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San Diego Offshore Roundup

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38 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,650
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Coronado Islands Expedition

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Sportfishing Or Sharking - 34'

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San Diego Offshore Adventure

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Sportfishing Or Sharking - 47'

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Extended Day Offshore Experience

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49 ft 1 - 6 People From $4,500
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Deep Sea Fishing in San Diego

Coronado Islands Fishing Trip

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Dana Point

Dana Point Extended Offshore Trip

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in San Diego

9-12 Hour Trip – Island Charter

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34 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,925
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in San Diego

San Diego Nearshore / Offshore Trip

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49 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,200
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Deep Sea Fishing in Long Beach

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Everything to Know About Booking a California bluefin tuna fishing charter

Why should I book a bluefin tuna fishing charter in California with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 31 bluefin tuna trips in California, and the most popular trips in the area are Offshore Tuna Chase guided by Ian, Overnight Big Game Trip guided by Frank, and 9-12 Hour Trip – Offshore guided by Aaron.

Our guides in California are rated a 4.75 out of 5 based on 5103 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly bluefin tuna guides / fishing lessons in California? Check out our beginner and family friendly bluefin tuna guides in California.

What types of bluefin tuna fishing charters are common in California?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bluefin tuna in California as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and river fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in California are light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, and trolling but heavy tackle fishing and artificial lure fishing are popular as well.

How much do California bluefin tuna fishing charters cost?

Prices for bluefin tuna in California can range anywhere from about $1,490 to $4,860, but the average price for a half day trip for bluefin tuna in California is $1,701. The average price for a full day trip for bluefin tuna in California is $3,168.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for bluefin tuna fishing in California?

The most popular season for bluefin tuna fishing in California is summer, and most anglers book their trips 31 days in advance.

Do I need a California fishing license for bluefin tuna and what are the bag limits for bluefin tuna in California?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in California, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in California. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in California.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Larry, Brice and Briggs were beyond great. Great charter, captain and fishing spots.

    Perry B. | July 11, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Went out fishing with Capt Andrew and his first mate Ace. The boat was clean and everything was set up and ready for us to enjoy the day. Unfortunately our day turned out with not any fish, but Capt Andrew and Ace worked very hard trying to find fish and searching all over. Saw a lot of aquatic life on our trip and enjoy the day out in the Pacific Ocean, zero fish but a 10 rating on effort, a very enjoyable day. We will be back to get that big one.

    Guy D. | August 9, 2024

    Trip: San Diego Offshore Roundup

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip, Captain Sam and his first mate Noah were extremely helpful. Captain had us in a school of bluefin within minutes of stopping. We all met our limit for the day! They cleaned them and bagged them. We got some really awesome pictures! Great trip and would highly recommend Captain Sam.

    George D. | July 2, 2023

    Trip: San Diego Offshore Adventure

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