Is Cabo San Lucas Fishing Worth It?

Fishing in Cabo San Lucas has soared in popularity over the last few decades, with enthusiasts flocking here from all corners of the globe. The reason? Cabo is located in a unique area of the Mexican Pacific, which is home to both a variety of incredible game fish as well as some really great year-round weather.

Few other places in the Western Hemisphere can boast such high rates for successful fishing trips, where, for example, catching a Blue Marlin during the right season is as high as 67% on just one fishing charter trip! Not only this, however we can also find many other exotic species here such as the Dorado, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Mako Sharks and of course the Striped Marlin.

The quality of service during fishing trips in Cabo is also very good. When booking a Cabo charter trip with us here at Boats Baja, you will have expert guidance every step of the way, where we will also use the most advanced fish-finding equipment to guarantee your dream catches. We also offer flexibility with our trips too, where you can choose between a half-day, full-day or multi-day trip, as well as between a shared or private fishing charter.

When Is The Best Month To Visit Cabo San Lucas For Fishing?

One of the biggest questions we get asked about fishing in Cabo is if there is a best month. The truth is that all months are great and offer something unique, although there’s definitely differences in certain seasons. Let’s explore these differences now below.

The Dry Season Of Cabo San Lucas

First we have the dry season, which begins in November and lasts until May. It’s the most popular time to visit Cabo given rainfall is at its very lowest for the year, so is ideal for hitting the beaches and enjoying the livelier atmosphere.

When it comes to fishing in the dry season, we can enjoy great, reliable weather whilst being able to fish for various exotic fish species. This includes Striped Marlin, Mackerel and Mako Sharks. While they can be caught year-round, these particular months are the very best for these specific species.

It’s important to note that Cabo as a whole is a lot busier during these months, so we can expect prices for flights and accommodation to increase (especially around the Christmas Holidays and the Semana Santa in April). You can learn more about how much a trip to Cabo usually costs, and how prices can vary depending on the year.

The Wet Season Of Cabo San Lucas

Next we have the wet season for Cabo, which picks-up in June and lasts until late October. Whilst rainy seasons are usually much wetter in Mexico, Cabo does of course see more showers – however these are still pretty light and are often over quickly in comparison with places like Cancun and Puerto Vallarta.

This is by far the best time to head to Cabo for fishing, as well as enjoying the city with less crowds around. This season is the very best for heading out and reeling in top game fish such as the Blue Marlin and Black Marlin, as well as others such as Dorado, Wahoo and the Yellowfin Tuna.

Given Cabo San Lucas is much quieter in this season (especially the latter months), costs will be cheaper and not as inflated as they can become in the dry season. It’s also much easier to book a spontaneous trip in these months and still pay a good rate for flights and accommodation.

Do You Need Experience To Head On A Cabo San Lucas Fishing Trip?

The great thing about heading on a Cabo San Lucas fishing trip, is that you don’t necessarily need to have lots of experience to enjoy a trip here.

Conditions can be much more relaxed closer to the coast of Baja California Sur, which is ideal for beginners who want to enjoy their first ever fishing trip here. When heading on a Cabo fishing charter with us, you’ll also have our expert team who will walk you through everything you need to know step by step, as well as having the very best equipment and features available too.

Of course having said that, if you are already an experienced pro and want to enjoy a more challenging or specific type of fishing trip, this is certainly possible too. You can also hire a deep sea fishing Cabo charter and head much further out, where conditions are more difficult but also more ideal for catching larger game fish like Blue Marlin and Wahoo.

So overall, experience isn’t mandatory if you want to come and fish in the memorable waters of Cabo and the Mexican Pacific. Whilst you will need some patience and a good attitude when heading out on a fisher charter trip, everything else will be taken care of for you by our experienced team.

How To Choose The Right Cabo San Lucas Fishing Charter Company

Once you’ve decided to head to Cabo San Lucas and head on a fishing trip (or even if you are still considering it), your next step either way will be to find a reputable fishing charter company to plan your trip with.

Whilst there are many different providers in and around Cabo San Lucas, it’s important to make sure they are experienced, have top-of-the-range boats and equipment, as well as flexibility for your trip. This way you’ll have the most memorable and relaxing experience possible, whilst also getting to tailor and customise it exactly as you need to.

When booking a Cabo San Lucas fishing trip with Boats Baja, you’ll be in the very best hands for your trip. Not only do we use the highest quality boats and most advanced fish-finding technology, you’ll also have our expert staff on-board and before to help you with any questions or queries that you may have.

Getting To Cabo San Lucas & Preparing For Your Fishing Trip

Thankfully, getting to Cabo San Lucas is very easy, with the Los Cabos International Airport just a 30 minute drive or taxi ride away. This is one of Mexico’s best-connected airports, where multiple flights arrive from both the USA and abroad on a daily basis.

Once you’ve booked your Cabo San Lucas fishing tour with us, we’ll handle the process entirely from here and will let you know where and when to meet. This is the same for all half-day, full-day or multi-day fishing tours – meaning you can relax and enjoy the sights around Cabo before we meet up to go fishing. We’ll also let you know what conditions will be like on the day we head out, and how to best dress and get prepared for an epic day of fishing out on the Mexican Pacific.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cabo San Lucas Fishing

Below we’ll now answer some of the frequent questions we get about Cabo San Lucas fishing, as well as anything else important that you need to know.

What Type Of Fish Do You Catch In Cabo San Lucas?

Cabo is well known for its diverse range of marine wildlife and prized catches. This includes the Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, Wahoo, Dorado, Sailfish and Pacific Bonito. However it’s also one of the best places for catching giant fishes too, and holds the current record for Pacific Jack, White Seabass and Skipjack Tuna.

What Are The Odds Of Catching A Marlin In Cabo?

The odds are very high for catching a Marlin during your Cabo San Lucas fishing trip. Odds are reportedly 0.6 per trip, but some charters have caught dozens in just one outing before. Remember that certain factors can help boost your odds, such as visiting in peak season for the species that you most want to reel in (between July and October for Blue and Black Marlins, and from December until April for Striped Marlin).

How Far Offshore Do You Fish In Cabo?

Fishing can begin as close as just 1km from the coast, and as far as 40km for deep-sea fishing trips. However this distance will mainly depend on your experience level, as well as the type of fish you’re looking to reel in. For example, Marlin are best found some 5-40 miles out, Dorado 5-25 miles out and Wahoo 10-40 miles out.

Overview Of Cabo San Lucas Fishing

And that’s all for this comprehensive guide on how to plan your own Cabo San Lucas fishing trip.

Known as one of the best fishing destinations on the planet, there’s nothing quite like fishing in Cabo San Lucas. The unofficial Marlin capital, there’s great odds of reeling in this prized game fish – and it’s also likely you can catch other incredible fish too like the Dorado, Wahoo and Sailfish.

Are you ready for the most epic fishing experience possible? Book your Cabo fishing trip with us today, where we have the highest state-of-the-art fishing charter and fish-finding technology. Our staff are also experts in this area of the Mexican Pacific, so it’s safe to say you’ll have the best chance of landing what you’re after with us here at Boats Baja.