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Join Yaquina Bay Charters for a thrilling 12-hour Albacore Tuna fishing trip off Oregon’s coast. Enjoy expert guidance, fast boats, and the chance to catch up to 25 tuna per person on this private, small-group adventure.
Join Yaquina Bay Charters for a thrilling 12-hour Albacore Tuna fishing trip off Oregon’s coast. Enjoy expert guidance, fast boats, and the chance to catch up to 25 tuna per person on this private, small-group adventure.
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Operated by Yaquina Bay Charters · Newport, Oregon
moderate.
12 hours.
Participants should have moderate endurance to handle a full day standing or moving on a boat in varying sea conditions.
No prior experience is needed; the crew provides guidance suitable for beginners and seasoned anglers alike.
The price covers the boat ride, fishing gear, expert instruction, bait, and fish cleaning services.
Guests are encouraged to bring their own food and drinks, as meals are not typically provided during the 12-hour charter.
Bring layered clothing, sunscreen, a hat, water, snacks, and any personal seasickness remedies.
Yes, you can keep your catch up to the legal limits; the crew can help with cleaning and packaging your fish.
Yaquina Bay Charters maintains strict safety standards including life jackets, experienced captains, and regular weather monitoring.
Newport has a rich fishing heritage, dating back to its founding as a commercial fishing port in the late 1800s.
Yaquina Bay Charters practices sustainable fishing by adhering to catch limits and promoting awareness of marine ecosystem health.
Yaquina Bay Charters operates out of Newport, Oregon, offering a diverse range of guided fishing and marine tours from short half-day trips to extended offshore expeditions. The fleet includes vessels set up for family outings, private charters, and small-group adventures, and the company runs targeted trips for Albacore tuna, Pacific halibut, rockfish, lingcod, black cod, and flatfish. Anglers receive individual rods on many trips, and boats accommodate up to 12 anglers on select offshore excursions to balance comfort with fishing capacity. In addition to sport fishing, Yaquina Bay Charters runs wildlife and sightseeing cruises such as a Yaquina Head Lighthouse tour and whale-watching trips aboard the Umatilla II, offering chances to see sea birds, sea lions, harbor porpoises, and migrating grey whales. The operator also provides specialized offerings including ash scattering ceremonies by private charter and combined crabbing options on select trips. Trips vary in length from short half-day outings for flatfish to full 8- to 12-hour offshore excursions for tuna, halibut, and black cod. Private charters are available for personalized itineraries and family events. With experienced captains familiar with local reefs and offshore grounds, a range of targeted species, and a clear focus on safety and personalized experiences, Yaquina Bay Charters is a trusted choice for anglers and visitors seeking authentic fishing and marine experiences from Newport’s working waterfront. Bookings include licensed crew, modern safety equipment, and local knowledge of seasonal fishing patterns to maximize catch opportunities and comfort for families, first-time anglers, and experienced fishermen alike and guests.
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