Fish On! Charters San Diego 

5.0
(10 reviews)
 Quivira Road 1677, San Diego, CA 92109, United States–

Fish On! Charters San Diego 

San Diego, CA, United States
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35 ft
6
5.0
(10 reviews)

Running angling trips out of San Diego, Fish On! Charters San Diego invites you to check out the local fishery in style.

Come on aboard with Capt. John, whose main priority is to get you on some fish. Expect to use techniques like bottom fishing, trolling, and kite fishing, based on the species you're targeting. Speaking of which, you have the option of 5-hour trips, where you'll be fishing for the likes of Yellowtail Amberjack, Dolphin, Halibut, Seabass, and Calico Bass, depending on the specific season and the day's weather.

Your boat for the day will be a 35' Cabo Express that fits up to 6 anglers at any one time. The boat comes with a toilet, an AC, and an ice box.

The price of your trip includes all the rods, reels, and terminal tackle you'll need for a productive day on the water. Fishing licenses aren't included, so make sure to get them prior to the trip.

You'll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip.

Capt. John runs trips together with his first mate, who's there to help you with whatever you may need. Tips are always appreciated for a job well done.

Want to bring the rest of the family along for the ride? Kids are welcome aboard, so you're free to make it a family adventure.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Fish On! Charters San Diego.

Running angling trips out of San Diego, Fish On! Charters San Diego invites you to check out the local fishery in style.

Come on aboard with Capt. John, whose main priority is to get you on some fish. Expect to use techniques like bottom fishing, trolling, and kite fishing, based on the species you're targeting. Speaking of which, you have the option of 5-hour trips, where you'll be fishing for the likes of Yellowtail Amberjack, Dolphin, Halibut, Seabass, and Calico Bass, depending on the specific season and the day's weather.

Your boat for the day will be a 35' Cabo Express that fits up to 6 anglers at any one time. The boat comes with a toilet, an AC, and an ice box.

The price of your trip includes all the rods, reels, and terminal tackle you'll need for a productive day on the water. Fishing licenses aren't included, so make sure to get them prior to the trip.

You'll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip.

Capt. John runs trips together with his first mate, who's there to help you with whatever you may need. Tips are always appreciated for a job well done.

Want to bring the rest of the family along for the ride? Kids are welcome aboard, so you're free to make it a family adventure.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Fish On! Charters San Diego.

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Half Day Trip AM or PM Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Yellowtail Amberjack
Lingcod
Seabass (White)
California Sheephead
+3
US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Fishing Local Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Yellowtail Amberjack
Barracuda (Pacific)
Halibut
Lingcod
+4
US $2,600
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Fishing Charter Islands
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Yellowtail Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tuna (Bluefin)
+8
US $2,800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Private Fishing Charter
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Yellowtail Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tuna (Bluefin)
+8
US $3,700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

5.0
10 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (22)

Reviews (10)

  • Sam Larson
    Sam Larson
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    •
    Member since 2025
    •
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    we definitely had fish on

    3/4 Day Fishing Charter Islands on September 9, 2026 • 6 adults • 3 children

    John worked hard to get us on fish today, and we loaded up with about 15 yellow fins. We even got a mahi at the end for fun. Had a few of my 12-year-sons friends along and they all are tired, sunburnt, and happy tonight from getting bites and reeling them in.

  • Nicholas Sprincz
    Nicholas Sprincz
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
    •
    Member since 2024
    •
    4 trips
    4.7
    Verified
    New

    Tough fishing but great trip!

    3/4 Day Fishing Charter Islands on September 11, 2026 • 3 adults

    Had a great time with Capt. John and he worked hard to get us on the fish we did catch! Definitely recommend and the. Oat was big enough to accommodate my dad who is waiting for a hip replacement. Capt. John was awesome! Definitely recommend.

  • Ricardo Jones
    Ricardo Jones
    us
    California, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Catching memories!

    Half Day Trip AM or PM Trip on August 16, 2026 • 6 adults • 5 children

    was a great birthday adventure for my boy! he and his friends enjoyed the half day trip, we even catch a Mako shark (returned after to the ocean) think we catch memories for life.

  • Sal Mercado
    Sal Mercado
    us
    California, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    Full Day Private Fishing Charter on July 25, 2026 • 5 adults

    Had a great time the Kidos got there first Dorado,Yellowfin Tuna, and Yellow Tail. awesome time out on the Water with a awesome Captain. We will be back Agian this season.

  • Omar Lopez
    Omar Lopez
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    •
    Member since 2017
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Thank you, best trip in years!

    3/4 Day Fishing Charter Islands on August 25, 2026 • 3 adults

    Thank you, best trip in years! great captain and service

  • Cutter Mathews
    Cutter Mathews
    us
    Colorado, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    so much fun so glad i booked this trip!!

    Half Day Trip AM or PM Trip on August 8, 2026 • 6 adults
  • Storrie Morris
    Storrie Morris
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Mexico, US
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    Member since 2023
    •
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day trip with Captain Ryan and first mate Spencer

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 13, 2023 • 5 adults

    The crew was beyond excellent. Very professional and easy to be around. The guys make the experience very pleasant and fun. We will definitely be back and request Ryan to take us out again. Thanks guys.

  • Juneann Nelson
    Juneann Nelson
    us
    Wyoming, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip!

    Full Day Private Fishing Charter on August 14, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain John gave us so many opportunities to catch fish. Very knowledgeable, boat was very comfortable. An overall fabulous time!! Wish we could have gotten another day fishing with him!

  • Kazuya Matsumoto
    Kazuya Matsumoto
    us
    Texas, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Fishing with John

    3/4 Day Fishing Charter Islands on September 19, 2026 • 4 adults
  • William Santiago
    William Santiago
    Repeat angler
    us
    Nevada, US
    •
    Member since 2025
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with John

    Half Day Trip AM or PM Trip - 7:00 AM on August 1, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

Rating

5.0
10 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (22)

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Sam Larson
Sam Larson
Repeat angler
us
California, US
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Member since 2025
•
3 trips
5.0
Verified
New
we definitely had fish on
3/4 Day Fishing Charter Islands on September 9, 2026 • 3 adults • 3 children

John worked hard to get us on fish today, and we loaded up with about 15 yellow fins. We even got a mahi at the end for fun. Had a few of my 12-year-sons friends along and they all are tired, sunburnt, and happy tonight from getting bites and reeling them in.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Yellowfin Tuna
Nicholas Sprincz
Nicholas Sprincz
Repeat angler
us
Colorado, US
•
Member since 2024
•
4 trips
4.7
Verified
New
Tough fishing but great trip!
3/4 Day Fishing Charter Islands on September 11, 2026 • 3 adults

Had a great time with Capt. John and he worked hard to get us on the fish we did catch! Definitely recommend and the. Oat was big enough to accommodate my dad who is waiting for a hip replacement. Capt. John was awesome! Definitely recommend.

Ricardo Jones
Ricardo Jones
us
California, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Catching memories!
Half Day Trip AM or PM Trip on August 16, 2026 • 1 adult • 5 children

was a great birthday adventure for my boy! he and his friends enjoyed the half day trip, we even catch a Mako shark (returned after to the ocean) think we catch memories for life.

JuneAnn Nelson
JuneAnn Nelson
us
Wyoming, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great trip!
Full Day Private Fishing Charter on August 14, 2026 • 2 adults

Captain John gave us so many opportunities to catch fish. Very knowledgeable, boat was very comfortable. An overall fabulous time!! Wish we could have gotten another day fishing with him!

Reported catch:
Yellowfin Tuna
Bonito
Sal Mercado
Sal Mercado
us
California, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Trip
Full Day Private Fishing Charter on July 25, 2026 • 5 adults

Had a great time the Kidos got there first Dorado,Yellowfin Tuna, and Yellow Tail. awesome time out on the Water with a awesome Captain. We will be back Agian this season.

Fish On Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thank you Sal

FAQs about Fish On! Charters San Diego

Fish On! Charters San Diego offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip AM or PM Trip (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip AM or PM Trip - 7:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 3/4 Day Fishing Local Trip (9 hours)
  • US $2,800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Fishing Charter Islands (9 hours)
  • US $3,700 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Private Fishing Charter (12 hours)
When you book a trip with Fish On! Charters San Diego, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Fish On! Charters San Diego include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate (Please consider tipping 20% for our crew)
Fish On! Charters San Diego offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (1/2 day trips)
  • Nearshore fishing (1/2 day trips)
  • Offshore fishing (3/4 day and full day trips)
Fish On! Charters San Diego offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Fish On! Charters San Diego include:
  • Barracuda (Pacific)
  • Bonito
  • Calico Bass
  • California Sheephead
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Halibut
  • Lingcod
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Seabass (White)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Your operator

Fish On Charters
Fish On Charters

San Diego, California, United States

ID & license verified
10 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2022

Capt. John runs trips out of San Diego aboard a 35' Cabo Express. These waters are known for Lingcod and Seabass and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're trolling or bottom fishing. With years of experience, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

Fish On Charters
Fish On Charters
Fully verified
10
reviews
2022
member since
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response
Capt. John runs trips out of San Diego aboard a 35' Cabo Express. These waters are known for Lingcod and Seabass and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're trolling or bottom fishing. With years of experience, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

The fish you can target

Pacific Barracuda
Pacific Barracuda
Bonito
Bonito
Calico Bass
Calico Bass
California Sheephead
California Sheephead
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Halibut
Halibut
Lingcod
Lingcod
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Seabass
White Seabass
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowtail Amberjack
Yellowtail Amberjack
Pacific Barracuda
Pacific Barracuda
Bonito
Bonito
Calico Bass
Calico Bass
California Sheephead
California Sheephead
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Real catches by this captain

  • Tough fishing but great trip!
    Nicholas S.
    Nicholas S.
  • we definitely had fish on
    Sam L.
    Sam L.
  • Catching memories!
    Ricardo J.
    Ricardo J.
  • so much fun so glad i booked this trip!!
    Cutter M.
    Cutter M.
  • Fishing with John
    William S.
    William S.
  • Great Trip
    Sal M.
    Sal M.
  • Half day trip with Captain Ryan and first mate Spencer
    Storrie M.
    Storrie M.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
35 ft
Year built
2003
Boat manufacturer
Cabo Express
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
2 x 454HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
Please consider tipping 20% for our crew

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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Suggest 1/2 day local trips for younger kids
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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.

What’s biting in San Diego right now

Barracuda (Pacific)Barracuda (Pacific)
BonitoBonito
California SheepheadCalifornia Sheephead
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
HalibutHalibut
LingcodLingcod
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Seabass (White)Seabass (White)
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
Yellowtail AmberjackYellowtail Amberjack

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