Cape Cod Striped Bass & Bluefish Charter
Get ready for a serious day of fishing with Captain Bob Joyce aboard the Tigger Too. This full-day inshore charter puts you right in the heart of Cape Cod Bay's most productive waters, where striped bass and bluefish congregate in numbers that'll make your drag scream. Seven hours on the water means plenty of time to work different spots, adjust tactics, and put fish in the cooler. From the moment you step aboard at Sesuit Harbor until Captain Bob cleans your catch at the dock, this top-rated charter delivers the kind of fishing that keeps anglers coming back season after season.
What to Expect on the Water
Your day starts early at 7:00 AM from Sesuit Harbor in Dennis, where you'll meet Captain Bob and get acquainted with his 27-foot Polar. This twin-engine setup gives you the reliability and speed to cover water efficiently, while the private head keeps everyone comfortable during the long day ahead. The boat's layout is designed for fishing, with plenty of room for up to four anglers to work without getting tangled up. Captain Bob provides all the tackle you'll need – quality Shimano and Penn gear that can handle whatever Cape Cod Bay throws at you. The seasonal window from May 15 through September 30 captures the prime months when stripers and blues are most active in these waters. Don't worry about experience level; whether you're a weekend warrior or just getting started, Captain Bob adjusts his approach to match your skills and keeps everyone engaged.
Tactics and Gear Breakdown
Cape Cod Bay fishing is all about reading the water and adapting your approach. Captain Bob combines live bait fishing with artificial lures, depending on what the fish are telling him that day. The live bait gets caught fresh during the trip – usually mackerel or herring that stripers and blues can't resist. When fish are scattered or holding deep, you might find yourself working jigs near structure or drifting eels over sandy bottom. On days when baitfish are thick on the surface, topwater action with poppers and swimmers can produce explosive strikes that'll get your heart racing. The provided tackle handles everything from schoolie stripers to trophy fish pushing 40 inches. Penn and Shimano reels paired with medium-heavy rods give you the backbone to fight fish in current while maintaining the sensitivity to feel subtle bites. Captain Bob knows these waters like his backyard – the rock piles, drop-offs, and current breaks where predator fish ambush bait.
Top Catches This Season
Striped bass are the bread and butter of Cape Cod Bay fishing, and for good reason. These silver-sided fighters put up scrappy battles that test your tackle and technique. Most fish run between 18 and 28 inches – perfect eating size – but don't be surprised when a keeper over 28 inches grabs your bait and heads for deep water. Stripers are structure-oriented predators that follow baitfish movements throughout the tide cycle. Early morning and late afternoon tend to produce the most consistent action, though midday fishing can fire up when conditions align. These fish are incredibly food-motivated during their Cape Cod residency, gorging on herring, mackerel, and sand eels to fuel their eventual migration south. What makes stripers special is their willingness to hit both live bait and artificials – they're opportunistic feeders that reward anglers who pay attention to detail.
Bluefish bring a completely different energy to your fishing day. These toothy predators are aggressive, fast, and absolutely relentless when they're feeding. Blues typically show up in schools, creating feeding frenzies that can be seen and heard from a distance as they chop through baitfish on the surface. When you hook into a bluefish, expect runs that peel line off your reel and jumps that'll have you scrambling for the net. Most Cape Cod Bay blues range from 2 to 8 pounds – perfect for the dinner table and spirited enough to keep things interesting. They're less finicky than stripers about presentation, often hitting fast-moving lures with abandon. The key with bluefish is being ready when the school moves through your area, because the bite can turn on and off like a light switch.
Time to Book Your Spot
At $800 for up to four anglers, this charter delivers exceptional value for a full day of world-class fishing. You're getting professional guidance, quality tackle, fresh bait, fishing licenses, and expert fish cleaning – everything except your lunch and drinks. Captain Bob's reputation speaks for itself among local anglers who know that consistent fish-finding ability separates good captains from great ones. The seasonal booking window fills up quickly, especially for weekend dates during peak summer months. Whether you're planning a guys' trip, family outing, or solo fishing adventure, this customer favorite charter puts you on fish while showing you why Cape Cod Bay remains one of the Northeast's premier inshore fishing destinations. Book your spot now and get ready for the kind of fishing day that creates lasting memories.