Damn Good Skipjack Tuna Fishing Charters In Massachusetts

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 5 skipjack tuna trips in Massachusetts, and the most popular trips in the area are Buzzards Bay Inshore - Seacraft guided by Ray, Saltwater - Flats Wading guided by George, and Brewster / Monomoy Flats Skiff Trip guided by George.

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Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for skipjack tuna in Massachusetts as well as nearshore fishing.

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

Prices for skipjack tuna in Massachusetts can range anywhere from about $395 to $1,110, but the average price for a half day trip for skipjack tuna in Massachusetts is $615. The average price for a full day trip for skipjack tuna in Massachusetts is $865.

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 skipjack tuna fishing in Massachusetts is summer, and most anglers book their trips 0 days in advance.

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.