Gone Fishin’ Sport Fishing Charters

Come join the captain and crew of Gone Fishin’ Sport Fishing Charters and let them help you make lasting memories with family and friends on your next fishing adventure.

Captain Mark Elliott has been in the charter business for over five decades and has instilled this same passion and dedication for fishing into his son, Captain Mark Elliott Jr. Capt. Mark Jr has been the first mate on Gone Fishin’ since the age of 8. As soon as he was 18, he officially joined his father to carry on his legacy.

Together, the two of them have over 70 years of experience fishing the waters of Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. With their combined know-how, rest assured that these two will do everything possible to make sure your experience is unforgettable.

The Gone Fishin’ V is a 44’ Henriques with twin 700 HP diesel engines and 600 gallons of fuel to provide the range and speed needed to find the fish. With an oversized 170-square-foot cockpit, transom door, cockpit helm, and room for hundreds of pounds of ice and fish, the Gone Fishin’ V is truly a fishing machine.

From fishing for Black Drum and Striped Bass in Delaware Bay to targeting various pelagic species such as Bluefin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Wahoo in the Atlantic Ocean, this boat has everything you need to take on your next adventure.

You won’t have to worry about the hassle of bringing your own equipment either. The Gone Fishin’ V has a number of top-quality Star Rods accompanied by Daiwa reels to choose from.

Come on down and let Capt. Mark and Capt. Mark Jr take you on your next fishing adventure!

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Note: due to the increased price of fuel, the cost for trips unfortunately had to be increased for the 2023 season. We intend to change trip prices back to their original fares as soon as fuel prices return back to normal.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 15 - Sep 30
    US $750
    This trip is perfect for getting the whole family together for some fun fishing times. You'll spend around 2 hours traveling to and from the best fishing spots, allowing for 2 full hours of trolling or bottom fishing. Your main target for the day will be Bluefish, but you can also target the likes of Striped Bass, Spanish Mackerel, Flounder, and more.
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Tautog
    Tautog
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 15 - Sep 30
    US $750
    This trip is perfect for families looking to get out on the water for a few hours, and still have plenty of time to enjoy the other attractions Cape May has to offer. You'll spend 2 hours traveling to and from your fishing destination, which allows for 2 full hours of trolling or bottom fishing. Your main target species is Bluefish, but you can also target many more including Striped Bass, Spanish Mackerel, Flounder, and Black Seabass.
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 31
    US $950
    Similar to the half day trip; however this trip offers you additional fishing time whether it's trolling and/or bottom fishing. Perfect for groups that want to get out early and be back in time to go to beach.
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Tautog
    Tautog
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Spring Black Drum
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Jun 15
    US $1,100
    Springtime in Cape May has been notoriously known for its epic black drum season. Starting in early May into mid-June, these fish come from all over to spawn in the Delaware Bay. Reaching weights over 100lbs, black drum truly make for an incredible experience for both hardcore and and first time anglers.
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 1 - Jun 15
    US $1,350
    Captain Mark has built his reputation around bottom fishing. From fishing for Black Drum and Striped Bass in the Delaware Bay to fishing a number of wrecks and reefs for Black Seabass and Flounder, you’re sure to enjoy this full-day experience with the "Gone Fishin'" crew.
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Tautog
    Tautog
  • Private trip
    Deep Water Seabass (Fall)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 1 - Dec 31
    US $1,500
    Captain Mark has built his reputation on bottom fishing. The spring and fall Seabass seasons are something that the crew of the Gone Fishin’ looks forward to every year. You will be traveling between 30-40 miles offshore to several wrecks and reefs to target jumbo Seabass. With plenty of action packed fishing from start to finish, you will be sure to enjoy this trip of a lifetime. Note: The seasons are set by the State and the dates are tentative.
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
  • Private trip
    Deep Water Seabass (Spring)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 17 - Jun 19
    US $1,500
    Captain Mark has built his reputation on bottom fishing. The spring and fall Seabass seasons are something that the crew of the Gone Fishin’ looks forward to every year. You will be traveling between 30-40 miles offshore to several wrecks and reefs to target jumbo Seabass. With plenty of action packed fishing from start to finish, you will be sure to enjoy this trip of a lifetime. Note: The seasons are set by the State and the dates are tentative.
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip – Inshore Mahi/Wahoo
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Sep 30
    US $2,000
    This trip is for the group that wants the opportunity to target pelagic species such as Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and King Mackrel without the long ride to the canyons. On this trip, you'll be heading anywhere from 25 miles to 40 miles from shore. Get ready for your next big game adventure aboard the "Gone Fishin’".
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip – Jumbo Seabass
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 1 - Dec 31
    US $3,000
    Similar to the Deep Water Seabass Trip. However, you will be traveling 60 miles to the offshore rockpiles to target extra large Seabass. With plenty of action packed fishing from start to finish, you will be sure to enjoy this trip of a lifetime. Note: the seasons are set by the State and the dates are tentative.
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
  • Private trip
    12 Hour–Marathon Deep Drop Tilefish
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Oct 31
    US $3,300
    Travel to the edge of the Continental Shelf where we’ll be fishing anywhere from 350’ to 600’ of water for giant Golden Tilefish as well as their smaller cousin the Blueline Tilefish. This trip is ideal for all you anglin' fin-atics out there looking for a lot more than just your average trip and wanting to create lasting memories with family and friends. This is a 12-hour trip, so bring some food and drinks, comfortable clothing, and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!
    Targeted fish
    Tilefish
    Tilefish
  • Private trip
    14 Hour Trip – Tuna/Tilefish Combo
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    16 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 15 - Oct 31
    US $3,700
    Want the best of both worlds for your offshore adventure? Then this trip is for you! Spend half of the day deep dropping for Golden and Blueline Tilefish. We will then switch up tactics and troll the canyons for Yellowfin Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and other pelagic species. This trip will be sure to give you lasting memories and full freezers!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Bigeye)
    Bigeye Tuna
    Tilefish
    Tilefish
  • Private trip
    16 hour - Northeast Canyons (Tuna)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    16 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 15 - Oct 1
    US $3,700
    This trip is ideal for all you anglin' fin-atics out there looking for a lot more than just your average trip. You'll travel between 60-70 miles from shore where you’ll be fishing along the continental shelf. Get ready for an offshore showdown as you target Yellowfin and Bluefin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, White Marlin, and Wahoo. This is a 12-hour trip, so bring some food and drinks, comfortable clothing, and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Tuna (Bluefin)
    Bluefin Tuna
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Bigeye)
    Bigeye Tuna
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FAQs about Gone Fishin’ Sport Fishing Charters

Gone Fishin’ Sport Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $750 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $950 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - Full Day Trip – Spring Black Drum (8 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group - Full Day Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - Deep Water Seabass (Fall) (8 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - Deep Water Seabass (Spring) (8 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Inshore Mahi/Wahoo (10 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Jumbo Seabass (12 hours)
  • US $3,300 per group - 12 Hour–Marathon Deep Drop Tilefish (12 hours)
  • US $3,700 per group - 14 Hour Trip – Tuna/Tilefish Combo (16 hours)
  • US $3,700 per group - 16 hour - Northeast Canyons (Tuna) (16 hours)

When you book a trip with Gone Fishin’ Sport Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private with sink.
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS Simrad evo3
  • Fishfinder Simrad evo3
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar Simrad evo3

Trips booked with Gone Fishin’ Sport Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Star Rod, Daiwa.)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Gone Fishin’ Sport Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Gone Fishin’ Sport Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Gone Fishin’ Sport Fishing Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Flounder
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Mako)
  • Tautog
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Mark Elliott
Cape May, New Jersey, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
116 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2019
Captain Mark Elliott has been in the charter industry for over 50 years, starting as a first mate in 1969 and taking over as captain in 1979. Throughout the years one thing has remained the same: Capt. Mark’s passion and dedication to all guests that come aboard. From the most experienced angler to the first timer, Capt. Mark truly invests his years of knowledge and experience into every angler to ensure they leave with lasting memories for years to come.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Black Drum Black Drum
Bluefish Bluefish
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Boat specs

Henriques (Sportfishing) originally built in 1996, and restored in 2020. Powered by 2 700HP Caterpillar engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 23 knots.

Length
44 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Private with sink.
Air Conditioning
GPS
Simrad evo3
Fishfinder
Simrad evo3
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Star Rod, Daiwa.
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No minimum age.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
PayPal
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 116 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (96)
December fishing trip
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Fishing with Mark
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Angler rating
108
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
93%
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Zachary R.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip in July

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 5, 2023
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Benjamin S.
Neffsville, PA
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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3/4 day with Captain Mark

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on September 6, 2023
We had a fantastic and memorable day with Captain Mark and Joe! We didn’t get to bring home a lot, but it was through no...
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Brandon T.
Allentown, PA
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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3/4 day trip for 2 days

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on July 8, 2023
All 4 of us had a fantastic time with Captain Mark and Joe.  They were extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and fun.  It would...
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Richard R.
Cape May Court House, New Jersey
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day Trip with CAPT Mike

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on September 18, 2023
Had a great trip. Capt Mike and First Mate Tom are professionals and very courteous.  The GONE FISHIN’ V is a great boat...
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Joseph M. E.
Powder Springs, Georgia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day Gone Fishin'!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 16, 2023
3 generations of Joes went out for a mid day trip and had a blast! Capt Mark put us on the fish and we caught blues the entire...
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