ON THE WATER REPORT :
TOP GUN 80 just called in with Bluefin ranging 20-190 lbs from their 2.5 Day trip!
The fleet has been experiencing exceptional fishing lately, with Bluefin tuna catches ranging from 40 to 190 pounds!
We’re excited to share that we have multiple trips scheduled to depart daily
Excalibur is embarking on a 2-day trip departing at 10 AM, and it’s a definite GO! Reserve your spot now for the chance to hook one of these extraordinary fish.
Top Gun 80 sets sail at 6 PM for a 3.5-day trip.
Constitution departs at 7 PM for a 1.5-day excursion.
Jig Strike also leaves at 7 PM for a 1.5-day trip.
Old Glory 1.5 Day – Spots Available
Legend 1.5 Day (SOLD OUT)
Alternatively, explore our day trips targeting yellowtail at Coronado Islands or our ½ and 3/4 day trips for rockfish.
Don’t forget, a sturdy rail rod and a minimum of 80-100 lb line are crucial. If you don’t have your own equipment, rentals are available onsite. Be sure to come equipped with the appropriate gear, such as a heavy colt sniper or equivalent, to reel in those BIG BLUEFIN TUNA.
For any inquiries about tackle setup or recommendations, don’t hesitate to call H&M Landing and speak with one of our tackle experts. We’re here to ensure you’re outfitted with the right gear for a successful fishing experience!
Excalibur 2 day is a DEFINITE GO departing Monday May 13 at 10AM. Book Now
Legend is back after 1.5 Days of fishing with 16 Bluefin Tuna weighing in up to 140 lbs.
Legend 1.5 Day is a DEFINITE GO departing Tuesday May 16 at 1:00 PM. Book Now.
The Premier is GOING FOR SURE!!! for Sunday’s AM 1/2 departing at 6:30AM! Bring mom out fishing! Book Here. There is also a PM trip scheduled to depart at 1PM!
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THE PREMIER IS RUNNING FOR SURE THIS WEEK ON THEIR EXTENDED 1/2 DAY TRIP FISHING MEXICO. PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED.
THE MALIHINI IS BACK IN ACTION! JOIN THEM STARTING THURSDAY 2/4/2016 FISHING THE CORONADO ISLANDS AND OTHER MEXICAN WATERS. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE GOOD WINTERTIME YELLOWTAIL AND ROCKFISHING WHILE THEY’RE BITING. PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED.
THE MALIHINI IS BACK IN ACTION! JOIN THEM STARTING THURSDAY 2/4/2016 FISHING THE CORONADO ISLANDS AND OTHER MEXICAN WATERS. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE GOOD WINTERTIME YELLOWTAIL AND ROCKFISHING WHILE THEY’RE BITING. PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED.
The Malihini is back in action! Join them starting Thursday 2/4/2016 fishing the Coronado Islands and other Mexican waters. Take advantage of the good wintertime yellowtail and rockfishing while they’re biting. Passports are required.
BRANDON VIETS IS BACK ON THE PREMIER AND READY TO FISH! (FRIDAY – MONDAY)
THE PREMIER IS RUNNING EXTENDED HALF-DAY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8AM -3PM PASSPORTS REQUIRED $85 INCLUDES MEXICAN PERMIT AND TOURIST VISA. GREAT COUNTS! BOOK NOW!
THE MIGHTY CHIEF IS SCHEDULED TO DEPART ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH AND AGAIN ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH.
GREAT WHALE WATCHING! DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY!
2016 PRIVATE CHARTER RATES ARE PUBLISHED! BOOK EARLY TO SECURE THE PRIME DATE AND TRIP OF CHOICE ON YOUR FAVORITE BOAT!
The Chief returned from a 1-1/2 day trip with an awesome catch of 62 Yellowtail, 10 Bonito, 52 Rock Cod and 14 Ling Cod! They are scheduled to depart next on Friday, February 5th and again on Friday, February 12th.
THE PREMIER IS RUNNING EXTENDED HALF-DAY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8AM -3PM PASSPORTS REQUIRED $85 INCLUDES MEXICAN PERMIT AND TOURIST VISA. GREAT COUNTS! BOOK NOW!
GREAT WHALE WATCHING! DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY!
2016 PRIVATE CHARTER RATES ARE PUBLISHED! BOOK EARLY TO SECURE THE PRIME DATE AND TRIP OF CHOICE ON YOUR FAVORITE BOAT!
NEW TRIP JUST ADDED: THE OLD GLORY DEPARTS FRIDAY ON A 1-1/2 DAY TRIP TO COLONET ON THE HUNT FOR YELLOWTAIL AND ROCK COD. BOOK YOUR SPOT TODAY!
THE CHIEF RETURNED FROM A 1-1/2 DAY TRIP WITH AN AWESOME CATCH OF 62 YELLOWTAIL, 10 BONITO, 52 ROCK COD AND 14 LING COD! THEY ARE SCHEDULED TO DEPART NEXT ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH AND AGAIN ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH.
THE PREMIER IS RUNNING EXTENDED HALF-DAY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8AM -3PM PASSPORTS REQUIRED $85 INCLUDES MEXICAN PERMIT AND TOURIST VISA. GREAT COUNTS! BOOK NOW!
GREAT WHALE WATCHING! DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY!
2016 PRIVATE CHARTER RATES ARE PUBLISHED! BOOK EARLY TO SECURE THE PRIME DATE AND TRIP OF CHOICE ON YOUR FAVORITE BOAT!
The Chief returned from a 1-1/2 day trip with an awesome catch of 62 Yellowtail, 10 Bonito, 52 Rock Cod and 14 Ling Cod! They are scheduled to depart next on Friday, February 5th and again on Friday, February 12th.
THE PREMIER IS RUNNING EXTENDED HALF-DAY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8AM -3PM PASSPORTS REQUIRED $85 INCLUDES MEXICAN PERMIT AND TOURIST VISA. GREAT COUNTS! BOOK NOW!
GREAT WHALE WATCHING! DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY!
2016 PRIVATE CHARTER RATES ARE PUBLISHED! BOOK EARLY TO SECURE THE PRIME DATE AND TRIP OF CHOICE ON YOUR FAVORITE BOAT!
An unbelievably beautiful day greeted passengers on board the Bright and Morning
Star Thursday morning. The great Pacific Ocean was as calm as a lake. A mixed
pod of common and Pacific White-sided dolphins appeared as we neared Los
Coronados, along with spouts of gray whales. We all marveled at the 14 gray
whales spotted throughout the day; one pod of five took a deep dive, almost in
unison–spectacular! The hundreds, or perhaps thousands, of sea lions on the
islands often approached the vessel as if we were “Moody’s Lunch Wagon.” Their
dexterity, swimming and climbing ability is awesome. A new elephant seal had
been born within the week, and was spotted nursing at Elephant Seal Cove. Black
Oystercatchers greeted us at three of the islands, and all enjoyed seeing the
many Brown Boobies and their chicks. Whalers Gaynell and Diane, and all the
passengers, were sad to see their day enjoying Los Coronados and the beautiful
Pacific come to an end. It is amazing to have such spectacular scenery, marine
mammals and birds all within a day’s cruise from San Diego!
–Whaler Diane
THE CHIEF RETURNED FROM A 1-1/2 DAY TRIP WITH AN AWESOME CATCH OF 62 YELLOWTAIL, 10 BONITO, 52 ROCK COD AND 14 LING COD! THEY ARE SCHEDULED TO DEPART NEXT ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH AND AGAIN ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH.
THE PREMIER IS RUNNING EXTENDED HALF-DAY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8AM -3PM PASSPORTS REQUIRED $85 INCLUDES MEXICAN PERMIT AND TOURIST VISA. GREAT COUNTS! BOOK NOW!
GREAT WHALE WATCHING! DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY!
2016 PRIVATE CHARTER RATES ARE PUBLISHED! BOOK EARLY TO SECURE THE PRIME DATE AND TRIP OF CHOICE ON YOUR FAVORITE BOAT!
The Chief returned from a 1-1/2 day trip with an awesome catch of 62 Yellowtail, 10 Bonito, 52 Rock Cod and 14 Ling Cod! They are scheduled to depart next on Friday, February 5th and again on Friday, February 12th.
THE PREMIER IS RUNNING EXTENDED HALF-DAY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8AM -3PM PASSPORTS REQUIRED $85 INCLUDES MEXICAN PERMIT AND TOURIST VISA. GREAT COUNTS! BOOK NOW!
GREAT WHALE WATCHING! DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY!
2016 PRIVATE CHARTER RATES ARE PUBLISHED! BOOK EARLY TO SECURE THE PRIME DATE AND TRIP OF CHOICE ON YOUR FAVORITE BOAT!
THE PREMIER IS RUNNING EXTENDED HALF-DAY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8AM -3PM PASSPORTS REQUIRED $85 INCLUDES MEXICAN PERMIT AND TOURIST VISA. GREAT COUNTS! BOOK NOW!
GREAT WHALE WATCHING! DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY!
2016 PRIVATE CHARTER RATES ARE PUBLISHED! BOOK EARLY TO SECURE THE PRIME DATE AND TRIP OF CHOICE ON YOUR FAVORITE BOAT!
THE CHIEF IS GOING OUT TONIGHT FOR A 1.5 DAY ROCK COD TRIP! DEPARTS AT 7PM BRING YOUR PASSPORT!
THE PREMIER IS RUNNING EXTENDED HALF-DAY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8AM -3PM PASSPORTS REQUIRED $85 INCLUDES MEXICAN PERMIT AND TOURIST VISA. GREAT COUNTS! BOOK NOW!
GREAT WHALE WATCHING! DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY!
2016 PRIVATE CHARTER RATES ARE PUBLISHED! BOOK EARLY TO SECURE THE PRIME DATE AND TRIP OF CHOICE ON YOUR FAVORITE BOAT!
It doesn’t get any better than this for whale watchers off San Diego, venturing
out to Los Coronados Islands. Passengers on Friday’s Nature Cruise were treated
to numerous whale sightings – sometimes seeing spouts in every direction.
Passengers on Saturday‘s cruise were treated to almost as good of a
show….with good sightings of 14 gray whales. Both days hundreds of common
dolphins were seen, both feeding and surfing the wake of the vessel. The
cruisers were also delighted by the Islands’ usual suspects – the hundreds of
sea lions; harbor seals; elephant seals and their pups and numerous seabirds
including Brown Boobies, along with two chicks; and American and Black
Oystercatchers. Calm seas and clear skies made the trips even more
exceptional….how lucky we are to have this opportunity for a fascinating day
trip off the San Diego and Baja coastline!
–Whaler Diane (accompanied by Whaler Laurie on Saturday‘s trip)
TODAY’S FISH COUNTS: THE PREMIER ON THEIR EXTENDED 1/2 DAY TRIP FISHING IN MEXICO CAUGHT 81 ROCKCOD, 4 WHITEFISH FOR 10 PASSENGERS AND THE FAITH ON A LOCAL 1/2 DAY CHARTER CAUGHT 8 SAND BASS, 2 CALICO BASS, 2 SCULPIN AND 2 WHITE CROAKER.
THE PREMIER IS RUNNING EXTENDED HALF-DAY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8AM -3PM PASSPORTS REQUIRED $85 INCLUDES MEXICAN PERMIT AND TOURIST VISA. GREAT COUNTS! BOOK NOW!
THE SEA ADVENTURE II IS RUNNING 3/4 DAY TRIPS TO THE CORONADO ISLANDS. THE YELLOWTAIL ARE BITING! PASSPORTS REQUIRED
GREAT WHALE WATCHING! DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY!
2016 PRIVATE CHARTER RATES ARE PUBLISHED! BOOK EARLY TO SECURE THE PRIME DATE AND TRIP OF CHOICE ON YOUR FAVORITE BOAT!
TODAY’S FISH COUNTS: THE PREMIER ON THEIR EXTENDED 1/2 DAY TRIP FISHING MEXICO CAUGHT, 63 ROCKCOD. THE JIG STRIKE CAUGHT 4 LOBSTERS AND RELEASED 94 SHORTS FOR 6 ANGLERS.
THE PREMIER IS RUNNING EXTENDED HALF-DAY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8AM -3PM PASSPORTS REQUIRED $85 INCLUDES MEXICAN PERMIT AND TOURIST VISA. GREAT COUNTS! BOOK NOW!
THE SEA ADVENTURE II IS RUNNING 3/4 DAY TRIPS TO THE CORONADO ISLANDS. THE YELLOWTAIL ARE BITING! PASSPORTS REQUIRED
GREAT WHALE WATCHING! DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY!
2016 PRIVATE CHARTER RATES ARE PUBLISHED! BOOK EARLY TO SECURE THE PRIME DATE AND TRIP OF CHOICE ON YOUR FAVORITE BOAT!
January 16, 2010 was THE most perfect day for a nature, whale watching cruise. MV Bright and Morning Star left the H&M Landing dock at 10:30am with Captain Ben at the wheel and Captain Steve in the galley. Diane and Gaynell were onboard as volunteers from the San Diego Natural History Museum and they were eager to tell the 30 guests making the trip about what they could expect to see on this 6-hour trip through San Diego Bay, out into the Pacific Ocean and offshore to the Los Coronados Islands. It was not very long after we passed the Cabrillo Monument up on the tip of Point Loma and the giant kelp beds just offshore that we noticed a blow on the glassy smooth sea surface. Sure enough, it was our first gray whale sighting of the day. Everyone onboard was on their feet eager to get some good photos. This whale was migrating south, blowing at the surface a few times, fluking and making several shallow dives. We noticed it swim in the direction of the U. S. Navy aircraft carrier Ronald Reagan which was just a little past Buoy One and not moving. Too bad there were only about 3-4 personnel on the carrier deck because all of a sudden the whale breached twice! They may have missed this whale’s version of saying hello, but we certainly didn’t. There were shouts of joy watching this 40-50 foot, 30-40 ton leviathan rise up and splash back down to the surface.
Whew, we’ll say thanks to this whale and continue our journey offshore. Not much longer and what do we see but Common Dolphins leaping and swimming very fast right toward us. Soon we were surrounded by several hundred of them. Many came over to ride the Bright and Morning Star’s bow or to body surf in the wake. They spent a few minutes checking us out before continuing to search for a nice school of fish for their lunch. Another great opportunity to get some great photos of the dolphins, many with small calves.
OK, now we really have to get going, the islands are waiting. As we get closer to South Island we notice how green it looks with the sparse vegetation taking advantage of all of our late December and early January rains. We started seeing cormorants and pelicans flying from rocky outcrops on small bird-occupied islands. The Los Coronados are a Mexico nature reserve where all types of feathered and furred wildlife can be seen. You can fish or dive in the sparkly aquamarine waters around the islands, but as a reserve no one is allowed to anchor and go onshore. Soon we are at a cove where Captain Ben very expertly points our bow toward shore so that we can get some views of numerous pinnepeds. The little harbor seals lift their heads as if to say please don’t disturb us. The California sea lions are all standing up, barking at us just like guard dogs in a backyard. But what are those big brown blobs up onshore that don’t seem to move at all. They are Northern elephant seals taking a rest. We notice one enormous male who is bigger than anything else on the beach. There are also several females tossing sand over their backs; a few of them have small to medium-sized elephant seal pups.
Continuing on our cruise along the shorelines of Middle and North Islands we begin to see just how much bird life there is to see on the islands. We are fortunate today to see both the Black Oystercatcher and the American Oystercatcher making their way along the edges at low tide in search of mussels. The low tide also gives us excellent views of numerous urchins and brightly-colored sea stars all clinging to the rocks until the tide rolls in and they are once again submerged out of view. We see hundreds and hundreds of cormorants, nesting pelicans and gulls and then a really special treat — brown boobies flying out over our heads and then back to their nests where we observe a few fluffy white booby chicks. Even a peregrine falcon put in a special appearance, perched high up a hill. Cameras are just clicking away. Captain Ben told us many pirate stories and some facts about the early history of the islands.
All too soon it was time to start our journey back to San Diego Bay. But, we couldn’t leave the islands without saying adios to four more migrating gray whales, surfacing, blowing and sounding in unison as they continue their journey down to the lagoons on the west coast of Baja. Everybody was ready to kick back, relax, enjoy the light breezes and the beginning of what will certainly be a beautiful sunset. Anyone and everyone, whether a San Diego resident or a welcome visitor, should get out on a cruise, get out in the ocean and see the wondrous wildlife that we are fortunate to have just off our coastline. And get out there NOW. If you only have time for a 3-hour cruise, no problem, the whales are cruising on by. But, if you can manage a 6-hour nature cruise you will be in for a double delight. Happy Whale watching everyone See you out there.
Gaynell
HERE ARE THE FISH COUNTS FOR TODAY: THE PREMIER EXTENDED 1/2 DAY TRIP FISHING IN MEXICO, 25 ANGLERS CAUGHT 105 ROCKCOD AND 1 LINGCOD. THE JIG STRIKE LOBSTER HOOPING CAUGHT 14 LOBSTERS, RELEASED 87 SHORT LOBSTERS FOR 10 HOOPERS.
THE PREMIER IS RUNNING EXTENDED HALF-DAY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8AM -3PM PASSPORTS REQUIRED $85 INCLUDES MEXICAN PERMIT AND TOURIST VISA. GREAT COUNTS! BOOK NOW!
THE SEA ADVENTURE II IS RUNNING 3/4 DAY TRIPS TO THE CORONADO ISLANDS. THE YELLOWTAIL ARE BITING! PASSPORTS REQUIRED
GREAT WHALE WATCHING! DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY!
2016 PRIVATE CHARTER RATES ARE PUBLISHED! BOOK EARLY TO SECURE THE PRIME DATE AND TRIP OF CHOICE ON YOUR FAVORITE BOAT!
THE PREMIER IS RUNNING EXTENDED HALF-DAY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8AM -3PM PASSPORTS REQUIRED $85 INCLUDES MEXICAN PERMIT AND TOURIST VISA. GREAT COUNTS! BOOK NOW!
THE SEA ADVENTURE II IS RUNNING 3/4 DAY TRIPS TO THE CORONADO ISLANDS. THE YELLOWTAIL ARE BITING! PASSPORTS REQUIRED
GREAT WHALE WATCHING! DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY!
2016 PRIVATE CHARTER RATES ARE PUBLISHED! BOOK EARLY TO SECURE THE PRIME DATE AND TRIP OF CHOICE ON YOUR FAVORITE BOAT!
