Fishing Info & Rates
Seasons, species, methods and sample rates
Everything you need to choose the right trip.
Fishing in Los Cabos is productive year-round when conditions are right. Our captains choose spots and techniques based on sea temperature, live bait availability and current patterns to maximize your chance of success. Below you’ll find seasonal targets, how we fish them, our typical charter schedules, and sample starting rates.
Striped Marlin
Season: All year round; best in summer and fall.
Notes: Many anglers prefer catch & release for marlin.
How we fish: Teasers, lures, ballyhoo, Sea Witch ballyhoo and live bait (caballito, mackerel, bullito, skipjack).
Yellowfin Tuna
Season: Found year-round; prime on porpoise and local banks from August–December.
How we fish: Drifting or slow trolling with sardines, skipjack, bullito, mackerel, caballito, chunks, squid or poppers.
Wahoo
Season: Typically August–January on local banks.
How we fish: Fast trolling with Rapalas or Sea Witch ballyhoo; also slow trolling with live bait.
Mahi-Mahi / Dorado
Season: June–January in local banks.
How we fish: Trolling with lures, Sea Witch ballyhoo, ballyhoo; slow trolling sardines, caballito, bullito, chiwili, mackerel.
Sailfish
Season: Present year-round but currently less common; mostly catch & release.
How we fish: Trolling with teaser lures and ballyhoo.
Yellowtail (Seriola)
Season: Best March–May (but limited numbers).
How we fish: Jigging and bottom baiting.
Bottom Fish
Season: April–November.
How we fish: Jigging and bottom bait (green jacks, sardines, chiwili, bullito, mackerel, skipjack chunks).
Other Nearshore / Inshore Targets
Season: January–June (prime for roosterfish and Jack Crevalle).
How we fish: Live bait (sardines, mullet, caballito) or trolling Rapalas; typically catch & release and regarded more as sport than table fish.
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The Best Fishing Spots In Los Cabos
Our charters take you to top fishing spots in Los Cabos, including Inner and Outer Gordo Banks, Zacatitos, Shipwrecks, La Fortuna, 25 Bank, Imán Bank, San Luis Bank, Vinorama Bank, and Farito. These prime locations, just 15-30 miles offshore, are known for marlin, dorado, tuna, wahoo and bottom fish. There’s no shortage of spots to test your skills!
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How We Fish
We tailor each trip to your goals — whether you want a family day, a light-tackle sunset, or a trophy offshore run. Our techniques include:
Trolling — Lures & Rapalas
Fast-moving presentation using lures and Rapalas to attract pelagics across open water. Great for wahoo, mahi and tuna when fish are feeding on the surface.
Slow Trolling & Live-Bait Drift
Gentle drifting or slow-trolling with live bait (caballito, sardines, skipjack) to tempt finicky or suspended fish — excellent for yellowfin and dorado.
Jigging & Bottom Bait
Vertical jigging and bottom-bait techniques over reefs and structure to target snapper, grouper and amberjack. Powerful, close-quarters fights.
Teasers & Spreader Bars
Surface teasers and spreader bars create explosive strikes from marlin and sailfish — used to provoke aggressive surface hits before the lure is presented.
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Charter Schedules
Typical schedule: Morning departures usually start at 6:00 AM (sometimes 5:30 AM for early tides) and return around noon for half-day trips; full-day trips return mid- to late-afternoon. Afternoon and sunset trips are available when conditions are favorable.
Bring: sunscreen, hat, light layers, motion-sickness medication taken 1–2 hours before departure (if needed), camera/phone (waterproof case recommended), valid ID. You can bring your own tackle if you prefer.
Onboard: captain & mate, rods & reels, standard tackle, common baits, safety gear, ice for catches, light snacks and water.
Vacuum Sealing & Fillet Service: We fillet, vacuum-seal and freeze your catch for travel. The service is handled by Pablo Jr at our marina fillet station and costs $2 USD per pound for vacuum packing. We will arrange pickup/delivery prior to your departure.
Safety & Weather Policy: Safety is our top priority. All boats carry life jackets, communication equipment and first aid kits. The captain will cancel a trip if sea conditions are unsafe — in that case we offer a full refund or rebooking.