Kiawah Island Fly Fishing Guides & Inshore Charters
406-531-4219
Kiawah Island is surrounded by a vast expanse of marsh, estuaries and coastline. This spectacular area consists of spartina grass and oyster mounds as far as the eye can see, providing a beautiful landscape for bird watching and fly fishing. The most sought after species of fish here is redfish or red drum. This is a very popular fish that can be found along the entire southeastern coastline and into the Gulf Coast, and it is especially abundant in the estuaries of the South Carolina Lowcountry. For a great day on the water, take on this species with an expert Kiawah Island fly fishing guide.
We offer three different charters in Charleston, SC. These include 1/2 Day Trips, 3/4 Day Trips and Full Day Trips. Please see below for our prices, deposit information and refund policies:
½ Day (4-5 Hours) - $550
¾ Day (6 Hours) - $700
Full Day (8-9 Hours) - $850
Cash, Checks or Venmo are accepted, and all Charleston, SC fishing trips are for up to 2 anglers.
A $200 deposit is required at the time of booking to hold the reservation. A full refund of the deposit will be given if the charter is cancelled by the Captain or if the guest cancels before a month in advance of the trip. If the customer cancels within a month of the charter, the deposit will not be refunded. If the customer cancels within 7 days of the date of the trip or the customer does not show up for the charter, the full amount of the trip is due.
The Captain will make the final decision if the trip needs to be cancelled due to weather. Captain Powell is very flexible and willing to reschedule or help to find another captain who is available.
PHONE: 406-531-4219
Fly Fishing Kiawah Island
When everything comes together and the “ideal situation” shows itself, sight fishing with a fly rod can provide an unforgettable experience. During our Kiawah Island fly fishing charters in the Spring, Summer and Fall, we are primarily focusing on the flood tides or tailing tides. This generally happens around the new and full moon phases. The height of the tide is such that it literally floods the grass flats with water. The redfish will follow the water in search of shrimp and fiddler crabs. As the fish bury their heads in the bottom, their tails are exposed in the air, providing an amazing sight that is a visual target for all lucky anglers.
During the winter months, fly fishing for redfish around the low tide can be very productive. This can be one of the best times of the year for fly fishing near Kiawah Island. The cooler water temperatures provide very clear water with great visibility. In addition, the redfish will form large schools, sometimes upwards of 200, to protect themselves from the Bottlenose Dolphin. This offers a fantastic sight and an opportunity to cast to large schools of redfish pushing wakes across the flats around Kiawah Island.
