Celtic Quest FishingPORT JEFFERSON, NEW YORK
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Tienen una tripulacion muy buena es muy bueno para la pesca
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Good captain...has great interaction with anglers. Crew is very quick to assist with rigging, beginners and other matters. Crew takes safety very seriously. Overall, very good experience. Will certainly recommend and return.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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I recommend Celtic Quest, very nice people always there to help you out. It was nice experience for me. Great job.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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We just went out for the afternoon trip and had a great day. 1st of all captain Desmond is great (I believe he's the owner). He wasn't our captain for the trip, but i did speak to him the day before. I had called ahead of time to ask if they had any 110 outlets on the boat so my mom (mom loves fishing and this was her 76th birthday gift, she's on 24hr medical oxygen) could keep her portable oxygen machine charged, and he was very accommodating. He said not to worry, they would set up an area for her and our party of 6 inside the boat with an outlet to charge her machine, and it was no problem. We also had a couple of expired gift certificates that he allowed us to redeem. It's refreshing when you find a business owner who genuinely wants to do right by their customers.
Once we were under way, the captain put us on some fish. It was a little slow to start, but as the day went on we definitely did some catching.
The crew on the boat was very friendly, very knowledgeable and really personable. They helped with everything from getting bait, keeping the boat clean, getting my mom hooked into a fish and passing her the rod  to reel it in,  fileting our catch on the way back.  It was all a truly great experience.  Mom had a great birthday and I thank you all for being who you are, and doing what you do.

We'll definitely be back,
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Excellent service, thanks to these guys we had a good fishing time. They were friendly and treated us like family. I strongly recommend
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Had a great time fishing
The cru did an excellent job!!!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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The crew were amazing ,helping with tackled lines to being there for any questions you had . Very, very friendly.  I recommend it to all the parents to take their kids out . My son loved it .thank you soooo much crltic ctee . You made my son's day ..
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Mike was amazing, made this trip easy and fun.  Would highly recommend, it’s laid back, great fishing, solid staff, worth the time and money.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Your day on the water — Simple as 1, 2, 3. 1. Pick Your Date: Choose the trip that works for you. 2. Show Up 45 Minutes Early: We’ll get everyone checked in and ready. 3. We Handle The Rest: Rods, bait, tackle and crew help included.

YOUR DAY ON THE WATER

Simple As 1 · 2 · 3

  1. Pick Your Date

    Choose the trip that works for you.

  2. Show Up 45 Minutes Early

    We’ll get everyone checked in and ready.

  3. We Handle The Rest

    Rods, bait, tackle and crew help included.

Fishing Trip Rates. Weekday Trips, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM: Adults $80, Seniors $75, Children $65. Weekend & Evening Half-Day Trips, 4 hours: Adults $70, Seniors $65, Children $60. Full Day Fishing / Mattituck location: Adults $115, Seniors $105, Children $90. Veterans save an additional $5 on any trip. Every trip is all-inclusive — rods, bait, and tackle are all provided at no extra charge. Just bring your food and drinks!

Fishing Trip Rates

Weekday Trips

Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Adults
$80
Seniors
$75
Children
$65

Weekend & Evening Half-Day Trips

4 hours

Adults
$70
Seniors
$65
Children
$60

Full Day Fishing

Mattituck location

Adults
$115
Seniors
$105
Children
$90

Veterans save an additional $5 on any trip.Every trip is all-inclusive — rods, bait, and tackle are all provided at no extra charge. Just bring your food and drinks!

Come aboard. We’ll handle the rest.

Join Celtic Quest for an open-boat fishing trip from Port Jefferson Harbor. We provide the rods, reels, bait, tackle and fishing license. Our crew is there to help, whether you’re learning to fish or bringing the kids for their first trip.

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Family Owned & Operated Since 2002

25+
Years in Business
12,000+
Trips Sailed
1,500+
Private Charters
200,000+
Fishermen Served

Celtic Quest Fishing Fleet has proudly been family-owned and operated since 2002, ensuring a personalized and friendly experience for all guests.

Each trip is led by seasoned Captains and Crew who are passionate about sharing their knowledge of Long Island's waters. With their dedication to top-notch service, Celtic Quest continues to be a trusted name in Long Island fishing!

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced fisherman chasing the fish of the season, you'll feel like part of the Celtic Quest family. Book your trip today and experience the difference that family-owned dedication makes!

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Celtic Grace and Celtic Quest IV docked together

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Fleet

All-Inclusive Long Island Fishing Charters

Rods, tackle, and bait are included at no extra charge.

Our friendly crew offers guidance, helps you land your fish, and cleans your catch at the end of the day.

Our vessels are carefully cleaned and maintained for your comfort and safety.

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Celtic Quest IV

Celtic Quest IV at the dockCeltic Quest IV cabinCeltic Quest IV fishing deck
  • 70 ft. long
  • 120 passengers
  • Detroit Diesel 1271

Celtic Grace

Celtic Grace at the dockCeltic Grace cabinCeltic Grace upper deck
  • 80 ft. long
  • 129 passengers
  • Detroit Diesel 1271
  • Fishing Yacht

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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Long Island Fishing Trips

Celtic Quest Fishing Fleet has been family-owned and operated out of Port Jefferson since 2002, with thousands of trips and generations of Long Island families aboard. Every trip is all-inclusive — rods, reels, bait, tackle, and your fishing license are covered — and our crew fillets and bags your catch before you step off the boat.

Weekday trips (Monday–Friday, 9 AM–2 PM) are $80 for adults, $75 for seniors, and $65 for kids. Weekend and evening 4-hour half-day trips are $70 for adults, $65 for seniors, and $60 for kids. Veterans save an additional $5 on any trip. Every trip is all-inclusive — rods, bait, and tackle are provided at no extra charge. Just bring your food and drinks. See dates and book online. You can see every trip, sailing time and fare on our Long Island fishing trips page.

We sail from Port Jefferson Harbor on Long Island’s North Shore, about 60 miles east of NYC, which makes us an easy New York fishing charter — and Port Jefferson trips run all season long. In May we also sail out of Jamesport, and in the fall we run trips from our dock in Mattituck, NY. We fish the calm, protected waters of Long Island Sound — typically 20 minutes to an hour from the dock, wherever the fish are biting. Connecticut guests can even arrive via the Bridgeport–Port Jefferson Ferry, which docks steps from our boats. Not sure which port your trip leaves from? Just give us a call at (631) 928-3926.

No experience needed — most of our guests are beginners, and our mates help with every step, from baiting hooks to reeling in your first fish. Everything is included: rod, reel, bait, tackle, and fishing license. Just bring food, drinks, sunscreen, and a small cooler for your fillets.

It changes with the season: fluke, porgies, sea bass, striped bass, bluefish, and blackfish are the mainstays on Long Island Sound. Spring and fall striper fishing is a season highlight. Check our Fish of the Season page or the trip calendar to see what’s biting right now.

Absolutely — family trips are our specialty. We recommend ages 5 and up, kids 12 and under sail at a child rate, and the boats have clean restrooms, an inside cabin with heat, and life jackets in every size. Non-fishing guests are welcome too.

Yes — the Celtic Quest IV and Celtic Grace are available for private charters: birthdays, corporate outings, team building, bachelor parties, scout trips, and memorials. Open-boat trips run daily in season, and reservations are required — book online or call (631) 928-3926.