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Halibut Fishing Charters

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Everything to Know About Booking a halibut fishing charter

Why should I book a halibut fishing charter with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 49 halibut trips, and the most popular trips are Full Day Local Offshore guided by Nathan, 4 Hour PM Fishing Experience guided by Harry, and Halibut Trip - 32' Crozier Craft guided by William.

Our guides are rated a 4.57 out of 5 based on 5945 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 halibut guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly halibut guides.

What types of halibut fishing charters are common?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for halibut as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and deep sea fishing.

The most common fishing techniques are artificial lure fishing, bottom fishing, and cut bait fishing but drift fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do halibut fishing charters cost?

Prices for halibut can range anywhere from about $954 to $3,558, but the average price for a half day trip for halibut is $1,220. The average price for a full day trip for halibut is $2,844.

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 halibut fishing?

The most popular season for halibut fishing is fall, and most anglers book their trips 43 days in advance.

Do I need a fishing license for halibut and what are the bag limits for halibut?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time fishing. The boat was amazing and the captain and his mate lots of fun and made our entire trip enjoyable. I strongly recommend using this charter service. They kept us in the loop from the moment we made our reservation.

    Justin C. | October 29, 2025

    Trip: Sportfishing Or Sharking - 47'

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Zeek got us straight into the action and had us psyched all day!

    Jake S. | October 5, 2025

    Trip: San Diego Nearshore / Offshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Fishing with Bill was a great time. I recommend going with him to have a wonderful day!!!

    Daniel D. | June 27, 2025

    Trip: Striped Bass And Halibut Roundup

  • ★★★★★
    Travis was a first class guide, extremely attentive, helpful and most importantly, he put us on the fish! Had a great time with my Son and his two Marine Brothers for an unforgettable day of fishing.

    Dustin S. | June 20, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Inshore/Coastal

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time on our trip with Captain Nathan’s crew! Noah was our skipper, and Nick was the deckhand. They were both helpful and engaging, and always there to lend a hand. Would definitely recommend for both beginner and experienced anglers!

    Elena G. | August 2, 2023

    Trip: Local Excursion - 42’ Hershine

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