Outer Reef Spearfishing Trip – Offshore North Carolina Adventure

Get ready for a high-adrenaline underwater hunt with North Carolina Spearfishing’s Outer Reef Spearfishing Trip. Designed for experienced freedivers, this full-day offshore adventure takes you to deeper reefs and wrecks 15–30 miles off the coast of Wilmington, NC, where larger pelagic and reef fish await.

You’ll dive clear blue waters with expert guides who know exactly where to find the action. Common targets include amberjack, snapper, grouper, cobia, and more. Whether you’re chasing your first trophy fish or leveling up your deep-water hunting skills, this trip offers challenge and reward.

Trip Highlights:

• Full-day offshore spearfishing charter

• Dive deeper reefs and remote wreck sites

• Target big game fish like amberjack, snapper, and cobia

• Ideal for experienced and certified freedivers

• Gear available or bring your own

• Led by professional, safety-focused guides

We recommend this trip for confident freedivers who are comfortable at greater depths and looking for a more advanced spearfishing experience. Combine it with one of our depth training or certification courses to sharpen your edge before heading out.

Spaces are limited, and weather conditions vary—so early booking is strongly encouraged.

👉 Reserve your Outer Reef Spearfishing Trip today and test your skills against some of the Atlantic’s most exciting game fish.

-Includes Frying Pan Tower
-Boat leaves at 7am and returns to the dock no later than 5pm
-Water and Snacks included (will be sufficient, but bring your own preferred meal if you would like)
-Target species include DEPENDING ON LAWFUL SEASONS: Spiny Lobster, Gag grouper, Scamp grouper, Hog Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Cubera Snapper, King mackerel, African pompano, permit, rainbow runner and Cobia
-Must be comfortable diving to 60ft and hunting at 45ft
-Water temps will vary from 70– 80 degrees, so wetsuits will range from 2mm – 5mm depending on when your trip is scheduled.
-Maximum of 4 spearfishermen

NEED GEAR? We have you covered. We offer rental equipment of all gear needed for your spearing adventure. Click for more information