Wild Goose Fishing Charters 

5.0/5 (161 reviews)
 2803 Emerson Street, San Diego, CA 92106, United States

Wild Goose Fishing Charters 

San Diego, CA, United States
37 ft
6
5.0/5 (161 reviews)

Join Wild Goose Fishing Charters on a San Diego fishing trip you'll never forget! With a lifetime of fishing experience, Captain Ray's passion is putting his clients on the fish, passing along the knowledge that he has gained over the years and making sure everyone has a good time.

Experience the ultimate fishing platform for up to 6 passengers. The Wild Goose is a perfectly laid out 37' Strike walkaround boat with 360-degree fishing ability – all on a level deck. The boat offers 2 livewells and state-of-the-art Furuno electronics.

Capt. Ray specializes in offshore trips targeting pelagic species, such as Tuna, Yellowtail, and Mahi Mahi on the Coronado islands, but he also enjoys targeting Rockfish and Lingcod at the local banks. Lots of other more casual trips are available as well, so just take your pick!

You'll have a variety of Penn, Shimano, and Calstar rods to choose from. If you love snorkeling, Capt. Ray has the equipment for 3 guests. You'll need to purchase your fishing license. Make sure to bring your passport and fishing visa if you want to reach the waters of Mexico.

Don't let anything stop you from a perfect day of fishing out of San Diego. Join Wild Goose Fishing Charters and have an unforgettable time!

Join Wild Goose Fishing Charters on a San Diego fishing trip you'll never forget! With a lifetime of fishing experience, Captain Ray's passion is putting his clients on the fish, passing along the knowledge that he has gained over the years and making sure everyone has a good time.

Experience the ultimate fishing platform for up to 6 passengers. The Wild Goose is a perfectly laid out 37' Strike walkaround boat with 360-degree fishing ability – all on a level deck. The boat offers 2 livewells and state-of-the-art Furuno electronics.

Capt. Ray specializes in offshore trips targeting pelagic species, such as Tuna, Yellowtail, and Mahi Mahi on the Coronado islands, but he also enjoys targeting Rockfish and Lingcod at the local banks. Lots of other more casual trips are available as well, so just take your pick!

You'll have a variety of Penn, Shimano, and Calstar rods to choose from. If you love snorkeling, Capt. Ray has the equipment for 3 guests. You'll need to purchase your fishing license. Make sure to bring your passport and fishing visa if you want to reach the waters of Mexico.

Don't let anything stop you from a perfect day of fishing out of San Diego. Join Wild Goose Fishing Charters and have an unforgettable time!

Ray Vasilas
Captain
Ray Vasilas
7 years of experience
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Harbor Fishing trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Jun 30
Halibut
Bass (Spotted)
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5hr Local/Deep Water Rockfish
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Jun 30
Cod
Lingcod
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip – Coronados (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip (PM) – Coronados
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Coronados
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $2,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 15
US $2,600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
10 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 15
US $2,800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
12 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 15
US $3,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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5.0
161 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (267)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
91%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

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Garret Miller
Garret Miller
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2022
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Feeding Frenzy Every Rod Hooked Up at Once
8 Hour Trip – Coronados on July 27, 20262 adults

Captain Ray and 1st mate Earnie put us on an amazing Yellow Fin Tuna bite. Fish were boiling all around the boat and we had multiple hooks several times. They hustled all day and even afterward to help us manage the several 100#s of fresh fillets. We ended up with our limits with combined Mahi and Yellowtail. The boat is in great shape with all the modern amenities/electronics. Ray is a real pro who lives to fish. Book with him and you’ll have the best shot at an epic day.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Yellowtail Amberjack
Yellowfin Tuna
Ray Vasilas
Response from Captain

Thanks for the praise Garret. I’m glad we went offshore! Fun times fishing with you and Noah!

Toby Goodson
Toby Goodson
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
one for the books
8 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 27, 20263 adults

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What an experience! From the early morning ride out to the last fish hitting the deck, this trip was first-class. The crew worked hard, kept us on the fish, and made sure everyone had a great time. The yellowtail bite was on, the weather was beautiful, and the memories were even better. If you’ve been thinking about booking an offshore trip, don’t wait—you won’t regret it. Already looking forward to the next one! 🎣🌊🐟

Ray Vasilas
Response from Captain

Thanks for the recommendation Toby. Glad the plan worked out! It went full speed there pretty quickly!

Jeromy Asido
Jeromy Asido
Repeat angler
us
California, US
Member since 2024
5 trips
5.0
Verified
best yellow trip ever at coronados!
12 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 14, 20266 adults

this was a great trip! captain ray and rex were wonderful at helping my dad and friend reel in the fish. they were super kind, family oriented and knew where thr fish were. They always kep the boat moving anf kept putting us in fish. some of them broke off because the fish they were able to find were so huge! I am defintiely coming back again this season with this charter. thank you for all the fun and new memories.

Reported catch:
Yellowtail Amberjack
Ray Vasilas
Response from Captain

Thank you Jeromy! Looking forward to fishing with you all again now that you are experts in reeling in yellowtail! Enjoy all that Hamachi.

Carol Phillips
Carol Phillips
Repeat angler
us
Billings, MT, US
Member since 2021
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Amazing! Amazing!
8 Hour Trip – Coronados on June 26, 20263 adults

We loved our first trip so much we booked a second one with Captain Ray! We took the 8hr trip and it was amazing. We caught a LOT of fish and released a lot too. From start to finish the communication was great, and the experience was spectacular! We would highly recommend a trip with him and his crew! When we come back to San Diego we will definitely book this trip again!

Reported catch:
Rockfish
Ray Vasilas
Response from Captain

Thanks for fishing with us again! It was a pleasure fishing with you and your family.

Akram Abdoue
Akram Abdoue
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2022
6 trips
5.0
Verified
Great trip
12 Hour Trip – Offshore on April 19, 20265 adults

this was a full day offshore trip, we had a great time, we caught Bluefin Tuna, yellowfin, yellowtail, and also Dorato which was unheard off in April. i would highly recomend Wild Goose Charters, with Captain Ray and Earney

Ray Vasilas
Response from Captain

Thank you for the review Akram! truly a trip I/we will never forget.

FAQs about Wild Goose Fishing Charters

Wild Goose Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Harbor Fishing trip (3 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5hr Local/Deep Water Rockfish (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Coronados (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (PM) – Coronados (5 hours)
  • US $2,200 per group, additional US $150 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Coronados (8 hours)
  • US $2,600 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $2,800 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - 10 Hour Trip – Offshore (10 hours)
  • US $3,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - 12 Hour Trip – Offshore (12 hours)
When you book a trip with Wild Goose Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet We have a private bathroom with an electronic head. Push a button and it flushes
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Spearfishing equipment
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Wild Goose Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn, Shimano, Calstar)
  • Live bait (Caught/bought at the beginning of the trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Tips are appreciated)
  • First mate (Captain's brother; tips are usually 15-25% )
Wild Goose Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We will travel between 5 and 75miles offshore usually covering between 75 and 150miles of water on an offshore trip. We go wherever it is required to put you on the fish. )
Wild Goose Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Bowfishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Wild Goose Fishing Charters include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Lobster
  • Rockfish
  • Seabass (White)
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Your captain

Ray Vasilas
Ray Vasilas
Ray Vasilas

San Diego, California, United States

3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
161 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2020
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain Ray was born and raised on Long Island, NY. From a very young age, his father taught him to love and respect the ocean. Family trips revolved around fishing. Free time was spent trading tackle in his garage with his brother and cousins. Weekly fishing trips were always a competition of who could catch the most fish. To this day Captain Ray has a passion for fishing. For the last 10+ years, Captain Ray has been fishing the waters out of San Diego and has a deep passion for Tuna fishing. The challenge of the chase and the reward of the catch is unmatched and addicting. Join in his passion.

3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
161 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2020
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain Ray was born and raised on Long Island, NY. From a very young age, his father taught him to love and respect the ocean. Family trips revolved around fishing. Free time was spent trading tackle in his garage with his brother and cousins. Weekly fishing trips were always a competition of who could catch the most fish. To this day Captain Ray has a passion for fishing. For the last 10+ years, Captain Ray has been fishing the waters out of San Diego and has a deep passion for Tuna fishing. The challenge of the chase and the reward of the catch is unmatched and addicting. Join in his passion.

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Lobster
Lobster
Rockfish
Rockfish
White Seabass
White Seabass
Swordfish
Swordfish
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowtail Amberjack
Yellowtail Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Lobster
Lobster
Rockfish
Rockfish
White Seabass
White Seabass
Swordfish
Swordfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Feeding Frenzy Every Rod Hooked Up at Once
    Garret M.
    Garret M.
  • one for the books
    Toby G.
    Toby G.
  • Amazing! Amazing!
    Carol P.
    Carol P.
  • Great trip
    Akram A.
    Akram A.
  • Awesome 50th Bday trip
    Son L.
    Son L.
  • Ray and his twin Anthony were awesome. Dec 7th
    Jon K.
    Jon K.
  • Great crew, great time!
    Nick A.
    Nick A.
  • Non- Stop Bonito Catch!
    Tizoc M.
    Tizoc M.
  • A great day in offseason!
    Jessica N.
    Jessica N.
  • Best Trip Friendly Crewmembers!
    Steven S.
    Steven S.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
37 ft
Year built
2012
Boat manufacturer
Strike
Boat type
Walkaround
Engine model
FPT
Powered by
2 x 480HP
Max cruising speed
27 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
We will travel between 5 and 75miles offshore usually covering between 75 and 150miles of water on an offshore trip. We go wherever it is required to put you on the fish.

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Bowfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
We have a private bathroom with an electronic head. Push a button and it flushes
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Spearfishing equipment
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Penn, Shimano, Calstar
Live bait
Caught/bought at the beginning of the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Tips are appreciated
First mate
Captain's brother; tips are usually 15-25%

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
All ages welcome; life vests provided
No smoking
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

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

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in San Diego right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
RockfishRockfish
Seabass (White)Seabass (White)
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
Yellowtail AmberjackYellowtail Amberjack

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