Meet The Owners!
John Mayer and Mat Arcoleo came together to buy the historic Randy’s Fishing Trips in 2017 and transformed the company into what it is today. They both share a passion for working out on the water and this has been a lifelong dream for them both. They are also both licensed Captains and frequently run whale watching trips.

Name: John Mayer
Years on the ocean: 23 years
Hometown: Pacific Grove CA
Specialty: Captain & Co-owner
Favorite Hobby: Motocross
Name: Mathew Arcoleo
Years on the ocean: 30 years
Hometown: Monterey CA
Specialty: Captain & Co-owner
Favorite Hobby: “If I’m not fishing – I’m golfing.”
Experienced Captains
Our whale watch captains have been working in the Monterey whale watching industry for years. They know the features of the bay and are able to anticipate the most likely locations for whale sightings. They are committed to ensuring passenger safety on board and strive to make the trip as comfortable as possible as well. We know that getting good views of whales and lining up the boat for photography are essential to having a good trip. Our captains love what they do and it shows!