Southern California Adventure 

4.9/5 (48 reviews)
 200 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802, United States

Southern California Adventure 

Long Beach, CA, United States
42 ft
2
4.9/5 (48 reviews)

Hoping to catch some fish in Los Angeles and Long Beach? Look no further than Southern California Adventure! Your guide for the day is Captain Ryan, which means you'll tap into years of sportfishing experience.

Species like Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, California Yellowtail, Mako Shark, Calico Bass, Pacific Barracuda, Halibut, Rockfish, California Sheephead, and more can be found in these waters, depending on the time of year. On these trips, you can expect to troll, chase boils and foamers, bottom fish, cast lures and paddy hop using light or heavy tackle.

Your vessel for the day is a 42 foot twin engine express yacht cruiser for up to 4 guests. It comes with all the essentials. There's a toilet, full kitchen and comfy beds on board so you to nap on the way to the grounds. Our yacht has all the tackle and gear needed to fish multiple methods

A few items to bring include sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor. Feel free to bring your own food and drinks aboard.

Captain Ryan treats all guests as family, and can provide a fun no stress adventure for kids and families, all the way up to a hard core trip for experts.

We provide frozen squid bait for all trips. For 12 hour trips, live sardine bait is included. For trips shorter than 12 hours, you have the option to pay for live bait at the bait barge on the way out.

We handle everything to make it easy to have a Southern California Adventure fishing trip.

This is a comfortable express yacht private charter with all the amenities.

Hoping to catch some fish in Los Angeles and Long Beach? Look no further than Southern California Adventure! Your guide for the day is Captain Ryan, which means you'll tap into years of sportfishing experience.

Species like Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, California Yellowtail, Mako Shark, Calico Bass, Pacific Barracuda, Halibut, Rockfish, California Sheephead, and more can be found in these waters, depending on the time of year. On these trips, you can expect to troll, chase boils and foamers, bottom fish, cast lures and paddy hop using light or heavy tackle.

Your vessel for the day is a 42 foot twin engine express yacht cruiser for up to 4 guests. It comes with all the essentials. There's a toilet, full kitchen and comfy beds on board so you to nap on the way to the grounds. Our yacht has all the tackle and gear needed to fish multiple methods

A few items to bring include sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor. Feel free to bring your own food and drinks aboard.

Captain Ryan treats all guests as family, and can provide a fun no stress adventure for kids and families, all the way up to a hard core trip for experts.

We provide frozen squid bait for all trips. For 12 hour trips, live sardine bait is included. For trips shorter than 12 hours, you have the option to pay for live bait at the bait barge on the way out.

We handle everything to make it easy to have a Southern California Adventure fishing trip.

This is a comfortable express yacht private charter with all the amenities.

Ryan Brown
Captain
Ryan Brown
11 years of experience
ID & credentials verified

Trip availability and prices

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Group Size
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2 hour inshore Trolling
In high demand Last booked: 4 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
Yellowtail Amberjack
Barracuda (Pacific)
Calico Bass
Bass (Spotted)
US $379
Entire boat: 2 people
3 hour Nearshore Trolling SPECIAL
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 24 - Feb 28 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
Yellowtail Amberjack
Barracuda (Pacific)
Calico Bass
Bass (Spotted)
US $399
Entire boat: 2 people
3 hour Nearshore Trolling
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Yellowtail Amberjack
Barracuda (Pacific)
Calico Bass
Bass (Spotted)
US $499
Entire boat: 2 people
4 hour Deep Sea Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 30
Yellowtail Amberjack
Snapper (Red)
Barracuda (Pacific)
Flounder
+5
US $975
Entire boat: 2 people
12 Hr Catalina Island Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 2 - Mar 13 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
Yellowtail Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+8
US $2,850
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.9
48 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

98%
Recommended
92%
Caught fish

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Quin Kim
Quin Kim
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Seasick? No Problem!
3 hour Nearshore Trolling on February 14, 20262 adults

Captain Ryan was super awesome and accomodating when my girlfriend, Sarah, started getting seasick from the waves just after the break. He immediately had a backup plan and took us on a really nice daytime cruise all the way to and through Alamitos Bay. Sarah and I enjoyed ourselves despite divulging from the original plan — Cpt. Ryan provided us some snacks, water, and even took some high quality photos for us to remember the day. We’ll definitely be back!

Ishaan Kang
Ishaan Kang
Repeat angler
us
California, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Best Captain Ever
3 hour Nearshore Trolling on March 29, 20262 adults

Captian Ryan was the best, hes very knowledgeable about the area and even though it was a slow day he was able to find us a spot to catch fish. his boat is very comfortable as well and hes great at giving tips out. Would recommend this to people at all levels of fishing. From beginners who want something casual to professional anglers hes got everything you need.

Reported catch:
Calico Bass
Spotted Bass
Robert Bridge
Robert Bridge
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great Experience
4 hour Deep Sea Fishing on July 29, 20262 adults

Ryan was so helpful, generous and knowledgeable. Had a great time with my son. I would recommend to check out this charter. We would absolutely do it again!!! THANK YOU RYAN!!

Vera Kopotilova
Vera Kopotilova
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Best birthday activity
3 hour Nearshore Trolling on May 22, 20262 adults

We had an amazing experience on fishing trip for my husband’s birthday! The captain was friendly, professional, and made the whole trip so fun and relaxing. The boat was comfortable, and the fishing was exciting. We caught fishes few times!! It turned out to be such a special birthday memory for us.

Joseph Marchetti
Joseph Marchetti
us
Oregon, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Good Experience
4 Hour Deep Sea Fishing Trip on August 6, 20251 adult1 child

My 10 year old son and I went out with Ryan and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Ryan is very professional, safety conscious, and extremely patient. We caught lots of fish and Ryan was extremely proficient at helping/supporting us with baiting and removal. Overall just a really good experience and morning out on the water with a captain that is focused on providing excellent service and an awesome experience.

Reported catch:
Sculpin
Flounder
Red Snapper

FAQs about Southern California Adventure

Southern California Adventure offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $379 per group - 2 hour inshore Trolling (2 hours)
  • US $399 per group - 3 hour Nearshore Trolling SPECIAL (3 hours)
  • US $499 per group - 3 hour Nearshore Trolling (3 hours)
  • US $975 per group - 4 hour Deep Sea Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $2,850 per group - 12 Hr Catalina Island Trip (12 hours)
When you book a trip with Southern California Adventure, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Our toilet is a porcelain toilet inside a real bathroom.
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Tuna tubes Our bait tank doubles as a tuna tube
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Southern California Adventure include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live sardines provided for trips over 3.5 hours)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning only, filleting not offered.)
  • Snacks (Chips, cookies, fruit etc. Complimentary )
  • Drinks (Bottled water and coffee. BYOB)
  • First mate (Ryan (The captain) is your first mate. The express design of the yacht keeps the captain present and outside with the fishermen the whole time. While trolling, the fishermen will be required occasionally to reel in and check the lures integrity.)
  • Lunch (Toast Breakfast. Complimentary )
Southern California Adventure offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (12 hour trips usually go to Catalina Island about 25 miles offshore. 5 hour trips usually go about 10 miles offshore to some of our hotspots.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
Southern California Adventure offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing (Bring your own flyfishing equipment)
  • Drift fishing
  • Flounder gigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Southern California Adventure include:
  • Barracuda (Pacific)
  • Calico Bass
  • California Sheephead
  • Cod
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Halibut
  • Rockfish
  • Sculpin
  • Shark (Mako)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Your captain

Ryan Brown
Ryan Brown
Ryan Brown

Long Beach, California, United States

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48 Customer reviews
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Member since April 2024
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.

Passionate fisherman. I love fishing. Join me for an adventure on the water! I also love teaching new people the best techniques and how to read the water and conditions. I treat everyone like family when aboard the yacht!

ID & license verified
48 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since April 2024
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.

Passionate fisherman. I love fishing. Join me for an adventure on the water! I also love teaching new people the best techniques and how to read the water and conditions. I treat everyone like family when aboard the yacht!

The fish you can target

Pacific Barracuda
Pacific Barracuda
Calico Bass
Calico Bass
California Sheephead
California Sheephead
Cod
Cod
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Halibut
Halibut
Rockfish
Rockfish
Sculpin
Sculpin
Mako Shark
Mako Shark
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowtail Amberjack
Yellowtail Amberjack
Pacific Barracuda
Pacific Barracuda
Calico Bass
Calico Bass
California Sheephead
California Sheephead
Cod
Cod
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
1990
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Bertram
Boat type
Cruiser
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 500HP
Max cruising speed
18 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
12 hour trips usually go to Catalina Island about 25 miles offshore. 5 hour trips usually go about 10 miles offshore to some of our hotspots.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Bring your own flyfishing equipment
Drift Fishing
Flounder Gigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Our toilet is a porcelain toilet inside a real bathroom.
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Tuna tubes
Our bait tank doubles as a tuna tube
Ice box
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live sardines provided for trips over 3.5 hours
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning only, filleting not offered.
Snacks
Chips, cookies, fruit etc. Complimentary
Drinks
Bottled water and coffee. BYOB
First mate
Ryan (The captain) is your first mate. The express design of the yacht keeps the captain present and outside with the fishermen the whole time. While trolling, the fishermen will be required occasionally to reel in and check the lures integrity.
Lunch
Toast Breakfast. Complimentary

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child friendly
Children are welcome
No smoking
No smoking. Vape is ok outside.
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 50% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 50% 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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Long Beach right now

Barracuda (Pacific)Barracuda (Pacific)
Calico BassCalico Bass
California SheepheadCalifornia Sheephead
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
HalibutHalibut
RockfishRockfish
Shark (Mako)Shark (Mako)
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
Yellowtail AmberjackYellowtail Amberjack

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