Bluefin Tuna Fishing Charters
Bluefin
tuna fishing is the ultimate fishing charter, and is one of the
Bluefin's most popuar. Whether trolling for school bluefin tuna, or
drifting live bluefish for true giant bluefin tuna. the action can
be furious.
As the summer progresses, school bluefin tuna show up south of the Vineyard. An easy run from Falmouth, this trip allows anglers the opportunity to do battle (and harvest) bluefin tuna less than 73". This trip conists of trolling spreader bars and daisy chains, as well as skirted ballyhoo. Casting top water plugs for bluefin tuna is also an incredibly excting way to fish for these speedsters. Daily limits can change, so check with Capt. Brian Courville for the latest regulations.
Fishing for giant bluefin tuna can truely be a life changing experience. This typicaly consists of a day watching balloons over live bluefish. The bite is very exciting when it happens, and the ensuing battle can last for hours. You may also troll spreader bars, or tease up the fish with chum, bringing them close to the boat while trying to trick them into taking a baited hook. These fish need to be 73" or larger to harvest, providing there is open quota left. This may change as the season progresses, so again, talk with the Captain before your trip. If the quota is closed, the fisherie becomes catch and release.
Giant bluefin tuna require a federal permit to posess, so all harvested fish belong to the boat.
Read below for more information on bluefin tuna fishing.
Tuna Fishing on Cape Cod: Chasing Giants in New England Waters
Few offshore fishing experiences match the excitement of hooking a giant tuna off the coast of Cape Cod. Every year, anglers from around the world travel to Cape Cod in search of powerful bluefin tuna, one of the ocean’s most respected game fish. From explosive topwater feeds to deep battles lasting hours, tuna fishing on the Cape combines adrenaline, skill, and tradition.
Why Cape Cod Is a Tuna Hotspot
Cape Cod lies near the rich feeding grounds of the North Atlantic, where cold and warm ocean currents collide. This environment creates ideal conditions for baitfish such as:
- Sand eels
- Herring
- Mackerel
- Squid
These bait concentrations attract large schools of tuna which migrate through the region from late spring into fall
Waters east of Cape Cod and around Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary are especially productive because underwater structure and currents trap bait and create feeding zones for giant fish.
Best Time for Tuna Fishing
June–July
Early-season bluefin begin arriving around Cape Cod. School-sized fish often feed aggressively on sand eels and small bait.
August–September
Peak tuna season. Large bluefin become highly active, and surface feeds can be spectacular. Calm mornings often reveal breaking fish and diving birds.
October–November
Late-season giants may remain in offshore waters, especially during years with abundant bait.