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Full Day Offshore Banks (12 Hr)

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San Diego Offshore Adventure

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Everything to Know About Booking a California yellowfin tuna fishing charter

What are the best yellowfin tuna fishing charters in California?

The best yellowfin tuna fishing charters in California are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 28 yellowfin tuna trips in California, and the most popular trips in the area are 12 Hour Offshore Tuna guided by Harry, Half Day Charter guided by Larry, and Coronado Islands Adventure guided by Leng.

Our guides in California are rated a 4.92 out of 5 based on 9512 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 yellowfin tuna guides / fishing lessons in California? Check out our beginner and family friendly yellowfin tuna guides in California.

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

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

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

How much do California yellowfin tuna fishing charters cost?

Prices for yellowfin tuna in California can range anywhere from about $1,485 to $5,740, but the average price for a half day trip for yellowfin tuna in California is $1,969. The average price for a full day trip for yellowfin tuna in California is $3,672.

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 yellowfin tuna fishing in California?

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

Do I need a California fishing license for yellowfin tuna and what are the bag limits for yellowfin 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 guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in California.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Steve responded promptly when I made a list minute inquiry and our time on the water with Noah was incredible! Book a trip with Steve and team!!

    Joe H. | August 18, 2026

    Trip: Sportfishing Or Sharking - 47'

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely packed with knowledge, taking us to some of the best spots. Fishing trip so successful we had to return half of our catches so we didnt go over limit. I will be recommending to friends, family, and my future trips. 10/10. He knows all the spots.

    Jovan V. | July 25, 2026

    Trip: Sunrise Fishing Trip For Up To 6

  • ★★★★★
    Got us on to a lot of fish, insanely helpful in landing all those yellowtail, Captain Zeek and Ace were great!

    George Z. | July 14, 2026

    Trip: Extended Day Offshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience ! We took my son and his friend on a bday fishing trip . The crew was great with the kids ! Thank you 😊

    Hodaya D. | May 9, 2026

    Trip: Marina Del Rey Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Best way to spend my 40th birthday! We had a blast on the "Toda a Nada". The name says it all, "All or Nothing". Our Captain, Bruce was awesome and really put in the work to make sure we came home with fish in hand. When asked, "about what time does the charter end" his response was, "when we have fish in the boat". That's my kind of Captain! We did just that, pulled in 4 beautiful, hard-fighting, yellowtail. A total of 75 pounds. There was a processor there dock-side who took it straight from the boat to their shop. The next day our fish was cleaned and ready for pick-up. Great experience all around! Highly recommend!

    Mary E. | April 2, 2026

    Trip: 3/4 Day 8 Hr Trip

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