Encore Water Ways Inc 

5.0
(7 reviews)
 56 Hazel Court, New York City, NY 11229, United States–

Encore Water Ways Inc 

New York City, NY, United States
–
43 ft
6
5.0
(7 reviews)

Spend the day with Encore Water Ways Inc and get hooked on fishing in New York City! Your guide for the day is Captain Max, bringing aboard years of professional experience.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Bluefish, Cobia, Cod, Common Ling, Flounder, Atlantic Mackerel, Albacore Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Tautog, Striped Bass, Porgy, and plenty more. On the day of your trip, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids 5 years old and up are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. It's never a bad idea to bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation. Avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Your trip begins aboard a custom 43' Viking Express cruiser with room for 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, and you'll be catching it yourself. Fuel is a separate charge on offshore trips.

A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work. Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip!

Now, come aboard with Encore Water Ways Inc and get hooked!

Spend the day with Encore Water Ways Inc and get hooked on fishing in New York City! Your guide for the day is Captain Max, bringing aboard years of professional experience.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Bluefish, Cobia, Cod, Common Ling, Flounder, Atlantic Mackerel, Albacore Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Tautog, Striped Bass, Porgy, and plenty more. On the day of your trip, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids 5 years old and up are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. It's never a bad idea to bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation. Avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Your trip begins aboard a custom 43' Viking Express cruiser with room for 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, and you'll be catching it yourself. Fuel is a separate charge on offshore trips.

A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work. Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip!

Now, come aboard with Encore Water Ways Inc and get hooked!

Encore Water Ways Inc
Charter Operator
Encore Water Ways Inc
29 years of experience
ID & credentials verified

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Mar 31
Seabass (Black)
Bass (Striped)
Cod
Flounder
+4
US $1,199
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
7 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (19)

Reviews (7)

  • David Chaduneli David Chaduneli
    David Chaduneli David Chaduneli
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Adventure!

    Half Day Trip on August 30, 2025 • 6 adults

    We booked the boat for last Saturday with 6 of us, the Captain and the Mate. The weather was gorgeous. We had no problem finding the address and/or the boat. Captain Max was very friendly and helpful with good fishing tips and ideas to make the trip more enjoyable. Tommy, the Mate was also incredible, very helpful and knowledgeable all day. Thanks, guys, for making this experience with our family so enjoyable. We definitely recommend this trip and Captain Max for anyone looking to enjoys this fun activity.

  • Albert Khodzhayev
    Albert Khodzhayev
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing experience! Captain Max was the best

    Half Day Trip on October 19, 2024 • 6 adults

    Booked a half day trip for my Grandpa as a birthday gift and we all had a blast. Captain Max and Kevin were very helpful and didn’t stop searching until we found good fishing spots where we pulled some great catches. Highly recommend to anyone trying to experience some great fishing near NYC.

  • Christina Hulsey
    Christina Hulsey
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    1/2 Day Trip

    Half Day Trip on July 19, 2023 • 4 adults

    Great experience! Fishing yacht was very clean & nice! The guys were very accommodating!! We went to several spots and were able to catch a variety of fish!

  • Teemu  Tunkelo
    Teemu Tunkelo
    Repeat angler
    ch
    Switzerland
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Sunnuntaina relaxing day at see

    Half Day Trip on July 16, 2023 • 1 adult

    Great experience. Helpful team, boat big enough (I think 42 feet). Weather was perfect and we got 10+ seabass and two flukes. Definitely worth experiencing.

  • Joshua Hollander
    Joshua Hollander
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Greatest trip

    Half Day Trip on August 14, 2023 • 6 adults

    Captain max was the best, we will definitely be using him again everything was great

  • Michael Burns
    Michael Burns
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2024
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    May fishing trip

    Half Day Trip on May 11, 2024 • 6 adults
  • Michael Lettieri
    Michael Lettieri
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    June fishing trip

    Half Day Trip on June 19, 2023 • 3 adults

FAQs about Encore Water Ways Inc

Encore Water Ways Inc offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $1,199 per group - Half Day Trip (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Encore Water Ways Inc, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Spearfishing equipment
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Encore Water Ways Inc include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (You can use your own)
  • Live bait (Live bait must be catched)
  • Lures (Only lures for trolling are included)
  • First mate
  • Fishing license (Covered by the charter )
Encore Water Ways Inc offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
Encore Water Ways Inc offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Encore Water Ways Inc include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cobia
  • Cod
  • Flounder
  • Hake (Red)
  • Mackerel (Atlantic)
  • Scup (Porgy)
  • Tautog
  • Tuna (Albacore)
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)

Your operator

Encore Water Ways Inc
Encore Water Ways Inc
New York City, New York, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
7 Customer reviews
Typical response within 18 hours
Member since April 2023
Our team welcomes you aboard for an awesome day in NY. Every trip is tailored to what you want to do, with a wide range of fishing techniques and habitats to choose from and an experienced captain to put you on them all. Never fished before? Awesome, we love teaching people what we know about fishing! It's our passion, and we're always happy to share it. No pressure, no judgment, just fun and the excitement of learning something new. You'll be spending the day aboard a 43' custom Viking, capable of cruising at 20 knots and carrying 6 guests out in search of fun, fishing, and great times! She has a live well to keep your bait fresh, a full range of marine electronics to navigate the best fishing areas, and quality tackle to bring offers specialized fishing for Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Ling, Cod, Porgy, Seabass, Stripped Bass, Blackfish, Fluke and more in the NY and NJ waters.
Encore Water Ways Inc
Encore Water Ways Inc
Fully verified
1
reports
7
reviews
2023
member since
~18h
response
Our team welcomes you aboard for an awesome day in NY. Every trip is tailored to what you want to do, with a wide range of fishing techniques and habitats to choose from and an experienced captain to put you on them all. Never fished before? Awesome, we love teaching people what we know about fishing! It's our passion, and we're always happy to share it. No pressure, no judgment, just fun and the excitement of learning something new. You'll be spending the day aboard a 43' custom Viking, capable of cruising at 20 knots and carrying 6 guests out in search of fun, fishing, and great times! She has a live well to keep your bait fresh, a full range of marine electronics to navigate the best fishing areas, and quality tackle to bring offers specialized fishing for Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Ling, Cod, Porgy, Seabass, Stripped Bass, Blackfish, Fluke and more in the NY and NJ waters.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Cod
Cod
Flounder
Flounder
Red Hake
Red Hake
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel
Scup (Porgy)
Scup (Porgy)
Tautog
Tautog
Albacore Tuna
Albacore Tuna
Bigeye Tuna
Bigeye Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Cod
Cod
Flounder
Flounder

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly displaying a Flounder while fishing on a charter boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Flounder
    David C.
    David C.
    We booked the boat for last Saturday with 6 of us, the Captain and the Mate. The weather was gorgeous. We had no problem finding the address and/or the boat. Captain Max was very friendly and helpful with good fishing tips and ideas to make the trip more enjoyable. Tommy, the Mate was also incredible, very helpful and knowledgeable all day. Thanks, guys, for making this experience with our family so enjoyable. We definitely recommend this trip and Captain Max for anyone looking to enjoys this fun activity.
  • A cheerful group of anglers posing by the 'Four Seasons' boat at the marina, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
    Albert K.
    Albert K.
    Booked a half day trip for my Grandpa as a birthday gift and we all had a blast. Captain Max and Kevin were very helpful and didn’t stop searching until we found good fishing spots where we pulled some great catches. Highly recommend to anyone trying to experience some great fishing near NYC.
  • Group of anglers fishing from the bow of a boat in calm coastal waters, with one angler actively holding a rod.
    Joshua H.
    Joshua H.
    Captain max was the best, we will definitely be using him again everything was great
  • Angler displaying a freshly caught black sea bass aboard a center-console fishing boat, with the captain assisting near the helm.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Seabass
    Christina H.
    Christina H.
    Great experience! Fishing yacht was very clean & nice! The guys were very accommodating!! We went to several spots and were able to catch a variety of fish!
  • Two anglers engaged in fishing on a boat, with one reeling in a catch while the other observes the water, showcasing a vibrant day on the ocean.
    Teemu  .
    Teemu .
    Great experience. Helpful team, boat big enough (I think 42 feet). Weather was perfect and we got 10+ seabass and two flukes. Definitely worth experiencing.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
43 ft
Year built
1995
Restored in
2021
Boat manufacturer
Viking
Boat type
Cruiser
Engine model
Volvo
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Spearfishing equipment
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
You can use your own
Live bait
Live bait must be catched
Lures
Only lures for trolling are included
First mate
Fishing license
Covered by the charter

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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
5 years and older only
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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
 PayPal
 Bank transfer

What’s biting in New York City right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
CodCod
FlounderFlounder
Scup (Porgy)Scup (Porgy)
TautogTautog
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)

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