Top Types of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Fishing Trips
Recent Reviews
Raul and Captain Pepe were awesome! Captain Pepe is one of the best fishermen I've ever fished with and often fishes in large tournaments. We caught a marlin and mahi-mahi and later got the mahi-mahi prepared to eat at a restaurant. The only critique is Captain Pepe's English wasn't very good if you weren't talking about fishing, but regardless he knew everything there is to know about fishing. Highly recommend.
Nicolas P. with Raul Solis of Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur
Captain Casey was very professional and knowledgeable. His 2 crew were very experienced, and his boat is a fishing machine. On our full day charter we experienced bad weather and had to cut the trip short. A minor leak in a tranny hose kept us from traveling at full speed on our return to the marina, so it took a little longer than expected. Casey offered us a free half day trip the following day, which i thought was a very professional way to handle this. Based on our short time in Cabo we couldnt take him up on this, so he reduced my fee to a half day charter. Again a very professional way to handle this. We didnt catch the fish we hoped for, but i have no issues with booking with Casey on my next trip to Cabo.
Dave E. with Casey Carter of Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur
Having fished all over North America, I can say without a doubt that this was the easiest & most successful fishing venture I've ever been on! The awesome staff at Captain Experiences helped me understand which charter out of Cabo would be best for my group, and Captain Raul & his team led by Captain Pepe over delivered! We caught plenty of fish including some massive yellowtails, spent the sunrise watching enormous whales breach the surface, and wrapped up the day with some fresh sashimi from our catch. We had first-time fishers and lifelong anglers on the boat and everyone left in fantastic spirits! Looking forward to doing it all again on our next trip to Cabo!
Graham H. with Raul Solis of Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur
Easy process! We didn’t get on any striped marlin but the outfitter was professional and worked hard. Great first experience with Captain Experiences!
Scott E. with Raul Solis of Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur
Everything You Need to Know About Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Fishing
Cabo San Lucas Fishing Charters
Cabo is located at the very tip of the Baja California Peninsula, which puts it in a perfect spot for sport fishing. Cabo has to be one of the most unique places to wet a line. Desert and rock cliffs rise out of the deep blue water, it's like fishing on another planet. Just offshore is a massive dropoff where water depths reach over 1,200 feet. Nowhere else on Earth can you target Sailfish, Marlin, Tuna, Mahi-Mahi, and other pelagic beasts after just a short boat ride. Fishing charters in Cabo are typically run on flybridge sportfishing boats, equipped with all the amenities you need to stay comfortable on long fishing trips.
Whether you're on family vacation, or traveling specifically for the unmatched fishing, our Damn Good Guides have you covered when fishing in Cabo.
Cabo San Lucas Deep Sea Fishing
Looking at Cabo's location on a map, it's not hard to understand why it's one of the best fishing destinations on the planet. Situated at the very tip of the Baja Peninsula, Cabo is surrounded by water on 3 sides. The mouth of the California Gulf makes up the western waters, while the North Pacific Ocean surrounds Cabo to the south and east.
It's very rare to have a destination that's located so close to the continental slope as Cabo is. Essentially, you can get to very deep fishing waters very quickly. Typically, reaching bluewater fishing grounds takes hours depending on where you embark. Not in Cabo. World-class pelagic species like Blue and Striped Marlin, Yellowfin and Bluefin Tuna, Wahoo, and Mahi-Mahi are just a short hop away.
Cabo's consistently warm weather means something is always in season. There are plenty of fishing charter options for the experienced angler, the newbie, and everyone in between. Catching something is guaranteed, the only question is how big!
Cabo Nearshore Fishing Charters
Not to be overlooked are the nearshore waters that surround Cabo. The seafloor structure just minutes from port is home to many bucket list species, with the most sought after being the Roosterfish. Named for their 7 long dorsal spines that resemble a rooster's comb. The strange-looking Roosterfish is sought after by all serious saltwater anglers. The average weight of these trophies is around 20 pounds, but they've been recorded at over 5 feet long and 120 pounds.
The productive nearshore waters off Cabo are home to many other species as well. Cubera Snapper is the largest of all the snappers species and a prominent Cabo resident with peak fishing opportunities from April to September. Wahoo and Mahi-Mahi can be found chasing bait in shallow water during the summer and fall, and the delicious Yellowtail is found in Cabo year-round.
Book a Cabo San Lucas Fishing Charter Trip Today!
The charter fleet in Cabo is extensive, with plenty of modern boats equipped with all the bells and whistles needed to create the perfect fishing experience. Planning a fishing trip in Cabo has never been easier. What are you waiting for? Book the Cabo fishing charter of a lifetime today with Captain Experiences!