Captain
Skip Bandini

Member since May 2018 Falmouth, United States

Background: Growing up in Boston and always having a love for being on the water, it was a natural to start fishing at a young age. I went on to graduate from Massachusetts Maritime Academy in 1981, and now that I am retired, I want to share my fishing experiences with others. Book this trip now and you’ll love the experience.

Hey, I'm Captain Skip Bandini

Falmouth, United States

Background: Growing up in Boston and always having a love for being on the water, it was a natural to start fishing at a young age. I went on to graduate from Massachusetts Maritime Academy in 1981, and now that I am retired, I want to share my fishing experiences with others. Book this trip now and you’ll love the experience.

Reviews

Fishing Reports

My Charter Listing

Fish Bandit – Vineyard Sound

5.0 / 5

(59 reviews)

5.0 / 5

(59 reviews)

Falmouth • 26 ft • 6 persons

Trips from US $600

Fishing Reports

Albies just starting to show!

Aug 14, 2023 Falmouth

Book an Albie trip, as they are just coming into the area, here is a picture of our first one of the season caugt on 8/13/23

Albies are in Falmouth

Aug 22, 2022 Falmouth

One of the most exciting In-Shore fish you can catch. The Albie: today we had success getting three on boatd and losing one. They are hard to catch and even tougher to bring in on-light tackle as they swim 40mph. Book today

July 3rd Report

Jul 3, 2022 Falmouth

Bottom fishing for Sea Bass and Fluke has been excellent. As you can see in one picture we doubled up w a nice keeper Fluke and a Monsta Sea Bass. Two people from Canada booked the Fish Bandit and caught and released over sixty fish. Plenty of doubles to go around. Come visit us in one of the worlds greatest vacation spots on Cape Cod in Falmouth, MA Fish Bandit Charters Captain Skip Bandini

Multiple Species of Fish being caught in

Jun 14, 2022 Falmouth

This has been a good week for a variety of fish as we are hitting numerous Striped Bass and big Bluefish on the shoals. We have found Black Sea Bass are holding in deeper water, rather than the usual shallow 25' to 40'. Deeper shoal are holding some keeper size fluke as you will see an 18" in the picture attached. Slot stripers are around and customers have been very happy with the trips this last week.

Vineyard Sound on Fire Right Now!

Jun 4, 2020 Falmouth

Although the Stripers are Mostly running between 22-27”, they are tremendous fish to catch on light tackle. (Check out the video) The Stripers are everywhere and feeding heavily. regarding the Sea Bass we are getting some nice knuckleheads and the Scuo have been great size. Come on out on the Fish Bandit® And have a day you will remember forever. Captain Skip Bandini

The Fish Are Here!

Jun 12, 2019 Falmouth

This week has been a great week to fish, plenty of Sea Bass and good size up to 22”, good size scup (porgy) up to 16” a few bluefish and Striper schoolies. Come on aboard and see what you can catch.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0 / 5

out of 5 stars from 59 reviews

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Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Experience

4.9 / 5

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Anglers claimed

Good experience
	97%
Friendly captain
	100%
Recommend this charter
	98%
Appropriate for children
	91%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	95%

Appropriate for children
	91%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	95%

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Irina G.

South Yarmouth, Massachusetts

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Half day trip

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip (PM) on July 20, 2023

Irina G.

South Yarmouth, Massachusetts

5.0 / 5

Jul 20, 2023

4 Hour Trip (PM)

Didn’t waste any time getting us out, tried his best to help us catch the most fish - and it was super fun! The captain is unique and knows what he’s doing and really helps you learn super quickly. I’ve been on a few charters, and haven’t seen a captain more engaged in helping us find the perfect spot to fish. The captain also has a mate who comes with him sometimes, and he is a super friendly guy who ended up saving our fish from flying off the boat 😄 We caught around 30 fish (even... More

Didn’t waste any time getting us out, tried his best to help us catch the most fish - and it was super fun! The captain is...

Irina G. recommends Fish Bandit – Vineyard Sound

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Skip Bandini (The Captain)

Replied on July 22, 2023

It was a pleasure to have Aaron on board! This kid loves fishing and is eager to learn. He was focused the whole trip and certainly out fished the entire boat. When kids (15) have great attitudes positive outcomes are the results. Thanks and can’t wait to see you next year.

Skip Bandini (The Captain)

Replied on July 22, 2023

Thanks and can’t wait to see you next year.

Captain replied

Simon G.

East Falmouth, Massachusetts

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

4hr Blue fish trip with Skip and Donny

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip (PM) on July 7, 2023

Simon G.

East Falmouth, Massachusetts

5.0 / 5

Jul 7, 2023

4 Hour Trip (PM)

4hr Blue fish trip with Skip and Donny

VERIFIED

Booked a trip for the 7th July looking to catch Blue Fish and the trip was awesome. Skip and Donny were great guys who know their stuff. After a slow start in the fog Skip trusted his instincts and got us to a great spot where we hooking into big blues before we knew it. Great trip and thoroughly recommend these guys. If we go again next year will certainly be looking to go with these guys.

Booked a trip for the 7th July looking to catch Blue Fish and the trip was awesome. Skip and Donny were great guys who know...

Simon G. recommends Fish Bandit – Vineyard Sound

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Mallory M.

Sioux Falls, SD

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Fun for all ages!

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 12, 2023

Mallory M.

Sioux Falls, SD

5.0 / 5

Jun 12, 2023

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Fun for all ages!

VERIFIED

We had a blast with Captain Skip - He catered to everyone in the family including our 9 year old. Captain Skip was very knowledgeable and ensured that the experience was exactly what everyone hoped. The boat and supplies were perfect and communication made departure quick and easy. Thanks, Captain Skip!

We had a blast with Captain Skip - He catered to everyone in the family including our 9 year old. Captain Skip was very knowledgeable...

Mallory M. recommends Fish Bandit – Vineyard Sound

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Skip Bandini (The Captain)

Replied on June 14, 2023

You folks from So Dakota were awesome, we had some good old fashion jokes going around the boat. Appreciate the great review and we hope your stay on the Cape is one that you’ll remember for a long time.

Skip Bandini (The Captain)

Replied on June 14, 2023

Captain replied

Silvio D.

Southington, CT

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Best Bachelor Trip!

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 23, 2023

Silvio D.

Southington, CT

5.0 / 5

Jul 23, 2023

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Best Bachelor Trip!

VERIFIED

We had the best time on the Fish Bandit with Captain Skip and First Mate Don! Had a blast and caught some fish. Capt Skip was the best guide and was definitely worth coming to Cape Cod for! Would recommend to anyone looking to have a great time!

We had the best time on the Fish Bandit with Captain Skip and First Mate Don! Had a blast and caught some fish. Capt Skip was...

Silvio D. recommends Fish Bandit – Vineyard Sound

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Skip Bandini (The Captain)

Replied on July 24, 2023

You folks may be one of the best all American families ever aboard the Fish Bandit. Family is where it’s at and you have a special one. Loved listening to the stories and the love you have for one another. May Joe’s wedding be the best there ever was. Thanks for your kindness

Skip Bandini (The Captain)

Replied on July 24, 2023

Thanks for your kindness

Captain replied

Jeff N.

Townsend, DE

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great Day with Captain Skip

VERIFIED 6 Hour Trip on June 26, 2023

Jeff N.

Townsend, DE

5.0 / 5

Jun 26, 2023

6 Hour Trip

Great Day with Captain Skip

VERIFIED

I was in awe at the experience, the Captain is up there in the top three for best trips in vineyard sound. His knowledge and friendship to give you a great time is the best, do yourself right and book the Fish Bandit.

I was in awe at the experience, the Captain is up there in the top three for best trips in vineyard sound. His knowledge...

Jeff N. recommends Fish Bandit – Vineyard Sound

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Skip Bandini (The Captain)

Replied on June 27, 2023

Thanks Jeff and Doc! Best saying all day was “if your problems are too big, your God is too small!” You guys are hilarious w your stories , I’m still laughing. Wish I took some pictures of the fish but a serving of Sea Bass, Fluke and Scup should serve you guys well. Look forward to seeing you next time your on the Cape.

Skip Bandini (The Captain)

Replied on June 27, 2023

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Skip Bandini

Hey, I'm Captain Skip Bandini

My Charter Listing

Fish Bandit – Vineyard Sound

Fishing Reports

Fishing Reports

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Half day trip

Half day trip

4hr Blue fish trip with Skip and Donny

4hr Blue fish trip with Skip and Donny

Fun for all ages!

Fun for all ages!

Best Bachelor Trip!

Best Bachelor Trip!

Great Day with Captain Skip

Great Day with Captain Skip

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