Special J Charters 

5.0/5 (5 reviews)
 Spring Point Drive, South Portland, ME 04106, United States

Special J Charters 

5.0/5 (5 reviews)
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Spring Point Drive
South Portland, ME, United States
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If you’re itching to get your trophy fish, you’re probably looking for a Bluefin Tuna. Special J Charters understands that completely and will take you fishing for that most prestigious pelagic predator, allowing you to finally tick that off your bucket list!

You’ll fish from an impressive 36’ Downeast, custom-built by Jim Beal Crowley. She’s powered by a monster 450 HP Cummins engine, allowing you to speed across the water to the fishing grounds. She can hold up to 2 anglers in proper comfort, so bring your best fishing friend on this offshore adventure. The boat is properly outfitted for a serious multi-day fishing trip, there are bunk beds, a microwave, a grill, and a full-head toilet.

Captain John Shusta will be your guide on this reel-screaming adventure. This charter is all about the Bluefin Tuna, there are no other main targets (though you may run into a variety of species on your way). The boat crew keeps the catch – customers get a 10% cut from the sale of the fish, as well as the privilege to get to keep the tail as a trophy. You will fish with live bait only, for which a live well is available on board.

Children are not allowed on this trip for safety concerns. Customers can find free parking near the marina. Clients are advised to bring rain gear, adequate clothing, polarized sunglasses, and a waterproof camera to take pictures of their epic catch!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 5 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (11)

Special J Fishing Charter Will land you fish
Special J Fishing Charter Will land you fish
Special J Fishing Charter Will land you fish
+8

Angler rating

4
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

80%

Caught fish

100%

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Christian T.
Christian T.

Danville, Kentucky

5.0/5

Jul 12, 2017

2 Day Trip – Marathon Tuna

Special J Fishing Charter Will land you fish

Captain John has always put me on the fish. I taken charters with him for over 14 years and he has always put us on the fish. He has a strong knowledge of the water and were to find the fish. One of the biggest things I like with John is he is always looking out for everyone's safety and of course putting us on the fish.

Captain John has always put me on the fish. I taken charters with him for over 14 years and he has always put us on the fish....  

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Michael W.
Michael W.

Watertown, Massachusetts

5.0/5

Oct 1, 2017

2 Day Trip – Marathon Tuna

Marathon Tuna Fishing Trips!!!

This trip is the real thing! Captain John is a great captain and made my trip very pleasurable. He also put me on the biggest fish of my life! Can't wait to get back on his boat again.

This trip is the real thing! Captain John is a great captain and made my trip very pleasurable. He also put me on the biggest...  

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Replied on April 26, 2018
Mike thanks for being an ace on the rod here is a short clip of towing your fish and we will see you this year again Tight lines

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Warwick, Massachusetts

5.0/5

Aug 26, 2017

2 Day Trip – Marathon Tuna

2 day trip

first light hooked up on a monster blue fin 5 hour fight

first light hooked up on a monster blue fin 5 hour fight  

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Salem, New Hampshire

5.0/5

Sep 3, 2016

2 Day Trip – Marathon Tuna

September fishing trip

 

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John R.
John R.

Jul 3, 2021

The captain canceled

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The charter operator canceled 44 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

 

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Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
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September 2025
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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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2 Day Trip – Marathon Tuna
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
2 Day Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Overnight stay, liveaboard
Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Oct 31
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 2 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 5 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (11)

Special J Fishing Charter Will land you fish
Special J Fishing Charter Will land you fish
Special J Fishing Charter Will land you fish
+8

Angler rating

4
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

80%

Caught fish

100%

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Christian T.
Christian T.

Danville, Kentucky

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Special J Fishing Charter Will land you fish

2 Day Trip – Marathon Tuna on July 12, 2017

Captain John has always put me on the fish. I taken charters with him for over 14 years and he has always put us on the fish. He has a strong knowledge of the water and were to find the fish. One of the biggest things I like with John is he is always looking out for everyone's safety and of course putting us on the fish.

Captain John has always put me on the fish. I taken charters with him for over 14 years and he has always put us on the fish. He has a strong knowledge of the water and were to find the fish. One of the biggest things I like with John is he is always looking out for everyone's safety and of course putting us on the fish.  

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4 persons find this review helpful

Michael W.
Michael W.

Watertown, Massachusetts

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Marathon Tuna Fishing Trips!!!

2 Day Trip – Marathon Tuna on October 1, 2017

This trip is the real thing! Captain John is a great captain and made my trip very pleasurable. He also put me on the biggest fish of my life! Can't wait to get back on his boat again.

This trip is the real thing! Captain John is a great captain and made my trip very pleasurable. He also put me on the biggest fish of my life! Can't wait to get back on his boat again.  

 Michael W. recommends Special J Charters

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4 persons find this review helpful
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Replied on April 26, 2018
Mike thanks for being an ace on the rod here is a short clip of towing your fish and we will see you this year again Tight lines

FishingBooker Member
FishingBooker Member

Warwick, Massachusetts

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

2 day trip

2 Day Trip – Marathon Tuna on August 26, 2017

first light hooked up on a monster blue fin 5 hour fight

first light hooked up on a monster blue fin 5 hour fight  

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2 persons find this review helpful

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Salem, New Hampshire

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

September fishing trip

2 Day Trip – Marathon Tuna on September 3, 2016

 

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John R.
John R.

The captain canceled

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Trip was supposed to happen on July 3, 2021

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FAQs about Special J Charters

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
2003
Boat manufacturer
Jim Beal Crowley
Boat type
Downeast

Engine model
Cummins 450C
Powered by
1 x 450HP
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