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Searcher Sportfishing, San Diego, California Saltwater Fishing

ss-badge-sonarDreaming about catching albacore, bluefin, yellowfin tuna, yellowtail, dorado, wahoo and other saltwater fish? Come to San Diego, the gateway to some of the best deep sea fishing in the world in Baja California, Mexico. At Searcher Sportfishing, we offer 1.5 day to 7 day long range sportfishing excursions to Mexican waters, including the islands of San Benito, Cedros, Alijos Rocks and other prime Baja California fishing destinations — sportfishing expeditions to fit every schedule and budget!

Captain Art Taylor has owned the 95-foot boat Searcher for over 30 years. He and his crew will take you to Baja California’s fishing grounds and make your trip the best sportfishing experience possible. Novices and experts welcome.

Catch some adventure and plan your sportfishing trip today!

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Trip Report

Trip 1 (3 day) Jun 22-25 Jackpot Winners

Trip 1 Jackpot Results : Congratulations to the winners!

  1. Paul Everts 16.2# yellowtail
  2. Aaron Lasley 14# yellowtail
  3. Jake Brookman 12# yellowtail

Also pictured: Accurate pro staffer Gary Gillingham with his catch, a  34# BFT!

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What our customers say...

  • All staff were courteous, kind and friendly. The deckhands, captain and chef were always asking “How can I help you?” with a smile–going over and above the call of duty!

    -Phil Grossman

  • The boat was in pristine condition and the crew was outstanding!

    -Bob Fletcher

  • Captain Art worked hard to get us on fish. He really showed his experience and know-how to get his passengers bit. Also the cooks made great meals.

    -Randall Minvielle

  • Your crew is absolutely top notch!! Everyone is cordial, helpful and concerned with making it a good trip for all aboard. Kudos to Team Searcher!

    -Diana Upton

  • Captain Art and crew searched tirelessly to find fish and never gave up. He is truly a Captain’s captain. I do not believe there is a finer captain or crew on the water.

    -Eric Boranian

  • It was the best trip I ever had! Fantastic crew, fine food and great fellowship. Your business is a model for how it can and should be done. 

    -Anne LaHue

  • Team Searcher puts on a great fishing experience because they know it’s the details that matter…you can’t go wrong by going to sea with these great folks.

    -Paul Jones

  • Trip was awesome! My wife and I had the best trip ever! Best crew I have fished with in years!

    -Dan Thompson

  • Every trip I’ve taken for the last 18 years on the Searcher guarantees good times, outstanding service, and above all great fishing. The Searcher crew is great with kids!

    -Norm Fujimoto

  • Captain, your leadership, guidance, and “fishing trip approach” for the crew and clients was definitely the factor in service, attitude, boat condition and performance that set you above all the trips I have made.

    -Max Sidner

  • Captain and crew are top notch…and are fantastic to fish with. Besides being accomplished anglers and well versed in their operations, these guys are FUN!.

    -Howard Folmer

  • Bait management A, Cleanliness A, Courtesy A++, Enthusiasm A+.

    -David Fujimoto