Half-Day Charter San Diego
The sweet spot for anglers who want a real fishing experience without burning an entire day
The Perfect Half-Day Fishing Trip in San Diego
Five and a half hours on the water. Two departure windows. Private boat. This is our Half-Day Charter – and it’s one of the most booked trips we run out of San Diego.
The Half-Day Charter hits the sweet spot for anglers who want a real fishing experience without burning an entire day. Morning departure runs 6:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. The afternoon session runs 12:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Both windows put you on productive San Diego coastal water with a captain who knows where the fish are holding right now.
Two departures daily:
- Morning: 6:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
- Afternoon: 12:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
This is a Private Charter
Your group, your boat, your experience. No strangers, no party boat crowds, no waiting around. Just you and your crew on a fully equipped vessel working San Diego’s shoreline.
What You're Targeting on the Half-Day Charter
San Diego’s coastline holds a wide variety of species throughout the year.
Calico Bass
Halibut
Bonito
Barracuda
Yellowtail
Calico bass are around year-round and will eat on almost any presentation when the water’s right. Halibut set up on sandy transitions and are a consistent target on the Half-Day Charter. Bonito and barracuda show in warmer months and will absolutely smoke light tackle. Yellowtail push into coastal kelp during peak season and will test your drag in a hurry.
A Captain Who Reads the Water
Your captain reads the conditions daily, tide, current, water temp, bait reports, and adjusts the game plan accordingly. This isn’t a fixed route. It’s a dynamic hunt with a guide who takes it personally.
Gear and Vessel
Brothers Sport Fishing runs Yamaha outboards on all vessels. Seeker Rods, Shimano Reels, Simrad GPS/Sonar/Radar, and oversized bait tanks with 3-5 scoop capacity are standard. Your catch is iced immediately on deck – no sitting in a warm fish box. Cruising speeds of 18-27 knots keep transit time minimal.
Yamaha Outboards
Seeker Rods
Shimano Reels
Simrad GPS/Sonar/Radar
Oversized Bait Tanks
Extra Cooler Space
Oversized bait tanks keep your live bait in prime condition. Three to five scoop bait capacity means you’re not running thin on ammunition when the fish show up. Your catch gets iced immediately – extra cooler space is standard on every boat.
Safety Above Standards
Safety above U.S. Coast Guard minimums on every Half-Day Charter: commercial life jackets, radar, three VHF radios including an emergency handheld, and an EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon).
Half-Day Charter Pricing
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Vessel
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Price
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23 Parker
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$975
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25 Bahia
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$1,150
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28 Parker
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$1,300
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Full Boat Pricing
Full boat pricing – bring a crew and split it.
Deposit & Balance
A $250 deposit holds your reservation. Balance due 1-2 days before your trip.
We Accept Multiple Payment Methods
- 2.7% CC processing fee applies to credit card payments
Scale Up or Keep It Short
The Half-Day Charter is a proven trip, but Brothers Sport Fishing has options on either side of it.
4-Hour Charter
4 Hours
If you’re just looking to get out for a few hours and keep costs down, the 4-Hour Charter is a no-brainer – morning or afternoon, same private boat experience.
3/4 Day Trip
9 Hours
If you want to push the day further and access more fisheries, the 3/4 Day Charter runs a full 9 hours and opens up shark offshore, Coronados Islands, and true offshore water.
Lobster Hoop Netting
Night Trips
Looking for something completely different after dark? The Lobster Hoop Netting Charter is a San Diego bucket list experience.
Book Your Fishing Trip
- Cancellation and Booking Policy
- Cancellations 7 or more days before your trip receive a full deposit refund.
- Cancellations inside 7 days can apply the deposit toward a future reservation date.
- Brothers Sport Fishing reserves the right to reschedule due to unsafe weather or mechanical issues — and if that happens, your deposit is fully refunded or transferred, your call.
Groups of 7 or More?
Groups of 7 or more? Multiple boats are available. Reach out and we’ll coordinate.
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Rates subject to change. Fuel surcharge may apply.