Captain
Jake R

Member since July 2025 Surf City, United States
Background
Meet Your Captain – Jake Founder of Seaside Charter company. I was born and raised on Topsail Island, and the water has always been a part of who I am. From fishing off the docks as a kid to exploring every hidden cove and sandbar along the coast, I've spent my life getting to know the waters of Topsail Island, Wrightsville Beach, and the surrounding area like the back of my hand. I started Seaside Charter Company with one simple goal: to share the beauty, adventure, and laid-back charm of our coast with others. Whether you're looking to island hop, relax on a sunset cruise, explore local wildlife on an eco tour, or spend the day fishing, I'll make sure your time on the water is safe, memorable, and tailored to exactly what you're looking for. At Seaside Charter Company, we specialize in small, personalized trips that give you a true local experience—guided by someone who calls this place home. Come explore the Carolina coast with me. I promise you'll leave with great memories, salty air in your lungs, and maybe even a fish tale or two.
Techniques
Island hopping, fishing, eco tours, shell hunting, sunset cruises

Hey, I'm Captain Jake R

Surf City, United States
Background
Meet Your Captain – Jake Founder of Seaside Charter company. I was born and raised on Topsail Island, and the water has always been a part of who I am. From fishing off the docks as a kid to exploring every hidden cove and sandbar along the coast, I've spent my life getting to know the waters of Topsail Island, Wrightsville Beach, and the surrounding area like the back of my hand. I started Seaside Charter Company with one simple goal: to share the beauty, adventure, and laid-back charm of our coast with others. Whether you're looking to island hop, relax on a sunset cruise, explore local wildlife on an eco tour, or spend the day fishing, I'll make sure your time on the water is safe, memorable, and tailored to exactly what you're looking for. At Seaside Charter Company, we specialize in small, personalized trips that give you a true local experience—guided by someone who calls this place home. Come explore the Carolina coast with me. I promise you'll leave with great memories, salty air in your lungs, and maybe even a fish tale or two.
Techniques
Island hopping, fishing, eco tours, shell hunting, sunset cruises
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My Listings

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(18 reviews)
Surf City
 Last booking: 1 day ago
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trips from US $275
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(10 reviews)
Wrightsville Beach
 Instant Confirmation
trips from US $275

Customer reviews

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Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 28 reviews
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Vicki P.
Excellent
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Awesome !!

VERIFIED   Island excursion Topsail - 1:00 PM on June 24, 2026
Captain Jake was wonderful went above to make our trip memorable! we caught some very nice red drum!! i...
Vicki P. recommends Seaside Charter Co. Island Excursions Topsail
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Adam H.
Excellent
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We had an awsome bachelors trip!

VERIFIED   Island Hopping Excursion - Topsail on July 10, 2026
Jake was awsome this isnโ€™t some commercial excursion tour. We went to all the cool local spots, got some island beach time...
Adam H. recommends Seaside Charter Co. Island Excursions Topsail
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James M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Loved our time at Lea Island and Sunset cruise!

VERIFIED   Sunset cruise Topsail on July 9, 2026
Captain Jake was a great wealth of knowledge about the area and super nice, we really enjoyed our time on his boat and the...
James M. recommends Seaside Charter Co. Island Excursions Topsail
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Danielle D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent trip!

VERIFIED   Island hopping excursion - 2:00 PM on July 2, 2026
Our famiky had a blast with Catian Jack! He was catious and took things step by step for the kids and really made our trip...
Danielle D. recommends Seaside Charter Company Island Excursions WB
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Kim L.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Boating with Jake

VERIFIED   Island excursion Topsail on June 26, 2026
Captain Jake was awesome. Very caring and very informative.ย  Adjusted to our needs and had so much compassion. I highly recommend...
Kim L. recommends Seaside Charter Co. Island Excursions Topsail
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