Father Time Charters 

5.0/5 (20 reviews)
 Marina Bay Court 1, Highlands, NJ 07732, United States

Father Time Charters 

Highlands, NJ, United States
32 ft
6
5.0/5 (20 reviews)

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If you're ready to experience fishing in the Raritan Bay and surrounding waters, look no further than Father Time Charters. With Captain Keith, Chris, or Ethan at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Striped Bass, Flounder, Black Seabass, Tautog, Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Skipjack, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Weakfish, and whatever else takes the bait.

You'll target your catch by spinning, popping, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Keith also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Children are welcome, so get 'em offline and onto the water!

You'll be casting lines from a 32' Intrepid center console, that fishes up to 6 passengers comfortably. Capt. Keith has rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a minimum 20% tip is customary.

It's recommended to bring sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

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If you're ready to experience fishing in the Raritan Bay and surrounding waters, look no further than Father Time Charters. With Captain Keith, Chris, or Ethan at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Striped Bass, Flounder, Black Seabass, Tautog, Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Skipjack, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Weakfish, and whatever else takes the bait.

You'll target your catch by spinning, popping, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Keith also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Children are welcome, so get 'em offline and onto the water!

You'll be casting lines from a 32' Intrepid center console, that fishes up to 6 passengers comfortably. Capt. Keith has rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a minimum 20% tip is customary.

It's recommended to bring sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Follow us on social media for more information and pictures!

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Half Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seabass (Black)
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
+4
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Inshore + Dock&Dine
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seabass (Black)
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
+4
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seabass (Black)
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
+3
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Inshore + Dock&Dine
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seabass (Black)
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
+4
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Mid Shore Tuna/Mahi
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
Tuna (Blackfin)
+1
US $2,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Extended Trip – Offshore Tuna/Mahi
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
18 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
Tuna (Blackfin)
+2
US $3,600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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5.0
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Boat & equipment
5.0
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5.0
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George Zaf
George Zaf
Member since 2026
5.0
Full day trip
Full Day Trip – Inshore + Dock&Dine on April 18, 2026

The captain and his crew are absolutely amazing. I’ve been out on his boat for multiple trips whether it was me and my friends or my father and me we always had a good time. The captain always put us on fish and made sure that we were comfortable safe and had a good time and the mate was there to help us with whatever we needed and went above and beyond I would definitely get on his boat again without a doubt in my mind.

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Lexi Mcguigan
Lexi Mcguigan
Member since 2026
5.0
Fishing with Keith
Half Day Trip – Inshore on April 18, 2026

Great fishing charter experience! The captain was incredibly knowledgeable and knew exactly how to keep us on the action the whole time. All the equipment was provided and in great condition, which made everything easy and stress-free. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a smooth, successful trip!

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Bryan Sullivan
Bryan Sullivan
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great Day!
Half Day Trip – Inshore on June 28, 20261 adult5 children

Captain Keith and Ethan were tremendous! Great day on plenty of fish we caught.

Keith Salnick
Response from Captain

Thanks Bryan.. great day and wonderful Family! Glad you guys had a good time.

Michael Meola
Michael Meola
Member since 2026
5.0
Awesome day with Father Time Charters!
Full Day Trip – Inshore on April 24, 2026

Captain Keith knows how to find the fish and he will get you on them! Our group had an awesome time chasing stripers and they got us on the fish. Highly recommend booking a trip with Capt Keith and Crew!

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Christopher Saggese
Christopher Saggese
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Open boat striper
Half Day Trip – Inshore on April 18, 2026

Couldn't have asked for a better trip. Captain and mate where very knowledgeable and helpful. The mate helped me throughout the trio and also gave me some new techniques. Day ended with a boat limit. Excellent charter

Reported catch:
Striped Bass

FAQs about Father Time Charters

Father Time Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $900 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore + Dock&Dine (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - Full Day Trip – Inshore (12 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - Full Day Trip – Inshore + Dock&Dine (10 hours)
  • US $2,400 per group - Full Day Trip – Mid Shore Tuna/Mahi (12 hours)
  • US $3,600 per group - Extended Trip – Offshore Tuna/Mahi (18 hours)
When you book a trip with Father Time Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Father Time Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
Father Time Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Father Time Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Father Time Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Bonito
  • Flounder
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tautog
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Weakfish

Your captain

Keith Salnick
Keith Salnick
Keith Salnick

Highlands, New Jersey, United States

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20 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2025

Capt. Keith is experienced in navigating the waters of Highlands, New Jersey and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. This area is known for Black Seabass, Weakfish and Striped Bass and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, spinning, popping, drifting, jigging, fly fishing, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Our Team
Ethan P.

Ethan P.

First mate

ID & license verified
20 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2025

Capt. Keith is experienced in navigating the waters of Highlands, New Jersey and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. This area is known for Black Seabass, Weakfish and Striped Bass and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, spinning, popping, drifting, jigging, fly fishing, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Our Team
Ethan P.

Ethan P.

First mate

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Skipjack
Skipjack
Flounder
Flounder
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Tautog
Tautog
Bigeye Tuna
Bigeye Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Weakfish
Weakfish
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Skipjack
Skipjack
Flounder
Flounder
Black Seabass
Black Seabass

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
32 ft
Year built
1998
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Intrepid
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

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What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price

Transfer from hotels or jetties in Highlands to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

 PayPal

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

What’s biting in Highlands right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
BonitoBonito
FlounderFlounder
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
TautogTautog
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WeakfishWeakfish

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