First Light Sportfishing 

5.0/5 (145 reviews)
 Sesuit Neck Road, East Dennis, MA 02641, Verenigde Staten

First Light Sportfishing 

5.0/5 (145 reviews)
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Sesuit Neck Road
East Dennis, MA, Verenigde Staten

First Light Sportfishing offers a range of trips out of out of East Dennis, MA. Fish Cape Cod Bay and beyond for anything from Bluefish and Stripers to Bluefin and Sharks. Captain Jeff Perry offers fun, kid-friendly days out as well as some of the toughest sportfishing you can find. He guarantees a great experience for everyone, from complete beginners to seasoned experts.

The “First Light” is a 37’ custom-built Duffy downeaster powered by a safe, dependable 500 HP Yanmar diesel. She has state-of-the-art electronics and a full array of safety gear to make your trip productive and worry-free. The First Light is very well kept with a clean private head (toilet) and a comfortable couch if you want to get out of the elements. If your party is greater than 6 and you would like an additional boat we have you covered.  The Rising Sun is a part of our fleet.

Centrally located in Cape Cod Bay, you’ll be close to the best fishing grounds around. This means more time fishing and less time riding. Inshore trips will have your lines in the water just 20 minutes after leaving the dock. Even deep sea charters don’t usually go more than 25 miles out.

When fishing inshore, your primary target species will be Striped Bass and Bluefish. Head out on a full-day trip and you will either be chasing Bluefin Tuna or wrestling with monster Sharks. Makos, Threshers, Blues, and Porbeagles all hit incredible sizes in these legendary waters.

Capt. Jeff has been running charters on Cape Cod for over 35 years. He’s fished from Maine to Mexico, giving him the skills to adapt to any situation onboard. On top of this, he’s an EMT firefighter, so you can be sure that safety is a priority onboard.

An experienced captain with a well-maintained boat, heading into some of the best fishing grounds on the East Coast – this is the recipe for a very special trip. All the equipment is rigged and ready, so jump aboard and go catch some fish!

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Customer reviews

Beoordelingsoverzicht

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 145 reviews
Boot
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (102)

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Fantastic Outing
Fantastic Outing
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Beoordeling van Vissers

139
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

99%

Appropriate for children

97%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

94%

Showing 1 - 5 of 145 reviews
Showing: 5 of 145 reviews
David J.
David J.
5.0/5

Jul 2, 2025

6 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues

Fantastic trip!

GECONTROLEERD

Had a great trip with Captain Jason Perry, of Rising Sun Sportfishing, filling in for his father, Jeff, on the First Light. My crew was myself, my son, and my 8 year old grandson. Jason had us on the striped bass early in the trip, and it was only and hour or so before we had our three fish limit plus several released fish. Then we transitioned to flounder fishing. Once lines were in, it was non-stop action. We caught our limit of flounder in a couple hours, sometimes two at a time. The mate, Mason, was great to work with. He was very patient and helpful with my grandson, and educated my son and I on the techniques that produce fish. We actually asked Jason to bring us in an hour or so early since my grandson was tired and we had a lot of fish to clean. The captain and mate took care of the fish cleaning, and we went back to our rental with a full cooler. I highly recommend this charter!

Had a great trip with Captain Jason Perry, of Rising Sun Sportfishing, filling in for his father, Jeff, on the First Light. My...  

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Gary M.
Gary M.
5.0/5

Oct 11, 2025

4 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues (PM)

Fantastic Outing

GECONTROLEERD

Captain Jeff and First Mate Jason couldn't have been better. It was the end of the season, so catching fish wasn't a given, and they managed to find where they were and guide to a bounty. They're super helpful and relaxed and I will book them again in a heartbeat.

Captain Jeff and First Mate Jason couldn't have been better. It was the end of the season, so catching fish wasn't a given, and...  

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An M.
An M.
5.0/5

Aug 25, 2025

4 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues (AM)

Great Experience

GECONTROLEERD

We have been on a few fishing trips over the years and this one was probably the best. Not only did we catch a ton of fish but both Captain Jeff and Mason were great hosts. The boat was very comfortable too - we normally have to stand as we fish but we all had chairs.

We have been on a few fishing trips over the years and this one was probably the best. Not only did we catch a ton of fish but...  

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Marcus S.
Marcus S.
5.0/5

Jul 26, 2025

6 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues

Great boat, Captain, and Mate

GECONTROLEERD

Went on a trip with my son and two nephews. One nephew is 22 and my son and other nephew are 13 and 11. We let the youngest two predominantly fish and the crew was awesome with them. We had a good day fishing and would highly recommend this boat and crew.

Went on a trip with my son and two nephews. One nephew is 22 and my son and other nephew are 13 and 11. We let the youngest two...  

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Timothy W.
Timothy W.
5.0/5

Jul 4, 2025

4 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues (AM)

Tagged out

GECONTROLEERD

Awesome trip, Captain Jeff is an expert captain, great guy and another incredible outing with him. We tagged out with 6 keepers for our group of 6, plus many other oversized we released. Already looking forward to the next trip.

Awesome trip, Captain Jeff is an expert captain, great guy and another incredible outing with him. We tagged out with 6 keepers...  

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4 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues (AM)
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues (PM)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip - Sharks
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US $1,300 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip - Tuna
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Customer reviews

Beoordelingsoverzicht

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 145 reviews
Boot
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (102)

Fantastic Outing
Fantastic Outing
Fantastic Outing
+99

Beoordeling van Vissers

139
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

99%

Appropriate for children

97%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

94%

Showing 1 - 5 of 145 reviews
Showing: 5 of 145 reviews
David J.
David J.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boot

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Algemeen

Fantastic trip!

GECONTROLEERD

6 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues on July 2, 2025

Had a great trip with Captain Jason Perry, of Rising Sun Sportfishing, filling in for his father, Jeff, on the First Light. My crew was myself, my son, and my 8 year old grandson. Jason had us on the striped bass early in the trip, and it was only and hour or so before we had our three fish limit plus several released fish. Then we transitioned to flounder fishing. Once lines were in, it was non-stop action. We caught our limit of flounder in a couple hours, sometimes two at a time. The mate, Mason, was great to work with. He was very patient and helpful with my grandson, and educated my son and I on the techniques that produce fish. We actually asked Jason to bring us in an hour or so early since my grandson was tired and we had a lot of fish to clean. The captain and mate took care of the fish cleaning, and we went back to our rental with a full cooler. I highly recommend this charter!

Had a great trip with Captain Jason Perry, of Rising Sun Sportfishing, filling in for his father, Jeff, on the First Light. My crew was myself, my son, and my 8 year old grandson. Jason had us on the striped bass early in the trip, and it was only and hour or so before we had our three fish limit plus several released fish. Then we transitioned to flounder fishing. Once lines were in, it was non-stop action. We caught our limit of flounder in a couple hours, sometimes two at a time. The...  

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1 person finds this review helpful

Gary M.
Gary M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boot

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Algemeen

Fantastic Outing

GECONTROLEERD

4 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues (PM) on October 11, 2025

Captain Jeff and First Mate Jason couldn't have been better. It was the end of the season, so catching fish wasn't a given, and they managed to find where they were and guide to a bounty. They're super helpful and relaxed and I will book them again in a heartbeat.

Captain Jeff and First Mate Jason couldn't have been better. It was the end of the season, so catching fish wasn't a given, and they managed to find where they were and guide to a bounty. They're super helpful and relaxed and I will book them again in a heartbeat.  

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An M.
An M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boot

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Algemeen

Great Experience

GECONTROLEERD

4 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues (AM) on August 25, 2025

We have been on a few fishing trips over the years and this one was probably the best. Not only did we catch a ton of fish but both Captain Jeff and Mason were great hosts. The boat was very comfortable too - we normally have to stand as we fish but we all had chairs.

We have been on a few fishing trips over the years and this one was probably the best. Not only did we catch a ton of fish but both Captain Jeff and Mason were great hosts. The boat was very comfortable too - we normally have to stand as we fish but we all had chairs.  

 An M. raadt First Light Sportfishing aan

Marcus S.
Marcus S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boot

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Algemeen

Great boat, Captain, and Mate

GECONTROLEERD

6 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues on July 26, 2025

Went on a trip with my son and two nephews. One nephew is 22 and my son and other nephew are 13 and 11. We let the youngest two predominantly fish and the crew was awesome with them. We had a good day fishing and would highly recommend this boat and crew.

Went on a trip with my son and two nephews. One nephew is 22 and my son and other nephew are 13 and 11. We let the youngest two predominantly fish and the crew was awesome with them. We had a good day fishing and would highly recommend this boat and crew.  

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Timothy W.
Timothy W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boot

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Algemeen

Tagged out

GECONTROLEERD

4 Hour Trip - Stripers & Blues (AM) on July 4, 2025

Awesome trip, Captain Jeff is an expert captain, great guy and another incredible outing with him. We tagged out with 6 keepers for our group of 6, plus many other oversized we released. Already looking forward to the next trip.

Awesome trip, Captain Jeff is an expert captain, great guy and another incredible outing with him. We tagged out with 6 keepers for our group of 6, plus many other oversized we released. Already looking forward to the next trip.  

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FAQs about First Light Sportfishing

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
37 ft
Year built
2011
Boat manufacturer
Duffy
Boat type
Downeast

Engine model
Yanmar
Powered by
1 x 500HP
Max cruising speed
26 knots
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