Coastal Fishing Charters 

4.9/5 (27 reviews)
 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930, United States
4.9/5 (27 reviews)
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Main Street
Gloucester, MA, United States

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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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 27 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (17)

Morning trip with Captain Nick
Half Day with Captain Nick
Second trip with Captain Nick
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Angler rating

25
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

95%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 27 reviews
Showing: 5 of 27 reviews
Patricia D.
Patricia D.

New York, NY

5.0/5

May 2, 2021

5 Hour Trip (PM) – Bottom Fishing

5 hour trip with Captain Nick and 1st Mate Jeff

VERIFIED

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

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....  

Captain replied
 Patricia D. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters
 Patricia D. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 4, 2021
Thanks Patty! We both enjoyed you and the boys company. See you next time!

Milton M.
Milton M.

United States

5.0/5

Jun 4, 2021

9 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing

Whole day fishing with Captain Nicholas and Jeff.

VERIFIED

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.

Thanks Captain Nicholas for and absolutely wonderful day on the water and keeping us on the fish. We pulled in over 100 fish,...  

 Milton M. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters
 Milton M. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters

Mariana H.
Mariana H.

Nahant, MA

5.0/5

May 15, 2021

5 Hour Trip (PM) – Bottom Fishing

Fantastic Fishing Trip

VERIFIED

We had the most amazing time. The Captain and crew were outstanding. We had the most perfect day for fishing. We hauled fish in consistently all day. Recommend them hands down. We will be booking again!

We had the most amazing time. The Captain and crew were outstanding. We had the most perfect day for fishing. We hauled fish in...  

 Mariana H. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters
 Mariana H. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters

Melinda F.
Melinda F.

Acton, MA

5.0/5

Jul 19, 2021

4H Trip (PM) – Striped Bass (2MAX)

Half Day with Captain Nick

VERIFIED

Fantastic family adventure! Captain Nick and Laura knew the spots where the fish would be jumping and guided us first timers with patience and kindness. A lovely day to be out on the boat!

Fantastic family adventure! Captain Nick and Laura knew the spots where the fish would be jumping and guided us first timers...  

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 Melinda F. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters
 Melinda F. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters

Bear V.
Bear V.

Cranston, Rhode Island

5.0/5

Sep 14, 2021

4H Trip (AM) – Striped Bass (2MAX)

Morning trip with Captain Nick

VERIFIED

Captain Nick and Laura were absolutely awesome! Very knowledgeable and experienced..I'll definitely fish with them again.

Captain Nick and Laura were absolutely awesome! Very knowledgeable and experienced..I'll definitely fish with them again.  

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 Bear V. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters
 Bear V. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters

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4H Trip (PM) – Striped Bass (2MAX)
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4H Trip (AM) – Striped Bas (3-6max)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4H Trip (AM) – Striped Bass (2MAX)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4H Trip (PM) – Striped Bas 3-6Max
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip (AM) – Bottom Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip (PM) – Bottom Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
7 Hour Trip – Giant Shark Combo
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Sep 1
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
9 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
9 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $1,300 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 27 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (17)

Morning trip with Captain Nick
Half Day with Captain Nick
Second trip with Captain Nick
+14

Angler rating

25
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

95%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 27 reviews
Showing: 5 of 27 reviews
Patricia D.
Patricia D.

New York, NY

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

5 hour trip with Captain Nick and 1st Mate Jeff

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip (PM) – Bottom Fishing on May 2, 2021

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

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  

 Patricia D. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 4, 2021
Thanks Patty! We both enjoyed you and the boys company. See you next time!

Milton M.
Milton M.

United States

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Whole day fishing with Captain Nicholas and Jeff.

VERIFIED

9 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on June 4, 2021

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.

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.  

 Milton M. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters

Mariana H.
Mariana H.

Nahant, MA

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fantastic Fishing Trip

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip (PM) – Bottom Fishing on May 15, 2021

We had the most amazing time. The Captain and crew were outstanding. We had the most perfect day for fishing. We hauled fish in consistently all day. Recommend them hands down. We will be booking again!

We had the most amazing time. The Captain and crew were outstanding. We had the most perfect day for fishing. We hauled fish in consistently all day. Recommend them hands down. We will be booking again!  

 Mariana H. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters

Melinda F.
Melinda F.

Acton, MA

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half Day with Captain Nick

VERIFIED

4H Trip (PM) – Striped Bass (2MAX) on July 19, 2021

Fantastic family adventure! Captain Nick and Laura knew the spots where the fish would be jumping and guided us first timers with patience and kindness. A lovely day to be out on the boat!

Fantastic family adventure! Captain Nick and Laura knew the spots where the fish would be jumping and guided us first timers with patience and kindness. A lovely day to be out on the boat!  

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 Melinda F. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters

Bear V.
Bear V.

Cranston, Rhode Island

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Morning trip with Captain Nick

VERIFIED

4H Trip (AM) – Striped Bass (2MAX) on September 14, 2021

Captain Nick and Laura were absolutely awesome! Very knowledgeable and experienced..I'll definitely fish with them again.

Captain Nick and Laura were absolutely awesome! Very knowledgeable and experienced..I'll definitely fish with them again.  

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 Bear V. recommends Coastal Fishing Charters

FAQs about Coastal Fishing Charters

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
35 ft
Year built
2003
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Terry Jason
Boat type
Downeast

Engine model
Yanmar
Powered by
1 x 440HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots
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