Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know

We can accommodate up to 5 passengers on our fishing trips.

The price includes bait, gas, top-of-the-line fishing tackle, and a cooler filled with ice.

Wear plenty of sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses. Bring a jacket or sweatshirt, and clothing that you don’t mind getting wet.

Yes, everyone on the boat needs a fishing license. Either California or Mexican fishing licenses are required, depending on where we are fishing. Both can be purchased online.

Passports are only required for the Coronado Islands trips.

Tipping is appreciated, with a suggested amount of 15-25%.

Yes, you can bring your own smaller cooler. We do have a built-in cooler if you would like to transfer food and drinks when you get on the boat. However, please avoid bringing glass bottles or hard alcohol.

Yes, you can bring your fishing gear. Just please let us know beforehand and we would love to help you out.

Be prepared for an all-day adventure. The journey to the fishing grounds can range from 45 minutes to 3 hours each way.

The best time for big bluefin fishing is from August to November.

Our half-day trips along with our Coronado Island 3/4 days. Both trips have short commutes of only 30-45 minutes each way to bountiful fishing grounds!

We will depart early to make our run to the fishing grounds. These can be anywhere from an hour to three in one direction. Once in the area, we will deploy trolling techniques, live bait fishing, and possibly even kite fishing to target pelagic fish such as Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and California Yellowtail. These fish can be difficult to find so stay patient and observant as the best catch of the day could come at any second!

You have the right to cancel your trip up to a week in advance, once inside of the week window you will forfeit the deposit that was made. Alternatively, if you’d like to roll your deposit over to a future trip we can do that as well.