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    Shark Bait Family Fishing Charter

    Fish the Ocean City back bays with a knowledgeable crew on a private, family-friendly charter

    From$495incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 or 4 Hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Rods, bait, ice

    Highlights

    Head into the back bays of Ocean City, New Jersey for a family-friendly fishing trip designed for all skill levels. Enjoy time on the water with an experienced captain and crew as you target local species and make lasting memories.

    • Fish the back bays of Ocean City, New Jersey
    • Reel in species like flounder and striped bass
    • Learn techniques with help from an experienced crew
    • Enjoy a safe, family-friendly trip for all skill levels
    • Choose a 2-hour or 4-hour private boat charter

    What's Included

    • Use fishing rods
    • Fish with bait provided
    • Store your catch on ice
    • Go out with an experienced captain and crew

    Things to know

    Your charter includes up to 6 people. Arrive 30 minutes prior to your trip start time.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 14 days in advance for a full refund. No refunds or reschedules within 24 hours of the start time. No-shows are charged the full price.

    FAQs

    Do I need to sign a waiver before the trip?
    Yes. After booking, you’ll receive a waiver link by email that you can forward to others in your group so they can sign as well.

    What happens if I cancel 48 hours to 14 days before my trip?
    Cancellations made inside of 14 days, but at least 48 hours before the activity, are issued a gift card.

    Do you operate in the rain?
    Yes. The charter operates rain or shine.

    What if the operator cancels the trip?
    If the operator cancels the reservation for any reason (including breakdowns or poor weather inside of 7 days), customers will be issued a gift card to be redeemed at a later date.

    If we end the charter early, do we get a refund?
    No. If a customer decides to end their charter or activity early, no refund of any kind is given.

    Experience provided by OCNJ Watersports
    Experience provided by OCNJ Watersports

    How can we help?

    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    2 Hour Private Boat Charter

    $495.55

    Up to 6 People Included

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    4 Hour Private Boat Charter

    $991.10

    Up to 6 People Included

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    Meeting details

    320 Bay Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226

    Review summary

    Families keep coming back year after year to this Ocean City operation, and it's easy to see why. The captains get consistent shoutouts by name – Jack, Rob, Caroline, Aidan, and Max all earn praise for being fun, patient, and great with kids. The tubing and wakeboarding experiences are particular hits, with one reviewer noting their kids bring friends every summer because it's that good. The inflatable aqua park (called The Yard and Totally Tubular) is another crowd-pleaser where kids can climb and bounce to their hearts' content. Parents appreciate the clean facilities and how welcoming the staff is to families. The main concern that pops up involves lifeguard attentiveness at the aqua park. A few parents noticed guards chatting with each other or looking at phones instead of watching the kids, which is understandable given this is an active water environment. There's also been some inconsistency with timing – one family got shortchanged on their session time. The bathrooms could use an upgrade too. Most experiences lean heavily positive though, with multi-generational groups and women's outings praising the sunset cruises and overall vibe. Just note that tubing can get intense for older adults – one person over 45 mentioned feeling the roughness and suggested younger guests might handle it better.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    I took my daughters and their friend tubing yesterday and it was absolutely amazing! We were deciding between doing the boardwalk or doing this and we totally made the right choice! The guy that was working made it safe and fun and even let them listen to music of their choice!! If I didn’t pay gratuity up front and had cash on me I would have totally given him more! The kids are already trying to figure out ways to make money to save up and do it again! Thanks

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    Toni Schmidt

    a year ago

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I took my daughters and their friend tubing yesterday and it was absolutely amazing! We were deciding between doing the boardwalk or doing this and we totally made the right choice! The guy that was working made it safe and fun and even let them listen to music of their choice!! If I didn’t pay gratuity up front and had cash on me I would have totally given him more! The kids are already trying to figure out ways to make money to save up and do it again! Thanks

    Photo of Toni Schmidt

    Toni Schmidt

    a year ago

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