Overnight Adventure to Gulf of Maine's Best Spots
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
16hour overnight fishing adventure targeting tuna and sharksPremium locations including Fippennies Ledge and Caches BankExclusive 4person capacity for personalized Gulf of Maine experience
Listen up, serious anglers – this isn't your typical day trip fishing charter. Adventure and Catch Charters has put together something special here: a 16-hour overnight fishing adventure that'll take you to some of the Gulf of Maine's most legendary fishing grounds. We're talking Fippennies Ledge, Caches Bank, and Three Island Ridge – spots that weekend warriors only dream about reaching. With tuna and shark rods ready to deploy and space for just four dedicated fishermen, this trip separates the real deal from the casual crowd. Weather permitting, of course, because Mother Nature calls the shots out there.
You'll be spending nearly 16 hours on some of the richest fishing waters the Gulf of Maine has to offer, and trust me, that's prime time to get into fish that most people never see. These aren't inshore spots you can hit on a half-day charter – we're talking about structures and banks that require a serious commitment to reach. Fippennies Ledge sits in deep water where the big boys cruise, while Caches Bank has been producing trophy fish for decades. Three Island Ridge? That's where the real magic happens when conditions line up right. The small group size means you're not fighting for rod space or competing with a crowd when the action heats up. Plus, you'll have access to heavy tackle specifically rigged for tuna and sharks – the kind of gear that can handle whatever decides to grab your bait out there.
We're talking serious offshore fishing here, so forget about your freshwater setup. The boat comes equipped with tuna rods and shark tackle that can handle fish in the triple digits. Think heavy conventional reels spooled with 80-pound test, circle hooks that won't straighten under pressure, and wire leaders that can take some serious abuse. The fishing style varies depending on what we're targeting – chunking for tuna means cutting up bait and creating a slick that draws fish from miles away, while shark fishing often involves deploying baits at different depths and waiting for that telltale screaming reel. These offshore structures we're hitting create upwellings that concentrate baitfish, and where there's bait, there are predators. The captain knows how to read the water, watch for birds working, and position the boat where the fish want to be. With 16 hours to work with, we can move between spots if one area goes quiet.
The Gulf of Maine is famous for its bluefin tuna, and for good reason. These fish are absolute bulldozers when they're feeding, often showing up in schools that'll keep you busy for hours. Bluefins here typically run anywhere from school fish in the 40-60 pound range up to giants that can push 200-300 pounds or more. Summer through early fall is prime time, when they're chasing mackerel, herring, and pogies along the banks and ledges. What makes catching them so addictive is their power – a big bluefin will test every piece of equipment you have and push your endurance to the limit. They're also incredibly smart fish that can humble even experienced anglers. As for sharks, the Gulf of Maine serves up several species including makos, threshers, and blue sharks. Makos are the prize here – they're the fastest shark in the ocean and fight like nothing else when hooked. These fish can reach speeds over 40 mph and have a habit of going airborne when they're angry. Blue sharks are more common and provide steady action, while thresher sharks offer a unique challenge with their distinctive long tail that they use to stun baitfish.
Look, trips like this don't come around every day, and they definitely don't stay available for long. When you combine world-class fishing grounds, small group sizes, and the kind of extended time on the water that lets you really get into fish, you've got something special. The overnight format means you're not racing against the clock – you can work a bite properly, move between productive areas, and put in the time it takes to connect with trophy-class fish. Just remember this trip is weather dependent, which is exactly how it should be for serious offshore fishing. The captain isn't going to risk your safety or waste your time heading out in marginal conditions. Pack your own food and drinks since meals aren't included, bring layers for the overnight portion, and get ready for the kind of fishing adventure that'll have you planning your next trip before you even hit the dock. Adventure and Catch Charters has earned their reputation by putting anglers on fish in the Gulf of Maine's best spots – now it's your turn to see what all the talk is about.
Newington, NH