Quick Details
Plymouth Charters offers professional open boat fishing charters in Plymouth, Massachusetts targeting striped bass, recreational bluefin tuna, and giant bluefin tuna.
Departing directly from Plymouth Harbor, we fish Plymouth Bay, Cape Cod Bay, Stellwagen Bank, and Jeffreys Ledge — some of the most productive fishing grounds in New England.
Our limited-capacity fishing trips provide a premium alternative to crowded party boats, giving anglers more rail space and real opportunity at trophy-class fish. Whether you’re searching for a Plymouth striped bass charter, a Massachusetts bluefin tuna charter, or a giant bluefin tuna trip on Stellwagen Bank, our experienced captain and crew deliver a serious sportfishing experience.
Trips Sailing Out of Plymouth Harbor
🎣 Inshore Striped Bass – Plymouth Bay
Season: May – October
Duration: 5–6 Hours
Passenger Limit: 6–10 Anglers
Target striped bass in Plymouth Bay and Cape Cod Bay using light tackle, live bait, jigging, and casting techniques.
This trip is ideal for anglers who want steady action close to port with minimal run time. Bluefish may also be encountered seasonally.
🐟 Recreational Bluefin Tuna – Provincetown / Stellwagen Bank
Season: July – October
Duration: 8–10 Hours
Passenger Limit: 4–6 Anglers
Run offshore to Stellwagen Bank and Provincetown targeting bluefin tuna using trolling spreads, vertical jigging, and casting when fish are breaking.
These trips focus on the recreational class bluefin fishery and offer a true offshore New England tuna experience.
All tuna trips operate under federal HMS regulations.
🦈 Giant Bluefin Tuna – Stellwagen Bank / Jeffreys Ledge
Season: August – November
Duration: 10–12 Hours
Passenger Limit: 3–5 Anglers (Ultra-Limited)
Target giant bluefin tuna — often 500+ pounds — on heavy tackle in one of the most iconic tuna fisheries in the world.
These offshore trips require patience, teamwork, and favorable weather windows. When the bite happens, it’s unforgettable.
Federal HMS permits required. Retention strictly follows NOAA guidelines.
Why Choose Plymouth Charters?
- Limited passenger loads for maximum rail space
- USCG Licensed Captain
- Professional-grade rods, reels, and offshore tackle
- Advanced marine electronics for locating fish
- Clean, well-maintained fishing vessel
- Direct departure from Plymouth Harbor
- We prioritize fishing time, mobility, and strategy — not volume
Important Information
- All trips are weather dependent
- Tuna trips may be rescheduled due to offshore conditions
- All state and federal regulations strictly followed
- Fish cleaning available for eligible species
- Bring food, drinks, cooler, and layered clothing
Book Your Plymouth Fishing Trip
Whether you’re looking to hook your first striped bass or battle a giant bluefin tuna on Stellwagen Bank, Plymouth Charters delivers a serious Massachusetts fishing charter experience.
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Can we bring our fish home with us?
Yes. You can bring home all the fish that are of legal size limit. You may also have them cleaned for free and, for a small fee, filleted by one of our crew members. Giant Bluefin will be sold in accordance with NOAA regulations
Is there a restroom on the boat?
Our boat is equipped with a clean restroom.
Directions
9 Town Wharf Plymouth, MA 02360 Be early for your departure. You’ll want to get to our dock with time to spare to board our vessel and make yourself comfortable. For parking information visit parkplymouth.com
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- A $200 deposit due to book trip, refunded if you cancel Fourteen (14) days in advance.
- If sooner than 14 days, we will attempt to work with you to reschedule.
- The Capt. reserves the right to cancel any trip due to weather/safety concerns