Covering almost half of the North Carolina coastline, the Outer Banks is a 200-mile long string of barrier islands offering temperate climate and amazing beachfront properties. It is a premier destination for sun and sea lovers of all ages. Whether lounging on the beach or enjoying water sports, make sure to bring plenty of sunscreen. There are several places where you can charter a boat close to your Outer Banks beach house.
Big Eye Charters
Located close to beach houses in Hatteras, Big Eye Charters offers a 46-foot boat that is very comfortable, even in rough water. They are open year round and can accommodate up to 6 anglers.
Hatteras Harbor Marina Charter Fleet
They offer 17 boats, in sizes from 38 to 58 feet. All their fishing charters set out at 6 am and return around 4 or 5 pm. They supply all the bait and tackle you need. You should plan on bringing drinks and lunch. There is a store and deli that opens at 5:30 am at the marina, so you can pick up any last minute needs.
Hoo Dini Sportfishing Charter
Located in Nags Head, the Hoo Dini is a 50 foot boat offering an air conditioned salon that accommodates up to 6 passengers. They supply tackle, bait, rods and reels. They set out at 5:15 am and return between 4:30 and 5:30 pm.
Outrigger Offshore Sportfishing
Located in Oregon Inlet, the Outrigger is a 51 foot boat offering a heated and air conditioned cabin. They supply all bait and tackle and can accommodate up to 6 people.
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center Fleet
They offer 43 boats that are chartered for inshore/sound fishing, headboat fishing, near shore fishing and offshore fishing. All boats can accommodate up to 6 people and they supply bait and tackle.
A-Salt Weapon Charters
The A-Salt Weapon is a 54 foot all weather fishing boat located in Manteo. They supply bait and tackle, they can accommodate up to 6 people, and set out at 5 am to return around 4:30 pm.
The Albatross Fleet
Located in Hatteras, the Albatross Fleet includes three 45-foot boats. They set out at 6 am and return around noon for half day trips or around 5 pm for all day, and they supply bait and tackle.
Broad Creek Fishing Center Fleet
They offer boats ranging from 35 to 61 feet, and charter for offshore Gulfstream fishing, Ocean wreck fishing and exploration, inshore fishing and light tackle sound. Most boats can accommodate up to 6 people, and they supply bait and tackle.
Pirate's Cove Marina
The marina offers 18 boats for offshore and nearshore fishing. The boats can accommodate up to 6 people, and they supply bait and tackle.
Grog's Watersports
Located in Nags Head, they offer kayaks, waverunners, pontoons and fishing boats for rent, as well as offer dolphin tours, kayak and waverunner tours.
Kitty Hawk Kites
They offer sailing cruises and eco-tours to view Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, ospreys and pelicans. Kitty Hawk Kites also rents equipment for hang gliding, kayaking, kiteboarding, parasailing, jet skiing, surfing and wakeboarding.
There are too many boat charters in the area to list them all, so only the most popular are listed here. For a most extensive list, you should refer to guides from the tourism office. Many Outer Banks houses for rent provide tourism guides and advertisements to help you select the type of charter that is best for you. To help you select the best Outer Banks rental, you should check out the VacationHomes page to see listings sorted by price, location or amenities.