5.0(3 Reviews)Full Day Deep Sea Charter from Point Pleasant
5.0(3 reviews)
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
Private 8hour deep sea fishing charter accommodates 6 guestsSeasonal trips run April through December departing at 6:00 AMTarget cod and other offshore species from Point Pleasant
Looking for a serious fishing adventure off the New Jersey coast? Captain David Riback's Purple Jet Sport Fishing runs one of the top-rated private charters out of Point Pleasant, and this 8-hour deep sea trip is what serious anglers talk about. We're talking about a real working boat that gets you to the productive waters where the big fish live, not some tourist trap. This seasonal charter runs from mid-April through mid-December, hitting the water at 6 AM when the fish are most active. Your private group of up to 6 anglers gets the entire boat to yourselves, which means more fishing time, better access to the best spots, and Captain David's full attention on putting you on fish.
This isn't your typical half-day trip where you barely get your sea legs before heading back to the dock. Eight hours gives us real time to work the offshore structure, follow the bait, and adapt to what the fish are doing that day. Captain David knows these waters like the back of his hand - we're talking 20-plus years of running charters out of Point Pleasant. The boat is well-maintained and equipped with quality electronics, so we can mark fish, find the temperature breaks, and stay on productive water all day. You'll start the morning targeting whatever's hot - could be stripers on the structure, or we might run out to the canyons for tuna if conditions are right. The beauty of a private charter is flexibility. If the cod are biting deep, we stay deep. If the bonito show up chasing bait on top, we grab the spinning gear and get after them. No rushing, no crowds, just good fishing with a captain who knows how to put you on fish.
Depending on what we're targeting, we'll run everything from conventional trolling setups to live bait rigs. For the tuna fishing, we typically pull spreader bars and cedar plugs, working the temperature breaks and current edges where these pelagics feed. When we're after stripers around the structure, we'll drop live bunker or work chunks on circle hooks - Captain David knows exactly how to present baits in the current to get strikes. The boat carries quality Penn and Shimano reels spooled with fresh line, but feel free to bring your own gear if you've got favorites. For the deep water cod fishing, we use conventional bottom rigs with enough weight to hold in the current, usually running multiple hooks to maximize your shots when you find a school. The key is reading the electronics, understanding the current, and putting baits where the fish want them. Captain David handles all the technical stuff - finding fish, reading water, adjusting to conditions - while you focus on the fun part of actually fighting and landing fish.
"Had a great time with Captain David on Purple Jet Sport Fishing. He knew all the best spots and ensured we had a successful trip. The boat was clean and well-equipped. Can't wait to book another adventure!" - Sarah
"What an incredible fishing adventure with Purple Jet Sport Fishing! Captain David Riback's expertise and enthusiasm made our trip unforgettable. We caught some impressive fish and had an amazing time. Highly recommend!" - Jessica
"Had a fantastic time fishing with Captain David on Purple Jet Sport Fishing. He was friendly, experienced, and ensured everyone had a memorable experience. The boat was well-equipped, and we had a successful day of fishing." - Laura
Striped Bass are the bread and butter of New Jersey fishing, and for good reason. These fish run anywhere from schoolie size up to genuine cows pushing 40-plus pounds. Spring and fall are prime time when they're staging around the structure and feeding heavily before their migrations. Stripers fight dirty - they'll use the current, dive for structure, and make long powerful runs that'll test your drag. What makes them special is they're willing biters when you find them, and they're excellent table fare. We target them around the reefs, wrecks, and lumps where they ambush baitfish.
Atlantic Bonito show up in summer and early fall, usually when water temperatures hit the mid-60s and warmer. These are speed demons - think of them as small tunas with attitude. They school up chasing bait on the surface, creating some of the most exciting sight fishing you'll find off New Jersey. When bonito are feeding, you'll see birds diving and bait spraying out of the water. They hit lures hard and fast, then make blistering runs that'll smoke your drag. Most run 3-8 pounds, but they fight like fish twice their size.
Atlantic Cod are the winter warriors, with peak action from late fall through early spring when water temperatures drop. These bottom dwellers live around structure in deeper water, and they can grow impressively large - 20-30 pound fish aren't uncommon, with some real giants pushing 40-plus. Cod are excellent eating, which makes them a customer favorite. They tend to school up, so when you find them, you can often catch multiple fish from the same spot. The key is getting fresh bait down to them and keeping it in the strike zone.
Bigeye Tuna are the deep water prizes, typically found in the canyon waters during summer months. These are legitimate big game fish that can weigh 100 pounds or more. They feed deep during the day, often 300-500 feet down, requiring specialized tackle and techniques. When you hook a bigeye, you know it immediately - they make powerful, sustained runs that can take hundreds of yards of line. The fight often lasts 30-45 minutes or more, making them the ultimate test for serious anglers.
Albacore Tuna, or "albies," are smaller than their bigeye cousins but make up for it with pure speed and fight. They typically run 15-40 pounds and show
This restored 48-foot Henriques sportfisher is your ticket to serious offshore fishing from Point Pleasant. Built tough in 1985 and given new life in 2015, she's powered by twin 550HP Lugger diesels that'll cruise you out to the fishing grounds at 23 knots. The flybridge gives you commanding views while you're hunting for fish, and with radar and GPS, you'll navigate safely in any conditions. Down below, there's AC to beat the heat, a full galley for prepping bait or cooking your catch, plus a head and sleeping quarters for longer runs. The fish finder will help you locate schools, while the icebox and refrigerator keep your catch fresh and your drinks cold. Whether you're targeting cod or chasing whatever's biting, this boat handles big water with ease and has room for your whole crew to fish comfortably.
Thunnus AlalungaThese smaller tunas pack serious speed and fight, typically running 20-45 pounds with extra-long pectoral fins. We find them in deep, warm water offshore during summer months, often in massive schools that can stretch for miles. They're constantly moving since they need to keep water flowing over their gills to breathe. Guests love the consistent action when we locate a school, plus albacore is the only tuna that can legally be called "white meat tuna" - it's outstanding eating. They're daytime feeders that hit live bait and swimming plugs. Here's the key: when you hook the first fish, work fast. If it escapes, it'll spook the whole school and they'll disappear. Keep multiple lines ready.
Sarda SardaThese silver speedsters are built like torpedoes and fight twice their weight. Most run 3-8 pounds with dark stripes along their backs. You'll find schools feeding on the surface in summer and early fall, usually 5-15 miles offshore in 60-200 feet of water. They're not great eating here in Jersey, but man do they put up a fight - hitting 40 mph when hooked. Guests love the fast action since they travel in huge schools. When you find one, you've found hundreds. They hit almost anything moving - small spoons, jigs, or live bait. Pro tip: when you see birds working the surface, get there fast. Bonito feed in feeding frenzies that can disappear quickly, so have your lines ready.
Gadus MorhuaCod are the bread and butter of our deep water fishing, running 5-20 pounds with that distinctive barbel under their chin. We target them in 80-200 feet over rocky bottom and wrecks, especially during cooler months from late fall through early spring. They're bottom dwellers that love structure where they hunt crabs and smaller fish. What guests love most is the excellent eating - firm, flaky white meat that's hard to beat. These fish don't fight as hard as some species, but they're steady pullers that keep your rod bent. Best tip I can share: use fresh clams or squid strips near the bottom, and don't set the hook too hard. Their mouths are soft and you'll pull the hook right through.
Thunnus ObesusThese deep-water bruisers are the prize of offshore fishing, averaging 100-200 pounds with some pushing 400. You'll find them in 200+ feet of water, often deeper than other tunas since they can handle low-oxygen zones. Best fishing happens at dawn and dusk when they move up to feed. What makes bigeye special is the incredible fight and premium meat quality - this is sushi-grade tuna worth serious money. They're stronger than yellowfin and can dive deep, testing your tackle to the limit. The meat is rich, fatty, and highly prized by restaurants. Key tip: fish just before dark with short, stocky lures in darker colors. Their big eyes are sensitive to light, so they feed better in dim conditions.
Morone SaxatilisThese legendary fighters run 20-40 pounds on average, with those distinctive black stripes making them easy to spot. Stripers love structure - we find them around wrecks, drop-offs, and rock piles in 30-80 feet of water. Spring and fall migrations bring the best action when they're feeding heavily on bunker and herring. What makes them special? They fight hard, taste great, and you never know if the next one might be a 50-pounder. The meat is sweet and flaky - perfect for the dinner table. Here's a tip: when we're working a school, keep your bait moving. Stripers are aggressive feeders but they want something that looks alive. Dead-sticking rarely works with these fish.
5.0 out of 5.0Had a great time with Captain David on Purple Jet Sport Fishing. He knew all the best spots and ensured we had a successful trip. ...
What an incredible fishing adventure with Purple Jet Sport Fishing! Captain David Riback's expertise and enthusiasm made our trip ...
Had a fantastic time fishing with Captain David on Purple Jet Sport Fishing. He was friendly, experienced, and ensured everyone ha...
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