UnReel Sportfishing 

5.0
(16 reviews)
 954 Ocean Drive, Cape May, NJ 08204, United States–

UnReel Sportfishing 

Cape May, NJ, United States
–
34 ft
6
5.0
(16 reviews)

Make some memories in Cape May and go fishing with UnReel Sportfishing.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Bonito, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and plenty more. Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself trolling or maybe something more specialized in this area. Fish caught during the trip are yours to take home, so long as they're within the legal limit. The crew can even clean your catch for you. Have a cooler ready in the car or you can bring a cooler with your own food and drinks.

Your boat for the day is a 34' Downeast that holds up to 6 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Don't leave home without snacks, drinks, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Now, time to hit the water with UnReel Sportfishing!

Make some memories in Cape May and go fishing with UnReel Sportfishing.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Bonito, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and plenty more. Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself trolling or maybe something more specialized in this area. Fish caught during the trip are yours to take home, so long as they're within the legal limit. The crew can even clean your catch for you. Have a cooler ready in the car or you can bring a cooler with your own food and drinks.

Your boat for the day is a 34' Downeast that holds up to 6 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Don't leave home without snacks, drinks, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Now, time to hit the water with UnReel Sportfishing!

John Peterson
Captain
John Peterson
28 years of experience
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Shark (AM)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Aug 15
US $825
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trolling
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 17 - Sep 10
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
Bonito
US $825
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Shark (PM)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Aug 15
US $825
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
16 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (24)

Reviews (16)

  • Jessica Cafasso
    Jessica Cafasso
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic day!

    Half Day Trolling - 12:00 PM on June 20, 2026 • 6 adults

    My family and I spent the day with Captain John catching tons of sharks- super fun!! made great memories and would definitely recommend. See again next time John :)

  • Andrew Lehman
    Andrew Lehman
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Exceeded All Expectations

    Half Day Shark (PM) on July 3, 2024 • 6 adults

    Captain John was exceptional and did an amazing job of putting us on sharks. Big Sharks. He contacted me the day before our trip to move up the departure time to have the best sea conditions and we landed 10 amazing sharks and the 6 of us had an absolute blast. It was challenging to reel in that 9 foot shark but John was patient and gave great instructions. Plus he helps you get that great pic of you with your shark before he releases it. We will 100% book again with Unreel Sportfishing!!

  • Brett Durick
    Brett Durick
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2021
    7 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Hammered the sharks!

    Half Day Shark (AM) on August 2, 2025 • 6 adults • 3 children

    3 dads and 3 kids. First spot was slow and we moved. Ended up with 10 sharks in 2 hrs plus a few that got off close to the boat. Capt John was great. Patient with the kids and taught them how to reel the big boys in.

  • Tara Hales
    Tara Hales
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Small kids trip

    Half Day Shark (PM) on July 18, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Captain John was understanding of our family of 3 small kids and tried to make it memorable for us

  • Christian Schill
    Christian Schill
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time!

    Half Day Shark (PM) on July 13, 2024 • 6 adults

    Went out for the 4 hour shark trip and had a blast! Captain John was great, very friendly and accommodating, would 100% recommend.

  • Etienne Lebel
    Etienne Lebel
    ca
    Québec, Canada
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    What a day !!!!

    Half Day Shark (PM) on July 5, 2024 • 6 adults

    The day was perfect. Captain John was great and help us catch shark more than we expected!!! Thanks Captain John !!!!!

  • Nisha Sikder
    Nisha Sikder
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2024
    3 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Very cool experience!

    Half Day Shark (PM) on July 2, 2024 • 5 adults • 3 children

    We really enjoyed our shark catch and release experience-I didn’t think we would actually be able to hook multiple sharks, but we did! It was very cool and definitely was a once in lifetime experience for my 3 kids.

  • Brandon Miller
    Brandon Miller
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    4 hour Trip

    Half Day Shark (PM) on July 19, 2023 • 2 adults

    Absolutely the best time ever fishing!

  • Gerry Hickel
    Gerry Hickel
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    Half Day Trolling on July 20, 2023 • 6 adults • 2 children
  • John Freebody
    John Freebody
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day with Captain John

    Half Day Trolling - 12:00 PM on July 22, 2023 • 5 adults • 3 children

    Excellent day out and fun for my sons. Great boat and gear. John knew where to go and also how target the three different species. We had a great action packed session with nearly fifty fish across Spanish mackerel, Bonito and Blue fish. The boys loved it. Thank you John and unreel fishing

FAQs about UnReel Sportfishing

UnReel Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $825 per group - Half Day Shark (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $825 per group - Half Day Shark (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $825 per group - Half Day Trolling (4 hours)
  • US $825 per group - Half Day Trolling - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
When you book a trip with UnReel Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with UnReel Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is included)
  • Fishing license (Cost of trip includes all licenses and permits needed)
UnReel Sportfishing offers the following type of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
UnReel Sportfishing offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with UnReel Sportfishing include:
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Bonito
  • Spanish Mackerel

Your captain

John Peterson
John Peterson
Cape May, New Jersey, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
16 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2023
Get ready for a fantastic fishing adventure with Captain John Peterson in Cape May! He's the captain of a cool 34' Southshore boat and knows all the best spots in these waters. You'll have a blast catching fish like Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Bonito, and lots more. Captain John will teach you the art of trolling, a great technique to lure those fish in. He's got 18 years of experience and a few tricks up his sleeve that he's eager to share with you.
John Peterson
John Peterson
Fully verified
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reports
16
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
Get ready for a fantastic fishing adventure with Captain John Peterson in Cape May! He's the captain of a cool 34' Southshore boat and knows all the best spots in these waters. You'll have a blast catching fish like Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Bonito, and lots more. Captain John will teach you the art of trolling, a great technique to lure those fish in. He's got 18 years of experience and a few tricks up his sleeve that he's eager to share with you.

The fish you can target

Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bonito
Bonito
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bonito
Bonito
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel

Real catches by this captain

  • Two anglers actively reeling in a large shark while fishing on a sunny day, showcasing the excitement of deep-sea fishing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bull Shark
    Jessica C.
    Jessica C.
    My family and I spent the day with Captain John catching tons of sharks- super fun!! made great memories and would definitely recommend. See again next time John :)
  • A group of young anglers excitedly watches as a large fish is being reeled in during a fishing trip on a boat.
    Fish 1
    Bull Shark
    Brett D.
    Brett D.
    3 dads and 3 kids. First spot was slow and we moved. Ended up with 10 sharks in 2 hrs plus a few that got off close to the boat. Capt John was great. Patient with the kids and taught them how to reel the big boys in.
  • A young girl and an adult are on a boat, with the adult proudly displaying a caught fish, likely a Bluefish, during a sunny day on the water.
    Tara H.
    Tara H.
    Captain John was understanding of our family of 3 small kids and tried to make it memorable for us
  • A shark is seen breaking the surface of the water during a fishing expedition, showcasing the excitement of saltwater fishing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bull Shark
    Christian S.
    Christian S.
    Went out for the 4 hour shark trip and had a blast! Captain John was great, very friendly and accommodating, would 100% recommend.
  • A shark is being reeled in during a thrilling fishing experience, showcasing the excitement of angling in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Lemon Shark
    Etienne L.
    Etienne L.
    The day was perfect. Captain John was great and help us catch shark more than we expected!!! Thanks Captain John !!!!!
  • A large shark is breaching the surface of the water, showcasing an exciting moment during a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Nurse Shark
    Andrew L.
    Andrew L.
    Captain John was exceptional and did an amazing job of putting us on sharks. Big Sharks. He contacted me the day before our trip to move up the departure time to have the best sea conditions and we landed 10 amazing sharks and the 6 of us had an absolute blast. It was challenging to reel in that 9 foot shark but John was patient and gave great instructions. Plus he helps you get that great pic of you with your shark before he releases it. We will 100% book again with Unreel Sportfishing!!
  • A large shark is being reeled in, showcasing the excitement of fishing in coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Bull Shark
    Nisha S.
    Nisha S.
    We really enjoyed our shark catch and release experience-I didn’t think we would actually be able to hook multiple sharks, but we did! It was very cool and definitely was a once in lifetime experience for my 3 kids.
  • A family enjoying their time on a fishing charter boat, seated comfortably in the cabin with a scenic ocean backdrop.
    Gerry H.
    Gerry H.
  • Large shark hooked and thrashing beside the boat in coastal water during an active fishing encounter.
    Fish 1
    Bull Shark
    Brandon M.
    Brandon M.
    Absolutely the best time ever fishing!
  • A group of anglers, including a young boy, proudly displaying their catch of Spanish Mackerel at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    We have been busy this week and the catching has been great. A nice mix of bluefish, bonito, and spanish mackerel. Everyone has been bringing home more than enough fish for dinner!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
2004
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Southshore
Boat type
Downeast
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
23 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is included
Fishing license
Cost of trip includes all licenses and permits needed

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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
We love having children aboard
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Cape May right now

Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)

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