Eastern Ambitions Saltwater Guides 

5.0/5 (41 reviews)
 Merrimac Street 346, Newburyport, MA 01950, United States

Eastern Ambitions Saltwater Guides 

5.0/5 (41 reviews)
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Merrimac Street 346
Newburyport, MA, United States
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Eastern Ambitions is a saltwater guide service that charters out of the Northeast Atlantic, specifically the Merrimack River and all adjacent ocean areas.

Striped Bass, Bluefish, Cod, Atlantic Mackerel, Haddock, and more, could be biting depending on the time of the year. Fish caught during the trip are yours to take home, so long as they’re within the legal limit. The crew can even clean your catch for you. Have a cooler ready in the car!

Eastern Ambitions is dedicated to providing clients with a personal and memorable fishing experience. The boats are judgment-free zones. We accept all groups of people and accommodate persons with limitations or disabilities.

You’ll be fishing aboard a 22’ Sea Hunt with a capacity for 5 guests. Rods, reels, and tackle will be waiting for you on board. The boat is equipped with a toilet. Children are welcome, so feel free to make it a family adventure. The captain will provide snacks and drinks, but feel free to bring your own.

Your captain will not only take you out on a fishing trip, but they also enjoy explaining the various histories of the local area to all guests. The captain also focuses heavily on enlightening clients about the issues that exist within the local fishery, as well as the various fishing methods utilized and the reasons for specific regulations regarding fish species.

Understanding the "why" while fishing is as important as the "what" from their perspective. Eastern Ambitions Saltwater Guides forward to fishing with you now, next year, and years down the road.

Book your trip and hit the water with Eastern Ambitions Saltwater Guides!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 41 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (55)

Wonderful experience!
Wonderful experience!
Wonderful experience!
+52

Angler rating

40
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0
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

97%

Showing 1 - 5 of 41 reviews
Showing: 5 of 41 reviews
Shaun T.
Shaun T.
5.0/5

Aug 19, 2025

KIDS JIG SPECIAL- 4 Hours (AM)

Wonderful experience!

VERIFIED

My family of four, including my 10 and 8-year-old daughters, had an absolutely fantastic time on our private fishing charter with Captain Pat. From the moment we stepped on board, he was incredibly welcoming and friendly. He’s not only a highly knowledgeable and skilled fisherman, but he was also amazing with the girls. He patiently taught them how to cast, let them handle the fish, and made the whole experience so much fun and engaging for them. We caught some great fish, and Captain Pat made sure every member of the family felt included and successful. Captain Pat also provided recommendations for cooking the fish we caught, again a huge success! We couldn’t recommend him highly enough and are already looking forward to our next trip!

My family of four, including my 10 and 8-year-old daughters, had an absolutely fantastic time on our private fishing charter with...  

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Replied on August 20, 2025
It is always our pleasure. It helps having such wonderful clients. We look forward to any chances we get to take you all out in the future

Seamus O.
Seamus O.
5.0/5

Jul 19, 2025

KIDS JIG SPECIAL- 4 Hours (AM)

Great day out

VERIFIED

The crew were there prepared and waiting for us, we set off early and they took the time to understand not only our experience but what we wanted to get out of the trip before we even left the bay. They tailored the entire trip accordingly and worked very well together as a team to make it an awesome trip . My sons first experience oven fishing and he said it was best day fishing he ever had and he has years of experience catch large mouth bass. The guys are experts in their field using both their knowledge of the area and trends to get us fishing early and constant. Anyone want to go fishing in Newburyport area, you won’t find a better crew to bring you out.

The crew were there prepared and waiting for us, we set off early and they took the time to understand not only our experience...  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 20, 2025
This is a wonderful thing to hear. It really does make a difference to us and it helps us continue doing what we love and can share. Thank you for an amazing day. You guys are welcome with us anytime.

Patrick B.
Patrick B.
5.0/5

Jun 14, 2025

STRIPED BASS - 5 Hours (PM)

Birds working and fish poppin.

VERIFIED

My dad and I had a great day out with Capt. Pat. All the rigging and boat are in excellent shape. Multiple baits (some live) were supplied for different situations. We had a good day fishing because of this.

My dad and I had a great day out with Capt. Pat. All the rigging and boat are in excellent shape. Multiple baits (some live) were...  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 20, 2025
Thank you Pat. From one Pat to another, you guys are true gentlemen and absolute fishermen to the core. You are welcome with us anytime. Had a great day with you!

Samuel C.
Samuel C.
5.0/5

Jun 13, 2025

STRIPERS @ NIGHT - 6 Hour (Eels)

Best Striper fishing ever!

VERIFIED

We had a crew of 4, and we all caught our personal best. The boat was perfect, and our captain was a true professional. He had our lines tight on fish all night long! Highly recommended charter!

We had a crew of 4, and we all caught our personal best. The boat was perfect, and our captain was a true professional. He had...  

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Replied on June 20, 2025
Well if this review doesn’t just make us blush. It helps when we have such an energetic and invested group of individuals. The boys are welcome with us…. Anytime. Tight lines to our Maine kin

Chad K.
Chad K.
5.0/5

Jun 17, 2025

STRIPED BASS - 5 hours (AM)

100% awesome

VERIFIED

Everything about this trip was amazing! Captain was great! Caught a 48” stripper, biggest one I ever saw.

Everything about this trip was amazing! Captain was great! Caught a 48” stripper, biggest one I ever saw.  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 20, 2025
This was such a fun trip. This family are absolute troopers. It was my pleasure and a return/continuation trip is a must in the (near) future. Tight lines to our Pennsylvania family 🤙

Trip availability and prices

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KIDS JIG SPECIAL- 4 Hours (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
KIDS JIG SPECIAL- 4 Hours (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
STRIPED BASS - 5 hours (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
STRIPED BASS - 5 Hours (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
FLY FISHING (AM) - 6 Hour trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
STRIPED BASS - 8 Hours (AM depart)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $950 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
SHARKS - 8 Hours (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
STRIPERS @ NIGHT - 6 Hour (Eels)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
GROUNDFISH - 8 Hour (AM, For Meat!)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
SHARK/GROUNDFISH COMBO - 8 Hours
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,400 
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 41 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (55)

Wonderful experience!
Wonderful experience!
Wonderful experience!
+52

Angler rating

40
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

97%

Showing 1 - 5 of 41 reviews
Showing: 5 of 41 reviews
Shaun T.
Shaun T.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Wonderful experience!

VERIFIED

KIDS JIG SPECIAL- 4 Hours (AM) on August 19, 2025

My family of four, including my 10 and 8-year-old daughters, had an absolutely fantastic time on our private fishing charter with Captain Pat. From the moment we stepped on board, he was incredibly welcoming and friendly. He’s not only a highly knowledgeable and skilled fisherman, but he was also amazing with the girls. He patiently taught them how to cast, let them handle the fish, and made the whole experience so much fun and engaging for them. We caught some great fish, and Captain Pat made sure every member of the family felt included and successful. Captain Pat also provided recommendations for cooking the fish we caught, again a huge success! We couldn’t recommend him highly enough and are already looking forward to our next trip!

My family of four, including my 10 and 8-year-old daughters, had an absolutely fantastic time on our private fishing charter with Captain Pat. From the moment we stepped on board, he was incredibly welcoming and friendly. He’s not only a highly knowledgeable and skilled fisherman, but he was also amazing with the girls. He patiently taught them how to cast, let them handle the fish, and made the whole experience so much fun and engaging for them. We caught some great fish, and Captain Pat made...  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 20, 2025
It is always our pleasure. It helps having such wonderful clients. We look forward to any chances we get to take you all out in the future

Seamus O.
Seamus O.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day out

VERIFIED

KIDS JIG SPECIAL- 4 Hours (AM) on July 19, 2025

The crew were there prepared and waiting for us, we set off early and they took the time to understand not only our experience but what we wanted to get out of the trip before we even left the bay. They tailored the entire trip accordingly and worked very well together as a team to make it an awesome trip . My sons first experience oven fishing and he said it was best day fishing he ever had and he has years of experience catch large mouth bass. The guys are experts in their field using both their knowledge of the area and trends to get us fishing early and constant. Anyone want to go fishing in Newburyport area, you won’t find a better crew to bring you out.

The crew were there prepared and waiting for us, we set off early and they took the time to understand not only our experience but what we wanted to get out of the trip before we even left the bay. They tailored the entire trip accordingly and worked very well together as a team to make it an awesome trip . My sons first experience oven fishing and he said it was best day fishing he ever had and he has years of experience catch large mouth bass. The guys are experts in their field using both...  

 Seamus O. recommends Eastern Ambitions Saltwater Guides

Mark review as helpful

undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 20, 2025
This is a wonderful thing to hear. It really does make a difference to us and it helps us continue doing what we love and can share. Thank you for an amazing day. You guys are welcome with us anytime.

Patrick B.
Patrick B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Birds working and fish poppin.

VERIFIED

STRIPED BASS - 5 Hours (PM) on June 14, 2025

My dad and I had a great day out with Capt. Pat. All the rigging and boat are in excellent shape. Multiple baits (some live) were supplied for different situations. We had a good day fishing because of this.

My dad and I had a great day out with Capt. Pat. All the rigging and boat are in excellent shape. Multiple baits (some live) were supplied for different situations. We had a good day fishing because of this.  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 20, 2025
Thank you Pat. From one Pat to another, you guys are true gentlemen and absolute fishermen to the core. You are welcome with us anytime. Had a great day with you!

Samuel C.
Samuel C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Best Striper fishing ever!

VERIFIED

STRIPERS @ NIGHT - 6 Hour (Eels) on June 13, 2025

We had a crew of 4, and we all caught our personal best. The boat was perfect, and our captain was a true professional. He had our lines tight on fish all night long! Highly recommended charter!

We had a crew of 4, and we all caught our personal best. The boat was perfect, and our captain was a true professional. He had our lines tight on fish all night long! Highly recommended charter!  

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1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 20, 2025
Well if this review doesn’t just make us blush. It helps when we have such an energetic and invested group of individuals. The boys are welcome with us…. Anytime. Tight lines to our Maine kin

Chad K.
Chad K.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

100% awesome

VERIFIED

STRIPED BASS - 5 hours (AM) on June 17, 2025

Everything about this trip was amazing! Captain was great! Caught a 48” stripper, biggest one I ever saw.

Everything about this trip was amazing! Captain was great! Caught a 48” stripper, biggest one I ever saw.  

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 Chad K. recommends Eastern Ambitions Saltwater Guides

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 20, 2025
This was such a fun trip. This family are absolute troopers. It was my pleasure and a return/continuation trip is a must in the (near) future. Tight lines to our Pennsylvania family 🤙

FAQs about Eastern Ambitions Saltwater Guides

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2005
Boat manufacturer
Sea Hunt
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots
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