If you’re searching for the ultimate sportfishing adventure in Connecticut, Hudson Fishing Charters is your go-to destination. Let Captain Mike Secchia, a local legend with over 30 years of experience, guide you to an unforgettable day on the water. With extensive expertise in fishing the Hudson River, Long Island Sound, and deep-sea canyons, and everything in between, Captain Mike ensures an exceptional fishing experience.

Step aboard the Bimini Twist, a 40-foot Jersey Sportfish, fully equipped with cutting-edge electronics, top-quality fishing tackle, and comprehensive safety gear. The boat features everything needed for a variety of fishing techniques, a spacious deck for fighting big game fish, and an air-conditioned cabin for maximum comfort.

The Bimini Twist comfortably accommodates up to 6 guests per trip, offering ample seating, shaded areas, and modern amenities in the air-conditioned interior. Families and anglers of all ages are welcome, with a request for parents to bring life jackets for their children.

Explore the rich fishing grounds of Long Island Sound, Block Island Sound and the North Atlantic Canyons, targeting a wide range of species including Tuna, Mahi-Mahi, Marlin, Black Fish, Striped Bass, Fluke and Bluefish. For those seeking a thrilling challenge, Captain Mike also offers special trips focused on big game fishing.

Hudson Fishing Charters provides everything you need for a successful trip: premium rods and reels, live bait, lures, and your fishing license. After a rewarding day on the water, the crew will clean your catch so you can take it home and savor a fresh, delicious meal.

Just bring your sunscreen, comfortable clothing, snacks, drinks, a camera, and a cooler with ice for your catch. Prepare for an incredible adventure and book your next fishing trip with Hudson Fishing Charters in Stamford, CT!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM)
    Just booked! Last booked: 9 hours ago
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Nov 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $750
    Get ready for an exciting fishing adventure in the Long Island Sound with Hudson Fishing Charters! Under the expert guidance of Captain Mike. Your trip includes top-quality rods, reels, tackle, and fishing licenses. Enjoy the comfort of our 40-foot air-conditioned Jerset Sportfish, Bimini Twist, with its spacious deck and modern amenities. Bring your own food and drinks, pack sunscreen and comfortable clothing, and arrive 15 minutes before departure. NOTE: $100 Fuel surcharge will be applied.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Flounder Gigging
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Tautog
    Tautog
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Nov 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $850
    Get ready for an exciting fishing adventure in the Long Island Sound with Hudson Fishing Charters! Under the expert guidance of Captain Mike. Your trip includes top-quality rods, reels, tackle, and fishing licenses. Enjoy the comfort of our 40-foot air-conditioned Jerset Sportfish, Bimini Twist, with its spacious deck and modern amenities. Bring your own food and drinks, pack sunscreen and comfortable clothing, and arrive 15 minutes before departure. NOTE: $100 Fuel surcharge will be applied.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Flounder Gigging
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Tautog
    Tautog
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Nov 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $850
    Get ready for an exciting fishing adventure in the Long Island Sound with Hudson Fishing Charters! Under the expert guidance of Captain Mike. Your trip includes top-quality rods, reels, tackle, and fishing licenses. Enjoy the comfort of our 40-foot air-conditioned Jerset Sportfish, Bimini Twist, with its spacious deck and modern amenities. Bring your own food and drinks, pack sunscreen and comfortable clothing, and arrive 15 minutes before departure. NOTE: $100 Fuel surcharge will be applied.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Flounder Gigging
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Tautog
    Tautog
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Inshore Night
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Nov 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,000
    Get ready for an exciting fishing adventure in the Long Island Sound with Hudson Fishing Charters! Under the expert guidance of Captain Mike. Your trip includes top-quality rods, reels, tackle, and fishing licenses. Enjoy the comfort of our 40-foot air-conditioned Jerset Sportfish, Bimini Twist, with its spacious deck and modern amenities. Bring your own food and drinks, pack sunscreen and comfortable clothing, and arrive 15 minutes before departure. NOTE: $100 Fuel surcharge will be applied.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Flounder Gigging
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Tautog
    Tautog
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Inshore
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Nov 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,250
    Get ready for an exciting fishing adventure in the Long Island Sound with Hudson Fishing Charters! Under the expert guidance of Captain Mike. Your trip includes top-quality rods, reels, tackle, and fishing licenses. Enjoy the comfort of our 40-foot air-conditioned Jerset Sportfish, Bimini Twist, with its spacious deck and modern amenities. Bring your own food and drinks, pack sunscreen and comfortable clothing, and arrive 15 minutes before departure. NOTE: $100 Fuel surcharge will be applied.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Flounder Gigging
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Tautog
    Tautog
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Customer reviews

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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
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Experience
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Jared O.
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5.0 / 5
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Awesome family experience

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on August 14, 2024
Captain Mike was excellent from the get go. He was responsive and communicative before the trip, gave instructions for parking...
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Michael S.
Excellent
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Great trip with the kids

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on August 26, 2024
Capt Mike and Kyle took us out for five hours. We caught Porgies, Sea Bass, Fluke and Sea Robins today and had a couple of...
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Paloma S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Time

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on August 17, 2024
We decided to take our parents fishing this weekend. Although the weather was a bit windy and cloudy, we were safe throughout...
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Carlos D.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on September 1, 2024
Captain Mike took 5 friends and I out for a great trip.  Everyone got hooked up early on and we got one of our friends his...
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Heather H.
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5.0 / 5
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Great family fishing

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on August 31, 2024
We had such a fun family fishing trip, everyone caught lots of fish. Highly recommend.
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FAQs about Hudson Fishing Charters

Hudson Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore Night (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Inshore (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Hudson Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Hudson Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Hudson Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Hudson Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Spearfishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Hudson Fishing Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blue)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Mako)
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Meet the Captain

Michael Secchia
Stamford, Connecticut, United States
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
7 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2021
Captain Mike, the heart and soul of Hudson Fishing Charters, is a local legend with over 30 years of fishing experience. His extensive knowledge of the Hudson River, Long Island Sound, and deep-sea canyons, combined with his uncanny ability to find fish, has earned him a stellar reputation among anglers. Captain Mike's passion for fishing is matched only by his dedication to providing an exceptional experience for every guest. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a novice, Captain Mike's expertise, friendly demeanor, and captivating stories will ensure your fishing adventure is both memorable and successful.
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About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Bluefish Bluefish
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
40 ft
Year built
1985
Boat manufacturer
Jersey Sportfish
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Yanmar
Powered by
1 x 400HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Kite Fishing
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Great for kids
You Keep Catch
When legal
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
PayPal

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Recent fishing reports

Awsome fishing The Fall Run begins Tao T
Awsome fishing The Fall Run begins Tao T
September 7, 2024
Steady action bottom fishing with Fluke Sea Bass Blue fish Striped bass
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Easterly Blow = Fluke
Easterly Blow = Fluke
August 19, 2024
The fishing has been fantastic lately, with anglers enjoying a steady catch of Porgies, Blues, and Seabass. The action has been consistent, providing plenty of excitement and full coolers. With the east winds blowing over the past few days, conditions are setting up perfectly for Fluke to start making an appearance in the coming days. It’s a great time to get out on the water and take advantage of the variety of species available. Tight lines, and good luck! Captain Mike
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