First Light Sportfishing 

5.0/5 (154 reviews)
 Sesuit Neck Road, East Dennis, MA 02641, United States

First Light Sportfishing 

East Dennis, MA, United States
37 ft
6
5.0/5 (154 reviews)

First Light Sportfishing offers a range of trips out of out of East Dennis, MA. Fish Cape Cod Bay and beyond for anything from Bluefish and Stripers to Bluefin and Sharks. Captain Jeff Perry offers fun, kid-friendly days out as well as some of the toughest sportfishing you can find. He guarantees a great experience for everyone, from complete beginners to seasoned experts.

The 'First Light' is a 37' custom-built Duffy downeaster powered by a safe, dependable 500 HP Yanmar diesel. She has state-of-the-art electronics and a full array of safety gear to make your trip productive and worry-free. The First Light is very well kept with a clean private head (toilet) and a comfortable couch if you want to get out of the elements. If your party is greater than 6 and you would like an additional boat we have you covered. The Rising Sun is a part of our fleet.

Centrally located in Cape Cod Bay, you'll be close to the best fishing grounds around. This means more time fishing and less time riding. Inshore trips will have your lines in the water just 20 minutes after leaving the dock. Even deep sea charters don't usually go more than 25 miles out.

When fishing inshore, your primary target species will be Striped Bass and Bluefish. Head out on a full-day trip and you will either be chasing Bluefin Tuna or wrestling with monster Sharks. Makos, Threshers, Blues, and Porbeagles all hit incredible sizes in these legendary waters.

Capt. Jeff has been running charters on Cape Cod for over 35 years. He's fished from Maine to Mexico, giving him the skills to adapt to any situation onboard. On top of this, he's an EMT firefighter, so you can be sure that safety is a priority onboard.

An experienced captain with a well-maintained boat, heading into some of the best fishing grounds on the East Coast – this is the recipe for a very special trip. All the equipment is rigged and ready, so jump aboard and go catch some fish!

First Light Sportfishing offers a range of trips out of out of East Dennis, MA. Fish Cape Cod Bay and beyond for anything from Bluefish and Stripers to Bluefin and Sharks. Captain Jeff Perry offers fun, kid-friendly days out as well as some of the toughest sportfishing you can find. He guarantees a great experience for everyone, from complete beginners to seasoned experts.

The 'First Light' is a 37' custom-built Duffy downeaster powered by a safe, dependable 500 HP Yanmar diesel. She has state-of-the-art electronics and a full array of safety gear to make your trip productive and worry-free. The First Light is very well kept with a clean private head (toilet) and a comfortable couch if you want to get out of the elements. If your party is greater than 6 and you would like an additional boat we have you covered. The Rising Sun is a part of our fleet.

Centrally located in Cape Cod Bay, you'll be close to the best fishing grounds around. This means more time fishing and less time riding. Inshore trips will have your lines in the water just 20 minutes after leaving the dock. Even deep sea charters don't usually go more than 25 miles out.

When fishing inshore, your primary target species will be Striped Bass and Bluefish. Head out on a full-day trip and you will either be chasing Bluefin Tuna or wrestling with monster Sharks. Makos, Threshers, Blues, and Porbeagles all hit incredible sizes in these legendary waters.

Capt. Jeff has been running charters on Cape Cod for over 35 years. He's fished from Maine to Mexico, giving him the skills to adapt to any situation onboard. On top of this, he's an EMT firefighter, so you can be sure that safety is a priority onboard.

An experienced captain with a well-maintained boat, heading into some of the best fishing grounds on the East Coast – this is the recipe for a very special trip. All the equipment is rigged and ready, so jump aboard and go catch some fish!

Jeff Perry
Captain
Jeff Perry

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Stripers & Blues
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FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 15
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 15
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 15
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 15
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip - Sharks
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 15
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip - Tuna
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 15
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

5.0
154 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (110)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

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Jeremy Olszewski
Jeremy Olszewski
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Massachusetts, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
New
Great trip, beautiful day
4 Hour Trip – Stripers & Blues - 12:00 PM on July 27, 20263 adults3 children

Great job by Captain Jeff and first mate Rocco. We had a good start, then a lull but Jeff knew where to look and be and we started hitting left and right. Great day!

Stuart Reid
Stuart Reid
Repeat angler
us
Los Angeles, CA, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Great Day on the cape
4 Hour Trip – Stripers & Blues - 12:00 PM on July 11, 20266 adults

Crew was great. Caught a ton of fish.

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Timothy Whelan
Timothy Whelan
Repeat angler
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Huge striper day!
4 Hour Trip – Stripers & Blues on July 2, 20265 adults

Caught 7 stripers, 6 of which too big to keep and 3 of thise over 40”. Our third incredible trip with Captain Jeff and First Light. Awesome boat and awesome captain!!

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Kristie Jewitt
Kristie Jewitt
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
Great experience
4 Hour Trip – Stripers & Blues on June 14, 20264 adults1 child

We had a wonderful time with Jason and Mason- both kind, thoughtful and great at their craft- we caught 8 fish, kept 4 which left us feeling very successful. Our three teens had a blast and asked if we can do it again next year. Thank you Jason and Mason for your expertise and enthusiasm!

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Gary Marks
Gary Marks
us
California, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Outing
4 Hour Trip – Stripers & Blues - 12:00 PM on October 11, 20252 adults

Captain Jeff and First Mate Jason couldn't have been better. It was the end of the season, so catching fish wasn't a given, and they managed to find where they were and guide to a bounty. They're super helpful and relaxed and I will book them again in a heartbeat.

FAQs about First Light Sportfishing

First Light Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Stripers & Blues (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Stripers & Blues - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 5 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues (5 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 6 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - 8 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues (8 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - 12 Hour Trip - Sharks (12 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - 12 Hour Trip - Tuna (12 hours)
When you book a trip with First Light Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live bait well
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Radar
Trips booked with First Light Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (If available)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate (Customary gratuity 15-20%)
  • Fishing license
  • Fly fishing equipment (For Bass and Blues with prior notice)
First Light Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
First Light Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing (For Bass and Blues with prior notice)
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with First Light Sportfishing include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blue)
  • Shark (Mako)
  • Shark (Porbeagle)
  • Shark (Thresher)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)

Your captain

Jeff Perry
Jeff Perry
Jeff Perry

East Dennis, Massachusetts, United States

173 Customer reviews
Typical response within 7 hours
Member since July 2018

Captain Jeff Perry started fishing at the age of 12 and has been on the water ever since. He has 36 years of fishing experience and 30 years as a captain. Capt, Jeff started fishing in high school, slowly fell in love with the sport, got a job as a mate, and never stopped pursuing his passion. He's proud to have placed in and won many local tournaments and to have caught giant Bluefin Tuna weighing over 1000 lbs in the past. Capt. Jeff has fished from Canada to Florida and down into the Mexican Caribbean. He's also an EMT Fireman so safety is always a priority onboard.

173 Customer reviews
Typical response within 7 hours
Member since July 2018

Captain Jeff Perry started fishing at the age of 12 and has been on the water ever since. He has 36 years of fishing experience and 30 years as a captain. Capt, Jeff started fishing in high school, slowly fell in love with the sport, got a job as a mate, and never stopped pursuing his passion. He's proud to have placed in and won many local tournaments and to have caught giant Bluefin Tuna weighing over 1000 lbs in the past. Capt. Jeff has fished from Canada to Florida and down into the Mexican Caribbean. He's also an EMT Fireman so safety is always a priority onboard.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Blue Shark
Blue Shark
Mako Shark
Mako Shark
Porbeagle Shark
Porbeagle Shark
Thresher Shark
Thresher Shark
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Blue Shark
Blue Shark
Mako Shark
Mako Shark

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
37 ft
Year built
2011
Boat manufacturer
Duffy
Boat type
Downeast
Engine model
Yanmar
Powered by
1 x 500HP
Max cruising speed
26 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
For Bass and Blues with prior notice
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live bait well
Refrigerator
Outriggers
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
If available
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
Customary gratuity 15-20%
Fishing license
Fly fishing equipment
For Bass and Blues with prior notice

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Fish over 73" are property of the vessel per NMFS
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

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