Cape Cod Striped Bass & Bluefish Inshore Charter
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Half-day inshore fishing for striped bass and bluefish.Accommodates up to four passengers with professional tackle included.Captain provides catch cleaning and filleting services at dock.
Captain Bob at Tigger Too Charters knows these Cape Cod Bay waters like the back of his hand, and his half-day inshore fishing trips are where serious anglers and first-timers alike get hooked on some of the best striped bass and bluefish action on the Cape. Running out of Sandwich Marina from mid-May through September, these 4-hour sessions put you right in the thick of the action without burning a whole day on the water. The 28-foot twin-engine boat handles the bay's conditions with ease, and with space for just four anglers, you're getting personalized attention that bigger party boats just can't match.
Your morning or afternoon starts at Sandwich Marina, where Captain Bob's got everything dialed in before you even step aboard. The $650 trip rate covers your entire group of up to four people, making it a solid deal when you split it with your fishing buddies. You'll be fishing with top-shelf Diawa tackle that's perfectly matched to Cape Cod's inshore game fish, plus all the lures and live bait you'll need. Bob catches the bait fresh during your trip, which makes all the difference when these fish get finicky. The boat's equipped with a private head, so comfort isn't an issue during your four hours on the bay. Just bring your own snacks and drinks, because once you're marking fish, you won't want to head back to shore for a sandwich run.
Cape Cod Bay's inshore waters offer incredible variety, and Captain Bob adjusts his approach based on what the fish are telling him. Early season trips often focus on working the deeper channels where stripers stage before moving shallow, using live eels and chunk bait to entice those bigger fish. As summer progresses, you'll find yourself casting topwater plugs into breaking fish or working soft plastics along structure. The Diawa spinning and conventional setups are perfectly balanced for everything from finesse fishing with lighter tackle to muscling bigger bass away from rocks. Bob's been reading these waters for years, so he knows exactly where to position the boat for drift fishing or when to anchor up and let the fish come to you. Live bait fishing with fresh-caught mackerel or pogies often produces the biggest stripers, while bluefish typically can't resist a well-presented metal jig or surface popper.
Striped bass are the crown jewel of Cape Cod Bay fishing, and these fish put on a show that keeps anglers coming back season after season. From May through early June, you'll encounter pre-spawn and post-spawn bass ranging from schoolies up to legitimate keepers in the 30-inch range. Summer brings consistent action with fish feeding aggressively on the abundant baitfish in the bay. Stripers are notorious for their powerful runs and head-shaking fights, especially when hooked in the shallows. What makes them so special here is their willingness to hit both live bait and artificials, giving every angler a chance to connect regardless of their preferred fishing style. The best action typically happens during moving water, particularly the last two hours of incoming tide and the first hour of the drop.
Bluefish are the perfect complement to striped bass fishing, offering non-stop action when they're around. These aggressive predators show up in Cape Cod Bay from June through September, with peak activity during the warmer summer months. Blues in the 3-8 pound range are common, with occasional larger choppers mixed in to keep things interesting. They're absolute savages when feeding, often creating spectacular surface action as they tear into bait schools. What anglers love about bluefish is their willingness to hit just about anything you throw at them – metals, poppers, soft plastics, or live bait all produce. They're also excellent table fare when properly bled and iced, making them a favorite target for families looking to bring home a fish dinner. The key with blues is being ready for their razor-sharp teeth and lightning-fast strikes.
Captain Bob's half-day charters offer the perfect balance of quality fishing time and reasonable commitment, making them ideal whether you're visiting the Cape for a weekend or you're a local looking to get out without sacrificing your entire day. The included professional fish cleaning service means you'll head home with perfectly filleted fish ready for the grill, and the fishing license coverage eliminates one more thing to worry about. With the season running from May 15 through September 30, you've got plenty of opportunities to experience some of the most consistent inshore fishing the Northeast has to offer. These top-rated trips fill up fast during peak summer weeks, so don't wait until you're already on the Cape to secure your spot with Tigger Too Charters.
"Tigger Too" is your ticket to some serious Cape Cod fishing action. This 27-foot Polar runs twin 225 HP Yamahas that'll get you out to the good spots fast, whether you're chasing stripers along the flats or hunting bluefish in deeper water. Captain Bob knows these waters inside and out, and with the boat's fish finder, you'll spend more time with lines in the water instead of searching around blind. The wireless trolling motor keeps things quiet when you need to sneak up on those finicky bass, while the GPS keeps you on the productive spots. With room for up to four anglers, there's plenty of space to work without getting tangled up in each other's lines. The stand-up head means no rushing back to the marina, and all the Diawa gear, live bait, and tackle are included. Captain Bob even cleans your catch right at the dock, so you head home with fillets ready for the table.
Pomatomus SaltatrixBlues are aggressive predators that'll hit just about anything when they're feeding - and they're always hungry. These blue-green torpedoes typically run 2-10 pounds in our area, with razor-sharp teeth and an attitude to match. You'll find schools of them in the shallows and mid-depths of Cape Cod Bay from June through September, especially when baitfish are around. What guests love about bluefish is the non-stop action - when you find a school, it's game on. They fight hard for their size and make great table fare when prepared fresh. Pro tip: when you see birds diving and water churning like a washing machine, that's a bluefish blitz. Get there fast with anything shiny - spoons, poppers, or even bare hooks will work when they're in full feeding mode.
Morone SaxatilisStripers are the bread and butter of Cape Cod fishing - these silver-sided beauties with their distinctive dark stripes can weigh anywhere from 20-40 pounds in our waters. You'll find them cruising around structure like rocks, drop-offs, and channel edges, especially during moving tides. They show up consistently from late spring through fall, with peak action during dawn and dusk hours. What makes them special is the combination of a strong, bulldogging fight and excellent table fare - that sweet, flaky meat is tough to beat. They're smart fish that can be picky, but here's a local trick: when the pogies are thick in Cape Cod Bay, match your lure size to the baitfish you're seeing. If they're being finicky, downsize your offering and slow your retrieve.
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