Didn’t feel like it was a charter, felt like you were with an old angler buddy!  Super friendly and knowledgeable. Even under less than desirable fishing conditions he was able to get us on the fish! Next trip here we will book with Captain Austin again!

Had a great day out on the sound with Austin. He knew where to find the fish and showed us how to find sand dollars on the shoals. Took us on a tour and pointed out things of an interest. Also answered lots of questions from our group.

Great experience for myself and 3 boys! From 8 years old to 14. We caught lots of fish learned a little and had a great time! Looking forward to the next trip.

We booked this trip based on previous reviews and it was PERFECT.  We had four adults and two children and wanted to see Cape Lookout, wanted to see the wild horses, wanted to see some dolphins, and wanted to take the kids fishing in the ocean and catch a few fish.  We wanted this all to happen in 4 hours.  Captain Austin delivered in great fashion.  We headed to Cape Lookout first and on the way, there were the wild horses, literally standing on water - it was magical.  Then Cape Lookout (we did not climb the lighthouse - too much time and we did that before) just for a quick stop to go to the bathroom and get a snack and take a few pictures.  Then off to the ocean to see dolphins for which we saw over 50 plus a spinner shark!  Kids were amazed and so were the adults.  Next up, fishing - we never have had much luck.  We tried a few spots, got a few lizard fish and Captain said, let’s go over by Atlantic Beach and we did.  WOW, we caught over 25 fish in about 1.5 hours - Spanish Mackerel and Blue Fish.  One after the others.  All keepers and the kids reeled them in as did the adults.  It was amazing.  Nothing more than about 2 lbs but it is not like people pull out 5-25 lb fish in a short fishing trip - it can happen - but that is just the luck of the draw.  We headed back to Beaufort and with perfect timing, we arrived at the dock right one time.  Highly recommend this Eco Tour Family Fishing Trip for 4 hours. It was lots of fun and worth the money!  Bring snacks, water, soda, beer, etc. and make sure to wear sunscreen!

I’m a fishing guide myself and to be on the other end of things for once was a pleasure, especially with captain Austin, the gear was good, the boat is as bad ass as they get and the fishing was hot! Very clean boat and fresh clean ice on board, great fishing tactics and great overall knowledge of the waters, absolutely one of my favorite charter experiences! Will definitely book again!