



Fish inshore and nearshore on a 26-foot catamaran for up to 6 passengers
3 to 8 Hours
Max 6 people
Cooler with ice, gear, licenses
Head out from Hilton Head Island for an in-shore and near-shore fishing charter aboard a 26-foot Glacier Bay catamaran. You may see and possibly catch species like redfish, sea trout, mackerel, tarpon, and more.
A 15–20% gratuity is appreciated. Bring your own drinks and snacks; alcohol is allowed, but no glass bottles.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.
Please let us know 48 hours in advance if anything causes you not to be able to go on your booked adventure. We will charge full price for not showing up for reservation without a 48 hour advanced notice. Captains/ Surf instructors will make the call on cancelling trips due to weather or other unforeseen events.
Bring drinks and snacks (alcohol is allowed, but don’t bring glass bottles), sunscreen, sun protection (hat), polarized glasses if possible for fishing, and a camera if you’d like. Bring towels if you plan on swimming.
Wear suitable shoes for walking on shells and in water if you plan to do treasure hunting or crabbing.
You get a cooler with ice, all gear needed for activities, an instructional review from a professional captain, necessary licenses, and a dry storage area on the boat.
Directions to Native Son's Boats are located in Shelter Cove Marina. Directly in front of SCOTT'S FISH MARKET RESTAURANT 17 HARBOURSIDE LANE. On Dock H10
Captain Will and Captain Nick have clearly built something special here, judging by the overwhelmingly enthusiastic feedback from families who've experienced their tours. What stands out immediately is how well these guides connect with kids of all ages. Parents consistently mention how patient and engaging both captains are, with children as young as four having memorable experiences. The tours seem incredibly flexible too, with captains tailoring activities based on what each group wants to do, whether that's shark fishing, hunting for shark teeth on secluded beaches, crabbing, or visiting Shell Island. The variety packed into these excursions is impressive. Families regularly report seeing dolphins up close (sometimes within touching distance), catching bonnethead sharks, finding fossilized shark teeth, holding stone crabs, and exploring pristine shell-covered islands. One of the most appealing aspects is how the captains make everything feel relaxed and fun rather than overly structured. Hannah also gets special mention for surf lessons that had kids standing on boards within minutes. Nobody mentioned any disappointments or issues in these reviews, which is rare. Whether you're looking for a few hours on the water or a longer adventure, this outfit seems to deliver exactly what families visiting Hilton Head are hoping for, creating those "core memory" experiences that kids won't stop talking about long after vacation ends.