Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters 

4.9/5 (276 reviews)
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 357 Sesuit Neck Road, Dennis, MA 02641, United States

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

26 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Fighting Chair

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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SPECIAL CHILDREN FLOUNDER TRIPS 4hr
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 21
Price for up to 4 people
US $550 
Winter Flounder 4 Hour Trips
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 21
Price for up to 5 people
US $650 
STRIPERS/BLUEFISH 4 Hour (AM)

 In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago

FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 18 - Sep 21
Price for up to 6 people
US $700 
Striper/Bluefish 4 Hour (PM)

 In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago

FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip May 10 - Sep 10
Price for up to 6 people
US $700 
5 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (AM)

 In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago

FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip May 18 - Sep 20
Price for up to 6 people
US $800 
5 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip May 10 - Sep 10
Price for up to 6 people
US $800 
6 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 18 - Sep 20
Price for up to 6 people
US $900 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 276 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (410)

Four out of five anglers caught strippers in early morning charter on 7/5.
Great Outing !
Great Outing !
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

95%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

96%

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Lauren G.
Lauren G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome trip

VERIFIED
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STRIPERS/BLUEFISH 4 Hour (AM) on June 15, 2025

The boat and captain were great. Got us the fish right away. The first mate was friendly and knowledgeable. He was great with our kids 6 and 9. Everyone on our boat got a fish, 9 in total. Only the 6 year old needed some help to reel. It was really fun. 3 keepers. Grilled it up and the fish was delicious.

The boat and captain were great. Got us the fish right away. The first mate was friendly and knowledgeable. He was great with our kids 6 and 9. Everyone on our boat got a fish, 9 in total. Only the 6 year old needed some help to reel. It was really fun. 3 keepers. Grilled it up and the fish was delicious.  

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 Lauren G. recommends Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters

Brandee W.
Brandee W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

It was a great birthday!

VERIFIED

STRIPERS/BLUEFISH 4 Hour (AM) on August 31, 2024

I planned this trip for my son’s 30th birthday. We caught 9 fish on our 4 hour trip. We had a few more, but they snapped the line before we could get them in. Amazingly, my son caught a shark!!!! It jumped out of the water when the hook snagged it and everyone saw it but me, including captain and crew!! I immediately started recording AFTER it jumped out of the water, SMH. While I missed the money shot, what I did capture was the excitement in my son’s voice when he was reeling it in! This story will be told for many years to come!! Thank you Grey Dolphin for an unforgettable day!!

I planned this trip for my son’s 30th birthday. We caught 9 fish on our 4 hour trip. We had a few more, but they snapped the line before we could get them in. Amazingly, my son caught a shark!!!! It jumped out of the water when the hook snagged it and everyone saw it but me, including captain and crew!! I immediately started recording AFTER it jumped out of the water, SMH. While I missed the money shot, what I did capture was the excitement in my son’s voice when he was reeling it in!...  

 Brandee W. recommends Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Frank S.
Frank S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Captain John of Grey Dolphin is the real sea wolf.

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (AM) on August 21, 2024

We set out early in the morning, the sun just beginning to rise, casting a golden glow across the water. The excitement was already building as we navigated out to our fishing spot, but nothing could have prepared me for what was to come. After a few hours of catching some smaller fish, I felt a strong tug on my line—much stronger than anything else that day. My heart started racing as I struggled to reel it in. After a good fight, I finally caught sight of my catch—a small shark! It was such an incredible surprise and a truly exhilarating experience. The Mate was fantastic, guiding me through the process with expertise and ensuring both my safety and that of the shark. After a quick photo and a closer look, we released it back into the ocean, watching as it swam away into the deep blue. This trip was a perfect blend of excitement and adventure, with the added bonus of being able to encounter such an amazing creature up close. I can't recommend this fishing trip enough—it’s a must for any thrill-seeker or fishing enthusiast! I'll definitely be back for more.

We set out early in the morning, the sun just beginning to rise, casting a golden glow across the water. The excitement was already building as we navigated out to our fishing spot, but nothing could have prepared me for what was to come. After a few hours of catching some smaller fish, I felt a strong tug on my line—much stronger than anything else that day. My heart started racing as I struggled to reel it in. After a good fight, I finally caught sight of my catch—a small shark! It was such...  

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 Frank S. recommends Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters

Kenneth D.
Kenneth D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Birthday with Stripers!

VERIFIED

STRIPERS/BLUEFISH 4 Hour (AM) on July 20, 2024

Captain John provided us with the perfect opportunity to celebrate our grandson’s 13th birthday, along with his mother, younger sister, grandmother and myself. We caught fish in the whole spectrum of sizes…and species! A couple undersized . A couple of slot fish, and two monster stripers (36”, 39”), both with a hefty girth! Along with those fish, we caught a crab ( which felt like another big fish while retrieving it), and lost a rig to a shark! All in all, an extremely enjoyable morning of fishing for all of us! The Captain and his mate were extremely helpful, patient, knowledgeable and gracious, from the moment that we arrived, until we drove away at the end of our trip. This is my second year chartering with the Grey Dolphin, and there will be more trips in the future. Thank you, Captain John, for a truly enjoyable experience!

Captain John provided us with the perfect opportunity to celebrate our grandson’s 13th birthday, along with his mother, younger sister, grandmother and myself. We caught fish in the whole spectrum of sizes…and species! A couple undersized . A couple of slot fish, and two monster stripers (36”, 39”), both with a hefty girth! Along with those fish, we caught a crab ( which felt like another big fish while retrieving it), and lost a rig to a shark! All in all, an extremely enjoyable morning of...  

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 Kenneth D. recommends Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters
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John Ciccariello
John Ciccariello (The Captain)
Replied on July 20, 2024
Thanks for fishing with us today.

Michael K.
Michael K.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

June fishing trip

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STRIPERS/BLUEFISH 4 Hour (AM) on June 17, 2025

Captain John and Mate Chase were both outstanding. We started the day off strong and caught over 20 fish for the day!! Great communication thru out, from booking to day of. Highly recommend for both fishing veterans and newbies!!!

Captain John and Mate Chase were both outstanding. We started the day off strong and caught over 20 fish for the day!! Great communication thru out, from booking to day of. Highly recommend for both fishing veterans and newbies!!!  

 Michael K. recommends Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters

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FAQs about Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters

What are the trip rates for Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters?

Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - SPECIAL CHILDREN FLOUNDER TRIPS 4hr (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 5 guests - Winter Flounder 4 Hour Trips (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Striper/Bluefish 4 Hour (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - STRIPERS/BLUEFISH 4 Hour (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Striper/Bluefish (AM) (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters?

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
What's included in the trip price with Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters?

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 )
What types of fishing does Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters offer?

Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
What fishing techniques does Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters offer?

Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing (Early May and June Flounder Fishing trips.)
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping (Surface lures when fish are surface feeding.)
  • Fly Fishing (Customers must bring their own gear.)
  • Drift Fishing (Technique used for winter flounder fishing)
Which fish species can I catch with Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters?

Top targeted fish species with Grey Dolphin Sportfishing Charters include:

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

Your captain

John Ciccariello

Dennis, Massachusetts, United States

25 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
276 Customer reviews
Response time 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

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish
Bluefish
Flounder
Flounder
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
31 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
Eastern Boats Inc
Boat type
Downeast

Engine model
Cummins Deisel
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

Early May and June Flounder Fishing trips.

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Popping

Surface lures when fish are surface feeding.

Fly Fishing

Customers must bring their own gear.

Drift Fishing

Technique used for winter flounder 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 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

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

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)
BluefishBluefish
FlounderFlounder
Mackerel (Atlantic)Mackerel (Atlantic)
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)

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