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26ft Mako Half Day

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31 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,700
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30 ft 1 - 4 People From $850
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Everything to Know About Booking a Mexico live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Mexico?

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Mexico with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 80 live bait fishing trips in Mexico, and the most popular trips in the area are 26ft Mako Half Day guided by Jaime, Loreto Mexico Panga Fishing Trip guided by Francisco, and Inshore Fishing PV 4-6 Hrs guided by Steve.

Our guides in Mexico are rated a 4.69 out of 5 based on 7228 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Mexico? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Mexico.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Mexico?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Mexico as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Mexico are: 1. mahi mahi, 2. sailfish, 3. roosterfish, 4. yellowfin tuna, and 5. blue marlin.

How much do Mexico live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Mexico can range anywhere from about $650 to $3,200, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Mexico is $1,432. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Mexico is $1,993.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a live bait fishing charter in Mexico?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Mexico is spring, and most anglers book their trips 41 days in advance.

Do I need a Mexico fishing license and what are the bag limits in Mexico?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Mexico, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Mexico. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Mexico.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Manuel and Manuel Jr were great! Very friendly, informed and professional. Kept a neat comfortable boat and put us on the fish early. Came home with 3 nice Mahi/dorado and a yellowfin tuna. Definitely would recommend and will return to fish with them if I get back to Cabo.

    Michael P. | May 10, 2026

    Trip: Cabo Offshore Drag-Ripper

  • ★★★★★
    Luis and crew were amazing, from the moment we left the dock they made sure we had snacks and drinks and we were on our way fishing! 15 min into trip we hooked a Mahi Mahi and then it slowed but Luis and his crew didn’t give up. They were changing lures and doing everything they can to get us on the fish. We were not far from marina on our way back and hooked into a Marlin! Checked all the boxes for us on the trip and highly recommended the Blue Marlin boat.

    Chase G. | April 11, 2026

    Trip: Cabo Offshore Drag-Ripper

  • ★★★★★
    Great boat crew and captain!

    Curtis B. | April 1, 2026

    Trip: Deep Sea Fishing Big Catches - A/C

  • ★★★★★
    Had an amazing time, looking forward to going again. The Mahi Ceviche was incredible and such an awesome treat after all the work to get it on board!!

    Matthew B. | March 30, 2026

    Trip: Big Fish Game 11 Passengers 41ft

  • ★★★★★
    Pulled up more fish than we knew what to do with, great fun and Brad and Chiki were super helpful. Sorry about the popper we lost!🙏

    Isaac G. | March 27, 2026

    Trip: Best Damn Fishing In San Carlos

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