Half-Day Fishing in Cape May: Catch & Instruction
Fish Delaware Bay with a crew that teaches you as you go
A half-day fishing activity in Cape May where you board a 75-foot charter boat with up to 50 anglers and fish the waters of Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean under the instruction of experienced mates. The crew provides all fishing equipment, teaches baiting and casting, and assists with untangling lines. Children from age 3 are welcome, and the boat's route may pass Cape May Harbor, the United States Coast Guard Base and Cape May Lighthouse. The crew can clean your catch before you leave.
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The experience
What makes this different from renting a rod on your own is the instruction built into the trip. The mates aboard the Miss Chris teach you how to use the equipment, bait your hook and handle what you catch, so first-time anglers and kids get hands-on help the whole time instead of figuring it out alone. You're fishing the same waters as experienced anglers, but you're not left to guess.
The boat is 75 feet and holds up to 50 people, so you're not on a tiny skiff. You'll head out to Delaware Bay and the Atlantic, and depending on which route Captain Mike chooses that day, you might pass Cape May Harbor, the United States Coast Guard Base and Cape May Lighthouse on the way. The catches vary by season and location: Flounder, Sea Bass, Kingfish and Small Sharks are common. All your fishing gear comes with you: rods, reels, line, rigs, hooks, weights and bait. The boat is air-conditioned, and there's parking included.
When you're done, the crew can clean your catch so you don't have to handle that part yourself. The whole outing runs about four hours.
What’s included
- Fishing rod, reel, line, rigs, hooks, weights and bait.
- air-conditioned boat.
- parking.
- instruction from experienced mates on baiting, casting and handling your catch.
- fish cleaning service.
Before you book
Prices and times updated 28 days ago
Operated by Cape May Cruises, LLC T/A Miss Chris Boats
Is this one for you?The guide speaks English and teaches as you fish, so the instruction works whether you've cast a line before or never picked up a rod. Children from age 3 can follow along and fish at their own pace with the mate's help, making this work for families where the adults are new to fishing too.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
Do I need to bring my own fishing rod and tackle?
No. The boat provides everything: fishing rods, reels, line, rigs, hooks, weights and bait. You show up and fish.
What if I've never fished before?
This trip is built for first-timers. The mates aboard the Miss Chris teach you how to bait your hook, cast and reel in, and they help you untangle lines if you get snagged. You don't need any experience to start.
Will we see the Cape May Lighthouse?
The route depends on where Captain Mike decides to fish that day, but the trip may pass Cape May Harbor, the United States Coast Guard Base and Cape May Lighthouse depending on the waters you're fishing.
What happens to the fish I catch?
The crew can clean your catch before you leave the boat, so you can take it home ready to cook.
Half-Day Fishing in Cape May: Catch & Instruction
4h · EN
from US$ 60 per person
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