The Duchess Yacht 

5.0/5 (16 reviews)
 13645 Fiji Way, Los Angeles, CA 90292, United States

The Duchess Yacht 

Los Angeles, CA, United States
63 ft
6
5.0/5 (16 reviews)

Step aboard The Duchess Yacht for a first-class fishing adventure blending luxury, comfort, and serious sportfishing. With nearly six decades of combined experience, the crew delivers expert guidance, unforgettable memories, and fresh fillets to take home.

Fish the abundant waters of Santa Monica Bay for Rockfish, Ocean White Fish, Sand Dabs, Sole, Scopion fish, Sheepshead, Triggerfish, and more—checking off your angling bucket list species one by one. Want to go further? Extend your trip to the pristine waters surrounding Santa Catalina Island for a full-day offshore experience.

The Duchess is a 63' McKinna motor yacht built for both relaxation and performance. She features three spacious staterooms, two full bathrooms with showers, a full galley with Sub-Zero appliances, a wine fridge, and a grill on the cockpit. The flybridge offers extra space for lounging with a wet bar and additional refrigerator, while the saloon and dining areas provide a refined place to relax between catches.

Outfitted with the latest in navigational and safety tech, including radar, AIS, EPIRBs, and multiple VHF radios, your safety and comfort are always a priority.

Trips are all-inclusive—just bring a fishing license for anyone over 16 (under $20, available online).

All trips will require a 50% deposit paid to the charter operator to complete the reservation.
At that time, boarding instructions will be forwarded, and the remaining balance can be paid on board by credit card, debit card, or cash.

Luxury, adventure, and world-class fishing—all aboard The Duchess.

Step aboard The Duchess Yacht for a first-class fishing adventure blending luxury, comfort, and serious sportfishing. With nearly six decades of combined experience, the crew delivers expert guidance, unforgettable memories, and fresh fillets to take home.

Fish the abundant waters of Santa Monica Bay for Rockfish, Ocean White Fish, Sand Dabs, Sole, Scopion fish, Sheepshead, Triggerfish, and more—checking off your angling bucket list species one by one. Want to go further? Extend your trip to the pristine waters surrounding Santa Catalina Island for a full-day offshore experience.

The Duchess is a 63' McKinna motor yacht built for both relaxation and performance. She features three spacious staterooms, two full bathrooms with showers, a full galley with Sub-Zero appliances, a wine fridge, and a grill on the cockpit. The flybridge offers extra space for lounging with a wet bar and additional refrigerator, while the saloon and dining areas provide a refined place to relax between catches.

Outfitted with the latest in navigational and safety tech, including radar, AIS, EPIRBs, and multiple VHF radios, your safety and comfort are always a priority.

Trips are all-inclusive—just bring a fishing license for anyone over 16 (under $20, available online).

All trips will require a 50% deposit paid to the charter operator to complete the reservation.
At that time, boarding instructions will be forwarded, and the remaining balance can be paid on board by credit card, debit card, or cash.

Luxury, adventure, and world-class fishing—all aboard The Duchess.

Skip Rutzick
Captain
Skip Rutzick
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
Non-refundable
5 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $1,650
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
Non-refundable
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $1,650
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Fish/Cruise/Water Sports Combo
Non-refundable
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $1,925
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
Non-refundable
7 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $2,090
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
Non-refundable
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $2,750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Fish/Cruise/Water Sports Combo
Non-refundable
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $2,750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Fish/Cruise/Water Sports Combo
Non-refundable
12 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $3,300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

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

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Benjamin Kadlec
Benjamin Kadlec
Repeat angler
us
New York, US
Member since 2022
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Awesome Afternoon with the Dutchess and Crew
Half Day Trip (PM) on November 28, 20254 adults2 children

I have been on dozens of fishing charters and this one has been without a doubt one of the best. We had 4 adults and two teens with various experience on the water and fishing. First the Crew is top notch, local, super friendly and hard working with a smile. I communicated that our goal was to have fun and catch fish (not necessarily going after yellow fin, etc), and boy did we catch a lot of rock fish. My son caught 36 in about 2.5 hours. Second the boat is great and super comfortable. We were going out in late November.. while we had perfect weather, if we hadn’t… the inside is spacious to wean up or avoid rain.. etc. The cost may be a few $100 more than other charters out of Marina Del Ray, but in my opinion well worth it. Thanks again crew for making memories and be the highlight of our TG weekend. The Kadlec Family

Allen Elliott
Allen Elliott
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Incredible Experience
3/4 Day Trip on March 20, 20263 adults

The yacht was as pictured, beautiful. Those onboard were made to feel welcome and comfortable. No one on board wanted for anything from drinks to food to the killer fishing. Fish, dolphins and seals were plentiful. Took home a large amount of filleted fish. Top notch service, Brandon and Nate are highly recommended. Will be back in the future. Incredible experience.

Reported catch:
White Seabass
Skip Rutzick
Response from Captain

Thanks so much for sharing. We are glad to have served you well.

Anthony Mares
Anthony Mares
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
amazing trip
3/4 Day Trip on July 1, 20263 adults3 children

the crew was amazing and super professional 10 out of 10 with out a doubt already planing are next trip

Vera Balyan
Vera Balyan
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Fun trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 27, 20265 adults

We had a blast! Brandon and Nick were awesome! We caught a lot of fish! The boat was beautiful ! We will do this trip again for sure.

Bridgette Blitch
Bridgette Blitch
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Incredible trip!
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 14, 20263 adults

Crew was super attentive plus they took the boat over to where we got to see dolphins swim and jump right next to the boat.

Skip Rutzick
Response from Captain

Thanks Bridgette, Glad you had such a good time with the added attraction of the Dolphin.

FAQs about The Duchess Yacht

The Duchess Yacht offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,650 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,650 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,925 per group - Fish/Cruise/Water Sports Combo (6 hours)
  • US $2,090 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (7 hours)
  • US $2,750 per group - Fish/Cruise/Water Sports Combo (8 hours)
  • US $2,750 per group - Full Day Trip (9 hours)
  • US $3,300 per group - Fish/Cruise/Water Sports Combo (12 hours)
When you book a trip with The Duchess Yacht, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with The Duchess Yacht include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First mate
  • Lunch
The Duchess Yacht offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
The Duchess Yacht offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with The Duchess Yacht include:
  • Barracuda (Pacific)
  • Bonito
  • Lingcod
  • Seabass (White)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your captain

Skip Rutzick
Skip Rutzick
Skip Rutzick

Los Angeles, California, United States

17 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2017

I started fishing at 3 years old with my father and grandfather. That was 68 years ago. I have fished for the best part of those years. I've fished competitively as well as league participation and have always prided myself in leading as opposed to following. We have developed many unique techniques on the ocean, replacing many of the old standards to create a more effective and interesting outing for our guests as well as ourselves.

17 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2017

I started fishing at 3 years old with my father and grandfather. That was 68 years ago. I have fished for the best part of those years. I've fished competitively as well as league participation and have always prided myself in leading as opposed to following. We have developed many unique techniques on the ocean, replacing many of the old standards to create a more effective and interesting outing for our guests as well as ourselves.

The fish you can target

Pacific Barracuda
Pacific Barracuda
Skipjack
Skipjack
Lingcod
Lingcod
White Seabass
White Seabass
Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Pacific Barracuda
Pacific Barracuda
Skipjack
Skipjack
Lingcod
Lingcod
White Seabass
White Seabass
Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
63 ft
Year built
2000
Boat manufacturer
McKinna
Boat type
Motor yacht
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 635HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Tuna tubes
Ice box
Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
First mate
Lunch

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

What’s biting in Los Angeles right now

Barracuda (Pacific)Barracuda (Pacific)
LingcodLingcod
Seabass (White)Seabass (White)

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