide Charters to anyone looking for a great hands-on experience. My fiancé and I had a blast and limited out on speckled trout!

4 great fish caught while fishing at unknown location
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Dallas B

August 27, 2024
Trip taken August 27, 2024

We had a great time! Caught a lot of fish, and Randy is awesome. Book this charter!

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Mary F

August 26, 2024
Trip taken August 26, 2024

What an amazing trip! Our 6-hour fishing adventure was unforgettable. Captain Randy knows every inch of the ocean and found the perfect spots for us. He even took time to point out sea turtles and stopped for us to get a good look. He was fantastic with kids, making my 10-year-ol...

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Matthew K

August 20, 2024
Trip taken August 20, 2024

Had a great time, and thanks for being patient with the thousand and one questions from my kid! Haha, we really appreciated it!

Fishing at an unknown location
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Carine J

August 19, 2024
Trip taken August 19, 2024

Captain Randy was very professional and took care of all our fishing needs. He communicated with others in the industry to ensure a great fishing experience for everyone on board. Our fish and chips supper was absolutely delicious!

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Justin F

August 19, 2024
Trip taken August 19, 2024

Texted him before booking to ask if we could specifically target red drum, and it was no problem! Got to the dock, talked through the plan—wasn't sure how the bite would be, so we went for trout to put dinner on the table. Did that in about an hour and a half, just one short of o...

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The RipTide Charters Customer Reviews page is where anglers share their experiences after a great day on the water. Here, you'll find firsthand accounts of Outer Banks inshore fishing for Red Drum and Speckled Trout, nearshore trolling for King Mackerel, and deep-sea adventures chasing Tuna and Mahi-Mahi. Guests who have enjoyed affordable half-day fishing trips in Wanchese, NC, and private fishing charters for small groups often highlight the professionalism, expertise, and dedication of our crew. Families love sharing their stories about kid-friendly trips that create lifelong memories, making us one of the best fishing charters for families in Wanchese, NC. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first-time fisherman, these reviews help showcase what to expect on a fishing charter with us. We encourage all of our guests to leave their feedback so future anglers can see why RipTide Charters is a top choice in Wanchese. Check out the reviews and see why so many choose us for their Outer Banks fishing adventure.


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