Cape Cod Bay Charters 

5.0/5 (16 reviews)
 18 Bay View Drive, Orleans, MA 02653, United States

Cape Cod Bay Charters 

5.0/5 (16 reviews)
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18 Bay View Drive
Orleans, MA, United States

Rock Harbor is a tidal harbor, so your captain’s sailing schedule changes with the tides. Call the captain before the trip, so he can confirm the right meeting TIME. Trip starting times change with the tide.

On board Cape Cod Bay Charters, you’ll get to explore the plentiful waters of Cape Cod’s famous bay. Even better, you’ll be traveling alongside a local captain who’s been cruising these fishing grounds since 1980!

In addition to his wealth of local knowledge and experience, Captain Hap Farrell also crafts his very own rods and reels. When you head out onto the water, you’ll be armed with fishing gear that is perfectly suited to your skill level and the species you’re targeting. Get ready to hook the Bluefish or Bass of your dreams.

Capt. Hap’s custom made fishing gear is as diverse as the guests he welcomes on board his vessel – whether you’re an expert-level angler, traveling with little ones, or are just starting your fishing career, you’ll be provided with equipment that’ll give you the best shot possible at hooking your target fish. With special gear for women, children, and anglers who want to hook Cow Striper on seriously light tackle, all you need to do is choose your weapon and get ready to fish on!

You’ll be fishing from your captain’s 35’ Harris saltwater vessel, named “The Stunmai II.” She’s powered by a 313 HP Cummins engine and has room for up to 6 guests. She’s decked out with top-quality navigational gear, a private toilet, and life jackets in a variety of sizes, although Capt. Hap recommends bringing your own for little ones.

You’ll be fishing the plentiful waters of the bay from Rock Harbor in Orleans, and will use your captain’s custom-made light trolling tackle to target 2 East Coast staples: Bluefish and huge Striped Bass.

As well as your captain’s expertly-crafted fishing gear, your trip also includes lures and a fishing license for the boat. All that’s left is to grab some snacks and join Cape Cod Bay Charters for an unforgettable ad

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 16 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (22)

September fishing trip
September fishing trip
September fishing trip
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Angler rating

16
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

89%

Caught fish

100%

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Showing: 5 of 18 reviews
Robert M.
Robert M.

Aug 6, 2025

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Joseph M.
Joseph M.

Millbrook, NY

5.0/5

Aug 25, 2021

Half Day Trip

Half day trip with Captain Happ and August!

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I have to say, Captain Happ was great with my three teenage daughters and my wife on their first charter experience. He was knowledgeable, safe, and communicated his knowledge and direction very clearly. August, the 17y/o high school senior, was absolutely PERFECT and flawless! A perfect gentleman to all, and such a well informed and hard worker! He worked the stern of the boat, full of women mind you, (1st time anglers to boot) with the patience, understanding, and knowledge of an old kind soul. Captain Happ put us in the right spots, let us try multiple fishing rigs/equipment throughout the day, and openly shared his years of experience and interesting stories. August set us up with equipment, pulled in our catches, took pictures with us, kept the boat clean, released or saved and filleted our catches, performed on point when Captain Happ gave direction, etc……And this was all while partaking in interesting conversations about multiple topics with us all. I and my family would 100% do this again with these two gentleman, on this boat! Thank you, fellas!

I have to say, Captain Happ was great with my three teenage daughters and my wife on their first charter experience. He was knowledgeable,...  

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Robert H.
Robert H.
5.0/5

Aug 23, 2024

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Mohammad E.
Mohammad E.
5.0/5

Jul 21, 2023

Half Day Trip

Fishing with Hap

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Francis G.
Francis G.

Chicopee, MA

5.0/5

Jul 26, 2021

Half Day Trip

Half day trip with Captain Hap and First Mate August

VERIFIED

A great half day spent with Captain Hap and August. The Captain and August are very knowledgeable and skilled. Both extremely friendly, especially dealing with a 7 year old. Thanks for the memories.

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Trip availability and prices

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September 2025
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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 10 - Sep 30
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 10 - Sep 30
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US $900 
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 16 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (22)

September fishing trip
September fishing trip
September fishing trip
+19

Angler rating

16
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

89%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 18 reviews
Showing: 5 of 18 reviews
Robert M.
Robert M.

The captain canceled

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Trip was supposed to happen on August 6, 2025

The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

 

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Joseph M.
Joseph M.

Millbrook, NY

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half day trip with Captain Happ and August!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on August 25, 2021

I have to say, Captain Happ was great with my three teenage daughters and my wife on their first charter experience. He was knowledgeable, safe, and communicated his knowledge and direction very clearly. August, the 17y/o high school senior, was absolutely PERFECT and flawless! A perfect gentleman to all, and such a well informed and hard worker! He worked the stern of the boat, full of women mind you, (1st time anglers to boot) with the patience, understanding, and knowledge of an old kind soul. Captain Happ put us in the right spots, let us try multiple fishing rigs/equipment throughout the day, and openly shared his years of experience and interesting stories. August set us up with equipment, pulled in our catches, took pictures with us, kept the boat clean, released or saved and filleted our catches, performed on point when Captain Happ gave direction, etc……And this was all while partaking in interesting conversations about multiple topics with us all. I and my family would 100% do this again with these two gentleman, on this boat! Thank you, fellas!

I have to say, Captain Happ was great with my three teenage daughters and my wife on their first charter experience. He was knowledgeable, safe, and communicated his knowledge and direction very clearly. August, the 17y/o high school senior, was absolutely PERFECT and flawless! A perfect gentleman to all, and such a well informed and hard worker! He worked the stern of the boat, full of women mind you, (1st time anglers to boot) with the patience, understanding, and knowledge of an old kind...  

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Robert H.
Robert H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

August fishing trip

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Half Day Trip on August 23, 2024

 

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Mohammad E.
Mohammad E.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Hap

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Half Day Trip on July 21, 2023

 

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Francis G.
Francis G.

Chicopee, MA

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half day trip with Captain Hap and First Mate August

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on July 26, 2021

A great half day spent with Captain Hap and August. The Captain and August are very knowledgeable and skilled. Both extremely friendly, especially dealing with a 7 year old. Thanks for the memories.

A great half day spent with Captain Hap and August. The Captain and August are very knowledgeable and skilled. Both extremely friendly, especially dealing with a 7 year old. Thanks for the memories.  

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FAQs about Cape Cod Bay Charters

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
35 ft
Year built
1974
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Harris
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 313HP
Max cruising speed
15 knots
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