Our Montauk Fishing Vessels
32′ SeaVee & 35′ Bruno Sportfisherman
Meet the Moondance Fleet
Two proven Montauk fishing charter vessels to match your trip: the fast, offshore-ready 32′ SeaVee for tuna runs and quick strikes, and the 35′ Bruno Sportfisherman—a clean, comfortable, USCG-certified boat with plenty of room for families and crews targeting striped bass, bluefish, sea bass and porgy.
32′ SeaVee — Speed to the Bite
Twin 400 hp outboards • 25° deadrise • Offshore performance
- Fast runs to tuna grounds and rips
- Soft, dry ride in heavy seas (25° deadrise)
- Open deck layout for jigging, popping & trolling
- Dialed for tuna, striped bass, bluefish, sea bass
35′ Bruno Sportfisherman — Comfort & Safety
USCG Certified • Wide, stable & roomy • Caterpillar 3208 (375 hp)
- Comfortable, safe, and spacious for families & groups
- Restored in 2017; cruises ~20 knots
- Bathroom, couches, Sirius radio; latest nav & safety gear
- Life raft, jackets, 2 EPIRBs, GPS, radar, VHF, fishfinder
32′ SeaVee — Fast Offshore Performance
Twin 400 hp outboards • 25° deadrise • 9′4″ beam • Legendary dry ride
Built for speed and efficiency, our 32′ SeaVee reaches the tuna grounds fast and rides soft in heavy seas. It’s a modern center console with smart ergonomics—ideal for Montauk tuna charters and quick strikes for striped bass, bluefish, sea bass and porgy.
- Speed Twin 400 hp
- Ride 25° deadrise
- Beam 9′4″
- Draft 20″
- Fuel 310 gal
Why Anglers Love This Boat
- Speed to the bite: twin 400 hp outboards for fast offshore runs
- Soft, dry ride: sharp bow + 25° deadrise for heavy-sea comfort
- Fishability: open deck, stable drifts, efficient layout
- Montauk-ready: tuned for tuna, striped bass, sea bass & bluefish
Tactics We Use
- Jigging heavy metals on marks and life
- Popping topwater when tuna push bait
- Trolling spread for search & coverage
- Electronics-driven run-and-gun to stay on biomass
Core Specs & Standard Features
- LOA: 32′5″
- Beam: 9′4″ • Draft: 20″
- Hull deadrise: 25°
- Fresh water: 40 gal
- Max engines: 2
- Weight (w/o engines): 7,220 lbs
- Hydraulic steering & performance trim tabs
- Dual water separators & dual bilge pumps
- Dual marine AGM batteries & breaker panels
- 60-gal live bait well with pump
- Two insulated fish boxes
- Self-bailing non-skid cockpit • heavy-duty rub rail
- Console storage & lockable rod storage
- Navigation lighting • dual-card compass
- Anchor locker / windlass compartment
- 10-year hull warranty
35′ Bruno Sportfisherman — Comfortable, Safe & Roomy
USCG Certified • Wide & stable hull • Caterpillar 3208 (375 hp) • Cruises ~20 knots
The SeaHorse is our classic 35′ Bruno Sportfisherman—a clean, spacious and very stable boat that keeps everyone comfortable and safe. Fully restored in 2017 and outfitted with the latest navigation and safety gear, it’s perfect for families and crews targeting striped bass, bluefish, sea bass and porgy on your Montauk fishing charter.
- Comfort Couches • Bathroom
- Safety USCG Certified
- Stability Wide & very stable
- Power CAT 3208 • 375 hp
- Cruise ~20 knots
Why Anglers Love This Boat
- Comfortable, safe & roomy: perfect for families and groups
- Wide, stable platform for an easy, confidence-inspiring ride
- Relax between bites: cushioned couches, bathroom, Sirius radio
- Productive layout: big cockpit with plenty of room to fish
Best For
- Inshore & nearshore trips from Montauk
- Striped bass, bluefish, sea bass, porgy
- Mixed-experience crews, families, corporate outings
Core Specs & Onboard Equipment
- LOA: 35′
- Power: Caterpillar 3208 • 375 hp
- Cruise: ~20 knots
- USCG Certified vessel
- Restored: 2017
- Very stable wide-beam hull
- Clean, well-kept & ready to fish on arrival
- Safety: life raft, life jackets, 2 EPIRBs
- Crew: CPR-trained
- Nav/Electronics: GPS, radar, VHF, fishfinder
- Amenities: bathroom (head), couches, Sirius radio
- Large cooler with ice for food & drinks
Additional Information
We want your Montauk fishing charter to be smooth, safe, and productive. Here’s what to expect onboard every trip.
Fishing Gear Included
We supply all the rods, reels, rigs, and bait needed for each target species. Every setup is matched to the fish you’ll be chasing, so you can focus on the fight, not the gear.
Ready & Clean
When you arrive, the boat will be clean and fully prepped. A large cooler stocked with ice keeps your food and drinks cold all day, and the deck is always kept tidy by our crew.
Your Mate Onboard
The mate will rig tackle, give instruction if needed, and assist throughout the trip. He ensures the boat stays clean and safe while helping you land fish. A customary 20% gratuity is appreciated.
Half Day Trip
$1600
Full Day Trip
$2400
Extended Day (12 hours)
$2800
Canyon Trip By Request (Call captain)
$3100
Plan Ahead for Your Montauk Fishing Charter
Cancellation Policy
For all Moondance Charters bookings, safety comes first. In case of inclement weather, we’ll try to reschedule your Montauk fishing charter. If rescheduling isn’t possible, your deposit will be refunded in full or applied to your next trip.
10-day advance notice required.
What to Bring on Your Charter
- Sunblock (always important)
- Layers: shorts, sweats, jeans, rain shell or light coat
- Lunch & small cooler (additional ice/cooler space onboard)
- Beverages / ice, sunglasses, and a baseball hat
- Warm hoody/jacket—Montauk mornings can be chilly
- Seasick meds (patch 6–8 hrs prior; pill at bedtime & 1 hr pre-departure)
- Closed-toe shoes required
- No illegal drugs aboard
Your catch will be cleaned and bagged at the end of the trip by the mate.