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Full Day Fishing Trip in Montauk, NY
352 W Lake Dr, Montauk, NYWhat you will be catching:
Atlantic Bonito
Bluefish
Little Tunny
Striped Bass
Summer Flounder
- Eight-hour inshore charter targeting seasonal species
- Light tackle bucktailing, plugging, and fly fishing techniques
- Exclusive small group experience with maximum two guests
Trip Pricing and Availabilities:
Full Day Fishing Trip in Montauk, NY
Picture yourself casting lines in some of the most productive waters on the East Coast, where the Atlantic's nutrient-rich currents meet Long Island's legendary fishing grounds. Captain Savio's full-day charter puts you right in the heart of Montauk's world-class fishery for eight solid hours of fishing action. With just two spots available per trip, you'll get the personalized attention that makes all the difference between a good day and an epic one. Whether you're chasing stripers around the famous Montauk Point or working the flats for trophy fluke, this top-rated experience gives you the flexibility to adapt to what's biting and where the fish are feeding.
What to Expect on the Water
Your day starts early at Montauk Harbor, where Captain Savio briefs you on the game plan based on current conditions, tides, and seasonal patterns. The beauty of an eight-hour charter is the luxury of time – you're not rushing from spot to spot trying to cram everything in. Instead, you'll methodically work the best areas, from the rocky structure around Montauk Point to the sandy flats where summer flounder love to ambush baitfish. The small group size means you'll get hands-on instruction whether you're a seasoned angler looking to dial in new techniques or a family wanting to create lasting memories. Captain Savio reads these waters like a book, adjusting the approach as conditions change throughout the day. Morning might find you working the deeper water for stripers, while afternoon could shift to sight-casting for false albacore as they bust bait on the surface.
Light Tackle Techniques
Forget heavy gear and brute force – this charter focuses on the art of light tackle fishing that makes every catch feel like a real battle. Bucktailing is the bread and butter technique here, using leadhead jigs tipped with soft plastics or pork rind to mimic the baitfish that game species can't resist. You'll learn to work these jigs with the right cadence, bouncing them off the bottom or swimming them through the water column. Plugging brings surface action into play, especially when bluefish and bonito are feeding aggressively on top. There's nothing quite like watching a striper explode on a topwater plug in the early morning light. For the purists, fly fishing opportunities abound when conditions align – false albacore on the fly is an experience that'll spoil you for other types of fishing. Captain Savio provides all the tackle and knows exactly which presentations work best in Montauk's unique conditions.
Top Catches This Season
Striped bass form the backbone of Montauk fishing, and for good reason. These silver-sided fighters range from schoolie bass around 20 inches up to cow stripers pushing 40 pounds or more. Spring and fall migrations bring incredible numbers through these waters, with fish feeding heavily on sand eels, bunker, and squid. What makes stripers special is their unpredictability – they might be hugging the bottom in 30 feet of water or blitzing bait right on the surface. Summer flounder, locally called fluke, are the ultimate light tackle challenge. These flatfish can stretch over 25 inches and weigh 6-8 pounds, lying camouflaged on sandy bottoms waiting to ambush prey. The key is drifting with the current and keeping your bait moving just off the bottom. Bluefish bring raw power to every fight, with their razor-sharp teeth and aggressive nature. They travel in schools and when you find them, fast action is guaranteed. Atlantic bonito and little tunny (false albacore) are the speed demons of the group, making blistering runs and testing your drag system. These smaller tunas arrive in late summer and fall, often feeding in massive schools that create some of the most exciting fishing of the year.
Time to Book Your Spot
Captain Savio's full-day charter represents everything that makes Montauk fishing legendary – diverse species, proven techniques, and waters that consistently produce memorable catches. The intimate group size ensures you'll get the instruction and attention that transforms a good day into something truly special. Whether you're targeting your first keeper fluke or hoping to tangle with a trophy striper, eight hours on these productive waters gives you the best shot at success. Montauk's reputation as a customer favorite destination is built on days exactly like this one, where changing tactics and moving with the fish leads to bent rods and full coolers. Don't wait until peak season books up – secure your spot on one of the East Coast's best fishing grounds and experience why anglers travel from across the country to wet a line in these renowned waters.
Learn more about the species
Atlantic Bonito
Atlantic bonito are speed demons that'll test your drag system and give you an arm workout. These silver bullets with dark stripes typically run 3-8 pounds but what they lack in size they make up for in pure speed - we're talking 40 mph bursts that'll make your reel scream. They show up in late summer and early fall, traveling in large schools that feed aggressively on the surface. You'll often spot them by watching for diving birds or seeing their dorsal fins cutting through the water like mini sharks. They're found in open water around rips and temperature breaks, usually within a few miles of shore. While they're too oily for most American palates, the fight alone makes them worth targeting on light tackle. Once you locate a feeding school, they'll hit almost anything you throw - small spoons, jigs, or flies work great. The secret is speed: keep your lures moving fast to trigger their predatory instincts.
Bluefish
These aggressive predators are some of the most reliable action you'll find around Montauk. Blues average 3-15 pounds, with the occasional 20-pounder thrown in. They show up in mid-June and stick around through October, feeding in everything from shallow bays to deeper offshore waters. What makes bluefish special is their feeding attitude - they attack schools of bait in such a frenzy that the water looks like it's boiling. You'll hear us call it a "bluefish blitz" when they really turn on. They'll hit just about any lure or bait you throw at them, making them perfect for beginners and kids. The smaller "snappers" are great eating, while the bigger fish have a stronger flavor. One thing to remember: use a wire leader or heavy fluorocarbon - those razor-sharp teeth will cut through regular line in a heartbeat.
Little Tunny
Also called false albacore, these small tuna relatives average 10-12 pounds and travel in schools through Montauk's waters from late summer into fall. You'll find them in nearshore waters, often feeding aggressively on the surface where birds are diving. They're torpedo-shaped speedsters that can hit 40+ mph, making for exciting light tackle fights. Little tunny school up around structure like jetties and drop-offs, chasing baitfish in feeding frenzies that create quite a commotion. While the dark red meat isn't everyone's favorite on the table, the action more than makes up for it. When you spot them feeding, they'll take almost anything - small jigs, spoons, or flies work great. Pro tip: listen for the splashing sounds when they're feeding in schools - little tunny are surprisingly loud eaters that give away their location.
Striped Bass
Striped bass are the bread and butter of our local fishery and what most anglers dream about when they think Montauk. These iconic fish with their distinctive black stripes can range anywhere from schoolie size around 18-28 inches up to true cows pushing 40+ pounds. You'll find them around rocky structure, rips, and drop-offs, plus they love the surf and shallow water early morning and evening. Spring and fall migrations bring the best action, but we catch them year-round. What makes stripers so special is their fighting power combined with excellent eating quality - firm, flaky white meat that's hard to beat. They're also smart fish that can be picky about presentations, which keeps things interesting. The trick around here is matching your lure to whatever bait they're feeding on. When the bunker schools are thick, nothing beats a large popper or swimmer at first light.
Summer Flounder
Summer flounder - we call them fluke around here - are the ultimate ambush predators. These flatfish lie buried in sand waiting for baitfish to swim by, then strike like lightning. Most run 15-20 inches, but doormat fluke over 5 pounds make for bragging rights and excellent table fare. You'll find them on sandy bottoms near structure - wrecks, reefs, channel edges from 20-80 feet deep. Prime season runs May through October, with the biggest fish moving into deeper water as fall approaches. Fluke are prized for their delicate, sweet white meat that's perfect for the dinner table. The key is keeping your bait moving along the bottom - a slow drift with bucktails tipped with squid or spearing usually does the trick. Here's a local tip: when you feel that telltale tap-tap, don't set the hook right away. Give them a second to turn the bait around and swallow it.
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