fishSFbay welcomes you aboard! Join us for a memorable day on the water and have fun fishing the productive grounds around Richmond, California. Captain Sean Stafford will take you inshore, nearshore, as well as offshore and make sure you have a terrific time chasing many prized species. Join him in Richmond and create beautiful memories on the water!

Your adventure will start on a 29’ Defiance pilothouse that runs on two 250 HP Honda engines and can accommodate up to 6 guests. The boat uses modern GPS, fishfinder, radio, as well as radar technology that will keep you on the right track. There’s also a portable toilet you can use.

You and the captain will be bottom fishing and trolling the San Francisco Bay. The species you’ll have the opportunity to catch include Chinook Salmon, Rockfish, Striped Bass, Halibut, and Lingcod. You get to keep all the fish you catch and take it home to enjoy delicious meals. Kids are more than welcome to join aboard, so bring them as well and spend a wonderful time in nature together.

Captain Sean will provide you with all the rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures, and will also clean and fillet your catch. What you should bring are snacks, drinks, and fishing licenses.

Pay fishSFbay a visit and have a memorable time fishing the beautiful San Francisco Bay!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    AM 1/2 day Halibut $200 Per Person
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Nov 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    1/2 day trip 630am-1230pm Sun-Thurs. Fishing in SF bay and coastal areas targeting California Halibut and Striped Bass with live bait. On these potluck trips we often encounter other species such as white sea bass, leopard shark and others. Bait, Tackle, Rod&Reel, fish cleaning and soft drinks are included at no extra charge. Must have minimum 3 people signed up to make trip a go.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Halibut
    Halibut
  • Shared trip
    AM 1/2 Day Shark ($200 per person)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Nov 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    Shark Fishing in SF Bay! Private charter for up to 6 anglers 6:30am-12:30pm Sun-Thurs 1/2 Day morning. Bait, Tackle, Rod&Reel, fish cleaning are included at no extra charge.
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Leopard)
    Leopard Shark
  • Shared trip
    PM 1/2 day Halibut $200 Per Person
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Nov 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    Afternoon live bait fishing on San Francisco Bay, targeting halibut and striped bass. 12:30-6:30pm M-Th. All bait, tackle, rod&reels and fish cleaning included. Must have 3 people signed up to make trip a go.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Halibut
    Halibut
  • Shared trip
    PM 1/2 Day Shark ($200 Per Person)
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Nov 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    Book the entire boat for your private group of 1-6 anglers & save $250! Shark Fishing in SF Bay! 1pm-6pm M-Th 1/2 Day afternoon. Must have minimum 3 people signedd ip to make trip a go. Bait, Tackle, Rod&Reel, fish cleaning and soft drinks are included at no extra charge.
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Leopard)
    Leopard Shark
  • Shared trip
    Full Day Halibut+Bass $250/pp
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 15
    Price for 2 persons
    US $500
    6:00am-2:30pm Fishing SF bay and coastal areas targeting California Halibut and Striped Bass with live bait. On these potluck trips we often encounter other species such as white sea bass, leopard shark and others. All bait and tackle included. All you need is a valid CA fishing license and your lunch/snacks. Full day trip, LIVE BAIT INCLUDED when available at no additional charge. Must have minimum 3 people signed up to make trip a go.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Halibut
    Halibut
  • Shared trip
    Full Day Shark Fishing $250/person
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Nov 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $500
    Shark Fishing in SF Bay! 7am-2pm We Target the many species of sharks that inhabit San Francisco Bay. including leopard sharks, soupfin, seven gill and others. Bait, Tackle, Rod&Reel, fish cleaning and soft drinks are included at no extra charge. Must have minimum of 3 people signed up to make trip a go.
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Leopard)
    Leopard Shark
  • Shared trip
    Rockfish/Lingcod $250 per person
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for 2 persons
    US $500
    Fishing the Pacific coastlines shallower waters (up to 120ft) for rockfish and lingcod. Generous Limit of 10 rockfish and 2 Lingcod per person. All fishing equipment, bait, tackle and fish filleting included at no extra charge. *Total trip attendance must meet a minimum number of 4 anglers
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Lingcod
    Lingcod
    Rockfish
    Rockfish
  • Shared trip
    HALIBUT+LINGCOD LIVE BAIT SPECIAL
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 4:45 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 23 - Aug 25 (Sat)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $550
    Special trip 8/24 only Halibut Lingcod live bait special
    Targeted fish
    Halibut
    Halibut
    Lingcod
    Lingcod
  • Shared trip
    ALBACORE TUNA ($425 per person)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Nov 30
    Price for 2 persons
    US $850
    Offshore Fishing For albacore Tuna. Rods, reels, tackle, fuel, ice, fish cleaning and soft drinks included. *Must have minimum of 4 anglers to make trip a go. If minimum number of anglers is not met those anglers that are booked will receive 100% refund with no obligation to reschedule. **Weather Dependent, any trip cancelled due to bad weather or sea conditions will receive 100% refund with no obligation to reschedule.
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Tuna (Bluefin)
    Bluefin Tuna
    Tuna (Albacore)
    Albacore Tuna
  • Private trip
    AM 1/2 day Halibut Private Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Nov 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,000
    Book the entire boat for your private group of 1-6 anglers & save $200! 1/2 Day 630am-1230pm* Sun-Fri Fishing in SF bay targeting California Halibut and Striped Bass with live bait. On these potluck trips we often encounter other species such as white sea bass, leopard shark and others. Bait, Tackle, Rod&Reel, fish cleaning and soft drinks are included at no extra charge. *For private groups departure time can be adjusted upon request
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Halibut
    Halibut
  • Private trip
    AM 1/2 Day Shark (Private Trip)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Nov 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,000
    Book the entire boat for your private group of 1-6 anglers & save $200! Shark Fishing in SF Bay! 6:30am-12:30pm Sun-Thurs 1/2 Day morning. Must have minimum 3 people signed up to make trip a go. Bait, Tackle, Rod&Reel, fish cleaning included at no extra charge.
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Leopard)
    Leopard Shark
  • Private trip
    PM 1/2 day Halibut Private Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Nov 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,000
    Book the entire boat for your private group of 1-6 anglers & save $200! Private charter for up to six Anglers. Afternoon live bait fishing on San Francisco Bay, targeting halibut and striped bass. 12:30pm-6:30 pm Sun-Fri. All bait, tackle, rod&reels and fish cleaning included. *Departure and return time can be adjusted upon request for private charters.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Halibut
    Halibut
  • Private trip
    PM 1/2 Day Shark (Private Trip)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Nov 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,000
    Private Charter for up to 6 people. Shark Fishing in SF Bay! 1pm-6pm Sun-Fri 1/2 Day afternoon. Bait, Tackle, Rod&Reel, fish cleaning included at no extra charge.
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Leopard)
    Leopard Shark
  • Private trip
    Full Day Halibut+Bass Private Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,250
    Book the entire boat for your private group of 1-6 anglers & save $250! Everything included. Fishing in SF bay and coastal areas targeting Halibut and Striped Bass with live bait. On these potluck trips we often encounter white sea bass, leopard shark and others. All bait, tackle, and fishing gear included. All you need is a valid CA fishing license and your lunch/snacks. Full day private trip, LIVE BAIT INCLUDED at no charge if available * for private groups departure time can be adjusted upon request.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Halibut
    Halibut
  • Private trip
    Full Day Shark (Private Trip)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Nov 22
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,250
    Charter the boat for up to 6 anglers and save $250! 7am-3pm* Targeting the many species of sharks that inhabit San Francisco Bay. Bait, Tackle, Rod&Reel, fish cleaning included at no extra charge. *For private groups departure time can be adjusted upon request in
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Leopard)
    Leopard Shark
  • Private trip
    Rockfish/Lingcod (Private Trip)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,250
    Private Charter for up to 6 anglers. Fishing the Pacific coastlines shallower waters (up to 120ft) for rockfish and lingcod. Generous Limit of 10 rockfish and 2 Lingcod per person. All fishing equipment, bait, tackle and fish filleting included at no extra charge.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Lingcod
    Lingcod
    Rockfish
    Rockfish
  • Private trip
    Rockfish/Lingcod (Private trip)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,250
    Private Charter for up to 6 anglers. Fishing the Pacific coastlines shallower waters (up to 120ft) for rockfish and lingcod. Generous Limit of 10 rockfish and 2 Lingcod per person. All fishing equipment, bait, tackle and fish filleting included at no extra charge.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Lingcod
    Lingcod
    Rockfish
    Rockfish
  • Private trip
    ALBACORE TUNA (private)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Nov 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,000
    Offshore Fishing For Bluefin and/or Albacore Tuna for private group of 1-5 people. Rods, reels, tackle, fuel, ice, fish cleaning and soft drinks included. ***Weather Dependant, any trip cancelled due to weather will receive 100% refund with no obligation to reschedule.
    Targeted fish
    Tuna (Bluefin)
    Bluefin Tuna
    Tuna (Albacore)
    Albacore Tuna
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 95 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
99%
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Andrea F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fabulously Fishy😎🎣🐟

VERIFIED   AM 1/2 day Halibut $200 Per Person on July 17, 2024
I took my son on his first charter fishing trip for his birthday! 17 on the 17th! What a terrific trip! The SF Fishing Crew...
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Ashley M.
Excellent
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Happy 14th Birthday

VERIFIED   NEW  AM 1/2 day Halibut $200 Per Person on September 1, 2024
My wife booked this trip for my Son and I. We laughed and made a ton of memories. I even gave the Captain a Great story to...
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George B.
Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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One of a kind experience

VERIFIED   Full Day Shark (Private Trip) on August 5, 2024
Captain Sean, Angie and Lt. Dan Gave us everything we could have asked for, for a great chartered fishing trip experience...
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Kory R.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Day on the Water

VERIFIED   HALIBUT+LINGCOD LIVE BAIT SPECIAL on August 14, 2024
Won one can control how the fish will bite. Fishing was a bit slow and none of the other boats seemed to be having much luck....
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Brian M.
Excellent
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Fishing with Sean

VERIFIED   HALIBUT+LINGCOD LIVE BAIT SPECIAL on September 23, 2023
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FAQs about fishSFbay

fishSFbay offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $200 per person - AM 1/2 day Halibut $200 Per Person (6 hours)
  • US $200 per person - AM 1/2 Day Shark ($200 per person) (6 hours)
  • US $200 per person - PM 1/2 day Halibut $200 Per Person (6 hours)
  • US $200 per person - PM 1/2 Day Shark ($200 Per Person) (5 hours)
  • US $250 per person - Full Day Halibut+Bass $250/pp (8 hours)
  • US $250 per person - Full Day Shark Fishing $250/person (8 hours)
  • US $250 per person - Rockfish/Lingcod $250 per person (8 hours)
  • US $275 per person - HALIBUT+LINGCOD LIVE BAIT SPECIAL (8 hours)
  • US $425 per person - ALBACORE TUNA ($425 per person) (10 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - AM 1/2 day Halibut Private Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - AM 1/2 Day Shark (Private Trip) (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - PM 1/2 day Halibut Private Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - PM 1/2 Day Shark (Private Trip) (5 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - Full Day Halibut+Bass Private Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - Full Day Shark (Private Trip) (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - Rockfish/Lingcod (Private Trip) (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - Rockfish/Lingcod (Private trip) (8 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - ALBACORE TUNA (private) (10 hours)

When you book a trip with fishSFbay, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private Flush Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Radar

Trips booked with fishSFbay include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano, Penn, and Seeker rods and reels. )
  • Live Bait (Never any additional cost for bait)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (All fish cleaning and filleting included free)
  • Drinks (Soda and water complimentary)
  • First Mate (Customary Tip percentage is the same as dining out at a restaurant )
  • Lunch (Lunch available by request at an additional cost)

fishSFbay offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Please message us with any questions about where we may travel during the fishing day. We understand sea sickness is a major concern for many and we can usually accommodate or advise guests concerned about sea sickness on most trips)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

fishSFbay offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Bowfishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with fishSFbay include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Crab
  • Halibut
  • Lingcod
  • Rockfish
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Shark (Leopard)
  • Tuna (Albacore)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)

Meet the Captain

Sean Stafford
Richmond, California, United States
25 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
95 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2021
Captain Sean welcomes you to the gorgeous and productive waters around Richmond. Pick a day and join him for a memorable day of fishing full of fun and excitement!
Our Team
Angelina S.
First mate

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Crab Crab
Halibut Halibut
Lingcod Lingcod

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
29 ft
Year built
2020
Boat manufacturer
Defiance
Boat type
Pilothouse

Engine model
Honda
Powered by
2 x 250HP

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Please message us with any questions about where we may travel during the fishing day. We understand sea sickness is a major concern for many and we can usually accommodate or advise guests concerned about sea sickness on most trips
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
Private Flush Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano, Penn, and Seeker rods and reels.
Live Bait
Never any additional cost for bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
All fish cleaning and filleting included free
Drinks
Soda and water complimentary
First Mate
Customary Tip percentage is the same as dining out at a restaurant
Lunch
Lunch available by request at an additional cost

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 included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Richmond to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
We welcome all ages and experience levels
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
halibut, salmon, other fish with mortality concern

Payment

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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Recent fishing reports

Shark bite wide open today!
Shark bite wide open today!
September 10, 2024
Todays 1/2 Day Shark Charter took advantage of absolutely awesome SF bay weather and wasterd no time putting the hammer down on 20 big leopard sharks by noon! Great job guys!!!
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BIG BLUEFIN TUNA TODAY!!
BIG BLUEFIN TUNA TODAY!!
September 10, 2024
Today we hooked 4 big Bluefin tuna and got 3 to the boat. Whales, dolphins, birds and jumping tuna all around. The largest weighing in at 240lbs and the smallest tipping the scale at 164lbs!!!
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More Tuna today!
More Tuna today!
September 5, 2024
A little wind today but but that didnt stop the tuna bite as our clients landed albacore tuna up to 30lbs!
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