Tuna Hunter Fishing Charters
Tuna Hunter Fishing Charters offers professional, private sport fishing charters for anglers of all abilities and all ages. Join Captain Gary Cannell to discover Gloucester fishing at its finest. With over 40 years of fishing experience, he ought to know what he’s doing.
Don’t let the name mislead you – though Tuna Hunter excels in going after giant Bluefin Tuna, they’re superb in every aspect of deep sea fishing. They don’t shy away from inshore fishing either, so Capt. Gary will guide you through Striped Bass fishing in the surrounding Cape Ann waters if that’s what you’d prefer.
However, catching enormous Tuna is your captain’s passion, so if you’re ready to wrestle with the giants, he will show you where and how it’s done. The feat will require a bit of luck, skill, and patience, as getting those bad boys into the boat can take up to a couple of hours. However, the effort will definitely be worth it when you first set your eyes on the monster you just caught.
You may also catch Haddock, Flounder, Bluefish, and even some Sharks. Rods, reels, bait, tackle as well as instruction (as needed or requested) are provided, you just need to come aboard and get ready to fish.
These angling escapades wouldn’t be possible without a trusty boat like Capt. Gary’s 36’ Runaway. She is outfitted with two 240 HP Volvo engines and can take you out steadily and comfortably. The vessel will take up to 6 anglers for a day of amazing angling experiences.
Corporate, family and group outings are Tuna Hunter Fishing Charters specialty, so invite whoever you think would be the best company for your fishing expedition and come aboard!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (26)
+23Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
88%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
88%
Nov 5, 2023
12 Hour Offshore Marathon
Fishing Bluefin Tuna with Wicked Tuna’s Gary Capitan
Captain Gary and first mate Joe are very helpful and kind, they taught me some crucial skills fishing with tuna and sharks. And we caught a 150lbs bluefin tuna on this trip, which broke my record for bft. And the crew even said that usually they caught at least three times than this size. Capitan and first mate tried so hard to put me on a fish, thanks a lot!
Captain Gary and first mate Joe are very helpful and kind, they taught me some crucial skills fishing with tuna and sharks. And...
Fonda, NY
May 21, 2022
Full Day Trip - Cod/Haddock
Full Day Trip with Gary & Paul
Everyone on the boat limited out. Had one fish on hook that was bitten by a shark and was able to watch. One of our crew hooked the shark and fought it for about 1/2 hour. Would highly recommend Gary and Tuna Hunter.
Everyone on the boat limited out. Had one fish on hook that was bitten by a shark and was able to watch. One of our crew hooked...
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Plessis, NY
Jun 13, 2022
12 Hour Offshore Marathon
June fishing trip
Captain Gary was great. He was very accommodating and made our fishing trip one that we will never forget. Can't wait to book again.
Captain Gary was great. He was very accommodating and made our fishing trip one that we will never forget. Can't wait to book...
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Toano, VA
Jul 10, 2018
Full Day Trip - Cod/Haddock
Great time in Gloucester, MA
With 3 children and 3 adults we chartered with Tuna Hunter for Haddock fishing. After arriving at location we were quickly catchingt Haddock, Pollock, Cod and others. After a couple hours we decided to switch and see if we could catch some strippers. Captain Gary was very happy to comply with the request and we were quickly underway to catch the batefish. The children enjoyed catching Mackeral for bait, but catching the strippers required extreem effort on the part of Cpt. Gary's and his first mate, Ben. They both went beyond all expectations in acheiving the goal of ensuring everyone was catching at least one keeper, expecially the children. We cannot say enough as to how pleased we were with our choice of boat and crew for this first time charter for the family. Thanks to Cpt. Gary and Ben for a wonderful day on the water and making this family vacation special for all of us!!
With 3 children and 3 adults we chartered with Tuna Hunter for Haddock fishing. After arriving at location we were quickly catchingt...
Captain replied
S CHEEK, NY
Aug 31, 2021
12 Hour Offshore Marathon
Fishing with Gary
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (26)
+23Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
88%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
88%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing Bluefin Tuna with Wicked Tuna’s Gary Capitan
12 Hour Offshore Marathon on November 5, 2023
Captain Gary and first mate Joe are very helpful and kind, they taught me some crucial skills fishing with tuna and sharks. And we caught a 150lbs bluefin tuna on this trip, which broke my record for bft. And the crew even said that usually they caught at least three times than this size. Capitan and first mate tried so hard to put me on a fish, thanks a lot!
Captain Gary and first mate Joe are very helpful and kind, they taught me some crucial skills fishing with tuna and sharks. And we caught a 150lbs bluefin tuna on this trip, which broke my record for bft. And the crew even said that usually they caught at least three times than this size. Capitan and first mate tried so hard to put me on a fish, thanks a lot!
Fonda, NY
Experience:
Boat
Crew
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Full Day Trip with Gary & Paul
Full Day Trip - Cod/Haddock on May 21, 2022
Everyone on the boat limited out. Had one fish on hook that was bitten by a shark and was able to watch. One of our crew hooked the shark and fought it for about 1/2 hour. Would highly recommend Gary and Tuna Hunter.
Everyone on the boat limited out. Had one fish on hook that was bitten by a shark and was able to watch. One of our crew hooked the shark and fought it for about 1/2 hour. Would highly recommend Gary and Tuna Hunter.
Plessis, NY
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
June fishing trip
12 Hour Offshore Marathon on June 13, 2022
Captain Gary was great. He was very accommodating and made our fishing trip one that we will never forget. Can't wait to book again.
Captain Gary was great. He was very accommodating and made our fishing trip one that we will never forget. Can't wait to book again.
Toano, VA
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great time in Gloucester, MA
Full Day Trip - Cod/Haddock on July 10, 2018
With 3 children and 3 adults we chartered with Tuna Hunter for Haddock fishing. After arriving at location we were quickly catchingt Haddock, Pollock, Cod and others. After a couple hours we decided to switch and see if we could catch some strippers. Captain Gary was very happy to comply with the request and we were quickly underway to catch the batefish. The children enjoyed catching Mackeral for bait, but catching the strippers required extreem effort on the part of Cpt. Gary's and his first mate, Ben. They both went beyond all expectations in acheiving the goal of ensuring everyone was catching at least one keeper, expecially the children. We cannot say enough as to how pleased we were with our choice of boat and crew for this first time charter for the family. Thanks to Cpt. Gary and Ben for a wonderful day on the water and making this family vacation special for all of us!!
With 3 children and 3 adults we chartered with Tuna Hunter for Haddock fishing. After arriving at location we were quickly catchingt Haddock, Pollock, Cod and others. After a couple hours we decided to switch and see if we could catch some strippers. Captain Gary was very happy to comply with the request and we were quickly underway to catch the batefish. The children enjoyed catching Mackeral for bait, but catching the strippers required extreem effort on the part of Cpt. Gary's and his...
S CHEEK, NY
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing with Gary
12 Hour Offshore Marathon on August 31, 2021
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