Welcome to Carolena Charters!
For years, Yacht Carolena has been Southern California's premier charter experience, dedicated to making every trip unforgettable. Our motto is simple: “It's all about your experience.”
Each charter is fully customized to your preferences—whether it's breathtaking Channel Islands sightseeing, marine life adventures for the whole family, or exceptional fishing trips tailored for both novice and experienced anglers.
Our local waters are home to a variety of fish, including halibut, white sea bass, yellowtail, tuna, rockfish, and lobster. If you prefer sightseeing, explore the stunning Channel Islands and encounter sea otters, whales, dolphins, seals, and more in their natural habitat.
With Southern California's finest captains and crew, decades of experience, and a luxurious 70-foot yacht, we take great pride in offering top-tier service. Join us for a day or multi-day adventure aboard the Carolena and create memories that will last a lifetime.
“It's all about you and your experience on the open ocean.”
See What Makes Us Southern California's Premier Charter
Charters
Fishing at the Channel Islands
Family Outing to the Channel Islands
Kids' Day: Exploring & Fishing
Couples' Coastal & Island Getaway
Tuna & Large Game Fishing
Specialty Swordfish & Marlin Fishing
Bucket List Adventures
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The Sea Is Heaven on Earth
An old sailor whispered low and true,
"The sea is heaven, a world brand new."
With winds that dance and waves that sigh,
Beneath the endless, open sky.
The boat drifts soft, the past unwinds,
The shore grows faint, left far behind.
A golden glow, the sunlight gleams,
The sea's embrace, a place of dreams.
Seagulls soar and dolphins glide,
As time slows down with every tide.
No worries here, no weight, no chains,
Just ocean blue and salt-kissed rain.
Each day it changes, yet stays the same,
A boundless world, a whispered name.
For those who wander, lost or free,
The sea will always call to thee.
So thank you, ocean, deep and wide,
For peace that floats with every tide.
If heaven lives beyond the earth,
Then surely here, it finds its worth.
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My family had an absolutely great time on the Carolena. Once you board the yacht, right away the crew which is 1st class all the way make you feel right at home. The best thing about it is they gave us so many options as to what we wanted to to do. The channel islands were absolutely gorgeous. Our family thanks you for a great day on the ocean. A trip we will remember for a life time.
-VanDyke family
Thank you so much to the crew of the Carolena for an epic fishing trip. This yacht and captains are pure class and work 24 hours a day to find you fish. We came home with 21 bluefin tuna and all 6 guys got there personal best from 150lb to 229 lbs.Once you fish on the Carolena you will never charter another boat. Friendly great family atmosphere. Highly recommended to all.
- Vinney
Thank you Carolenacharters for a great family trip. Our kids loved the islands and especially the sea otters and dolphins.Both of our kids caught there 1st fish. So exciting. Felt right at home once on the yacht. Our kids still talk about it.
- Thank you, Janece
My self and some other Navy and Marine guys have been out on the Carolena 5 different times and going again in a month. Fishing was epic for yellowtail, calico bass, halibut, Capt Bryce and capt Eric are awesome guys and really know how to put you on fish. See you guys soon.
- Garrett
We took a couples trip out to the islands for a day. What a yacht and crew. Saw whales, dolphins, and so much more. Nothing like a gorgeous sunset,glass of wine at Santa Cruz island. Very relaxing and first class.
- Thank you Carolena, Susan