Had only heard good things about this whale-watching tour and I had been trying to go for a while…read more Finally a date worked out and we got tickets the same day, so happy it worked out. The boat itself is clean and has enough room to move around while you're riding out to where you'll see sea life. The crew has clearly been doing this for a very long time and is incredibly knowledgeable. We had perfect weather and saw many dolphins and even saw some whales! It's a group activity for the whole ship to keep an eye out for some movement but it's so exciting when you do spot a whale tail pop out of the water. The whales were very active and we saw a few different ones before the ship was starting to turn back to head toward Brooklyn. As we were heading home we saw a two whale breeches so the captain turned the ship back around so we could see as much as possible. I was able to ask whatever questions I had about the whales to the crew and they always had answers. You can bring food aboard, and I believe on the lower level there is a little concession stand (I sat up top and stayed up there the whole time). Highly recommend a jacket or sweater as once you're out on open water the breeze kicks in.

Whale watching right in New York City? Of course! It's amazing to think you can do something so…read morenautical and full of marine life from one of NYC's Boroughs, but it's true as American Princess Cruises offers up whale watching adventures right out of Brooklyn. My wife and I did this just the other day and it was absolutely awesome. Truth be told, this was actually our second outing with APC as we had already had a fantastic time with them back in 2019 searching for sea mammals. Knowing my wife (girlfriend at that '19 time) loved it, I went to see if American PC was still a thing (especially after Covid times) and they most certainly are! Their boat launch location is different (now in Sheapshead Bay as opposed to Breezy Point), but it still is the same great cruise line. What makes it great? Well the boat is of reasonable size that could fit about 100 folks. It has inside and outside seating as well as a small snack bar with some simple foods to nosh on and an array of drinks (including beer and wine) to partake in. You can also bring on some basic food (we did bagels) to eat if you would like. I will say the bathrooms might leave something to be desired, but find me a small boat with a luxurious bathroom (you won't be able to). What's really most important here is the actual whale watching experience with American Princess and their crew. The APC website boasts some pretty regular whale (and dolphin) viewing and it shows as these guys know how to spot and track whales. What's nice to know is they do everything under a "Whale Sense" program that trains them to ensure all watching and following happens under proper distances and laws. Naturalist Celia explained all this and much more about whales themselves throughout our 3 hour and change trip. She was incredibly informative and pretty friendly from start to finish as she was helpful in pointing things out on the water. Other crew members (including the captain) did the same which helped in keeping us looking in the right direction. Directions like time were important (they used the "o'clock" method) because we definitely needed them to point us in the correct location. Starting early in our trip we began spotting whales. There were 3 humpbacks total that were spotted as well as a minke whale (which I had never heard of) and is apparently rarer to see. The trip was finished off with a pod of about thirty dolphins jumping and playing around our boat which was super cool. Overall, I highly recommend whale watching with American Princess Cruises. If you thought you needed to go out of Long Island in Montauk or this was some kind of Nordic European thing you could only do then you thought wrong! American Princess Cruises gives you everything you need to safely and enjoyably watch some sea mammal life right from an NYC Borough. Who knew? I did! And now you do too.

The boat Marilyn Jean IV is kept well. When we arrived the deck was being hosed down and mopped up…read more The crew is attentive and will help you get on the fish. The water was very choppy and the captain had to constantly move us back to our spot to get on the fish. The crew was patient and cool people to fish with. The morning and night crowd are typically the more experienced fisherman. The 2-6 pm time is more family oriented. Either way it was a great experience and will go fishing again next time in town.

Huge shout out to the owner Tony! I called in to ask some questions about fishing and he was just…read moresuper awesome, helpful, and kind. I'm excited for the upcoming fishing trip with you all!

PLEASE DO NOT CONFUSE the Pink Lady Freedom Cruise with Queen of Hearts- I did and quickly fixed my…read moremistake. Currently I am talking with Hiller PC, Law Firm and a NYC reporter with my experience with Queen of Hearts! If you bought the scam tickets when you were on your way to the Staton Island Ferry then you bought them for Pier 36 not Pier 7! The Freedom Cruise, Pink Lady sails out of Pier 7 Brooklyn NOT Pier 36 Queen of Hearts! Jill at Queen of Hearts told me personally that they hire a third party that sells tickets when you get off the subway! Here are the tickets I bought for Pier 36 - Queen of Hearts!

I bought the Living Social deal for the noon brunch cruise and went with my three friends (one who…read moregot seasick, another who was drowsy from taking motion sickness medicine... hah). Using a deal: Simple enough! If you buy a deal, email them your voucher number and the date/time of your preferred cruise (pick from their website) and they mark your reservation. If you're booking for more than one person, email your voucher numbers together in one email so you all get the same reservation. You then print out your voucher and bring it with you the day of. The Pink Lady was docked at Pier 7 and we checked in with Captain Anthony in 10 seconds. They board 15 minutes before departure, so my friends and I went to a nearby cafe to wait since it was really hot. Boat: Yacht is as depicted on their website. Two restrooms in the back (clean), food is placed on tables in the front along with coffee/tea on the first level, bar's on the other side. Everyone sits first come first serve, so if you're with a big group, get in line early so you don't get split up! We sat with a cute elderly couple and there were two extra seats at our table. Food & drinks: "Brunch" food/lunch buffet consisted of chicken, roast beef, ham and turkey wraps, salad, 2-3 different kinds of cold pasta salads and diced fruit. My friends and I were excited about the buffet and were a bit underwhelmed (we really wanted eggs! lol) but hey, you get what you pay for. Expect a 5-10 minute during the first rush. They ran out of pasta salad after the first long line, but had 2-3 platters of wraps. Drinks... my tequila sunrise tasted like sugar water, but my friend said hers was strong. Bartender was quick. Sights: You cruise from Sheepshead Bay to the Verrazano Bridge (one hour each way) and you get a great view of Coney Island and Seagate park! The captain also announces the sights as you pass by. Overall: Worth checking out for the views, especially if you love being out at sea,or have never been on a cruise around NYC. Don't expect too much from the buffet/unlimited drinks (and the cramped lines at the beginning), but you'll be full when you leave... and maybe drunk if you really do visit the bar often enough lol. Captain and crew members were very courteous; they help you get on/off the boat and also helped take away our garbage; tips are expected at the end.

Fishing Trip! We had a great time aboard the Sea Queen!…read moreCaught lots of fish, and the crew was super helpful and attentive. Captain Steve really knows where to find them and made nice conversation. It was excellent family fun, and I highly recommend it for a trip with the kids.

I'm writing this review to let other potential customers know that there aren't any regulations…read moreabout smoking or drinking on the boat. Other than this despite not catching anything (seemed slow all around) the trip would have been fine. We had a 5 hour ride I assume trying to find fish but a group of friends in front of us kept smoking cigarettes like clock work. It was disgusting to keep inhaling smoke for those 5 hours. I wish people were more mindful of others (also, my niece who is a child was to my left inhaling all that crap). My sister took a trip before and said that wasn't as bad on her trip. Maybe it was just my unlucky trip, but I just can't recommend it knowing I would pay $70 to be in what felt like the club and not fishing. To the captain: You do have a big boat! I would have moved if there was enough space as you saw there was quite a bit of people last night. I also came with my family and it was a group of us. Again, I wrote this to let others know. My sister still enjoyed and will be back. Best, Diana

I have taken the 3 hour trip from upstate Schenectady NY to Sheepshead Bay many times. This is by…read morefar my favorite charter! I have brought my wife, children, in-laws, & friends on multiple occasions with absolute confidence everyone will have a great time. The captain makes sure everyone has the best chance to find fish while the deckhands seem to enjoy some unspoken battle amongst themselves to see who can be the most helpful! You will never go without bait. Rods & reels provided for the whole family. Even if you bring your own gear, they have it so dialed in from the rod size to the reel capacity to the line diameter to the oz & hook sizes! Respectfully leave your gear home. It's worth the $5-$10 to let them do it. Then after you fill your cooler, they gladly clean your catch to your liking (dressed or filleted)

Very helpful crew and knowledgable captain. I had my own tackle, so I cannot comment on the quality…read moreof the boat's gear. All in all, a very fun day on the water.

Some fishing boats take you over by Coney Island, or along the Breezy Point coast…read more Donna G took us fishing along flipping Long Island!! I felt like I was on the set of the Deadliest Catch! Patience is a virtue, and this crew definitely had it last Saturday. Let me first start off by saying that Captain Dom and his crew are totally chill, laid back, and just plain awesome! These are men and women that know the sea, and actually give you helpful tips on how to properly fish if this is your first voyage; really family friendly. Make sure you pack the following: 1) a towel to sit on 2) antibacterial 3) toilet paper (trust me) 4) pack snacks or sandwiches 5) CASH 6) BYOB!!!!! That's right!! They do offer drinks on board for a small cash fee, but you can totally fill your cooler up with anything your heart desires! SWEET! Usually, you are fishing for fluke, and fluke alone - but on our trip, people caught porgies, blue fish, sea bass and fluke! Loved the variety! Captain Dom took about well over an hour before we dropped anchor at our first fishing attempt. The further the day went, the further out we went, and the more fish were caught! What was the totals? Me: Seven - no keepers My Beau: Three - one was a keeper! We will DEFINITELY be back! Best way to contact? Try Captain Dom after 4 PM on a weekday to schedule!

Captain Dom is great. Recently took a trip on the Donna G boat and had a wonderful time. Crew is…read morevery courteous and helpful. We caught our limit of fluke. Can't wait to go back to fish with the fluke specialist.

Midnight Fleet is a popular fishing charter in Sheepshead Bay Brooklyn, New York. It is known for…read moreits 8:30am-3:30pm and 7pm-12am daily fishing trips, Along with its private charters for species like porgies, fluke, bluefish and striped bass. They provide the bait for free, fishing rods can be rented if you don't have your own; fish cleaning services are offered at a cost. They cater to both beginners and experienced anglers with a focus on seasonal catches following fishing regulations. Trip types Day trips: 8:30am-3:00pm targeting the in season species. Night Fishing: A 5-hour trip every evening from 7 pm to 12 am, targeting species like striped bass and bluefish. Private Charters: Customizable 7-hour deep-sea trips for a more personal experience. Special Events: They also offer trips for events like the Macy's Fireworks and school trips. What to expect Targeted Fish: Catches vary by season but often include porgies, sea bass, fluke, blackfish, bluefish and striped bass. Included: captain, and crew. Rentals: Rods are available for rent. Services: Fish cleaning is available for a fee. Regulations: They follow all fishing laws, so small fish must be released. Location: 2600 Emmons Avenue Brooklyn, New York( pier 1)

Captain Jeff is the best!! Friendly service. Makes you feel…read morelike family. Bonus: They clean the fish for you *for a small fee of course. I only fish with Captain Jeff and the Midnight Fleet.

My original fishing expedition got cancelled because there weren't enough people so they directed…read moreme to Brooklyn VI. It was a stormy cloudy day with rain on the horizon and really choppy waves. I was told that it was not a good day for fishing. The captain tried very hard to find us fish and it was one of the best fishing trips ever. I went with my brother and father for my father's birthday. We got 2 buckets full of porgies on a "bad fishing day"!!!! I can only imagine what a good day would look like with those experienced fishermen. Thank you!!!

Okay, so I just came on here to read the reviews out of curiosity & send the yelp link to my cousin…read morewho I want to bring fishing. I personally have been fishing with Brooklyn VI for years with a large group of friends. I have never sought out another boat because of the following: - They have a cool and helpful staff. - If nothing is biting, they ALWAYS tell us to stop and drive out deeper to find a better location. - I literally always have to STOP fishing because I catch too many Blues (don't have the freezer room). The first time I fished with them I caught 9 big blues. I always catch a bunch and then chill the rest of the trip and talk to friends who are pooped. On one trip, my son was about 9 at the time - he caught 3 or 4 by himself and the staff of course pulled the fish in for him. -They clean the fish for you which saves me so much trouble. I don't want to call anyone a liar but I will say, after what, 7 years of fishing with Brooklyn VI, I've NEVER seen the shore when we start fishing, never! I WILL say that I've only fished the weekend 7pm trips so I can only comment on that.