sport fishing Charter rates
Tomales Bay Halibut Trip
(Available Late April to July)
(Private charter only, maximum of 4 people)-$1000 per 6 hour day
Tomales bay halibut trips will target Halibut and striped bass inside of Tomales bay on the “Sea Queen.” Your captain will contact you to discuss pickup and drop off time as halibut within Tomales bay tend to only bite on specific tides. If your schedule is time sensitive please call us in advance to discuss. These trips will depart from within Tomales Bay, not Bodega Bay.
All prices include fish filleting at dock excluding Bluefin Tuna.
Offshore Rock Cod & lingcod Fishing Trip
(Available may 15th to July 15th)
Open Charter- “Sorta Salty” Individual rate: $300 per person.
Private Charter- “Sorta Salty” Entire Boat (max.6 people): $1800
Offshore Rock Cod trips will target Rock Cod and Lingcod on the “Sorta Salty.” We will depart from Bodega Bay at 7am and return to the dock at roughly 3pm. The drive to the offshore banks is approximately 18 miles, when conditions allow we will venture slightly further south to target world class Rock Cod and Lingcod. If weather conditions allow and the majority of the boat agrees, we will be able to target Sable Fish using deep-drop electric gear after fishing for Rock Cod.
All depths Rock Cod & Lingcod Fishing Trip
(Available July 16 to November 3rd)
Open Charter-“Sorta Salty” Individual rate: $300 per person.
Private Charter- “Sorta Salty” Entire Boat (max.6 people): $1800
Private Charter- “Sea Queen” Entire Boat (max.4 people): $1200
All depths Rock Cod trips will target Rock Cod, Lingcod, and potentially ocean halibut on the “Sorta Salty” or the “Sea Queen.” We will depart from Bodega Bay at 7am and return to the dock at roughly 3pm. Depending on weather, ocean conditions, and the captain's best judgement, we may be able to fish offshore or inshore for rockfish. For open charters, the captain will get a consensus from the group and make the best decision to ensure overall safety and maximum catching opportunity.
Rock cod / Crab Combo Fishing Trip
(Available November 4th to December 31st)
Open Charter - Individual rate: $325 per person.
Private Charter - “Sorta Salty” Entire Boat (max.6 people): $1800
Private Charter - “Sea Queen” Entire Boat (max.4 people): $1200
Crab Combo trips will target Dungeness Crab, Rock Cod and Lingcod on the “Sorta Salty” or the “Sea Queen.” We will depart from Bodega Bay at 7am and return to the dock at roughly 3pm. We will be fishing Inshore for Rock Cod. Crab Cleaning and cooking will be available at the dock at an additional rate of $2 per crab, fish filleting is included in the price of your trip.
afternoon crab only Trip
(Available November 4th to December 31st)
Open Charter- Individual rate: $180 per person.
(Please call to book Crab Only Trips)
Crab only trips will target Dungeness Crab after in the afternoon on the “Sorta Salty”. We will depart from Bodega Bay at roughly 3:15pm and return to the dock at roughly 5pm. We will be only targeting crab. Crab Cleaning and cooking will be available at the dock at an additional rate of $2 per crab.
ALbacore fishing Trip
(Typically August Through October)
Call or Email to Join our Tuna List!
When the Albacore arrive back to California from their annual migration across the Pacific Ocean, we will email the tuna list some available dates and pricing based on weather, ocean conditions and location of the fish. At that point trips will be book on a first come, first serve basis. Trips will be offered out of Bodega Bay or Fort Bragg. Commonly out of Bodega Bay, we will venture 35 to 75 miles northwest from the harbor so expect long days upward of 12 to 14 hours. While Fort Bragg tends to have the warmer currents closer to shore and is usually 15 to 45 miles of travel to the fishing grounds and will result in a day closer to 12 hours depending on the fishing.
bluefin tuna fishing Trip
(Typically August Through november)
Call or Email to Join our Tuna List!
Once the Bluefin arrive from their migration from Northern Baja, we will email everyone on the tuna list some available dates and pricing based on weather, ocean conditions and location of the fish in similar fashion as our Albacore trips. At that point, trips will be booked on a first come, first serve basis as well. Early in the season we often drive southwest of Bodega Bay up to 75 miles in search of Bluefin schools scattered west the Farallon islands and the central California seamounts. Those days will be longer and 14 hours of time on the boat can be expected. Later in the season closer to November, Bluefin typically collect near Cordell banks about 18 miles west of Bodega bay feeding on anchovies, expect these days to be closer to 12 hours on the water, we will often try to leave the dock very early to be able to fish before sunrise, as that is typically the most effective time using glow in the dark spreader bars. Bluefin will may be quartered at the dock, but is it is highly recommended that the fish rest on packed ice for at least 18 hours to allow the meat to “set up”. Please contact us for more information about our processing options.
Trip Information
Please note, whether young or old, fishing or not, the maximum legal number of passengers is 6 people.
Full fare applies after the boat has left the dock. If you request an early return, due to seasickness or any other reason, you will still be responsible for the full fare. The only exception is when sea conditions or other safety concerns require an early return. In such cases a prorated fare applies depending on length of time spent out.
All bait, fishing rods and terminal tackle is supplied for fishing excursions. Anglers are more than welcome to bring their own tackle if they wish.
Being prepared
Please dress in layers to stay warm. Waterproof rubber boots or shoes are highly recommended, but not necessary. Some other items that are recommended are sunscreen, lunch, and something to drink. We discourage any heavy alcohol consumption (you are more than welcome to bring alcohol, we only ask that you drink responsibly). If you feel you need seasickness meds, please take the night before and again in the morning. Do not wait to take while underway. YOU WILL NEED A VALID CALIFORNIA FISHING LICENSE IF YOU ARE 16 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER. They are not sold on the boat! You can purchase one online or buy one at the CDFW License Service or at your local bait and tackle shop. You do not need any enhancements, tags, or stamps (unless specified by your captain for crab traps).
deposits & cancellations
Full Deposits are required for all excursions. Cancellation must be received at least 7 days in advance or a 50% cancellation fee will be charged. Those received 48 hours before departure date with be charged the full cost of the excursion. Weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances may warrant cancellation on our part and your deposit will be fully refunded.
