San Diego Fishing Charter FAQs

Select your charter and an available date, enter your group details, and review the payment options and trip terms before completing your booking. Contact the crew if you need help choosing a trip.

We accept major credit cards through secure Stripe Checkout. You can pay in full. When offered, a deposit with an authorized automatic balance payment is available before 9 a.m. Pacific time, 2 calendar days before your trip. At or after that cutoff, full payment is required. Checkout shows the available payment options, exact amounts and any collection date before you agree. Existing bookings keep their original payment terms.

You can pay in full. When offered, a deposit with an authorized automatic balance payment is available before 9 a.m. Pacific time, 2 calendar days before your trip. At or after that cutoff, full payment is required. Checkout shows the available payment options, exact amounts and any collection date before you agree. Existing bookings keep their original payment terms.

All of our charters are private, with a maximum of 4 guests. Review your selected charter’s capacity and talk with the crew about your group before booking.

If you have a preferred date, check the charter calendar or contact the crew early in your planning. Availability depends on the charter and date; confirm your trip details before making travel arrangements.

Departure and meeting times depend on your charter and planned itinerary. Confirm your meeting time and dock instructions with the crew before your trip.

Our departure meeting point is Dana Landing, 2630 Ingraham St, San Diego, CA 92109. Confirm your meeting time, current parking and dock instructions with the crew before your trip.

Choose from Sunrise Sprint (half day), Coastal Classic (three-quarter day), Full Send (full day), Trophy Bluefin, or a seasonal evening lobster charter. See the current charter durations and trip details to compare your options, and confirm the planned departure and itinerary with the crew.

Depending on the season and fishing trip, we target Yellowtail, Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Dorado (Mahi-Mahi), White Seabass, Calico Bass, and more. Our seasonal evening hoop-net charter targets California spiny lobster. We'll discuss your preferences and current conditions when planning your trip; catches are never guaranteed.

Bring drinking water, food and snacks for the full length of your trip. Ask the crew before bringing a bulky cooler. Please no glass containers and no hard alcohol.

Only catch that meets current regulations may be kept. Ask the crew about handling and transporting your legal catch, and bring a cooler for the trip home.

The captain determines whether conditions are safe for the trip. If the crew cancels because of weather, you receive a full refund. Contact the crew with any weather concerns before departure.

Rod-and-reel fishing trips include fishing tackle, bait and crew guidance. The seasonal lobster charter includes hoop nets, bait, measuring gauges and crew instruction. Review your trip's included equipment and contact the crew before bringing your own setup.

Dress in layers as it's often cooler on the water, especially in the morning or after dark. Wear non-marking, non-slip shoes. For daytime trips, bring a hat and sunglasses; for evening lobster trips, bring warm layers.

Bring required licenses, cards and travel documents for your itinerary, layers for changing temperatures, food and drinks, and a cooler for legal catch. Add sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat for daytime trips. Review your charter page for trip-specific preparation.

Licenses and travel documents depend on the waters your trip will visit. Confirm your itinerary and required documents with the crew before departure, especially for any trip entering Mexican waters. For California waters, review the current California Department of Fish and Wildlife fishing license requirements. Guests obtain their own required licenses and cards before departure. Everyone taking or assisting with lobster needs a California spiny lobster report card, including participants under 16. Anglers age 16 and older generally need a sport fishing license and Ocean Enhancement Validation; a one- or two-day license does not require that validation. Check current CDFW requirements for your circumstances. See the lobster charter license guidance.

If you are considering motion sickness medication, ask a pharmacist or clinician what is appropriate for you and follow the product label.

Beer and wine in moderation are permitted. Please no hard alcohol or glass containers. We want everyone to have a safe and enjoyable time on the water. The captain reserves the right to limit alcohol consumption for safety reasons.

We welcome guests of different experience levels. The crew provides instruction in the techniques and equipment for your trip, including hoop-net handling on lobster charters. Tell the crew about your experience and any questions before departure.

Contact the crew before booking with children. Share their ages and experience on boats so the crew can discuss trip suitability and preparation with you.

We do our best to accommodate all guests. Please contact us before booking to discuss your specific needs, and we'll let you know how we can help ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

We fish aboard our SeaVee 340Z. A fishing deck for your private group, with the crew planning the trip around conditions. Visit the About page to meet the crew and see the boat.

Our private charters accommodate a maximum of 4 guests. Check the guest capacity shown on your selected charter before booking.

Follow the captain’s instructions on board and ask the crew about safety equipment and procedures before departure. Contact the crew before booking if anyone has mobility needs or other safety concerns.

Cancellations at least 14 calendar days before your trip receive a full refund. Later customer cancellations retain only the agreed deposit and refund any collected balance. Weather cancellations receive a full refund.

Tips are optional and appreciated. Ask the crew how to leave a tip if you would like to.

Catches are never guaranteed. The captain plans the trip around current conditions, but a slow fishing day does not qualify for a refund. Speak with the crew about realistic expectations for your date and target species.

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the boat. We want to ensure a comfortable environment for all guests and maintain our vessel.