We went out this weekend. It was my first time deep-sea fishing in a long time... We had an…read moreexcellent time! The staff on the boat were absolutely amazing and helped give instructions on how to let down the line. They were there anytime there were questions and to assist when fish were caught. They provide very clear instructions ahead of time so you know exactly what to bring and what to wear. I highly recommend!!

Our 6 person group had a great time aboard the Grumpa with captain Ryan and first mate David…read more Despite the weather being spotty and the seas a little rough at times, we caught more Bluefish than our tired arms could handle and then loaded up on porgies and sea bass for our fish fry later that day. Ryan really knew what he was doing and Dave was very attentive and helpful. He explained each technique very well as we switched from diamond jig to umbrella rig to bottom fishing for porgies. Just a great day for all of us. The 6 person charter is the way to go to maximize your experience. Whether the larger party boat or the 6 person Grumpa, I highly recommend Sunbeam and will be back in the fall.

There is a good selection of bait and tackle. If you can't find what you need, the owner Chris will…read moreget it for you. The prices are the best in the area

It's clean and fisherman friendly The minnows are thick and healthy. I've always caught something…read morethem

I've been a passenger on the Thimble Island Cruises many times over the years, but this time was…read moreespecially important as my 88 year old dad is moving away from CT to live near me in California! We couldn't miss the opportunity to take one more ride around the Thimble Islands, and the cruise did not disappoint! Our narrator was funny and pleasant, and the snacks and cold drinks were perfect. we got a nice table inside to stay cool, and it's a ride I'll always remember! Thank you Thimble Islands Cruise!

Great tour! It was a beautiful day, wonderful information and beautiful scenery. Delightful trip!…read moreBeautiful area. Easy parking in the Church lot with a donation. Nice thing to do on a great day! We had young kids on the trip. Didn't get much out of the narrative but they were excited to be on a boat ride.

I've been out with the captain 4 times now. Both summer and fall trips. With the hard New England…read moreconditions, I can honestly say after boarding a number of other private charters locally, Capt Jay and crew always find the fish, they are true professionals and they won't disappoint your cooler.

We were planning this trip for the longest time, it was the first time for me to be able to take a…read moreweek of in the summer and take a decent trip with our boat. We left Haverstraw marina around 6:00 AM on Saturday 8/6 and arrived to Pilots point about 6.5 hour later. From the moment we got there to the moment we left 2 days later I was nothing but impressed with the dock hands, the dock master and the marina. Beautiful clean bathrooms, BBQ all over the place, nice pool, brand new club house and all around great facility. I want to mention again the dock hands that unlike in other marinas actually know what they are doing! Also they were all very nice and friendly. The marina have deep water so I hat was not an issue as my boat draft 4.2 foot. We got slips right by the fuel dock and there was plenty of space for all 4 boats. The fuel dock is by far the busiest fuel dock I have seen. We will surly be back to Pilots point!

One of best party and charter boats operation in NY and the entire Northeast. It's run by a family…read morethat show a lot of respect for their customers. That matters more to me than anything else. They love what they do and it shows. They maintain a super clean ship, awesome gallery and superb mates. Especially Kyle. Sandworms are sold aboard which is a lifesaver when you can't get to the tackle shops. They also give you free clam baits. There's ample parking that seems to be free for now. Not sure what post pandemic conditions will bring. I love these guys, I try to fish with them anytime I can. I hope they never change. They also catch fish and put in the extra effort to do so.

Looking for a fun family fishing trip, my aunt booked us on the shamrock for a 6 hour excursion. As…read moreit is also BYOB, We brought a few coolers for fish and beer. The fish of the day to catch was fluke. Everyone in our 6 person party caught one along with about two dozen sea robins. The staff was extremely friendly and knowledgeable, and Captain Peter was in high spirits. Besides the many stops, we got a great view of the city and Long Island. For lunch they had a decent amount of drinks and fast food for sale (burgers). The price (around $80pp) is a little on the steeper end, but it was worth the trip for sure. At the end of the trip one of the crewmen filleted any fish you caught for you (tip the man!). I would recommend checking out these guys if you are in the NYC area and want a fun day trip.

Small but perfect boat for a 2 person charter. Captain Jack was very friendly and informative…read moreabout the local area and where to fish. He made sure we found some great fishing spots and baited our lines for us. He had cold beverages available and a commode. He also kept a sharp eye out when the weather showed a storm front moving in and got us to shore before the weather turned nasty. A perfect anniversary trip. We will be back.

You will not find a nicer marina on the CT river! The crew is helpful, you are protected from the…read moreweather from almost all points of the compass, and are on an island in a very safe environment. A complementary ferry service is available on demand to take you into downtown Essex where you can visit the iconic Griswold Inn, the Black Seal and a number of other fine restaurants all within easy walking distance. Two marine repair facilities are within 100 feet of their docks. I just finished the Americas Great Loop and have seen a lot of marinas. I really don't know how anyone could want for more than Dauntless Essex Island Marina.

This is the second year in a row they've pulled the bait and switch on us. They over promise and…read moreunder deliver. They totally screwed us with dockage. We were 3 boats suppose to be together on the river side. They threw us in the back of the marina where there's no view and no wind. You literally have to cross over mud piles to get to the pool. They put one boat in front of a launch and promised to move us all to the front of the marina then only moved the one boat only because they needed the launch. Lied. we look at mound of dirt and machinery . It's filled with bugs everywhere and the crew straight up lies to your face. The marina has huge chunks of wood floating everywhere. The restaurant is barely a restaurant and the hours they are actually open are ridiculous. I will never come back again. Ever!!!