Damn Good Bonito Fishing Charters In Jamaica Bay

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 2 bonito trips in Jamaica Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Inshore Fishing NY/NJ/NYC guided by Vinnie and NY/NJ/NYC Inshore - 25' guided by Vinnie.

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Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bonito in Jamaica Bay as well as flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Jamaica Bay are artificial lure fishing, fly fishing, and light tackle fishing but live bait fishing and sight casting are popular as well.

Prices for bonito in Jamaica Bay can range anywhere from about $700 to $950, but the average price for a full day trip for bonito in Jamaica Bay is $825.

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

The most popular season for bonito fishing in Jamaica Bay is summer, and most anglers book their trips 0 days in advance.

See here for more information on bonito fishing licenses in Jamaica Bay, bonito bag limits, and fishing season regulations for bonito in Jamaica Bay. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right bonito rules and regulations in Jamaica Bay.