Mako Wish Fishing Charters 

4.9
(7 reviews)
 5 Bay Avenue, Saco, ME 04072, United States–

Mako Wish Fishing Charters 

Saco, ME, United States
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26 ft
6
4.9
(7 reviews)

Book your next trip with Mako Wish Fishing Charters and find out what you're missing in Saco. Having logged many hours on these waters, Captain Craig can tell you all about these tides.

These waters are known for Pollock, Cod, Haddock, Atlantic Mackerel, Mako Shark, Striped Bass, Thresher Shark, Porbeagle Shark, Blue Shark, Bluefish (Tailor), Dogfish, and more. With any luck, it won't be long before you hear, “Fish on!”

On these trips, it’s common to drift and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life jacket of your own, be sure to ask if one is available on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized.

Your day begins aboard a 26' walkaround that can accommodate up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials you need for a day on the water.

You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

The charter covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a day on the water. Some fish have specific regulations, including restrictions on when they can be kept. If you're unsure what to expect, ask the captain.

Some essentials to bring are sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but hard liquor and glass bottles should be avoided.

Now, come aboard with Mako Wish Fishing Charters and get hooked!

Book your next trip with Mako Wish Fishing Charters and find out what you're missing in Saco. Having logged many hours on these waters, Captain Craig can tell you all about these tides.

These waters are known for Pollock, Cod, Haddock, Atlantic Mackerel, Mako Shark, Striped Bass, Thresher Shark, Porbeagle Shark, Blue Shark, Bluefish (Tailor), Dogfish, and more. With any luck, it won't be long before you hear, “Fish on!”

On these trips, it’s common to drift and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life jacket of your own, be sure to ask if one is available on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized.

Your day begins aboard a 26' walkaround that can accommodate up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials you need for a day on the water.

You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

The charter covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a day on the water. Some fish have specific regulations, including restrictions on when they can be kept. If you're unsure what to expect, ask the captain.

Some essentials to bring are sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but hard liquor and glass bottles should be avoided.

Now, come aboard with Mako Wish Fishing Charters and get hooked!

Craig Mccallum
Captain
Craig Mccallum
28 years of experience
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2 Hour – Children's Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (11:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Mackerel (Atlantic)
US $280
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour – Mackerel and Bass Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 11:00 AM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Mackerel (Atlantic)
US $560
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour – Inshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Shark (Porbeagle)
Cod
+7
US $835
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour – Offshore Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Shark (Porbeagle)
Cod
Pollock
Shark (Blue)
+3
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.9
7 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (21)

Reviews (7)

  • Richard Coon
    Richard Coon
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    AMAZING TRIP

    4 Hour – Mackerel and Bass Trip - 11:00 AM on September 4, 2026 • 5 adults • 3 children

    overall experience awesome captain Craig seemed very experienced got us on this the fish. there was 6 of us. everyone caught a fish and 2 people caught 2. then we got to experience pulling and setting some lobster traps. wonerful experience and would recommend to anyone. Definitely reaching out to himagain next year when we come back!!!!!

  • Eric Albinson
    Eric Albinson
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Perfect short trip for kids!

    2 Hour – Children's Trip - 1:00 PM on August 24, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Brought my 8 year old son for the 2 hour fishing trip. Went for mackerel and stripers. We caught a bunch of mackerel and pulled in a couple lobster traps and brought home a couple lobsters a huge crab and as much mackerel as we could carry. Definitely worth it.

  • David Hall
    David Hall
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Enjoyable! Special!

    2 Hour – Children's Trip - 1:00 PM on September 11, 2026 • 3 adults

    Captain Craig was patient and helpful for some novice fishermen. We had a great time, hooked several big fish and even got to check a few lobster pots.

  • Blythe Sather
    Blythe Sather
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    So much fun!

    2 Hour – Children's Trip - 1:00 PM on August 27, 2026 • 4 adults

    Perfect length of time for our kids and they caught so many fish!

  • Jason Wiggin
    Jason Wiggin
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2018
    5.0
    Verified

    amazing as always

    4 Hour – Mackerel and Bass Trip on August 10, 2026 • 5 adults

    great captain. great experience everytime.

  • Jeffrey Hendricks
    Jeffrey Hendricks
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2025
    4.7
    Verified
    New

    fish didn't cooperate

    6 Hour – Inshore Trip on September 9, 2026 • 5 adults

    Capt. Craig was great and tried hard to put us on fish. We didn't catch but sometimes it goes that way. Everything else was very good- the boat, equipment, and so forth. Had we caught fish, this would be a 5 star review.

  • Elizabeth Maddox
    Elizabeth Maddox
    us
    New Hampshire, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Great kids fishing trip!

    2 Hour – Children's Trip on August 27, 2026 • 5 adults • 3 children

    Captain Craig was great! My three daughters had an awesome first ocean fishing experience. They got to catch fish, pull up some lobster traps, and see seals. 2 hours was a good length. Highly recommend!

Rating

4.9
7 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (21)

All reviews (7)

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Richard Coon
Richard Coon
Repeat angler
us
New York, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
AMAZING TRIP
4 Hour – Mackerel and Bass Trip - 11:00 AM on September 4, 2026 • 2 adults • 3 children

overall experience awesome captain Craig seemed very experienced got us on this the fish. there was 6 of us. everyone caught a fish and 2 people caught 2. then we got to experience pulling and setting some lobster traps. wonerful experience and would recommend to anyone. Definitely reaching out to himagain next year when we come back!!!!!

Craig Mccallum
Response from Captain

Thank you all

Eric ALBINSON
Eric ALBINSON
us
Massachusetts, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Perfect short trip for kids!
2 Hour – Children's Trip - 1:00 PM on August 24, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child

Brought my 8 year old son for the 2 hour fishing trip. Went for mackerel and stripers. We caught a bunch of mackerel and pulled in a couple lobster traps and brought home a couple lobsters a huge crab and as much mackerel as we could carry. Definitely worth it.

Craig Mccallum
Response from Captain

thank you!

David Hall
David Hall
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Enjoyable! Special!
2 Hour – Children's Trip - 1:00 PM on September 11, 2026 • 3 adults

Captain Craig was patient and helpful for some novice fishermen. We had a great time, hooked several big fish and even got to check a few lobster pots.

Craig Mccallum
Response from Captain

Thank you David

Jeffrey Hendricks
Jeffrey Hendricks
us
Massachusetts, US
Member since 2025
4.7
Verified
fish didn't cooperate
6 Hour – Inshore Trip on September 9, 2026 • 5 adults

Capt. Craig was great and tried hard to put us on fish. We didn't catch but sometimes it goes that way. Everything else was very good- the boat, equipment, and so forth. Had we caught fish, this would be a 5 star review.

Elizabeth Maddox
Elizabeth Maddox
us
New Hampshire, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
Great kids fishing trip!
2 Hour – Children's Trip on August 27, 2026 • 2 adults • 3 children

Captain Craig was great! My three daughters had an awesome first ocean fishing experience. They got to catch fish, pull up some lobster traps, and see seals. 2 hours was a good length. Highly recommend!

Reported catch:
Atlantic Mackerel
Craig Mccallum
Response from Captain

Thank you

FAQs about Mako Wish Fishing Charters

Mako Wish Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $280 per group - 2 Hour – Children's Trip (2 hours)
  • US $280 per group - 2 Hour – Children's Trip - 1:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $560 per group - 4 Hour – Mackerel and Bass Trip (4 hours)
  • US $560 per group - 4 Hour – Mackerel and Bass Trip - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $835 per group - 6 Hour – Inshore Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - 8 Hour – Offshore Fishing Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Mako Wish Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
Trips booked with Mako Wish Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Mackerel.)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and filleting included.)
  • Fishing license (License included.)
Mako Wish Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Fish the Saco River.)
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Typical trip is approximately 12 miles offshore.)
Mako Wish Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Mako Wish Fishing Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cod
  • Dogfish
  • Haddock
  • Mackerel (Atlantic)
  • Pollock
  • Shark (Blue)
  • Shark (Mako)
  • Shark (Porbeagle)
  • Shark (Thresher)

Your captain

Craig Mccallum
Craig Mccallum
Saco, Maine, United States
ID & license verified
7 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since August 2026
Capt. Craig McCallum is your guide to a memorable fishing adventure in the waters of Saco, Maine. Using bottom fishing, spinning, drifting, jigging, and other techniques, you'll have the chance to catch Taimen, Mako Shark, and Haddock. The best way to experience it is to join them on the water.
Craig Mccallum
Craig Mccallum
Fully verified
7
reviews
2026
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Craig McCallum is your guide to a memorable fishing adventure in the waters of Saco, Maine. Using bottom fishing, spinning, drifting, jigging, and other techniques, you'll have the chance to catch Taimen, Mako Shark, and Haddock. The best way to experience it is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cod
Cod
Dogfish
Dogfish
Haddock
Haddock
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel
Pollock
Pollock
Blue Shark
Blue Shark
Mako Shark
Mako Shark
Porbeagle Shark
Porbeagle Shark
Thresher Shark
Thresher Shark
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cod
Cod
Dogfish
Dogfish
Haddock
Haddock

Real catches by this captain

  • Enjoyable!  Special!
    David H.
    David H.
  • AMAZING TRIP
    Richard C.
    Richard C.
  • So much fun!
    Blythe S.
    Blythe S.
  • amazing as always
    Jason W.
    Jason W.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2005
Boat manufacturer
Aquasport
Boat type
Walkaround
Engine model
Tohatsu
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Mackerel.
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and filleting included.
Fishing license
License included.

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
No age limit.
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

What’s biting in Saco right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
CodCod
HaddockHaddock
PollockPollock
Shark (Blue)Shark (Blue)
Shark (Mako)Shark (Mako)
Shark (Porbeagle)Shark (Porbeagle)
Shark (Thresher)Shark (Thresher)

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