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Fishing Charters Of San Diego
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Fishing Charters Of San Diego

San Diego, United States
Angler's choice
250+ reviews
It all started with my dad as a kid. I always loved being on the water and catching anything I could. Over the last 50 years, I've made fishing my life. I've been fishing the waters of Southern California on anything from tiny boats to luxury Sportfishing yachts. Inshore or offshore there's no place I'd rather be. Running charters for families and big game anglers allows me to share my passion for fishing. The variety of species and anglers keeps it exciting.
Gavin Q.
Gavin Q.
Captain
Teegan R.
Teegan R.
First mate
Brian H.
Brian H.
Captain

Charters

Rating

5.0
368 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

97%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (368)

Showing 1 – 5 of 368 reviews
  • Aaron Gayler
    Aaron Gayler
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Limited Out!

    12 Hour Trip – Offshore • 6 adults

    Best fishing experience of our lives. We did a 12 hour offshore trip (6 of us) and it was like a highlight reel you would see on YouTube. Tons of action, Brian and Nick put us right on the fish and we started hammering them quickly. We caught Yellowfin, Yellowtail and Mahi on our trip. Even had one stolen by a Mako Shark that breached the surface and did a back flip with our tuna in its jaws! Amazing! Brian and Nick pushed us to our full potential, even when we were getting worn out from big yellowfin they pushed us to fish harder and better and it paid off, everyone did a great job! Fillet process was great too, thanks Nick for sending us home with enough fish fillets for the rest of the year! Haha

    Reported catch:
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Response from Charter operator

    That was fun and that Mako shark was worth loosing the fish it ate! Thanks for fishing with us!

  • Michael Brown
    Michael Brown
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Unforgettable 13th Birthday Trip – Non-Stop Action & Amazing Crew!

    5 Hour Inshore Trip • 6 adults • 3 children

    We booked this trip to celebrate our son's 13th birthday with a couple of his best buds, and Brian and Nick completely delivered! From start to finish, there wasn't a dull moment. They put us right in the middle of the action, and the kids had an absolute blast pulling in tons of bonito and two massive 20+ pound yellowtails. On the ride back, Nick filleted all of our catch, making for an incredible dinner feast when we got home. Our son said it was his best birthday ever! A huge thanks to Brian and Nick for making this trip so special for the boys. We'll definitely be back!

    Reported catch:
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Response from Charter operator

    Happy to have you guys! Thanks for fishing with us!

  • Zachary Meyers
    Zachary Meyers
    Repeat angler
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    10/5 star best experince of my life(Kids Quote)

    5 Hour Inshore Trip • 4 adults

    The kids had so much fun as did my wife and I. We caught lots of fish even my wife who doesnt fish. They are ready to book another trip! Gavin and his first mate were top notch! slow to start but once we hooked up it was nonstop fun. we caught lots of vermillion, a barracuda, yellowfin and alot of other fish I dont recall the name of. Thanks for the amazing time!

    Reported catch:
    Pacific Barracuda
    Rockfish
    Bonito
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Response from Charter operator

    Awesome! Thanks for choosing to fish with us! A good time and lots of fish is always the goal.

  • Carlos Ruiz
    Carlos Ruiz
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Good Catch

    5 Hour Inshore Trip - 12:00 PM • 2 adults

    Had an awesome time out on the water yesterday! The captain and the other crew member were super chill and completely on point with getting us set up and on the fish. Ended up with a solid catch, including some great yellowtail and barracuda. Clean boat, great energy, and an overall fantastic trip. Highly recommend!

    Reported catch:
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Pacific Barracuda
    Bonito
    Sand Bass
  • Sarah Mitter
    Sarah Mitter
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing within minutes in the water

    Half day (AM) • 2 adults

    our Cpt Gavin and crew Tegan were the best. From the moment they greeted ys befor boarding to the very end. They were very helpful and nice. we were on fish within minutes of leaving the marina and had such a blast cwtching multiple species. Both Gavin and Tegan were knowledgeable and helpful. we appreciate it so much as our last fishing charter experience (another charter company) was very disappointing. Thank you again for a wonderful experience.

    Response from Charter operator

    Awesome! We are happy you enjoyed your trip!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Fishing Charters Of San Diego
    Fishing Charters Of San DiegoSan Diego, CA
    Adult angler proudly holding a large amberjack aboard a fishing boat in open ocean waters.
    Fish 1
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Levi A.
    Levi A.
    i cant reccoment these guys enough. the first two hours was hard fishing with not alot of keepers. The crew was persistent and in rhe last hour we caught alot of nice fish and more than happy.
  • Fishing Charters Of San Diego
    Fishing Charters Of San DiegoSan Diego, CA
    Adult angler and teenage angler proudly display several large yellowtail fish aboard a sportfishing boat near shore.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Carlos R.
    Carlos R.
    Had an awesome time out on the water yesterday! The captain and the other crew member were super chill and completely on point with getting us set up and on the fish. Ended up with a solid catch, including some great yellowtail and barracuda. Clean boat, great energy, and an overall fantastic trip. Highly recommend!
  • Fishing Charters Of San Diego
    Fishing Charters Of San DiegoSan Diego, CA
    best fishing trip experience!
    Bao D.
    Bao D.
    We all had a great time! captain Gavin took us to all the right spot! they made experience so awesome! would definitely recommend to anyone!
  • Fishing Charters Of San Diego
    Fishing Charters Of San DiegoSan Diego, CA
    Large multi-species catch arranged across the deck of a fishing boat, including numerous red grouper-like fish and two sizable pelagic fish.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Vermilion Snapper
    Zachary M.
    Zachary M.
    The kids had so much fun as did my wife and I. We caught lots of fish even my wife who doesnt fish. They are ready to book another trip! Gavin and his first mate were top notch! slow to start but once we hooked up it was nonstop fun. we caught lots of vermillion, a barracuda, yellowfin and alot of other fish I dont recall the name of. Thanks for the amazing time!
  • Fishing Charters Of San Diego
    Fishing Charters Of San DiegoSan Diego, CA
    Two adult anglers proudly hold a large reddish grouper aboard a boat in open ocean, with fishing gear visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +3
    Vermilion Rockfish
    Andrew G.
    Andrew G.
    The crew was amazing with my family of five. We did an 8 hr trip and got on some Rockfish, a couple shark. and a couple bonita tuna. The crew was patient and taught us all a lot in a short period of time. I would recommend this boat and crew anytime.
  • Shark Fishing San Diego
    Shark Fishing San DiegoSan Diego, CA
    Fish leaping from the ocean beside a fishing rod during an offshore fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Mako Shark
    Hadi D.
    Hadi D.
    100% recommend and Joshua is awesome, unforgettable experience and caught multiple sharks
  • Fishing Charters Of San Diego
    Fishing Charters Of San DiegoSan Diego, CA
    A variety of fish including Snapper and Grouper laid out on the deck of a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Natasha M.
    Natasha M.
    We had a great time-- knowledgeable and kind crew, lots of fish, and an overall great day
  • Fishing Charters Of San Diego
    Fishing Charters Of San DiegoSan Diego, CA
    Hooked fish being fought at the ocean surface, with the fishing line visible in deep blue offshore water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Vermilion Snapper
    Nathaniel M.
    Nathaniel M.
    A lot of great first’s on this trip, great family day on the water. everyone caught and my wife got her first salt water catch. thanks to Captain Brian and Nick for a great day.
  • Fishing Charters Of San Diego
    Fishing Charters Of San DiegoSan Diego, CA
    Group of young anglers displaying several fish aboard a fishing boat, with additional fish neatly arranged on the fillet table and coastal waters in the background.
    Fish 1
    Bonito
    Tabi E.
    Tabi E.
    Thank you to our captain and crew for an amazing experience. We celebrated my sons 14th birthday with his friends and they all had a blast and caught plenty of fish.
  • Fishing Charters Of San Diego
    Fishing Charters Of San DiegoSan Diego, CA
    Angler proudly displaying a caught fish while on a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Sean R.
    Sean R.
    So great. So helpful. Really had a good time with the kids and family. Thanks captain and crew!

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Fishing Charters Of San Diego in San Diego

The warm water species have definitely left the area, with some overnight trips still taking you south to Mexican waters to follow them. Closer to home, your main targets will be Yellowtail, Rockfish, and Halibut.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

A variety of fish, likely Yellowtail Snapper, neatly arranged in the boat's storage area after a successful fishing trip.

Yellowtail have been biting at the Coron

Aug 30, 2024 • San Diego
Both boats have been catching yellowtail full speed on our Islands trips!
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A variety of fish, likely Yellowtail Snapper, neatly arranged in the boat's storage area after a successful fishing trip.

All you want yellowtai at the Coronado I

Aug 30, 2024 • San Diego
Both boats have been loading up at the Islands!
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Angler proudly displaying a large Yellowtail while fishing off the coast, showcasing a successful day on the water.

Summertime in San Diego can produce almo

Jul 12, 2024 • San Diego
Yellowtail, bass, rockfish, halibut barracuda and a variety of other species have been biting on our local trips!
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An angler reeling in a large shark while fishing from a boat in deep blue waters, showcasing the thrill of sport fishing.

Shark fishing is going strong!

May 9, 2024 • San Diego
Sharks have been biting on our half day and longer trios! Mako sharks amd thresher sharks ar due to arrive in our local waters as the water os warming up.
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A group of young anglers displaying their catch of red snapper on the deck of a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.

Kids and families are loading up!

Apr 15, 2024 • San Diego
Rockfish are open and biting. Action has been good and the anglers are keeping busy reeling!
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A variety of colorful rockfish laid out on a cleaning table, showcasing a successful day of fishing.

Rockfish season is open!

Apr 13, 2024 • San Diego
Families and friends are catching lots of rockfish and filling up on excellent eating fish!
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