AF Sportfishing is back on the schedule! Same amazing captain and crew that you have fished with before, but now we will take you out on a larger, luxury, fishing machine capable of offering you more then we ever have before!

Start your fishing adventure out of San Diego with AF Sportfishing. Explore waters from the near coast of San Diego to northern Baja’s famous Coronado Islands or test your luck heading offshore to local and outer banks in search of pelagic species.

AF Sportfishing is a family-friendly business that caters to you and your group’s needs. They want to make sure you have the best chance at the fish you want. The crew has been inside the San Diego Sportfishing industry for over 10 years. Their operation is fully capable to match your needs and run a trip to all that these waters offer, including many world-class styles of fishing. Whatever you’re looking for, if it’s off San Diego’s coast, this crew can take you there and show you how it’s done!

There’s a variety of fish species to go after, with some of them being Rockfish, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Marlin, and Yellowtail Amberjack. You get to keep the catch within regulations and the crew will also clean and fillet it for you.

All fishing equipment is included in the price. All meals, drinks and snacks are included as well!

Start your adventure with AF Sportfishing and catch a trophy you’ll be proud of!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $1,700
    Fishing off San Diego’s local waters down or up the coast for the best chance at a fun day of local fishing. Calico Bass, Yellowtail, and Rockfish are the main targeted species on this trip.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    US $1,700
    Local fishing off San Diego’s coast. Stay close to the shore and target species like Calico Bass, Yellowtail Amberjack, and Rockfish! This trip is great for beginners and families with kids.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Winter Special Trip!
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $1,700
    This trip is what I like to call the Taco Tuesday Special! Best part about it is we make Taco Tuesday Everyday! 8 Hours on the water heading into Mexican waters fishing deep water for Rockfish, Halibut, Lingcod, Bonito and more! An on the water fish taco bar style lunch will be served while we drop deep and catch some fish!
    Targeted fish
    Cod
    Cod
    Halibut
    Halibut
    Lingcod
    Lingcod
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Rockfish
    Rockfish
    Calico Bass
    Calico Bass
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Local
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $2,500
    Fishing locally around San Diego’s coast for Bonito, Yellowtail Amberjack, Rockfish, and Calico Bass! All fishing equipment is included in the price, just don't forget to bring your food, drinks, and fishing licenses.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Coronado Islands
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $3,000
    Fishing the Coronado Islands for Yellowtail Amberjack, Bonito, Calico Bass, and Rockfish. Passports and Mexican Visas are required! Don't forget to pack food and drinks as well.
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
    US $3,850
    Offshore fishing for pelagic species, such as Bluefin and Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Yellowtail Amberjack. These big game species are not an easy catch and they'll put up a good fight.
  • Private trip
    Overnight Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    1 Day Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    US $4,450
  • Private trip
    1.5 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Day Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    US $6,200
  • Private trip
    2 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Day Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    US $8,250
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FAQs about AF Sportfishing

AF Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,700 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group - 8 Hour Winter Special Trip! (8 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Local (8 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Coronado Islands (8 hours)
  • US $3,850 per group - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)
  • US $4,450 per day per group - Overnight Trip (1 day)
  • US $6,200 per day per group - 1.5 Day Trip (2 days)
  • US $8,250 per day per group - 2 Day Trip (2 days)

When you book a trip with AF Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with AF Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Lunch

AF Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

AF Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with AF Sportfishing include:
  • Bonito
  • Calico Bass
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Lingcod
  • Rockfish
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Meet the Captain

Dylan Gerson
San Diego, California, United States
6 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
29 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since November 2020
I have been in the San Diego fishing scene since 2010. I grew up working deck on many sportfishing operations and began running private yachts in 2016. I'm a fully licensed master captain and I can't wait to put you on fish.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bonito Bonito
Calico Bass Calico Bass
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Lingcod Lingcod

Boat specs

Hatteras (Sportfishing) originally built in 1984, and restored in 2020. Powered by 2 675HP Detroit engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 16 knots.

Length
55 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
First Mate
Lunch

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 29 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (17)
First Timers
First Timers
First Timers
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Angler rating
28
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
79%
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Anthony K.
San Fernando, CA
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full Day Trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Local on September 5, 2022
My brothers and I went on a full day trip with Capt. Dylan. From the start Capt. Dylan was communicative and friendly. He laid...
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Marc G.
Geneva, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Capt. Dylan

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Bay on June 11, 2022
This was our first family trip to the west coast and we were looking forward to spending some time on the water. Capt. Dylan...
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Emil B.
Las Vegas, Nevada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing trip! I caught a SHARK! Highly recommended!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on October 9, 2021
Thanks to Capt. Dylan for this amazing trip! He was the best from A-Z! His knowledge and expertise is top notch! We did a morning...
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Regan G.
Phoenix, AZ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

First Timers

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on October 1, 2022
Traveled from AZ for a birthday adventure. Dylan did not disappoint! Had an amazing adventure with many stories to tell for...
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Jimmy B.
San Diego, CA
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
Overall

Nice Trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Bay on August 7, 2022
Had a nice trip with my son, brother and nephew.  Caught a few halibut and guitar fish.  Dylan is a great guy and enjoyed...
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