Cortes Outfitters Flyfishing 

5.0/5 (2 reviews)
 East 69th Street 2480, New York City, NY 11234, United States

Cortes Outfitters Flyfishing 

New York City, NY, United States
18 ft
2
5.0/5 (2 reviews)

Cast your line into a full day or half day of adventure with Cortes Outfitters. Bask in the scenery of Long Island’s stunning coastline while perfecting your light tackle or fly fishing skills in the company of the experienced guide Arthur Cortes. Sit back, relax, and enjoy complimentary snacks as you journey in search of a fish to remember.

You’ll be fishing aboard an 18’ Hewes Flats boat, which offers a stealthy and safe ride for up to 2 passengers plus the guide. Powered by a 150 HP Yamaha engine, the boat features state-of-the-art electronics, including a fishfinder and a chart plotter to get you on the fish. There is also a radio and CD player on board for your enjoyment.

During your trip, you’ll fish for Striped Bass and Bluefish with a sea-savvy captain who will instruct you in fly-tying and proper casting techniques, as well as bottom bait fishing. He’ll also offer instructions on conventional fishing techniques. All the gear you need will be provided, and you’ll make the most of the guide’s thorough knowledge of where the big fish bite.

Arthur will contact you after booking to confirm your meeting location, and he’ll make sure that everything is taken care of. He will even provide snacks and drinks when on board, and he’s got you covered for your fishing license.

You really don’t need to do anything! Get booked and get ready for a thrilling day on NYC’s exciting waters with Cortes Outfitters.

Cast your line into a full day or half day of adventure with Cortes Outfitters. Bask in the scenery of Long Island’s stunning coastline while perfecting your light tackle or fly fishing skills in the company of the experienced guide Arthur Cortes. Sit back, relax, and enjoy complimentary snacks as you journey in search of a fish to remember.

You’ll be fishing aboard an 18’ Hewes Flats boat, which offers a stealthy and safe ride for up to 2 passengers plus the guide. Powered by a 150 HP Yamaha engine, the boat features state-of-the-art electronics, including a fishfinder and a chart plotter to get you on the fish. There is also a radio and CD player on board for your enjoyment.

During your trip, you’ll fish for Striped Bass and Bluefish with a sea-savvy captain who will instruct you in fly-tying and proper casting techniques, as well as bottom bait fishing. He’ll also offer instructions on conventional fishing techniques. All the gear you need will be provided, and you’ll make the most of the guide’s thorough knowledge of where the big fish bite.

Arthur will contact you after booking to confirm your meeting location, and he’ll make sure that everything is taken care of. He will even provide snacks and drinks when on board, and he’s got you covered for your fishing license.

You really don’t need to do anything! Get booked and get ready for a thrilling day on NYC’s exciting waters with Cortes Outfitters.

Arthur Cortes
Captain
Arthur Cortes
13 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip – Fly Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Dec 1
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Weakfish
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Dec 1
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Weakfish
US $800
Entire boat: 2 people

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Tom Cai
Tom Cai
Repeat angler
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South Carolina, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
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Fishing with Arthur
Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing on November 14, 20252 adults

Bruce Kennedy
Bruce Kennedy
Repeat angler
us
Vermont, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Good day
Half Day Trip – Fly Fishing on June 27, 20242 adults

Arthur works hard to make your day a rewarding one

FAQs about Cortes Outfitters Flyfishing

Cortes Outfitters Flyfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group - Half Day Trip – Fly Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Cortes Outfitters Flyfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Cortes Outfitters Flyfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • Fishing license
  • Fly fishing equipment
Cortes Outfitters Flyfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Cortes Outfitters Flyfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Cortes Outfitters Flyfishing include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Weakfish

Your captain

Arthur Cortes
Arthur Cortes
Arthur Cortes

New York City, New York, United States

40 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
28 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2016

Captain Cortes a Orvis endorsed guide, has been fishing in New York City for over 20 years and enjoys taking people fishing. After receiving his U.S Coast Guard certified captains licenses he started Cortes Outfitters to take and show clients where the fish bite. Captain Cortes will try his best to to make your trip a successful one, as he is happiest when fish are in the boat.

40 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
28 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2016

Captain Cortes a Orvis endorsed guide, has been fishing in New York City for over 20 years and enjoys taking people fishing. After receiving his U.S Coast Guard certified captains licenses he started Cortes Outfitters to take and show clients where the fish bite. Captain Cortes will try his best to to make your trip a successful one, as he is happiest when fish are in the boat.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Weakfish
Weakfish
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Weakfish
Weakfish

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2005
Boat manufacturer
Hewes
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Snacks
Drinks
Fishing license
Fly fishing equipment

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
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in New York City right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
WeakfishWeakfish

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