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12 Hour Offshore Tuna

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11 Hour Catalina Fishing Experience

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Dana Point Extended Offshore Trip

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Everything to Know About Booking a California yellowtail amberjack fishing charter

What are the best yellowtail amberjack fishing charters in California?

Why should I book a yellowtail amberjack fishing charter in California with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 33 yellowtail amberjack trips in California, and the most popular trips in the area are 11 Hour Catalina Fishing Experience guided by Harry, San Diego 3/4 Day Roundup guided by Andrew, and 12 hour Offshore Tuna guided by Harry.

Our guides in California are rated a 4.75 out of 5 based on 3920 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 yellowtail amberjack guides / fishing lessons in California? Check out our beginner and family friendly yellowtail amberjack guides in California.

What types of yellowtail amberjack fishing charters are common in California?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for yellowtail amberjack in California as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

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

How much do California yellowtail amberjack fishing charters cost?

Prices for yellowtail amberjack in California can range anywhere from about $975 to $3,060, but the average price for a half day trip for yellowtail amberjack in California is $1,008. The average price for a full day trip for yellowtail amberjack in California is $2,170.

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 yellowtail amberjack fishing in California?

The most popular season for yellowtail amberjack fishing in California is summer, and most anglers book their trips 40 days in advance.

Do I need a California fishing license for yellowtail amberjack and what are the bag limits for yellowtail amberjack 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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip wonderful time. We caught an astonishing variety of fish! Everyone had a great time.

    John H. | October 11, 2023

    Trip: 6 hr (AM or PM)

  • ★★★★★
    Bobby was our captain and he treated myself, my son and my grandson like we owned the boat. He was very professional and courteous and answered all our questions. He gave us choices which no other service has in the past. This was much appreciated and I plan on returning again.

    John P. | June 5, 2023

    Trip: 6 hr (AM or PM)

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