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Barbarossa Fishing
Charter operator

Barbarossa Fishing

Santa Cruz, United States
50+ reviews
Captain Justin is waiting for you to take you on a memorable fishing trip in San Francisco or Santa Cruz. Join him and discover the beauties this area has to offer.

Charter

Rating

4.9
68 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

94%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (68)

Showing 1 – 5 of 68 reviews
  • Alissa Wong
    Alissa Wong
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great trip all around!

    Morning 3 hour trip • 2 adults

    We were hesitant to book this because the weather looked iffy, but I’m so glad we did it! Justin was great - knowledgeable and super friendly; and we saw all the wildlife - seals, porpoises, birds, and of course, fish. Took us a bit to get a bite, but once we did we caught our limit of bonito in about 30 minutes - even got to do a little rock fishing at the end. Overall, a very memorable experience for our first time to Santa Cruz!

    Reported catch:
    Rockfish
  • Collin Sager
    Collin Sager
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great first time out!

    Full Day Trip • 6 adults

    Had a party of 6 with Captain Justin for a full day trip. He got us on the fish right away which was great for moral as half the group doesnt fish frequently while the other half mainly fresh water fishes. Captain Justin got everybody as many fish as they could get in the boat until they were worn out! Will definitely be booking with Captain Justin again and highly recommend booking with him as well.

  • Ed Luker
    Ed Luker
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Making memories with our daughter.

    Mid-day 3 hour trip • 4 adults

    My first experience with charter fishing. Tuk put us on fish quickly and told us how to catch them. Caught more than we needed in 3 hour trip. Guide was definitely knowledgeable and very kind and patient. Great trip.

    Reported catch:
    Rockfish
  • Karen Chapeton
    Karen Chapeton
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Such an amazing experience

    Mid-day 3 hour trip • 6 adults

    i brought some friends here to celebrate my friends birthday and 10/10 would recommend! Captain Tuk was amazing! we caught a lot of fish and he made it such an memorable experience. we are definitely coming back.

    Reported catch:
    Rockfish
  • Mike Speir
    Mike Speir
    us
    Utah, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    good fishing for rock fish caught our limit,awsome for first 3 hrs. last 3 hours fishing for halibut very slow, no fish. Thats fishin.

    Full Day Trip • 4 adults

    Got on fish immediatly. limited ot on rock all fourof us did. Best in the morning. Captian was great very helpful and fun to fishwith, geat guy! Halbut was slow unfortunatly. Over all good fishin.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Barbarossa Fishing
    Barbarossa FishingSanta Cruz, CA
    Multiple tuna-like fish and grouper arranged on the deck of a fishing boat after a successful offshore trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bonito
    Alissa W.
    Alissa W.
    We were hesitant to book this because the weather looked iffy, but I’m so glad we did it! Justin was great - knowledgeable and super friendly; and we saw all the wildlife - seals, porpoises, birds, and of course, fish. Took us a bit to get a bite, but once we did we caught our limit of bonito in about 30 minutes - even got to do a little rock fishing at the end. Overall, a very memorable experience for our first time to Santa Cruz!
  • Barbarossa Fishing
    Barbarossa FishingSanta Cruz, CA
    Multiple reef fish displayed across the deck of a fishing boat, with additional catch stored in buckets and an angler standing nearby.
    Fish 1
    Vermilion Rockfish
    Dastan O.
    Dastan O.
    Caught a lot of rockfish and some lingcod & mackarel. Didn’t catch any salmon, guess it’s the El Niño effect. The captain was nice and accomodating, helped some of our people who fished for the first time.
  • Barbarossa Fishing
    Barbarossa FishingSanta Cruz, CA
    Angler smiling while holding a fish on a boat during an evening fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Christy G.
    Christy G.
    Captain Tuk made it a day to remember! We left with more than we can eat- will definitely book a full day next time!
  • Barbarossa Fishing
    Barbarossa FishingSanta Cruz, CA
    Three young anglers proudly displaying their catch of multiple rockfish at the marina after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Black Rockfish
    Bryan R.
    Bryan R.
    it was a great trip and we caught over 30 fish!
  • Barbarossa Fishing
    Barbarossa FishingSanta Cruz, CA
    Angler proudly displaying a vibrant Red Snapper while fishing on a boat in foggy conditions.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Vermilion Snapper
    Manuel G.
    Manuel G.
  • Barbarossa Fishing
    Barbarossa FishingSanta Cruz, CA
    A large shark is displayed on the deck of a boat, with a bucket nearby, showcasing the catch from a deep-sea fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Mako Shark
    Collin S.
    Collin S.
    Had a party of 6 with Captain Justin for a full day trip. He got us on the fish right away which was great for moral as half the group doesnt fish frequently while the other half mainly fresh water fishes. Captain Justin got everybody as many fish as they could get in the boat until they were worn out! Will definitely be booking with Captain Justin again and highly recommend booking with him as well.
  • Barbarossa Fishing
    Barbarossa FishingSanta Cruz, CA
    Angler proudly displaying a vibrant Red Rockfish while fishing on a boat in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Black Rockfish
    Kyle N.
    Kyle N.
    Signed up for the 3 hour early morning trip. Immediately got into rockfish. Caught our limits within the three hours. Captain was super low key, friendly, and knowledgeable. Would go with him again.
  • Barbarossa Fishing
    Barbarossa FishingSanta Cruz, CA
    Adult angler proudly holding a large black drum aboard a covered fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Seabass
    Tom E.
    Tom E.
    Took a 3 hour trip with my two boys (12 and 16) who had little experience. Captain quickly got us on fish and we caught steadily. Captain was patient and helped my boys get their bait out and bring them in.
  • Barbarossa Fishing
    Barbarossa FishingSanta Cruz, CA
    Group of anglers displaying multiple freshly caught fish aboard a charter boat near a harbor breakwater.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Rockfish
    Al T.
    Al T.
    Knew all the great spots - caught some great fish!! would def book again.
  • Barbarossa Fishing
    Barbarossa FishingSanta Cruz, CA
    Angler holding a large lingcod aboard a fishing boat on open ocean.
    Kelly B.
    Kelly B.
    Justin was a great captain, the kids really loved him felt like fishing with a friend. we targeted rock cod and ling cod and got lots of action for the kids. Great way to finish the birthday week off.