Five Hours on the Tides: A Private Fishing Charter out of Port Royal with Capt. “Rico” Pollitzer

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Five Hours on the Tides: A Private Fishing Charter out of Port Royal with Capt. “Rico” Pollitzer

A 5-hour private fishing trip from Port Royal with Tallboy Fishing Charters — live-bait fishing and trolling for up to six anglers; this guide explains what to expect and how the trip is run.

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Five Hours on the Tides: A Private Fishing Charter out of Port Royal with Capt. “Rico” Pollitzer.

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Location
Port Royal
Operator
Tallboy Fishing Charters
Category
Fishing
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Hop aboard Tallboy Fishing Charters for a five-hour private outing led by Capt. Richard Pollitzer — known locally as “Rico” — a Beaufort County native with more than 25 years in the Hilton Head and Beaufort charter business; trips are customized to guests’ goals and typically fish inshore and offshore out to roughly three miles.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE CAPTAIN

Local knowledge from Capt. Richard “Rico” Pollitzer

A native of Beaufort County with over 25 years in the charter trade, Rico runs Tallboy Fishing Charters and shapes trips around what you want to catch and the kind of day you hope to have on the water.

THE FORMAT

Private, five-hour trips for small groups

This is a private charter priced at $850 for up to six passengers — a concentrated, hands-on outing designed so the captain can focus on your group’s objectives.

THE FISHING

Live bait and trolling inshore to nearshore

Trips employ live-bait techniques and trolling, working productive inshore and nearby offshore waters to about three miles from shore to find biteable fish.

What the day feels like

What the five hours feel like

You spend the charter focused on fishing — the captain tailors the plan to your goals and the conditions, moving between inshore marks and nearby offshore water out to roughly three miles and working with live bait and trolling tactics across the five-hour window.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who fits this charter — and who doesn’t.

1
Small groupsIdeal for groups up to six passengers — the trip is sold as a private charter sized and priced for small parties.
2
FamiliesSuitable for family groups that fit within the six-passenger limit, offering a private experience for shared time on the water.
3
Pairs of anglers or triosWell matched to two- to three-person parties looking for a focused five-hour outing with room for hands-on fishing.
4
Large partiesNot a match for large groups — the charter is limited to a maximum of six passengers.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Expect a live-bait fishing and trolling program; pack typical day-boat essentials (sun protection, a hat, layered clothing) for a five-hour outing.

Cost & Capacity

Private charter rate: $850; up to six passengers; trip length is five hours.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the charter?

The outing is a five-hour private charter.

What is the price?

The private charter rate is $850.

How many people can join?

The charter carries up to six passengers.

What fishing methods are used?

The trip employs live-bait fishing and trolling.

How far offshore do you go?

Fishing occurs inshore and offshore to about three miles.

Who runs the charter?

Tallboy Fishing Charters is operated by Capt. Richard Pollitzer (aka “Rico”), a Beaufort County native with more than 25 years in the charter business.