Nightjack Sportfishingย 

4.9/5ย (68 reviews)
ย Water Street, Stonington, CT 06405, United Statesโ€“

Nightjack Sportfishingย 

4.9/5ย (68 reviews)
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Water Street
Stonington, CT, United States

Nightjack Sportfishing invites you for a day full of adventure chasing fish in the abundant waters off Block Island Sound and the Atlantic Ocean.  The charter is owned and operated by Captain John Alves who has fished since he was a child and loves spending every minute on the water. He enjoys taking new and returning guests out and showing them all the thrills these waters offer.

Capt. John will take you aboard the “Nightjack,” a 32’ Levy downeast, powered by a 330 HP Cummins engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots. She’s a huge Canadian-built boat known as a “Novi.” Known for their size and beams, Novis are incredibly sound and feature a half-enclosed cabin that will protect you come rain or shine, and comes fitted with a toilet. She can carry up to 6 anglers on inshore and offshore trips.

You’ll target Striped Bass, bluefish, Fluke, Weakfish, and more. Or, take a trip offshore to find big game fish like Bluefin Tuna. You can also target the frightening Mako and Thresher Sharks, and, during the summer months, go after delicious Mahi Mahi.

Nightjack Sportfishing takes its fishing seriously. There is a fighting chair for you to battle the big fish, a livewell for bait, and all the USCG-approved safety equipment for when the waters get choppy. The whole family is welcome to see what real fishing is about, and Capt. John can’t wait to welcome you aboard again and again. Whichever trip you choose, you’re in for an unforgettable adventure.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 68 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (49)

Best Charter Trip Yet..!!
Best Charter Trip Yet..!!
Best Charter Trip Yet..!!
+46

Angler rating

62
5
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

95%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

98%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

92%

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Showing:ย 5ย ofย 68ย reviews
Paul A.
Paul A.
5.0/5

Jul 26, 2025

5 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (AM)

Highly Recommend NightJack Sportfishing

VERIFIED

I highly recommend using NightJack Sportfishing if you are planning a fishing trip. Capt John and Ryan worked very hard to ensure we all had the best experience during our time with them. Besides working with every member of our group in fishing techniques, they also provided us information about each of the fish caught, and the area where we were boating! I just want to thank John and Ryan for a very memorable day!

I highly recommend using NightJack Sportfishing if you are planning a fishing trip. Capt John and Ryan worked very hard to ensure... ย 

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ย Paul A. recommends Nightjack Sportfishing

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Replied on July 28, 2025
Thank You Paul! Great to have you guys out, awesome group! Thank you for the professionally done photos as well! John

Jason N.
Jason N.
5.0/5

Oct 19, 2024

5 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (AM)

Best Charter Trip Yet..!!

VERIFIED

From my friends to our kids, We all had such a great time. In fact, weโ€™re looking to book in a couple weeks with John again. He knows the spots to go to and he was very knowledgeable and professional. Thanks again Captain, Well see you again very soon ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ

From my friends to our kids, We all had such a great time. In fact, weโ€™re looking to book in a couple weeks with John again. He... ย 

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ย Jason N. recommends Nightjack Sportfishing

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on October 19, 2024
Thanks Jason! Great to have you guys out! Kids were awesome! Hope to get you guys back out soon!

Craig S.
Craig S.

Ann Arbor, MI

5.0/5

Jun 20, 2023

Evening Fishing Trips - 5 Hours

Best Fishing Trip with Captain John

VERIFIED

My family and I took a fishing trip with Captain John and it was the best fishing trip we have taken. We have chartered many fishing trips and nothing compares to the experience we had with NightJack. The boat was great, the crew was amazing, and the memories we made were priceless. I would recommend Captain John to anyone, and canโ€™t wait until we are back in the area again to book another trip with him.

My family and I took a fishing trip with Captain John and it was the best fishing trip we have taken. We have chartered many... ย 

Captain replied
ย Craig S. recommends Nightjack Sportfishing

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ย Craig S. recommends Nightjack Sportfishing

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 21, 2023
Thanks Craig! We had a great time as well! Best of luck in the next lacrosse tourney! Hope to see you again next year. John

Matthew R.
Matthew R.
5.0/5

Jun 1, 2024

5 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (PM)

Great fishing trip!

VERIFIED

We went out for an afternoon trip. Caught a whole bunch of black sea bass and striper. Everyone had a great time and the crew was super friendly and knowledgeable. Thanks for the great day!

We went out for an afternoon trip. Caught a whole bunch of black sea bass and striper. Everyone had a great time and the crew... ย 

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ย Matthew R. recommends Nightjack Sportfishing

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ย Matthew R. recommends Nightjack Sportfishing

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 3, 2024
Thanks Matthew! Glad you guys enjoyed the trip! John from Nightjack

Jeffrey H.
Jeffrey H.

SPFLD (LONG), MA

5.0/5

Sep 2, 2023

5 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (PM)

Half Day Afternoon with Captain John

VERIFIED

One of best days ever for both of us. This trip not only met our expectations but surpassed them. Our beautifully filet take home netted us 19 lbs. The Captain and Mate were friendly and helpful. We are already talking about another trip. Highly recommend the Night Jack to everyone for an awesome fishing adventure.

One of best days ever for both of us. This trip not only met our expectations but surpassed them. Our beautifully filet take home... ย 

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 3, 2023
Thanks Jeffrey! Great to have you both! Hope to see you again soon!

Trip availability and prices

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 68 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (49)

Best Charter Trip Yet..!!
Best Charter Trip Yet..!!
Best Charter Trip Yet..!!
+46

Angler rating

62
5
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

95%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

98%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

92%

Showingย 1 - 5ย ofย 68ย reviews
Showing:ย 5ย ofย 68ย reviews
Paul A.
Paul A.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Highly Recommend NightJack Sportfishing

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (AM) on July 26, 2025

I highly recommend using NightJack Sportfishing if you are planning a fishing trip. Capt John and Ryan worked very hard to ensure we all had the best experience during our time with them. Besides working with every member of our group in fishing techniques, they also provided us information about each of the fish caught, and the area where we were boating! I just want to thank John and Ryan for a very memorable day!

I highly recommend using NightJack Sportfishing if you are planning a fishing trip. Capt John and Ryan worked very hard to ensure we all had the best experience during our time with them. Besides working with every member of our group in fishing techniques, they also provided us information about each of the fish caught, and the area where we were boating! I just want to thank John and Ryan for a very memorable day! ย 

ย Paul A. recommends Nightjack Sportfishing

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 28, 2025
Thank You Paul! Great to have you guys out, awesome group! Thank you for the professionally done photos as well! John

Jason N.
Jason N.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Best Charter Trip Yet..!!

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (AM) on October 19, 2024

From my friends to our kids, We all had such a great time. In fact, weโ€™re looking to book in a couple weeks with John again. He knows the spots to go to and he was very knowledgeable and professional. Thanks again Captain, Well see you again very soon ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ

From my friends to our kids, We all had such a great time. In fact, weโ€™re looking to book in a couple weeks with John again. He knows the spots to go to and he was very knowledgeable and professional. Thanks again Captain, Well see you again very soon ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ ย 

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ย Jason N. recommends Nightjack Sportfishing

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on October 19, 2024
Thanks Jason! Great to have you guys out! Kids were awesome! Hope to get you guys back out soon!

Craig S.
Craig S.

Ann Arbor, MI

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Best Fishing Trip with Captain John

VERIFIED

Evening Fishing Trips - 5 Hours on June 20, 2023

My family and I took a fishing trip with Captain John and it was the best fishing trip we have taken. We have chartered many fishing trips and nothing compares to the experience we had with NightJack. The boat was great, the crew was amazing, and the memories we made were priceless. I would recommend Captain John to anyone, and canโ€™t wait until we are back in the area again to book another trip with him.

My family and I took a fishing trip with Captain John and it was the best fishing trip we have taken. We have chartered many fishing trips and nothing compares to the experience we had with NightJack. The boat was great, the crew was amazing, and the memories we made were priceless. I would recommend Captain John to anyone, and canโ€™t wait until we are back in the area again to book another trip with him. ย 

ย Craig S. recommends Nightjack Sportfishing

Mark review as helpful

undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 21, 2023
Thanks Craig! We had a great time as well! Best of luck in the next lacrosse tourney! Hope to see you again next year. John

Matthew R.
Matthew R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great fishing trip!

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (PM) on June 1, 2024

We went out for an afternoon trip. Caught a whole bunch of black sea bass and striper. Everyone had a great time and the crew was super friendly and knowledgeable. Thanks for the great day!

We went out for an afternoon trip. Caught a whole bunch of black sea bass and striper. Everyone had a great time and the crew was super friendly and knowledgeable. Thanks for the great day! ย 

ย Matthew R. recommends Nightjack Sportfishing

Mark review as helpful

undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 3, 2024
Thanks Matthew! Glad you guys enjoyed the trip! John from Nightjack

Jeffrey H.
Jeffrey H.

SPFLD (LONG), MA

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half Day Afternoon with Captain John

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (PM) on September 2, 2023

One of best days ever for both of us. This trip not only met our expectations but surpassed them. Our beautifully filet take home netted us 19 lbs. The Captain and Mate were friendly and helpful. We are already talking about another trip. Highly recommend the Night Jack to everyone for an awesome fishing adventure.

One of best days ever for both of us. This trip not only met our expectations but surpassed them. Our beautifully filet take home netted us 19 lbs. The Captain and Mate were friendly and helpful. We are already talking about another trip. Highly recommend the Night Jack to everyone for an awesome fishing adventure. ย 

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ย Jeffrey H. recommends Nightjack Sportfishing

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 3, 2023
Thanks Jeffrey! Great to have you both! Hope to see you again soon!

FAQs about Nightjack Sportfishing

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
32 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
Levy
Boat type
Downeast

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 330HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots
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