Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters 

4.9
(329 reviews)
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 357 Sesuit Neck Road, Dennis, MA 02641, United States–

Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters 

Dennis, MA, United States
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31 ft
6
4.9
(329 reviews)

Cape Cod Bay Massachusetts fishing never looked so good than with Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters! Join Captain John Ciccariello and his first mate on their angling adventures in Cape Cod Bay and find out just how exciting inshore fishing can be.

Your expedition will begin on a 31' Downeast boat prepped and ready to accommodate up to 6 persons and take them to the best available locations for the trip. She's outfitted with a 370 HP Cummins Diesel engine that makes her reliable and safe in different weather conditions. On the boat, you'll find rods, reels, and tackle you need on the trip, so you don't have to lug around your own gear. If you'd like to fly fish, you can do so, up to 2 flyrodders can fish at the same time, must bring your own gear.

The boat also has a private toilet, for your comfort, and is decked out with excellent navigational and fish finding equipment, which allows you to be on the fish at times within 30 minutes. If you hook colossal Striper, you'll have a fighting chair to help you reel it in. You can retain all legal size fish within legal limits. After you come back to land, Capt. John and his first mate will gladly clean and fillet your catch.

You have plenty of trips to choose from, depending on how much time you want to spend on the water and chase after Striped Bass, the superstar of the local waters. This fish is known for giving a proper fight and testing both your line and skills, so good fun while battling them is guaranteed.

Every step of the way, you will have a trusty first mate by your side. He's always at your disposal and will gladly help you with whatever you might need. Tricks and tips for catching the biggest fish, as well as advice and stories, are something you can always count on when on board.

The captain and his first mate love having kids on the boat, so bring them with you, they'll have a great time too. Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters welcomes you aboard to explore the abundance of Cape Cod Bay.

Cape Cod Bay Massachusetts fishing never looked so good than with Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters! Join Captain John Ciccariello and his first mate on their angling adventures in Cape Cod Bay and find out just how exciting inshore fishing can be.

Your expedition will begin on a 31' Downeast boat prepped and ready to accommodate up to 6 persons and take them to the best available locations for the trip. She's outfitted with a 370 HP Cummins Diesel engine that makes her reliable and safe in different weather conditions. On the boat, you'll find rods, reels, and tackle you need on the trip, so you don't have to lug around your own gear. If you'd like to fly fish, you can do so, up to 2 flyrodders can fish at the same time, must bring your own gear.

The boat also has a private toilet, for your comfort, and is decked out with excellent navigational and fish finding equipment, which allows you to be on the fish at times within 30 minutes. If you hook colossal Striper, you'll have a fighting chair to help you reel it in. You can retain all legal size fish within legal limits. After you come back to land, Capt. John and his first mate will gladly clean and fillet your catch.

You have plenty of trips to choose from, depending on how much time you want to spend on the water and chase after Striped Bass, the superstar of the local waters. This fish is known for giving a proper fight and testing both your line and skills, so good fun while battling them is guaranteed.

Every step of the way, you will have a trusty first mate by your side. He's always at your disposal and will gladly help you with whatever you might need. Tricks and tips for catching the biggest fish, as well as advice and stories, are something you can always count on when on board.

The captain and his first mate love having kids on the boat, so bring them with you, they'll have a great time too. Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters welcomes you aboard to explore the abundance of Cape Cod Bay.

John Ciccariello
Captain
John Ciccariello
27 years of experience
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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SPECIAL CHILDREN FLOUNDER TRIPS 4hr
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Jun 21
Flounder
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
STRIPERS/BLUEFISH 4 Hour (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 18 - Sep 21
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Winter Flounder 4 Hour Trips
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Jun 21
Flounder
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Striper/Bluefish 4 Hour (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 10 - Sep 10
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
US $750
Entire boat: up to 5 people
5 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
May 18 - Sep 20
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
US $850
Entire boat: up to 5 people
5 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip
May 10 - Sep 10
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
US $900
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 18 - Sep 20
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
329 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (544)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

Reviews (329)

  • Jarvis Johnson
    Jarvis Johnson
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Grey Dolphin review

    5 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (PM) on June 27, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Our trip on the Grey Dolphin with Captain John and Chase was absolutely incredible. This was hands‑down the best fishing experience we’ve ever had. In just three hours, we caught 15 beautiful stripers, and the excitement never stopped.Captain John and Chase were not only skilled but also unbelievably knowledgeable, patient, and fun to be around. They knew exactly where to go, kept us engaged the entire time, and made the whole experience unforgettable. You can tell they truly love what they do, and it shows in every moment on the water.If you’re looking for an amazing fishing trip with a top‑notch crew, the Grey Dolphin is the way to go. We can’t wait to book again.

  • Burton Bines
    Burton Bines
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best family fishing trip ever

    STRIPERS/BLUEFISH 4 Hour (AM) on July 5, 2026 • 5 adults

    Captain John and 1st mate Chase were outstanding. Captain never satisfied if fishing was slow. Moved us a couple of times. 5 of us fished and caught 8 Stripers in less than 3 hours . No babies. 34”38” and 25-30 pounds. I took 2 of my sons, and 2 of my grandkids. My granddaughter bagged 2 and both were the biggest. Our mate Chase couldn’t do enough and always kept our lines in the water. The boat was comfortable for the 5 of us. Don’t hesitate to book captain John

  • Brian King
    Brian King
    Repeat angler
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Family Fishing Trip!!

    Striper/Bluefish 4 Hour (PM) on July 6, 2026 • 5 adults • 2 children

    We went out with my two young sons (7&10) and we all had a blast! As soon as we got to the fishing spot we put a few lines out and hooked fished almost immediately. Captain John knew exactly where to go and his first mate was a great help in hetting us set uo and handling the fish as we reeled in one afetr the other. Even on a cloudy/drizzly day we had a great time.

  • Paul Patenaude Jr
    Paul Patenaude Jr
    Repeat angler
    us
    Vermont, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    A Gorgeous Fishing Morning

    6 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (AM) on August 15, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 children

    the morning started out on the slower side but Captain John tok the boat farher than usual to find the fish! The Fishing Mate did a great job keeping the poles going and even let my son net one of the fish!!

  • Chase Chaskey
    Chase Chaskey
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Landed Striper!

    STRIPERS/BLUEFISH 4 Hour (AM) on August 11, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 children

    Overall, great experience! Both my daugter and nephew both landed a striper. One was a keeper. Fish was fileted and bagged for us. Captain and crew were friendly and answered all our questions. We will be back!

  • Norman Turner
    Norman Turner
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    best morning of fishing we ever had!

    STRIPERS/BLUEFISH 4 Hour (AM) on August 6, 2026 • 2 adults

    captain John and his mate were the best . we had a fantastic trip and caught over 20 fish in 3 hours, 2 keepers and the rest over size! Capt John knows how to find the fish, a great experience!!

  • Allyson Marcotullio
    Allyson Marcotullio
    Repeat angler
    us
    Vermont, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Was a great time!

    STRIPERS/BLUEFISH 4 Hour (AM) on June 25, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child

    This was our third time booking with Grey Dolphin. It was a slow start catching fish but Captain John and 1st mate Caleb did all they had to do to find the fish and start the excitement. Would certainly recommend booking with this charter again. We will be back next year. Thanks for another great memory made!

  • Ken Shapiro
    Ken Shapiro
    us
    Connecticut, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun Day on the water!

    STRIPERS/BLUEFISH 4 Hour (AM) on July 21, 2026 • 3 adults

    The day started a bit slow, but Captain C. made sure we found some stripers! They were too big to keep but a lot of fun to catch. I recommend great dolphin sports fishing charters. 

  • Jay Medders
    Jay Medders
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Captain and Mate!

    STRIPERS/BLUEFISH 4 Hour (AM) on July 27, 2026 • 4 adults

    Super fun trip with Captain John and Chase. Great conversation and fishing. Trip couldnt have gone better.

  • Raymond Willie
    Raymond Willie
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    had an amazing time

    6 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (AM) on July 15, 2026 • 6 adults

    captain john and first mate chase were great. we caught 28 fiah and they were huge. just kept reeling them in

FAQs about Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters

Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - SPECIAL CHILDREN FLOUNDER TRIPS 4hr (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - STRIPERS/BLUEFISH 4 Hour (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Winter Flounder 4 Hour Trips (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 5 guests - Striper/Bluefish 4 Hour (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $50 per person after 5 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - 5 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (AM) (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Sink is also available.
  • Fighting chair Two Movable Chairs are on the exterior deck.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (When mackerel and pogies are readily available in the areas we are fishing, we always try to catch them and use them for bait. I also utilize sea worms for tube and worm fishing.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (All legal fish kept by the customer are cleaned and fillet by the mate at no extra charge.)
  • First mate (First mate is always available. Mates are experienced in fishing and handling equipment. Caleb Tolley and Chase Yarletts are excellent and outstanding with children.)
  • Fishing license (Boat has a Permit for Hire License )
Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Flounder
  • Mackerel (Atlantic)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)

Your captain

John Ciccariello
John Ciccariello
Dennis, Massachusetts, United States
29 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
329 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2018
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain John Ciccariello has been fishing the waters of Cape Cod Bay for the majority of his life and he knows the area like the back of his hand. He's also USCG licensed and has over 5 decades of angling experience under his belt. Along with his first mate Caleb and Chase ,Capt. John works hard to get you on the best catch and they want you to have an amazing time aboard 'Grey Dolphin.'
Our Team
Caleb T.
Caleb T.
First mate
Chase Y.
Chase Y.
First mate
John Ciccariello
John Ciccariello
Fully verified
US veteran
Angler's Choice
29
reports
329
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
Captain John Ciccariello has been fishing the waters of Cape Cod Bay for the majority of his life and he knows the area like the back of his hand. He's also USCG licensed and has over 5 decades of angling experience under his belt. Along with his first mate Caleb and Chase ,Capt. John works hard to get you on the best catch and they want you to have an amazing time aboard 'Grey Dolphin.'
The crew
Caleb T.
Caleb T.
First mate
Chase Y.
Chase Y.
First mate

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Michael F.
    Michael F.
    We caught a bunch of lunkers that were too big to keep during our 4 hour trip. We are looking forward to fishing with John and his crew again.
  • A young angler proudly holding a large Striped Bass while fishing on a sunny day at sea.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Paul P.
    Paul P.
    the morning started out on the slower side but Captain John tok the boat farher than usual to find the fish! The Fishing Mate did a great job keeping the poles going and even let my son net one of the fish!!
  • A proud angler holding a large striped bass while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Chase C.
    Chase C.
    Overall, great experience! Both my daugter and nephew both landed a striper. One was a keeper. Fish was fileted and bagged for us. Captain and crew were friendly and answered all our questions. We will be back!
  • Two adult anglers proudly display matching striped bass aboard a fishing boat on calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Norman T.
    Norman T.
    captain John and his mate were the best . we had a fantastic trip and caught over 20 fish in 3 hours, 2 keepers and the rest over size! Capt John knows how to find the fish, a great experience!!
  • A young angler is preparing a fish on the boat's cleaning station while enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Joseph R.
    Joseph R.
  • Angler proudly holding a large striped bass aboard a fishing boat on open coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Jay M.
    Jay M.
    Super fun trip with Captain John and Chase. Great conversation and fishing. Trip couldnt have gone better.
  • Teen angler proudly holds a large striped bass aboard a fishing boat, with adult companions and open coastal water in the background.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Ken S.
    Ken S.
    The day started a bit slow, but Captain C. made sure we found some stripers! They were too big to keep but a lot of fun to catch. I recommend great dolphin sports fishing charters. 
  • Adult angler proudly holding a striped bass aboard a fishing boat on open coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Quang N.
    Quang N.
    Onw of the best trips yet!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while on a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Jacob C.
    Jacob C.
    Great trip caught a bunch of fish, great capt and chase was awsome
  • Angler proudly holding a large striped bass on the deck of a fishing boat, with another adult partially visible and open-water surroundings.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Caught 29 stripers including 6 legsl size slot fish.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
31 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
Eastern Boats Inc
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins Deisel, major upgrades in 2025 including new transmission with trolling valve.
Powered by
1 x 370HP
Max cruising speed
16 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Sink is also available.
Fighting chair
Two Movable Chairs are on the exterior deck.
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Refrigerator
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
When mackerel and pogies are readily available in the areas we are fishing, we always try to catch them and use them for bait. I also utilize sea worms for tube and worm fishing.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
All legal fish kept by the customer are cleaned and fillet by the mate at no extra charge.
First mate
First mate is always available. Mates are experienced in fishing and handling equipment. Caleb Tolley and Chase Yarletts are excellent and outstanding with children.
Fishing license
Boat has a Permit for Hire License

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Boat is equipped with Lifejackets for children.
No smoking
Smoking allowed on exterior deck
No alcohol
Beer and Wine allowed in moderation.
You keep catch
All legal fish are fillet if customer requested
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 Checks

What’s biting in Dennis right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
FlounderFlounder
Mackerel (Atlantic)Mackerel (Atlantic)
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)

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