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Come enjoy the spectacular sceneries and epic fishing that Southern California has to offer with Hola Cappy owned and operated by Captain Danny Higley. 100 Ton Captain’s license holder

With 18 Years of fishing experience and 6 of them working for top of the line operations out of San Diego, Captain Danny is ready to make your trip count with knowledge, experience and confidence. Having competed in the Saltwater Bass Series since 2019, he has accumulated 4 Wins and 10 top 3 finishes to go along with 3 big fish honors. Calico Bass, Sand Bass and Spotted Bay bass fishing is his strength and has no problem with the other fisheries as well. He is a 6th Generation Oceanside Native and can't wait to share his local knowledge and experience with you on the waters of Southern California.

Our Vessel is a Yellowfin 32 Offshore rigged to the T with twin Mercury Verado 400 V10 Outboard motors that will get you to and from the zone efficiently and safely. 16" inch Garmin electronics and JLA sound system to jam out all day long. Rhodan Trolling motor has an elite gps anchoring system to keep us on the spot.
Ice, Water, Tackle, Fish cleaning, and StarLink is included on all trips

Please bring your favorite sun block as well as clothing for warm and cold conditions. If you feel like you may get sea sick, take seasick medication the night before or hours before the trip. Bring your favorite food and drink, no glass bottles please, and alcohol is allowed but not included. 

Come join us today by booking the trip that fits you best! Let's have a fun and enjoyable day on the water and make memories that will last a lifetime!

Hola Cappy Charters

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We will set our heading to Avalon on Catalina Island! Enjoy a fun and exciting day trip to Avalon and experience the local shops, restaurants, and the breathtaking views of Catalina Island. With an hour and a half crossing to the Island, we will be covering plenty of good water and can find good fishing along the way! This trip is very unique as its a day of fun on the water and at Catalina Island. Ice, waters, tackle, and fish cleaning is included. Please bring a California fishing license.

10 Hour Catalina Island excursion

10 Hour Catalina Island excursion with Hola Cappy Charters

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Daniel Higley

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Oceanside, California, United States

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Enjoy 4 hours of fishing in the afternoon targeting whatever is biting best up and down our local coastline. Our fishing time will be maximized as we will cruise to the spot at 30 knots. We can guarantee 3 hours of fishing time within 15 miles of the Harbor. Please bring your own California fishing license and any food or drinks you may like to have for the trip. Ice, Water, all tackle, fish cleaning, and a memorable trip is included with the trip price. Let's enjoy the day on the water.

4 Hour PM fishing trip

Lobster Season is here! Accommodating up to 5 fisherman, come spend an evening targeting California Spiny Lobsters in our local waters using hoop nets! Fishing 10 hoops at a time, we will target underwater structure for Lobster and Rock Crab! All bait and gear will be included in the trip price. Water and ice included as well. Please dress warm as the nights on the water can get pretty chilly and prepare to get a little wet! Come experience this unique fishery with us today!

5 hour Local Lobster Hoopnet trip

With the summertime fishing in full effect, our local offshore zone has seen an influx of pelagic fish including Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Yellowtail, and even Dorado. With this 6 hour special we are able to fish 30 miles off the coast if needed but could be closer as the conditions are shaping up very well. Come get a taste of offshore fishing and have the chance of making a trip of a lifetime targeting fish of a lifetime! In an hour of traveling, we will be able to cover 30 miles of water.

6 Hour Deep Sea Tuna Hunt AM

6 Hour PM Offshore Tuna Hunt

After an hour and a half ride out to Catalina Island, we will be setting 10 Hoopnets in a prime location to harvest California Spiny Lobster! This trip will leave in the evening and come back in the early morning the next day! Come experience Southern California’s best Lobster fishing at Catalina island on an excellent vessel! Many of these trips end with limits of lobster and the chance for squid and white seabass! Dress warm and bring a change of clothes just incase. Water, Ice as well as gear included.

Catalina Island Lobster Trip

We will be heading west to San Clemente Island, the capital for epic Calico Bass fishing using artificial lures. We will bring a load of sardine to fish yellowtail as well but will experience the best Calico Bass fishing that the coast has to offer. In 2 hours or less we will approach the Island and look for the best conditions to make the day one you won't soon forget! Ice, Water, Tackle, Bait, and fish cleaning is included. Please bring a valid California fishing license and food you want.

San Clemente Island full day

Depending on weather conditions, take a nice cruise at 30+ knots to the tuna grounds anywhere in our region. Maximize our fishing time in the zone due to the fast speeds on our comfortable 32 foot fish killing machine. We will be targeting Bluefin tuna and will not pass by any other pelagic species to catch on the way. We will supply all rods and reels and necessary tackle if needed. We will also have plenty of ice and waters on the boat. Please bring a CA fishing license and any other food or drinks.

10 Hour Catalina Island excursion

10 Hour Catalina Island excursion

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