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San Diego Long Range Fishing | Searcher Sportfishing

Searcher Sportfishing | San Diego Long Range Fishing

Searcher Sportfishing BoatSearcher Sportfishing offers premier San Diego long-range fishing trips departing from Fisherman’s Landing in San Diego, California. Join Captain Mike, Chef Josh, and the Searcher Crew on our 95-foot double-planked mahogany wood sportfishing boat for 2-day to 8-day long-range trip to offshore fishing locations in Southern California and Baja California, Mexico, targeting tuna, yellowtail, wahoo, dorado, and more.

View Searcher’s 2027 Schedule

Searcher is docked at Fisherman’s Landing, 2838 Garrison Street San Diego, CA 92106.

Interested in chartering a trip, send an email, office@searchersportfishing.com or call the office, 619-226-2403.

For the latest Southern California fishing reports check out Fisherman’s Landing YouTube Page. If you have tackle questions, give Fisherman’s Landing Tackle Shop a call, 619-221-8500.

Trip Report

Jul 102024

Trip 19, Denio’s Charter w/ Knee Deep Brewing Co.

Good evening,

Searcher set out Tuesday for trip 19, Denio’s Charter with Knee Deep Brewing Co. Last night was as good as it gets as far as opportunities on these big ones. Though it was choppy, and the conditions were tough, the fish wanted to bite, and we definitely got our shots. This morning we started seeing them again and hoping for another shot.

Captain Mike and The Boys
Big bluefin
Boat load of bluefin

Captain’s Blog

Mar 162023

Tackle Tip Thursday Vol. 216 (Connection Series: Albright Knot)

Watch this video from Rick Maxa at Fisherman’s Landing Tackle Shop to learn (and practice) a good connection knot for two lines, especially those of different sizes.

See Rick and the other experts at Fisherman’s Landing Tackle Shop located at Fishermans Landing, where Searcher departs. Visiting the shop and reviewing current tackle options with the team is your key to fishing success as you depart on your trip!

To review our tackle suggestions for your upcoming trip, click here:SEARCHER TACKLE SUGGESTIONS

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A great question from YouTube subscriber, and the full answer from Rick Maxa!

QUESTON: “If we are using hollow core, what’s the max difference in size would you recommend. Example 80lb hollow core, what’s the max flouro that should be used when splicing?”

ANSWER: “An excellent question, and one without a black and white answer.  The first school of thought would be to never exceed your backing strength. Meaning if we have 80# hollow core backing, we shouldn’t use more than 80# fluoro.

However, there are some times when we are using the topshot purely for abrasion resistance. We’ll use knife jigging at night as our example. We are using an “80#” 2-speed outfit. It’s backed with 80# hollow spectra and it’s our dedicated night time jig outfit. Even though the rod is still ment for 80, our drags are set for 80, etc. we may put 130# into the backing and eliminate the need for a leader on your knife jig. You won’t be fishing any more drag, but you might be better off if the fish swallows your jig, or you find yourself in a tangle.

Those are the 2 schools of thought. As long as you can fit your fluorocarbon into the hollow spectra, there is no limit to the size of line from a connection strength stand point.”

Searcher Crew

Searcher Crew Profile


Captain Jason Rombotis
After owning another sport boat for 18 years, Captain Jason is now part of the Searcher family! We’re excited to have him running the boat, and many anglers have followed him to the Searcher to continue fishing with him.

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Did You Know?

Searcher Offers 12-Day Whale Watching Cruises & Guided Tours!

Whale tail

As you’ve experienced and enjoyed being aboard the Searcher, fishing and spending time with our crew, we’d like to introduce you to another type of trip we offer, Whale Watching through Baja.

We have a 12-day cruise and guided tour from Fisherman’s Landing in San Diego to Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico, scheduled for February 6 – 17, 2027. We would be thrilled to share one of the most exciting wildlife destinations with you, guided by our expert leadership team.

This is the perfect opportunity to not only spot gray, blue, fin, humpback, sperm, Bryde’s, and pilot whales but also sharpen your photography skills!

For more details, view Baja Whale’s website www.bajawhale.com

Review the detailed itinerary and additional trip information: Baja Whale Tour Itinerary

If you have any questions, please feel free to email searcher.tours@bajawhale.com or call 619-226-2403.

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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel and we are able to rebook your spot, or if we receive your cancellation more than 120 days prior to departure, your deposit is refundable less a 10% cancellation fee based on the trip price.

If you cancel less than 120 days prior to departure, the trip is non-refundable unless the spot is rebooked. If the spot is rebooked, a refund will be issued less the 10% cancellation fee based on the trip price.

No refunds will be issued after the trip departs.

We recommend purchasing trip insurance to help protect your vacation investment in the event you need to cancel your trip. For pricing, benefits, and assistance from an agent, please visit Safari Global Travel. https://safariglobaltravel.com/

All trips require a valid passport book or passport card. Cancellation due to not having a valid passport book or passport card is still considered a cancellation and is subject to the same cancellation policy outlined above. Passport books or passport cards must be valid for the duration of the trip and will not expire during the duration of the trip and must meet the Mexican immigration requirements. Please verify your passport expiration date and ensure it meets all travel requirements before making your deposit.

All passengers are required to carry a valid passport (Passport Book or Passport Card) for all trips. Trip itineraries and fishing locations are subject to change based on weather, fishing conditions, and operational needs. Failure to possess a valid passport does not exempt a passenger from the cancellation policy.

Passengers are responsible for ensuring their passport is valid at the time of travel and meets all applicable U.S. and Mexican entry requirements. No refunds will be issued due to a passenger’s failure to provide the required travel documentation.

If a trip requires Mexican immigration documents (such as an FMM or similar visitor authorization), a valid passport or passport card is required.

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