Coastal Fishing Charters
Coastal Fishing Charters
We Fish in the Ocean not around the docks in the inner harbor like some of the other Gloucester charter boats! Also we don't use a rubber hose and a seaworm to try and catch fish! We use live bait on all trips if possible. Live bait increases your chances 10 fold to catch keeper striped bass! Coastal Fishing Charters brings you a variety of fishing to choose from. From Sharks offshore, to nearshore fishing for Cod and Haddock. Looking for Striped Bass? Yep, they have it too. It is our specialty! All that's left for you to do is to choose your trip!
This charter is operated by Captain Nick Danikas, who set out into the world of fishing at age 10. Since then, he has sailed back and forth, delivering goosebump on every trip. He loves to see kids reel in their first catch and has plenty of skills to assist seasoned anglers on their quest for some big game.
Hop aboard his 35' Terry Jason boat, restored in 2017, and start your search in the waters surrounding Gloucester, MA. She can accommodate up 6 anglers and is equipped with top-of-the-line navigational equipment.
This isn't just about the chase, but comfort as well. You'll also find a toilet, bed, kitchen, and multimedia system on board.
Depending on the species you target, you'll be fishing at different distances and use a variety of techniques. Bottom fishing, popping, jigging, kite, or fly fishing – you name it.
The trip rates include rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait. At the end of the day, your catch will be cleaned and filleted too. Make sure to bring some snacks, drinks, and sunglasses. With all the chase going around, a camera is always welcome – why miss capturing a 10' Shark?
Capt. Nick has a first mate on board to assist with everything on your trip. He works hard to make sure you have a good time and as such, a 20% gratuity will be added onto the final balance. Cash only for the balance of the trip.
Get your fill of East Coast fishing on a seasoned vessel aboard Coastal Fishing Charters!
We Fish in the Ocean not around the docks in the inner harbor like some of the other Gloucester charter boats! Also we don't use a rubber hose and a seaworm to try and catch fish! We use live bait on all trips if possible. Live bait increases your chances 10 fold to catch keeper striped bass! Coastal Fishing Charters brings you a variety of fishing to choose from. From Sharks offshore, to nearshore fishing for Cod and Haddock. Looking for Striped Bass? Yep, they have it too. It is our specialty! All that's left for you to do is to choose your trip!
This charter is operated by Captain Nick Danikas, who set out into the world of fishing at age 10. Since then, he has sailed back and forth, delivering goosebump on every trip. He loves to see kids reel in their first catch and has plenty of skills to assist seasoned anglers on their quest for some big game.
Hop aboard his 35' Terry Jason boat, restored in 2017, and start your search in the waters surrounding Gloucester, MA. She can accommodate up 6 anglers and is equipped with top-of-the-line navigational equipment.
This isn't just about the chase, but comfort as well. You'll also find a toilet, bed, kitchen, and multimedia system on board.
Depending on the species you target, you'll be fishing at different distances and use a variety of techniques. Bottom fishing, popping, jigging, kite, or fly fishing – you name it.
The trip rates include rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait. At the end of the day, your catch will be cleaned and filleted too. Make sure to bring some snacks, drinks, and sunglasses. With all the chase going around, a camera is always welcome – why miss capturing a 10' Shark?
Capt. Nick has a first mate on board to assist with everything on your trip. He works hard to make sure you have a good time and as such, a 20% gratuity will be added onto the final balance. Cash only for the balance of the trip.
Get your fill of East Coast fishing on a seasoned vessel aboard Coastal Fishing Charters!
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Captain Nick and Jacop were great from beginning to end. There wasn't anything they could have done to make a better experience. They worked very hard trying to put us on strikers. With just a very short time left we landed a 26 inch. We at least hit our goal to bring a striper home to put on the grill. Nothing better than from the ocean to the grill. I highly recommend this fishing experience with Captain Nich.
Thanks guys! we enjoyed your company too! By the way the fish was 29. Hope to see you again next season!
Capt. Nick and Deckmate Jacob were awesome. Capt Nick knew exaclty where to go to catch some reds and haddock. His boat was easy to find, and Jacob kept our gear operating smoothtly. I Highly suggest using them for your next trip!
Trip was advertised at five hours of fishing. Actually did about 3 hours, since it took 40 minutes to get to the fishing spot and then also return trip. I've bottom fished before and it was in the bay in 30 feet of water. Not clear why we had to go out so far. Wasted some time and fuel. Caught some fish, but it was a real chore cranking in the fish from 240 feet. And just when we got our lines back at and to the bottom, the captain decided to move the bat to a better spot. We had to crank our lines back in before he could move. Imagine reeling in a line with a one-pound weight at the end that requires between 120 - 140 revolutions of the hand crank to bring it in. Quite a workout and not what we expected. And then the gratuity at the end - the captain required we tip the first mate 20%, which he claimed was in the "contract". It was in the advertisement as a not below, but was stated as a gratuity, not as a required payment. Will probably not use this boat again.
Yup you have to drive the boat to the fishing grounds! Yup it takes 45 or longer to get there! Yup we fish in 240 feet for haddock and reds! Yup all my prices include 20% tip for the mate! Everything you said is true!So I’m sorry that you didn’t do your research and can’t handle reeling a deep sea fishing rig. Deep sea isn’t fishing in 30 feet of water here in New England!
I brought 2 boys age 13 on the 5 hour trip and we had a blast! From the minute we dropped our lines in we were catching fish. It was exciting! We caught a lot of cod that were fun to catch but we had to throw back (a seagull grabbed one!), but better yet, we caught 8 keeper haddock and 1 big red fish! Can't wait for dinner! Captain Nick and 1st Mate Jeff were great with me and the boys. We couldn't have asked for better help and fun. Patty
Thanks Patty! We both enjoyed you and the boys company. See you next time!
Thanks Captain Nicholas for and absolutely wonderful day on the water and keeping us on the fish. We pulled in over 100 fish, but only 45 were keepers. Thanks Jeff for filleting all of our catch. Hope we get the chance to fish with you again.
FAQs about Coastal Fishing Charters
- US $600 per group - 4H Trip (AM) – Striped Bas (3-6max) (4 hours)
- US $600 per group - 4H Trip (AM) – Striped Bass (2MAX) (4 hours)
- US $600 per group - 4H Trip (PM) – Striped Bas 3-6Max (4 hours)
- US $600 per group - 4H Trip (PM) – Striped Bass (2MAX) (4 hours)
- US $750 per group - 5 Hour Trip (AM) – Bottom Fishing (5 hours)
- US $750 per group - 5 Hour Trip (PM) – Bottom Fishing (5 hours)
- US $850 per group - 7 Hour Trip – Giant Shark Combo (7 hours)
- US $1,300 per group - 9 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (9 hours)
- Toilet
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Live bait well
- Kitchen
- Multimedia system MX Serius Satilite radio
- Spearfishing equipment
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First mate
- Fishing license
- Fly fishing equipment
- River fishing
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Fly fishing
- Drift fishing
- Kite fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Bass (Striped)
- Bluefish (Tailor)
- Cod
- Flounder
- Haddock
- Pollock
- Shark (Blue)
- Shark (Porbeagle)
Your captain
Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States
Captain Nick has been on the waters for 34 years. It was his love of fishing the drove him into the charter business. Owner of a whale watching company, he likes seeing kids catch their first fish and seasoned anglers take home big game. He puts all he's got into delivering a comfortable, action-packed time on the water.
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How cancellations work
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
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:
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What’s biting in Gloucester right now
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cod
Flounder
Haddock
Pollock
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