Rocket Charters offers New York Harbor’s finest fishing experience, docked at SkyPort Marina right on the East River in Manhattan, led by Captain Tony. The business is built around a genuinely distinctive concept: a turnkey, after-work fishing charter, letting guests head straight from the office to the dock, change into casual clothes in the cabin, and be fishing some of the East Coast’s most sought-after game fish within minutes of leaving work.
Rocket Charters has been picked by New York Magazine as “Best of New York,” with the crew known for deep local knowledge of the best tides, spots, and timing across New York Harbor. Every trip is fully turnkey, with all rods, reels, tackle, and bait provided, plus a meal enjoyed while fishing against the backdrop of the New York City skyline — guests simply show up and enjoy the day. The catch is cleaned before returning to shore, with the season running April 20 through October 31.
Morning, mid-day, and evening trips run 4 hours for 1-5 passengers at $1,650 complete (a sixth passenger adds $150). Full-day trips run 7 hours for 1-5 passengers at $1,850 complete, available upon request. A $775 deposit is required for all reservations, with a two-week cancellation window for a full refund or transfer.
With 12 reviews at a 4.7 average, guests consistently describe Captain Tony as a welcoming, highly professional guide who makes the day genuinely exciting from the moment they step onto the dock.
For professionals and groups in Manhattan looking for a convenient, all-inclusive after-work fishing charter on New York Harbor, Rocket Charters offers a distinctive, highly reviewed operation with Captain Tony out of SkyPort Marina.
