Yesterday was a milestone birthday celebration. I'm so glad that I decided on Capt. Lou. The staff, particularly Cory and Amy, were phenomenal. They check-in frequently leading up to the actual festivities. It was a great handoff between the office staff (Amy) and Cory (the day of executioner ) I'm so happy! read more

Clean boat without a doubt but a bit fugazi with the fish. How they do things. Don't bother jumping in on the pool. You will lose. House always wins. Let's just keep it as that. But we didn't leave empty handed and I'll leave it as that read more

What an amazing experience. I have been searching for a place that allowed dogs on a boat and I did not expect to find one so close to home. We were pleasantly surprised by the pricing of the tickets and how big the boat was. It was called a doggie sunset cruise and it was just that. A lot of dog owners showed up with their dogs. My dog was a little scared being that it was her first time on a boat but she relaxed toward the end. The dogs were allowed everywhere on the boat. They also had a vendor selling items for the dogs. Doggie treats were passed around and water bowls were also there. For the humans they had a bar and some food that you may purchase. The hot dog wasn't bad. I would definitely want to experience this again. read more

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Absolutely the worst experience.! We drove in bad conditions for HOURS to fish for 1 1/2 hours. My wife went to use the disgusting bathroom and was harassed like these guys never saw a woman before! Ever ever again! They treat you like they are doing you a favor and all they want is money. The captain was the worst of all! Hitting on my wife so bad, another woman said how rude he was! read more

Just took a sunset cruise, great staff, great crowd, wonderful experience. Even my three year old enjoyed it. I will definitely be returning. read more

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I have not been on this fishing boat for years now.I remember why. They also keep short fish This boat was and is a horror, there is also no social distancing on this boat, buyer beware, terrible. read more

Captain Lou Fleet - Boat Charters Near Me - Freeport, New York

Great crew to go fishing, got a few large fish. Crew was very nice to beginners and a lot of tangled lines that they've untangled quickly. Boat is fast so you get out in the fishing spots. Would recommend! read more

How could you not love a booze cruise? Parties on these boats kick major tail. It's awesome starting out, slowly rolling past all the docks of all the bars of the Nautical Mile. And, naturally, coming back trashed and sometimes jumping off the boat, which I really don't recommend. That water is stupid gross. So the fleet has a few different sized boats, you can have just kegs, you can have liquor, you can have food or no food, you can have a dj, I'm sure you can have a clown if you wanted, I don't think they allow pony rides, though. I THINK the fleet also does fishing trips, not certain. read more

The staff was accommodating and friendly. The boat was nice and big, clean too! The nicest charter I've been on thus far. Was a bit concerned why we were only allowed to be on one side of the boat and why the boat moved spots constantly & kept the motor running, but I caught 4 fish that day and took 1 home, which is better luck than I've ever had, so I was a happy clam. Note: Be prepared to get there early as parking is limited. The tiny lot is odd and you aren't able to get in OR out unless the boat before you comes back, so on second thougth... I'm not sure if it matters that you're early because you may have to move your car again like I did. Get there early to find a parking spot on the street. Also, if you have a Groupon, go to the office first and THEN get on line at the dock. read more

What a wonderful day out in the ocean... the boys as we were calling them Joe Fishing Guy and Lucas Fishing Guy were wonderful and really added to our already great day! It was a big day for my son... he's been really sick over the passed couple years and his activities have really been limited... I just want to thank you all for making our little families day and especially my son!! We will absolutely positively be back!! read more

Long overdue! Always a blast on Capt Lou. Whether your out for Fluke or on a booze cruise with a live band (saw a Rage cover band with Bunktown Falls... sooo good!) you'll have a great time. Now this isn't one of those huge boats with round tables and seating... borrriiinnng! These are fishing charters and honestly it is what you make of it. I've been on awesome fishing trips because my companions were awesome, I've been on less awesome ones because my friends were boring. There's parking across the street from the boat. You can buy your tickets next to the lot. I think it's cash only. I heard they have winter trips? We'll see you sooner than I thought Capt. Lou. Also some of the staff has been there since the beginning of time, which I really like. Do it with cool friends for fishing or to see a local band play. read more

If your looking for a 4 hr fishing trip in Freeport, then head on down to Captain Lou's fleet. It's so worth it. They teach you how to fish if your a beginner. You can keep your own fish if it's big enough to catch. All in all what a great time. This is a must if you live in Long Island. read more

Don't be late. The boat leaves exactly on time. My BF and I hit traffic and were later than I wanted arriving for the sea cruise. We got there at exactly 1 pm and they saw us running to catch them. The very friendly staff saw us and waved us over and helped us on the boat...exactly on time. This would be a great date outing if you and your significant other like the outdoors and mammals and the water. read more

Went on my first fishing charter on July 4th. This spot would've gotten 4 stars were it not for the guy processing our payment giving us an attitude. We were a group of 8 and one of my dad's friend had already paid for 2 people and needed to pay for 2 more but left the receipts in another vehicle. The guy looked through his log and didn't find my dad's friends name and was huffing and puffing about and did not make an effort at all to hide his displeasure. Once he found the note of payment (which was simply written on top of an envelope) he was like "you should've told me you were with a group" He should've asked if that were to make a difference. On a different note. The fishing trip itself was pretty good. A little crowded but good. We got on the 8am charter and returned to the dock at noon. The crew were extremely sweet and helping and patiently teaching us how to work the rods. My bf and I each caught 3 fishes (2 bass and 1 fluke) on our first time fishing! Unfortunately, we couldn't keep any of it since they were smaller than 18". The captain moved the boat to 3 different spots throughout our fishing trip to ensure that most people caught something. The bathroom on board was clean albeit a bit smelly and they have a full "kitchen" if you would like to order something to eat. Would I recommend this charter? Yes I would because the crew was amazing and the fishing wasn't bad even though the catches were too small. Definitely a must try if you are a first timer. read more

My son and I have been going fishing with Capt. Lou for the past two years. I can't say enough about how accommodating the staff is and they also try to teach you as you fish to further help your experience. Capt Mike is always moving to different spots to get you on the fish and is always keeping a watchful on the mates and anglers from his perch above. The girls in the office make booking and paying for your trip an easy and friendly experience. The vessel is always very clean and stocked with poles,bait,hooks,and sinkers. They also have a little griddle for food and drinks if you forget to pack lunch. read more

Great service, courteous staff, terrific DJ. A most enjoyable night! I will definitely do it and other Freeport cruises again. read more

What a great belated Father's Day gift for my Dad. We went on the half day Fluke trip and we had a great time! The boat was a little rocky considering there was a storm rolling in, but he caught a huge sea bass and they even filleted it for us! The crew was polite and very helpful, just wishing we caught more Fluke! Highly recommend, would definitely try one of their other trips in the future! read more

The boat was in good shape, parking was easy but signs indicating where to park would make it less stressful The helpers that clean up during party we're doing well at cleaning the tables of unattended plates but apparently they avoid the bathrooms like the Plague. The toilet had this stuff on the walls of the bowl I have never seen before . They have a sign if the mates took care of you please take care of the mates . Well mates that means scrub the bathroom and maintain it. What's the deal with the constant drip falling from the 2nd level on the heads of people standing underneath . Try using leaf blowers to dry boat if you just sprayed it with water. read more

Took our entire 5th grade and all went smoothly. Melissa was a great help ! Great fun for the kids. read more

This is my favorite fishing boat. Captain Anthony always works really hard to put his customers on the fish. Crew is awesome, always a fun time! read more

We were a group of 13 seniors that went on a two hour seal watching trip and it was thoroughly enjoyable. The staff was very informative and a lot of fun. The weather was very cooperative and we did see many seals. We will be back in the warm weather for a whale watching expedition. Definite recommend this - a great adventure!!!! read more

We booked for a 1pm Fluke trip and the trip was canceled at 12:59pm without any prior notice. There were around 10 people on the boat and most of them were seniors(cheeper price). I guessed it was why they canceled this trip. I understand that the company may cancel the trip due to too few people. However, they should notify us at least 3 hours before the trip begin rather than waiting until the last minute. We came from NY city and spent 3 hours and $50 on traffic. Now the trip was canceled. It's totally a waste of our time!!! Poor service!!! read more

Awesome caught so many fish thanks Lou!!

I went on a sunset cruise on Captain Lous Fleet recently using a Groupon certificate.Parking is available near the boat but since everyone takes their keys with them we were trapped for around 15 minutes by a car ahead of us that did not move.The cruise itself is nice and very relaxing. The boat goes along the bay for 2 hours passing salt marshes and some interesting sites on the nautical mile. The outdoor seats are Ok but not very comfortable. Food and drink is available on the boat.It would have helped to have some commentaries on the sites however the cruise itself was very nice and well worth the price of the trip. read more

We came early from New York for the 1pm fishing tour. However, they cancel the trip at 12:58 just because they don't have satisfying number of people on board, which I think is very unprofessional. read more

A bunch of us from work headed out for a half day fishing trip. It's was a beautiful day and the crew was so helpful. They were patient with a bunch of ametuers and very attentive with issues. Will definitely be coming back again. read more

We booked a half day fishing trip with Captain Lou Fleet and had a great time. Everything was easy, from booking on line, to parking right across the street and having an attendee present to tell us what to do, to someone greeting us onto the boat and providing and setting up our poles. There's an indoor seating area with small snack bar or you can bring your own. They were very good about making sure everyone had a mask and used it, especially when inside. The boat ride out was beautiful and fun. The folks on board were always there to help bait hooks, untangle lines,, grab the fish you hooked, throw it back when it wasn't big enough. If you were lucky enough to catch one you could keep, they fileted it on the trip back in. Everyone was friendly, staff and guests, and just having a relaxing good time. It was a great day. We would absolutely do it again, maybe with more people next time. Worth the price of admission. And be ready to tip because the great staff earn and deserve it. read more

Capt. Anthony, Capt. Chris and the crews are always ready to make your trip as enjoyable as possible and go the extra mile every time. I have been and will remain a frequent and loyal customer. read more

Took my husband on a half day fishing trip for his bday with our 2 kids (ages 10 and 12) and had a great day. The staff was so good with my kids, made them feel very confident- they had not fished like this before. I tangled my line a couple of times and they were very patient with me too! We will definitely be fishing with Captain Lou again- we packed lunch, snacks and drinks, it really was a great experience. read more

"Nice Day to see some Harbor Seals!" We lucked out; it was an unseasonably warm day for February, and a great deal on Groupon. The staff and volunteers from the Riverhead Research Foundation were so friendly and knowledgeable. We took our 10 year old who enjoyed seeing 14 seals, 6 of which were close enough to view without binoculars. They do have indoor cabins with heat, but what seals can you see if you are inside?! BRING BINOCULARS, and dress warmly! Gloves and Hats are a must! The total trip is 2 hours, a perfect amount of time to keep your child engaged and off their cellphones! I would highly recommend this adventure in our own backyard! read more

My son and I had a great time!! The boat was clean and the staff was very attentive. We are already looking for our next trip. Thank you!

3rd year on the seal cruise. A delightful way to spend an afternoon,and very relaxing.Staff is very helpful and pleasant,will be back next year. Bought tickets on Groupon, great deal read more

I went to fishing there 1/2 day trip, the whole team nobody getting fish, the captain don't know fishing spot, very bad Service, we got some fish, they said it's no big enough, through out in the ocean, very sad, we went two times but nobody getting fish read more

Had a great time on the sunset cruise!! We received a great price on Groupon. It was such a fun night out - the DJ was great! I will be trying to make this an annual tradition! Thanks!! :) read more

Me, my wife and 3 teenage children went on the 7pm Night Bass/Blues fishing trip. We looked forward to this for a while, but we were disappointed! We came home with 0 fish. I called ahead to find out if the night or morning/day trip would make a difference. The woman I spoke with indicated that didn't really matter. Well... it did! Out of about 20 people, the only fish I saw caught were an eel, robin fish, 1 fluke and 1 small bluefish. We went to one spot and stayed there all night. I've since discovered that other fishing charters will go to different locations to find fish. Towards the end of the trip that's when most of the crew advised that the morning/day trip is much more better. The second star was added because of the friendliness of the crew. read more

Went on a Groupon and sat next to a woman who paid full for her and her two young daughters. Thank goodness we saw the deal because as fun as it was, 75 dollars is steep for 3 people and what you get. The boat itself was pretty clean, bathrooms were a bit better than what you'd expect. There was an upper deck which provided a 360 view and you were allowed to move freely. The ride was smooth and we saw a few seals here and there. I figured we'd be getting a bit of an education on the cruise. Unless you asked questions/were in the very front of the boat there wasn't much of a learning experience. There were a few posters left in the heated cabin on the floor which you could go inside to read. The hot chocolate was awesome, Swiss Miss at its finest. The boat set off and returned exactly on time. Would go again on a Groupon. If I had to pay full price how ever I would probably try one of the other cruises they offer instead. read more

I've gone on their seal watching tours a few times now and the crew is so friendly and knows their audience. They are so down to earth and unpretentious and make sailing with them a fun time. read more

I came here for the 2-hour sunset cruise I got through Groupon with my boyfriend. It was a great experience and fun! The drinks weren't too expensive, $8 for well drinks and $5 for Corona. Everything is cash so make sure you have plenty before getting on the boat! It was a fun experience and would definitely come back again. read more

Had a great time on the seal watch tour. Crew was friendly and helpful! Highly recommend! Easy to get to and plenty of parking very close by. read more

Captain Lou's Fleet is amazing for fishing! We did a half day fluke fishing trip and it was much fun. I had never been fishing before and they were really great at teaching me how to fish. They took us to multiple spots so we had many opportunities to catch fish. We were even able to catch Porgies. I would definitely recommend them for a fishing trip. read more