Sunshine Charters of Charleston 

5.0/5 (209 reviews)
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 Tranquil Drive, Charleston, SC 29407, Verenigde Staten

Sunshine Charters of Charleston 

5.0/5 (209)
 Angler's Choice
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Tranquil Drive
Charleston, SC, Verenigde Staten
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Sunshine Charters of Charleston runs angling trips out of Charleston South Carolina and offers to show you what the local fishery is all about.

Capt. Stephen will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. He specializes in bottom fishing, all to get you on that bite. This involves 4-hour trips, mainly fishing for Seabass, Redfish, Sheepshead, Flounder, Black Drum, Sharks, Bull Reds and Spotted Seatrout, depending on the season and conditions on the day.

Your adventure begins on board a 2025 25' Sportsman boat that can fit a maximum of 6 anglers. The boat is fitted with an ice box, and a wireless trolling motor and pin anchor.

The price of your trip includes all the rods, reels, and terminal tackle you'll need for a productive day on the water. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day and you're welcome to keep all legal species caught during the trip.

There will be complimentary water aboard for your convenience during the trip, but feel free to bring your own drinks or snacks if you prefer.

This is a children-friendly charter, so you're welcome to bring your kids on for a fun fishing adventure.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Sunshine Charters of Charleston.
Please note we do fish when it rains. We cancel if it is unsafe.

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Customer reviews

Beoordelingsoverzicht

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 209 reviews
Boot
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (289)

Great time with the family!
Great time with the family!
Beautiful day on a beautiful boat!
+286

Beoordeling van Vissers

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

98%

Showing 1 - 5 of 209 reviews
Showing: 5 of 209 reviews
Jeneen E.
Jeneen E.
5.0/5

Nov 7, 2025

Half Day Trip A.M

Beautiful day on a beautiful boat!

GECONTROLEERD
NIEUW

Our fishing experience with Captain Stephen was exceptional. It was a gorgeous day on a beautiful, well-kept boat, and Stephen was attentive, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what he does. He constantly adjusted our location to make sure we were right where the fish were biting. We caught red fish, spotten sea trout, mini black drum and several croaker! We couldn’t have asked for a better day on the water…. we got a bonus seeing baby dolphins jumping! Highly recommend!

Our fishing experience with Captain Stephen was exceptional. It was a gorgeous day on a beautiful, well-kept boat, and Stephen...  

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 Jeneen E. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
 Jeneen E. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
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Replied on November 9, 2025
Janeen thank you so much for your review and your kind words :) Thank you for helping me break in the new boat !! i named her Crystal 😊 looking forward to our next trip !! tight lines 🎣💯🤟

Vanessa K.
Vanessa K.
5.0/5

Nov 23, 2025

3 Hour Fishing Charter

Great time with the family!

GECONTROLEERD
NIEUW

My family had a great time on our fishing trip! Captain Stephen was great with our boys (4 & 7) and made sure everyone was catching fish. The boat was new and very clean. Stephen took us to several spots, and was very knowledgeable. We did the 3 hour trip but would definitely opt for the 4hr next time.

My family had a great time on our fishing trip! Captain Stephen was great with our boys (4 & 7) and made sure everyone was catching...  

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 Vanessa K. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
 Vanessa K. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
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Replied on November 25, 2025
Vanessa Thank you so much for your review ! your boys were so much fun !! I certainly had a Great time and so glad you guys did as well. I look forward to our next trip :) tight lines 💯🎣🤟

Rick A.
Rick A.
5.0/5

May 28, 2025

Half Day Afternoon Trip

Inshore fishing trip

GECONTROLEERD

Our family recently booked a four hour inshore fishing trip with Sunshine Charters of Charleston. We had never been on a fishing charter, but knew that we wanted to target redfish. During the booking process, I explained our fishing interests to Captain Storey. He reached out to us prior to the trip with a meeting place and was very attentive. He even sent a message the day before asking if we could move our trip up by 30 minutes due to barometric pressure and tides so our trip would be more productive. On the day of the charter, he arrived at the ramp ready to go right on time. Once we left the ramp, he put us on a fishing spot within 10 minutes. That particular spot didn't produce what we wanted, so he took us to the next spot. He knew exactly where to cast at that location and before long, our oldest son had his first redfish. We fished a few more spots and all four of us (my wife and two teenage boys) caught several redfish, Atlantic croakers, a black drum, and even a sting ray. We caught our limit on redfish and had a great time. Captain Storey's boat and fishing equipment is in great shape and he was very professional and knowledgeable. We will definitely book with him when we go back to Charleston.

Our family recently booked a four hour inshore fishing trip with Sunshine Charters of Charleston. We had never been on a fishing...  

Captain replied
 Rick A. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
 Rick A. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
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Replied on June 12, 2025
Rick thank you so much for your review and your kind words ! I’m so glad you recognize my passion for what I do :) thank you again and definitely look forward to our next trip! I had a blast with you guys ! Tight lines 💯🎣🤟

LaToya P.
LaToya P.
5.0/5

Apr 16, 2025

Half Day Trip A.M

Big Smiles, Big Bass – A Day to Remember!

GECONTROLEERD

We had an unforgettable day out on the water with Sunshine Charters of Charleston and Captain Steve! I brought my parents and my three boys (ages 6, 8, and 11), and Captain Steve made the entire experience smooth, fun, and memorable for all of us. He was incredibly patient, attentive, and sociable—truly a delight to fish with! We even saw dolphins!! What a sight to see! Captain Steve knew exactly where to take us, and thanks to his expertise, we were able to land a big spot-tailed bass! The kids were beyond excited, and it was a moment they’ll be talking about for a long time. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or bringing along little ones for their first time, I highly recommend booking with Sunshine Charters and Captain Steve. Can’t wait to do it again!

We had an unforgettable day out on the water with Sunshine Charters of Charleston and Captain Steve! I brought my parents and...  

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 LaToya P. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
2 persons find this review helpful
 LaToya P. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
2 persons find this review helpful
undefined (De Schipper)
Replied on April 16, 2025
Latoya Thank you soooo much for your review!!! You guys were awesome and I’m so happy you guys enjoyed yourselves and definitely happy to be apart of the truly memorable experience. Definitely looking forward to our next trip !! Tight lines 💯💪🎣

Brad T.
Brad T.
5.0/5

Apr 4, 2025

3 Hour Fishing Charter

Nice day!

GECONTROLEERD

Was in Charleston for a long weekend and my college girls wanted to try fishing. Apparently they have seen some tiktok videos and thought it looked fun. Steve the captain was a very nice guy and knew the waterways and fishing spots. First place was active - for fish and bugs! We got mauled and told him if we caught 50 fish there, and none elsewhere, we would take none! So we left and looked for a new spot. Hit some dry holes - last stop of the day - we just did 3 hours - we caught 2 good size fish quickly, each of my girls. So all went home happy. Even if we did not, appreciated Steve's efforts and experience.

Was in Charleston for a long weekend and my college girls wanted to try fishing. Apparently they have seen some tiktok videos...  

Captain replied
 Brad T. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
1 person finds this review helpful
 Brad T. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (De Schipper)
Replied on April 7, 2025
Brad Thank you very much for your review! Yes those noseeums were brutal !!! I glad we made the move to get out of there lol. I’m very happy you and the girls had fun :) Until next time , tight lines 🎣💪

Trip availability and prices

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3 Hour Fishing Charter
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Seasonal Discounted January/Febuary
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Feb 28
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Seasonal discounted Jan/Feb Noon
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Feb 28
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip A.M
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Afternoon Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full 6 hour trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $825 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Beoordelingsoverzicht

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 209 reviews
Boot
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (289)

Great time with the family!
Great time with the family!
Beautiful day on a beautiful boat!
+286

Beoordeling van Vissers

205
2
2
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

98%

Showing 1 - 5 of 209 reviews
Showing: 5 of 209 reviews
Jeneen E.
Jeneen E.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boot

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Algemeen

Beautiful day on a beautiful boat!

GECONTROLEERD
NIEUW

Half Day Trip A.M on November 7, 2025

Our fishing experience with Captain Stephen was exceptional. It was a gorgeous day on a beautiful, well-kept boat, and Stephen was attentive, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what he does. He constantly adjusted our location to make sure we were right where the fish were biting. We caught red fish, spotten sea trout, mini black drum and several croaker! We couldn’t have asked for a better day on the water…. we got a bonus seeing baby dolphins jumping! Highly recommend!

Our fishing experience with Captain Stephen was exceptional. It was a gorgeous day on a beautiful, well-kept boat, and Stephen was attentive, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what he does. He constantly adjusted our location to make sure we were right where the fish were biting. We caught red fish, spotten sea trout, mini black drum and several croaker! We couldn’t have asked for a better day on the water…. we got a bonus seeing baby dolphins jumping! Highly recommend!  

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 Jeneen E. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
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Replied on November 9, 2025
Janeen thank you so much for your review and your kind words :) Thank you for helping me break in the new boat !! i named her Crystal 😊 looking forward to our next trip !! tight lines 🎣💯🤟

Vanessa K.
Vanessa K.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boot

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Algemeen

Great time with the family!

GECONTROLEERD
NIEUW

3 Hour Fishing Charter on November 23, 2025

My family had a great time on our fishing trip! Captain Stephen was great with our boys (4 & 7) and made sure everyone was catching fish. The boat was new and very clean. Stephen took us to several spots, and was very knowledgeable. We did the 3 hour trip but would definitely opt for the 4hr next time.

My family had a great time on our fishing trip! Captain Stephen was great with our boys (4 & 7) and made sure everyone was catching fish. The boat was new and very clean. Stephen took us to several spots, and was very knowledgeable. We did the 3 hour trip but would definitely opt for the 4hr next time.  

Review media 0
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 Vanessa K. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
undefined (De Schipper)
Replied on November 25, 2025
Vanessa Thank you so much for your review ! your boys were so much fun !! I certainly had a Great time and so glad you guys did as well. I look forward to our next trip :) tight lines 💯🎣🤟

Rick A.
Rick A.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boot

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Algemeen

Inshore fishing trip

GECONTROLEERD

Half Day Afternoon Trip on May 28, 2025

Our family recently booked a four hour inshore fishing trip with Sunshine Charters of Charleston. We had never been on a fishing charter, but knew that we wanted to target redfish. During the booking process, I explained our fishing interests to Captain Storey. He reached out to us prior to the trip with a meeting place and was very attentive. He even sent a message the day before asking if we could move our trip up by 30 minutes due to barometric pressure and tides so our trip would be more productive. On the day of the charter, he arrived at the ramp ready to go right on time. Once we left the ramp, he put us on a fishing spot within 10 minutes. That particular spot didn't produce what we wanted, so he took us to the next spot. He knew exactly where to cast at that location and before long, our oldest son had his first redfish. We fished a few more spots and all four of us (my wife and two teenage boys) caught several redfish, Atlantic croakers, a black drum, and even a sting ray. We caught our limit on redfish and had a great time. Captain Storey's boat and fishing equipment is in great shape and he was very professional and knowledgeable. We will definitely book with him when we go back to Charleston.

Our family recently booked a four hour inshore fishing trip with Sunshine Charters of Charleston. We had never been on a fishing charter, but knew that we wanted to target redfish. During the booking process, I explained our fishing interests to Captain Storey. He reached out to us prior to the trip with a meeting place and was very attentive. He even sent a message the day before asking if we could move our trip up by 30 minutes due to barometric pressure and tides so our trip would be more...  

 Rick A. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
undefined (De Schipper)
Replied on June 12, 2025
Rick thank you so much for your review and your kind words ! I’m so glad you recognize my passion for what I do :) thank you again and definitely look forward to our next trip! I had a blast with you guys ! Tight lines 💯🎣🤟

LaToya P.
LaToya P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boot

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Algemeen

Big Smiles, Big Bass – A Day to Remember!

GECONTROLEERD

Half Day Trip A.M on April 16, 2025

We had an unforgettable day out on the water with Sunshine Charters of Charleston and Captain Steve! I brought my parents and my three boys (ages 6, 8, and 11), and Captain Steve made the entire experience smooth, fun, and memorable for all of us. He was incredibly patient, attentive, and sociable—truly a delight to fish with! We even saw dolphins!! What a sight to see! Captain Steve knew exactly where to take us, and thanks to his expertise, we were able to land a big spot-tailed bass! The kids were beyond excited, and it was a moment they’ll be talking about for a long time. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or bringing along little ones for their first time, I highly recommend booking with Sunshine Charters and Captain Steve. Can’t wait to do it again!

We had an unforgettable day out on the water with Sunshine Charters of Charleston and Captain Steve! I brought my parents and my three boys (ages 6, 8, and 11), and Captain Steve made the entire experience smooth, fun, and memorable for all of us. He was incredibly patient, attentive, and sociable—truly a delight to fish with! We even saw dolphins!! What a sight to see! Captain Steve knew exactly where to take us, and thanks to his expertise, we were able to land a big spot-tailed bass! The...  

Review media 0
 LaToya P. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
2 persons find this review helpful
undefined (De Schipper)
Replied on April 16, 2025
Latoya Thank you soooo much for your review!!! You guys were awesome and I’m so happy you guys enjoyed yourselves and definitely happy to be apart of the truly memorable experience. Definitely looking forward to our next trip !! Tight lines 💯💪🎣

Brad T.
Brad T.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boot

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Algemeen

Nice day!

GECONTROLEERD

3 Hour Fishing Charter on April 4, 2025

Was in Charleston for a long weekend and my college girls wanted to try fishing. Apparently they have seen some tiktok videos and thought it looked fun. Steve the captain was a very nice guy and knew the waterways and fishing spots. First place was active - for fish and bugs! We got mauled and told him if we caught 50 fish there, and none elsewhere, we would take none! So we left and looked for a new spot. Hit some dry holes - last stop of the day - we just did 3 hours - we caught 2 good size fish quickly, each of my girls. So all went home happy. Even if we did not, appreciated Steve's efforts and experience.

Was in Charleston for a long weekend and my college girls wanted to try fishing. Apparently they have seen some tiktok videos and thought it looked fun. Steve the captain was a very nice guy and knew the waterways and fishing spots. First place was active - for fish and bugs! We got mauled and told him if we caught 50 fish there, and none elsewhere, we would take none! So we left and looked for a new spot. Hit some dry holes - last stop of the day - we just did 3 hours - we caught 2 good...  

 Brad T. raadt Sunshine Charters of Charleston aan
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (De Schipper)
Replied on April 7, 2025
Brad Thank you very much for your review! Yes those noseeums were brutal !!! I glad we made the move to get out of there lol. I’m very happy you and the girls had fun :) Until next time , tight lines 🎣💪

FAQs about Sunshine Charters of Charleston

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2025
Boat manufacturer
Sportsman
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots
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