Cheyne Waldner
Captain

Cheyne Waldner

Dana Point, United States
25+ reviews
I have lived locally for over 30 years and grew up fishing, diving and surfing on the waters off Southern California. When it comes to finding areas only the locals know about, I have a clear advantage and enjoy sharing my knowledge with my customers. I am Certified Dive Master as well as a Boat Captain.

Charter

Rating

4.8
39 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.8
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

90%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
95%
Recommend this charter
97%
Satisfied with the boat
71%
Caught fish

All reviews (39)

Showing 15 of 39 reviews
  • Michael Bailey
    Michael Bailey
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Catchin not Fishin

    3 Hour2 adults1 child

    My 4-year old son and I went out with Captain Ryan and caught about 20 fish across 5 different species herr in mid September. Incredible experience thanks to Ryan’s knowledge if the area. Highly recommend for an exciting adventure.

  • Sam Straka
    Sam Straka
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing trip!

    Trip for Sam3 adults

    We booked our trip last minute but Captain Cheyne made this work for us and very accommodating to our schedule. We had a great time out on the boat with Captain Ryan and he managed to find us some awesome fish to catch although it was a bit slow in the beginning he found a good spot where we caught Sculpen, Bass and Sheephead. I can highly recommend these guys and would be happy to come back again for more fishing!

    Reported catch:
    California Sheephead
    Calico Bass
    Rockfish
    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much Sam, glad you enjoyed the experience!!!! Looking forward to the next one

  • Debate Mom Cindy Sidwell
    Debate Mom Cindy Sidwell
    us
    Utah, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun Fishing!

    3 Hour - 12:00 PM3 adults

    My son and I had a great time on our 3 hour fishing trip with Ryan, our Captain. We caught 7 fish, but 2 were too little and had to go back, but we enjoyed some delicious Calico Bass tonight for dinner. What an awesome experience! Thanks!

  • James Pamplin
    James Pamplin
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great family experience

    5 Hour5 adults2 children

    Our family of five with kids aged 8, 11, and 14 all really enjoyed our fishing experience. we were fortunate to have lots of catches and the captain moved around to several spots to ensure we kept getting opportunities.

    Reported catch:
    Pacific Barracuda
    Calico Bass
  • Sami Hales
    Sami Hales
    Repeat angler
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Fishing Trip We’ve Had!

    5 Hour - 1:00 PM2 adults

    We had an amazing time on this fishing trip! The captain and his crew were fantastic—very knowledgeable, friendly, and just great people to spend the day with. The boat was perfect and equipped with everything you could possibly need. We also caught a lot of great fish! Highly recommend this trip to anyone looking for an awesome fishing experience.

    Reported catch:
    California Sheephead

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