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Searcher Sportfishing, San Diego, California Saltwater Fishing

Dreaming about catching 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 Baja California, Mexico’s fishing destinations — sportfishing trips to fit every schedule and budget.

Captain Art Taylor has owned the 95-foot boat Searcher for over 35 years. He and his crew will make your trip the best sportfishing experience possible.

Catch some adventure and book your 2020 Searcher Sportfishing trip today!

FREE event Saturday January 11, 2020! We will be talking all things fishing at the dock. Come aboard the Searcher for demonstrations/ seminars, giveaways, raffles and a taste of Searcher’s cooking. Bring the whole family and meet the crew and see what it’s like to fish aboard the Searcher. Plus if all this fun and food wasn’t enough, Fisherman’s landing Tackle Shop will also be giving a 10% to all who attend. Did we mention it is FREE to attend with FREE parking. We just ask that you RSVP so we can hook you a spot. Call or email the land crew to RSVP. (You get a FREE gift just for coming.)

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Trip Report

Trip #29 Ultra-limited load 7-day trip (Nov 2-9)

Good Evening anglers,

We wrapped up our trip here with some wide open action on smaller grade yellowtail.  We released quite a few but there were some worthy of a tag.  Here’s one of the large schools we stopped on this afternoon.  That’s a wrap for this trip and our fishing season.  Thanks for fishing with us this year, we hope to see everyone back again next year.

~Captain Mike and the Boys

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Searcher Crew Profile


Dan Cramer, Chef
Dan has a wealth of experience from decades working on the water. He earned his Captain's license so he's a versatile player on Team Searcher -- from wheelhouse to galley.  

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What our customers say...

  • Your leadership, guidance, and crew was definitely the factor in service, attitude, boat condition and performance that set you above all the trips I have made.

    -Max Sidner

  • This was a trip of a lifetime from boarding to final weigh-in. Boat was comfortable, crew was helpful, engaging and full of advice. The food was excellent and plentiful.

    -Lance Leavitt

  • The Searcher operation feels like family. The passengers get the spirit of it and fish like friends.

    -Joe Tyler

  • Captain Art worked hard to get us on fish. He really showed his experience and know-how to get his passengers bit.

    -Randall Minvielle

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

    -Bob Fletcher

  • Outstanding customer service, the crew was always there to help. Art did a great job putting us on fish,and the food was fantastic!

    -Kevin Justen

  • Captain Art and crew searched tirelessly to find fish and never gave up. He is truly a Captain’s captain.

    -Eric Boranian

  • It was the best trip I ever had! Fantastic crew, fine food and great fellowship.

    -Anne LaHue

  • Team Searcher puts on a great fishing experience because they know it’s the details that matter.

    -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.

    -Norm Fujimoto

  • 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

  • The boat was clean and crew was there whenever you needed them. They worked their hearts out for everyone.

    -Ron Schulz

  • Searcher crew never rests. Their single goal is to help you catch fish safely. Never once does safety take a back seat.

    -Lance Leavitt

  • I recommend Searcher! I was on board for a 3-day and have done a 7-day limited load with lots of elbow space. The crew are helpful and synchronized – watching two gaffs and a y-pole in action was proof.

    -Bernard Chen