Tuna Tail Charters Deep Sea Fishing 

5.0/5 (84 beoordelingen)
 79 East Main Street Cripple Cove Landing, Gloucester, MA 01930, Verenigde Staten

Tuna Tail Charters Deep Sea Fishing 

5.0/5 (84)
 Angler's Choice
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79 East Main Street Cripple Cove Landing
Gloucester, MA, Verenigde Staten
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Tuna Tail Charters is located in Gloucester, providing the best and most successful trips in the area. Senior Captain John DeMarco has been fishing commercially and professionally from Mexico to New England, in and offshore, for over 45 years. His experience in the local waters gives him the ability to know where the fish are.

Capt. John aims to tailor every trip so you have the best fishing adventure. Depending on what we are fishing for, bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing, jigging, kite fishing, and popping are only a few of the techniques we use.  The goal is for you to have an incredibly successful trip.

Your adventure begins aboard F/V Lobster Tales, a legendary 35' custom Duffy. It was built in Maine for New England waters. She is very large, so there is no crowding and plenty of deck space. The boat is fully equipped with 2 navigation and fish-finding systems, multiple VHF radios, a raft, a full toilet, bunks, a dinette, iced coolers, AC, and more. Beautifully finished interior, but it is a fish-catching boat.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day at no additional cost.

You'll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip. There will be a first mate on board to help you with anything you need.  Tips for good service are always appreciated.

Up for a family trip? Children ages 6 and above are welcome, and younger kids may be allowed with prior approval. This is a child-friendly and veteran-owned charter, so bring your loved ones and make unforgettable memories together.

Best of Gloucester Charter Boat 2022!
Awarded the Fishing booker Anglers Choice Award
Member of the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce

No one works harder to make your trip the most exciting and memorable adventure.  We do everything possible to achieve these goal.
The boat is cleaned and sanitized after each trip, a definite plus

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Rating

5.0
84 reviews
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5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (231)

nice trip out
nice trip out
nice trip out
Caught a good time
Fantastic
Fantastic
+225

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
87%
Caught fish

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Stephanie Wilcoxson
Stephanie Wilcoxson
5.0
Verified
nice trip out
5 Hr Haddock cod deep sea AM trip on October 19, 20254 adults
We’ve fished all over on a variety of boats, using various fishing methods, with a variety captains and crews. Capt John had our safety as his top priority watching weather paterns and calling 4 days prior to departure then checking in daily up to our scheduled trip, as he had some concerns. We ended up being able to go out, and catch some fish! Jeff was personable and kept our lines baited. He and Capt John kept the boat tidy with everything in its place. Althoug the water was a little rough, you didnt feel much on that boat! like fishing with friends! highly recommend fishing with these guys if you get the chance!
Reported catch:
Cod
Haddock
Whiting
Response from Captain
October 20, 2025
thank you Stephanie and Clay. it truly a fun day ,share experience and catch fish. We hope to see you next year earlier in the season, I know what Clay wants to catch. It was like out with friends ,I thank you
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Lindsay Rollins
Lindsay Rollins
5.0
Verified
Dunfudgin
5 hr Bass and blues PM 12:30 on July 23, 20252 adults
John and Jeff are forever my homies. Jeff had me as a little passenger princess and casted all my reels for me. Caught a beast that was too big to keep, but rather catch a beast than no beast at all. If you like history, just wait and book this trip and learn all the history of every surrounding no doubt. If you’re still not convinced, you should be done fudgin’ and just trust my word on my brothas John and Jeff for Tuna Tails. <3 ya, tight lines
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Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Atlantic Mackerel
Response from Captain
July 27, 2025
Thank you. We enjoyed your company tremendously. Hope to see you soon. And get a bigger one. Thank you Capt. John
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John Santmann
John Santmann
5.0
Verified
Great boat, great captain, great crew, great for families
12 Hour Trip – All Day Mar on June 27, 20254 adults
I’m 69 and have owned a boat most of my life. I went on a 12 hour trip with my 25 year old son and 2 of his friends. We had a great time and I can’t think of anything that should have been done differently. Here are some of my observations… Captain - decades of experience, friendly, creates great environment on the boat, knowns where the fish are. Mate - see above. Could be a captain in his own right. Loves the ocean. Boat - Has open area in back for fishing with all the equipment including large live well. Has large cabin that easily seats 7 to get in from the cold or heat or weather. Cabin has full windows all around for view the horizon from all directions. This is helpful for those who might be prone to sea sickness. Relatively quiet engine so you can carry on a conversation while the boat is underway. Has automatic life-raft and of course, fire extinguishers, life preserves and EPIRB. Relatively low center of gravity, which minimizes his side to side rocking and likelihood of getting seasick. Bunks below deck, in event someone needs to lie down. Good cruising speed of about 15 to 20 kn. Handles the water well.
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Reported catch:
Haddock
Striped Bass
Response from Captain
June 29, 2025
Thank You John, We had a great trip with you guys. Lots of laughs and great company. I hope we get to enjoy another trip soon. Thank you for the review it is appreciated. See you soon. Thank You, Capt. John
1
Emily Wright
Emily Wright
5.0
Verified
Awesome family fun with a fantastic crew
5 hr Bass and blues PM 12:30 on June 25, 20254 adults1 child
I couldn’t be happier with our family fishing experience. Captain John and first mate Jeff were so patient with our kids, skilled fisherman, and completely entertaining. We caught a variety of fish. Enough of the Haddock were large enough that we had a DELICIOUS meal with them back at our rental apartment (my son cooked the rest for breakfast the next morning). The boat was great too. Covered seating areas and a bathroom. I’ve been on crowded charter boats before and this was not crowded. All 5 of us fished at the same time. Next time we return to the Boston area we will definitely book with John again.
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Ryan Sowle
Ryan Sowle
5.0
Verified
We had a good day and caught a good amount of fish
5 HR Haddock Deep Sea adventure PM on June 3, 20254 adults
Two of us were on bereavement and wanted to spend the day out to sea catching fish. We all did just that. It was actually a really nice day, with decent spring weather and calm seas. Our captain was really nice and accommodating and had very good communication with us. The crew member was also super nice and personable and we enjoyed sharing stories while waiting for bites. Both the captain and crew member were quick to help untangle any crossed lines and to put on new hooks and bait as needed. We went home with 24 filets of fish and a very large cusk. The crew member gave me instructions on how to cook the cusk and I made a delicious fish chowder with it. We will consider using this charter again for tuna fishing as the season starts to open up more. Thank you for being available last minute and giving us a good day.
Reported catch:
Haddock
Cod
Whiting
Atlantic Mackerel
Response from Captain
June 10, 2025
Hi Ryan, Thank You for the great comments, greatly appreciated. Jeffrey and I had a great time . It was a lot of fun have you folks fishing with us. I sincerely hope we get to have you aboard again this summer. Possibly fishing for stripers or giant tuna and sharks. I know you would have a great time. I know I would!!! See you soon, Stay Healthy, Stay Safe, and mostly stay happy Capt. John P.s. I glad the stew came out well. Will keep you posted on the tuna-
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Evening Bass 3hr 4 passngr FUN
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 4:30 PM
Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Aug 2 (Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat)
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US $579 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 hr Stripe Bass Morning Fun
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $779 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hr Haddock cod deep sea AM trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $779 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 hr Bass and blues PM 12:30
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:15 PM
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US $779 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 HR Haddock Deep Sea adventure PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:25 PM
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US $779 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hr Trip – Bass/Bluefish
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,279 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Special 7 hour trip tuna or bass
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,279 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Special stellwagon deep sea fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,399 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Tuna or shark Challenge
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
9 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Nov 1
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US $1,476 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
9 Hour Trip–Tuna Adventure
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
9 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Oct 15
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US $1,479 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
9 Hr Trip – Haddock/Cod Expedition
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
9 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,479 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Combo your choice??!!!
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,479 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip – All Day Mar
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
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US $1,779 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Marathon 12 hr Tuna
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
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US $1,779 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 hr Offshore Deep sea Haddock
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,779 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

5.0
84 reviews
5
82
4
2
3
0
2
0
1
0
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (231)

nice trip out
nice trip out
nice trip out
Caught a good time
Fantastic
Fantastic
+225

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
87%
Caught fish

All reviews (84)

Filter
Showing 15 of 84 reviews
Stephanie Wilcoxson
Stephanie Wilcoxson
5.0
Verified
nice trip out
5 Hr Haddock cod deep sea AM trip on October 19, 20254 adults
We’ve fished all over on a variety of boats, using various fishing methods, with a variety captains and crews. Capt John had our safety as his top priority watching weather paterns and calling 4 days prior to departure then checking in daily up to our scheduled trip, as he had some concerns. We ended up being able to go out, and catch some fish! Jeff was personable and kept our lines baited. He and Capt John kept the boat tidy with everything in its place. Althoug the water was a little rough, you didnt feel much on that boat! like fishing with friends! highly recommend fishing with these guys if you get the chance!
Reported catch:
Cod
Haddock
Whiting
Response from Captain
October 20, 2025
thank you Stephanie and Clay. it truly a fun day ,share experience and catch fish. We hope to see you next year earlier in the season, I know what Clay wants to catch. It was like out with friends ,I thank you
0
Lindsay Rollins
Lindsay Rollins
5.0
Verified
Dunfudgin
5 hr Bass and blues PM 12:30 on July 23, 20252 adults
John and Jeff are forever my homies. Jeff had me as a little passenger princess and casted all my reels for me. Caught a beast that was too big to keep, but rather catch a beast than no beast at all. If you like history, just wait and book this trip and learn all the history of every surrounding no doubt. If you’re still not convinced, you should be done fudgin’ and just trust my word on my brothas John and Jeff for Tuna Tails. <3 ya, tight lines
Review media 0
Review media 0
Review media 1
Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Atlantic Mackerel
Response from Captain
July 27, 2025
Thank you. We enjoyed your company tremendously. Hope to see you soon. And get a bigger one. Thank you Capt. John
0
John Santmann
John Santmann
5.0
Verified
Great boat, great captain, great crew, great for families
12 Hour Trip – All Day Mar on June 27, 20254 adults
I’m 69 and have owned a boat most of my life. I went on a 12 hour trip with my 25 year old son and 2 of his friends. We had a great time and I can’t think of anything that should have been done differently. Here are some of my observations… Captain - decades of experience, friendly, creates great environment on the boat, knowns where the fish are. Mate - see above. Could be a captain in his own right. Loves the ocean. Boat - Has open area in back for fishing with all the equipment including large live well. Has large cabin that easily seats 7 to get in from the cold or heat or weather. Cabin has full windows all around for view the horizon from all directions. This is helpful for those who might be prone to sea sickness. Relatively quiet engine so you can carry on a conversation while the boat is underway. Has automatic life-raft and of course, fire extinguishers, life preserves and EPIRB. Relatively low center of gravity, which minimizes his side to side rocking and likelihood of getting seasick. Bunks below deck, in event someone needs to lie down. Good cruising speed of about 15 to 20 kn. Handles the water well.
Review media 0
Review media 1
Reported catch:
Haddock
Striped Bass
Response from Captain
June 29, 2025
Thank You John, We had a great trip with you guys. Lots of laughs and great company. I hope we get to enjoy another trip soon. Thank you for the review it is appreciated. See you soon. Thank You, Capt. John
1
Emily Wright
Emily Wright
5.0
Verified
Awesome family fun with a fantastic crew
5 hr Bass and blues PM 12:30 on June 25, 20254 adults1 child
I couldn’t be happier with our family fishing experience. Captain John and first mate Jeff were so patient with our kids, skilled fisherman, and completely entertaining. We caught a variety of fish. Enough of the Haddock were large enough that we had a DELICIOUS meal with them back at our rental apartment (my son cooked the rest for breakfast the next morning). The boat was great too. Covered seating areas and a bathroom. I’ve been on crowded charter boats before and this was not crowded. All 5 of us fished at the same time. Next time we return to the Boston area we will definitely book with John again.
1
Ryan Sowle
Ryan Sowle
5.0
Verified
We had a good day and caught a good amount of fish
5 HR Haddock Deep Sea adventure PM on June 3, 20254 adults
Two of us were on bereavement and wanted to spend the day out to sea catching fish. We all did just that. It was actually a really nice day, with decent spring weather and calm seas. Our captain was really nice and accommodating and had very good communication with us. The crew member was also super nice and personable and we enjoyed sharing stories while waiting for bites. Both the captain and crew member were quick to help untangle any crossed lines and to put on new hooks and bait as needed. We went home with 24 filets of fish and a very large cusk. The crew member gave me instructions on how to cook the cusk and I made a delicious fish chowder with it. We will consider using this charter again for tuna fishing as the season starts to open up more. Thank you for being available last minute and giving us a good day.
Reported catch:
Haddock
Cod
Whiting
Atlantic Mackerel
Response from Captain
June 10, 2025
Hi Ryan, Thank You for the great comments, greatly appreciated. Jeffrey and I had a great time . It was a lot of fun have you folks fishing with us. I sincerely hope we get to have you aboard again this summer. Possibly fishing for stripers or giant tuna and sharks. I know you would have a great time. I know I would!!! See you soon, Stay Healthy, Stay Safe, and mostly stay happy Capt. John P.s. I glad the stew came out well. Will keep you posted on the tuna-
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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
2007
Boat manufacturer
Downeast
Boat type
Downeast

Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
1 x 440HP
Max cruising speed
16 knots
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