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Fishing in Falmouth

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Falmouth

Old-School Classic Trip

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27 ft 1 - 6 People From $350
Fishing in Chatham

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Chatham

Fall Striper - 33’ Grady White

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33 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
Fishing in Chatham

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Chatham

Cape Cod Inshore - 26' SeaVee

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26 ft 1 - 4 People From $850
Fishing in Chatham

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Chatham

Midsummer Striper - 33’ Grady White

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33 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
Fishing in Chatham

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Chatham

Cape Cod Inshore - 32’ Andros

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,300
Fishing in Chatham

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Chatham

Early Season Striper - 26’

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $800

Most Popular Types of Bonito Trips in Massachusetts

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Fishing in Chatham
Fishing in Chatham
Fishing in Chatham
trip description for Early Season Cape Cod Flyfishing in Chatham

Head out with Captain Drew and prepare for an exciting day of Cape Cod fishing! Cape Cod has some of the best fishing in the country and is home to prized fish all over the peninsula! On this half or full-day trip, Captain Drew will motor you out into the Cape Cod inshores where you will primarily cast and wade the Monomoy flats and tidal creeks. You can also fish Pleasant Bay, Brewster flats, Barnstable harbor, and south side grass flats. In these spots you can expect to target some Bonito and Striped Bass. To attract these picture-worthy fish you'll be using fly rods to try and spot the fish and cast right at them. Whether you're a beginner or experienced fly fisher, Captain Drew will give you his expert tips to make sure you're ready to land some big catches! Captain Drew offers these fly fishing trips for up to 2 passengers, but he can fit 3 anglers if you choose to do some spin fishing from the boat. You'll be fishing aboard a 20’ Jones Brothers Cape Fisherman center console that can comfortably fit 3 anglers. Equipped with a 115 HP Yamaha engine and jack plate for shallow water, this boat will have no problem navigating the shallows and flats of Monomoy and Cape Cod Bay, and it will get you where you need to be in the open water too! Sneaking up on fish for some sight-casting is a breeze with this vessel's front-side and back-side casting decks with a poling platform. And if you want to hop out and wade sandbars in prime spots, the low freeboard and ladder have you covered! On this trip you must bring your own fly rod and gear. Captain Drew recommends an 8-10wt rod, Intermediate/Sink tip/Full-sink line, 25lb leader material, 15lb flouro tippet, Waders, Polarized Glasses, and a Hat. The flies that will get you bites out here are Deceivers, Clousers, Sandeel, Juvy baitfish, and Crab patterns. You should also bring any snacks or drinks you might need and a Massachusetts fishing license. Book your trip today and get ready for a Northeast fishing adventure! Read More

Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Chatham

Early Season Cape Cod Flyfishing

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20 ft 1 - 3 People From $600
Fishing in Chatham
Fishing in Chatham
Fishing in Chatham
trip description for Midsummer-Fall Cape Cod Flyfishing in Chatham

Head out with Captain Drew and prepare for an exciting day of Cape Cod fishing! Cape Cod has some of the best fishing in the country and is home to prized fish all over the peninsula! On this half or full-day trip, Captain Drew will motor you out into the Cape Cod inshores where you will primarily cast and wade the Monomoy flats and tidal creeks. You can also fish Pleasant Bay, Brewster flats, Barnstable harbor, and south side grass flats. In these spots you can expect to target some Bonito and Striped Bass. To attract these picture-worthy fish you'll be using fly rods to try and spot the fish and cast right at them. Whether you're a beginner or experienced fly fisher, Captain Drew will give you his expert tips to make sure you're ready to land some big catches! Captain Drew offers these fly fishing trips for up to 2 passengers, but he can fit 3 anglers if you choose to do some spin fishing from the boat. You'll be fishing aboard a 20’ Jones Brothers Cape Fisherman center console that can comfortably fit 3 anglers. Equipped with a 115 HP Yamaha engine and jack plate for shallow water, this boat will have no problem navigating the shallows and flats of Monomoy and Cape Cod Bay, and it will get you where you need to be in the open water too! Sneaking up on fish for some sight-casting is a breeze with this vessel's front-side and back-side casting decks with a poling platform. And if you want to hop out and wade sandbars in prime spots, the low freeboard and ladder have you covered! On this trip you must bring your own fly rod and gear. Captain Drew recommends an 8-10wt rod, Intermediate/Sink tip/Full-sink line, 25lb leader material, 15lb flouro tippet, Waders, Polarized Glasses, and a Hat. The flies that will get you bites out here are Deceivers, Clousers, Sandeel, Juvy baitfish, and Crab patterns. You should also bring any snacks or drinks you might need and a Massachusetts fishing license. Book your trip today and get ready for a Northeast fishing adventure! Read More

Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Chatham

Midsummer-Fall Cape Cod Flyfishing

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20 ft 1 - 4 People From $800
Fishing in Chatham
Fishing in Chatham
Fishing in Chatham
trip description for Midsummer Striper - 26’ Regulator in Chatham

Climb aboard with Captain Drew for an action-packed day of Cape Cod fishing! Cape Cod has some of the best fishing in the country and is home to prized fish all over the peninsula! On this half or full-day trip, Captain Drew will motor you out into the Cape Cod inshore where you can expect to target some Bonito and Striped Bass. Depending on the time of year, there are a few popular spots Captain Drew will take you to where the Stripers are biting! To target these fish you'll get to use either light tackle or heavy tackle. Whatever method Captain Drew thinks is best, he will give you some of his expert tips to make sure you're ready to get one on the line! You'll be fishing aboard a 26’ Regulator Marine Classic center console that can comfortably fit 4 anglers. Powered by two F200 Yamaha four stroke engines with a 400 mile range, this is Captain Drew's go-anywhere, do-anything machine. One of the safest and most rugged boats you can find, she comes equipped with a redundant commercial grade electronics package including auto pilot and full offshore safety. The open deck layout provides tons of storage and makes it perfect for uninterrupted casting and jigging. Captain Drew swears this is a boat you want to be on! Captain Drew will provide all rods, reels, tackle and live bait. All you need to bring is sunscreen (non-spray please!), polarized glasses, a hat, any snacks or drinks you might need and a Massachusetts fishing license. Book your trip today and get ready for a Northeast fishing adventure! Read More

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Chatham

Midsummer Striper - 26’ Regulator

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $800
Fishing in Chatham
Fishing in Chatham
Fishing in Chatham
trip description for Early Season Striper 33’ in Chatham

Climb aboard with Captain Drew for an action-packed day of Cape Cod fishing! Cape Cod has some of the best fishing in the country and is home to prized fish all over the peninsula! On this half or full-day trip, Captain Drew will motor you out into the Cape Cod inshore where you can expect to target some Bonito and Striped Bass. Depending on the time of year, there are a few popular spots Captain Drew will take you to where the Stripers are biting! To target these fish, you'll get to use either light tackle or heavy tackle. Whatever method Captain Drew thinks is best, he will give you some of his expert tips to make sure you're ready to get one on the line! You'll be fishing aboard a 33’ Grady White Canyon center console that can comfortably fit 6 anglers. This do-it-all boat is perfect for navigating Chatham's nearshore fisheries and the open waters. She has been retrofitted with all brand-new top of the line electronics that will safely and comfortably get you to where the fish are swimming! It has plenty of forward or backward facing seating and even has a bathroom on board. Captain Drew will provide all rods, reels, tackle and live bait. All you need to bring is sunscreen (non-spray please!), polarized glasses, a hat, any snacks or drinks you might need and a Massachusetts fishing license. Book your trip today and get ready for a Northeast fishing adventure! Read More

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Chatham

Early Season Striper 33’

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33 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
Fishing in Nantucket
Fishing in Nantucket
Fishing in Nantucket
trip description for Nantucket Half-Day Run in Nantucket

Climb aboard with Captain Hal for a classic New England adventure. The waters around Nantucket are full of delicious Striped Bass, Bluefish, Bonito, and False Albacore. Bonito and Albacore may be small but they put up a great fight on a light tackle line. Captain Hal can also break out the fly fishing rods if that's more your speed. Captain Hal operates a 23' Jones Brothers Cape Fisherman equipped with a 250hp Yamaha engine. The vessel is equipped with state-of-the-art radar technology, so finding fish shouldn't be a problem. There is also a live bait well and a cooler to store your catch. Bluefish are especially tasty, so hopefully you get a couple in the cooler. All you need to bring for this amazing adventure is appropriate clothing, snacks, drinks, and sunglasses. Captain Hal will provide all the rods, reels, bait, and tackle. You're sure to have a blast! Read More

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Nantucket

Nantucket Half-Day Run

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23 ft 1 - 3 People From $800
Fishing in Chatham
Fishing in Chatham
Fishing in Chatham
trip description for Fall Striper Trip - 26' Regulator in Chatham

Climb aboard with Captain Drew for an action-packed day of Cape Cod fishing! Cape Cod has some of the best fishing in the country and is home to prized fish all over the peninsula! On this half or full-day trip, Captain Drew will motor you out into the Cape Cod inshore where you can expect to target some Bonito and Striped Bass. Depending on the time of year, there are a few popular spots Captain Drew will take you to where the Stripers are biting! To target these fish you'll get to use either light tackle or heavy tackle. Whatever method Captain Drew thinks is best, he will give you some of his expert tips to make sure you're ready to get one on the line! You'll be fishing aboard a 26’ Regulator Marine Classic center console that can comfortably fit 4 anglers. Powered by two F200 Yamaha four stroke engines with a 400 mile range, this is Captain Drew's go-anywhere, do-anything machine. One of the safest and most rugged boats you can find, she comes equipped with a redundant commercial grade electronics package including auto pilot and full offshore safety. The open deck layout provides tons of storage and makes it perfect for uninterrupted casting and jigging. Captain Drew swears this is a boat you want to be on! Captain Drew will provide all rods, reels, tackle and live bait. All you need to bring is sunscreen (non-spray please!), polarized glasses, a hat, any snacks or drinks you might need and a Massachusetts fishing license. Book your trip today and get ready for a Northeast fishing adventure! Read More

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Chatham

Fall Striper Trip - 26' Regulator

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
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Everything to Know About Booking a Massachusetts bonito fishing charter

What are the best bonito fishing charters in Massachusetts?

Why should I book a bonito fishing charter in Massachusetts with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 13 bonito trips in Massachusetts, and the most popular trips in the area are Old-School Classic Trip guided by Greg, Nantucket Half-Day Run guided by Hal, and Fall Striper Trip - 26' Regulator guided by Drew.

Our guides in Massachusetts are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3286 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly bonito guides / fishing lessons in Massachusetts? Check out our beginner and family friendly bonito guides in Massachusetts.

What types of bonito fishing charters are common in Massachusetts?

Nearshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bonito in Massachusetts as well as inshore fishing and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Massachusetts are light tackle fishing, heavy tackle fishing, and fly fishing but trolling and bottom fishing are popular as well.

How much do Massachusetts bonito fishing charters cost?

Prices for bonito in Massachusetts can range anywhere from about $700 to $1,600, but the average price for a half day trip for bonito in Massachusetts is $861. The average price for a full day trip for bonito in Massachusetts is $1,319.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

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.

What month is best for bonito fishing in Massachusetts?

The most popular season for bonito fishing in Massachusetts is summer, and most anglers book their trips 18 days in advance.

Do I need a Massachusetts fishing license for bonito and what are the bag limits for bonito in Massachusetts?

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

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Cpt. Drew took my father, uncle, cousin, and I out for a four our trip and I couldn’t have been more impressed with his knowledge, professionalism, and spirit. He knew all the tricks to get us going, and within minutes, we had our first catch. We caught over 15 fish on our trip and brought a few home for dinner! Will be looking forward to booking him next year as well!

    Elliott M. with Drew D. of Chatham, Massachusetts

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