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    4.5-Hour Deep Sea Fishing Trip From Hilton Head

    Family-Friendly Fishing With Gear and License Included

    4.5 stars• 207 reviews

    Duration

    4.5 hours

    Includes

    Rod, reel, bait, license

    Highlights

    Cast a line from the 60-foot Drifter, a family-owned party fishing boat. This trip welcomes first-time and experienced anglers alike.

    • Fish alongside first-time and experienced anglers
    • Watch for dolphins, pelicans, ospreys, loggerhead turtles, and passing container ships
    • Bring a small cooler with food
    • Explore shopping and dining in Marina Village before or after your trip

    Itinerary

    The Drifter will travel offshore to an artificial reef where the boat will anchor and you will fish over an artificial reef.

    We will be fishing for Black Sea Bass as well as Whiting, Weakfish, Bluefish, and an occasional shark or Redfish.

    The ocean is usually pretty nice but you may want to take Dramamine if you are unsure about how you may feel.

    What's Included

    • Rod and reel
    • Bait
    • Fishing instruction
    • Fishing license

    Important details

    • Arrive 30 minutes before departure and meet at the flagpole on the right side of the marina

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 48 hours before scheduled departure.

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    FAQs

    No. The trip welcomes first-time and experienced anglers, and fishing instruction is provided.

    You may bring a small cooler with food. Soft drinks, bottled water, and snacks are available for purchase onboard with cash.

    You may catch bottom fish such as black sea bass, sea trout, and whiting. Shark and redfish are occasionally caught.

    Meeting details

    Palmetto Bay Marina, 86 Helmsman Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

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    Adult

    $90.10

    Ages 13+

    0

    Child

    $79.50

    Ages 3-12

    0

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    Review summary

    4.5
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    Shark fishing is the clear star of the show here, with families consistently pulling in blacktips, bonnetheads, stingrays, and the occasional massive surprise catch. Captain Jennifer and first mate Ricky on the Ricochet draw especially glowing praise, with guests highlighting their patience, knowledge, and genuine care for making sure every person on board catches something. Captain Jack also earns plenty of love for his easygoing style and knack for finding fish. A few reviews do flag some concerns worth noting. One offshore group charter experience stood out as disappointing, with complaints about staying anchored in a single unproductive spot and a captain who was largely absent from the group. There have also been isolated mentions of rough rides and seasickness on longer trips. These seem tied to specific trip types rather than the operation as a whole, but if you or your group are prone to motion sickness, it's worth asking about conditions and trip length before booking. For families especially, the inshore shark and fishing excursions come across as a genuine hit. Crews are described as kid-friendly, educational, and willing to put in the extra effort to make the day memorable. The experiences on the Ricochet and the Hobo are hard to fault based on what most guests report.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Such an awesome trip! Caught a 4 1/2 foot Bull Shark and several others! My 3, 6, and 8 year old were throughly entertained and it was just long enough. Great time- kind mother son duo that hosted us!

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    Daniel Wilson

    July 3, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Such an awesome trip! Caught a 4 1/2 foot Bull Shark and several others! My 3, 6, and 8 year old were throughly entertained and it was just long enough. Great time- kind mother son duo that hosted us!

    Photo of Daniel Wilson

    Daniel Wilson

    July 3, 2026

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