Is Cabo San Lucas good for fly fishing?

Yes. The Sea of Cortez and the Pacific meet at the Cape, so there is fly water year-round — calm Sea of Cortez mornings for sight-casting on the beaches, and warm-water offshore seasons for pelagic species. Results always depend on season, bait and conditions.

What fish can you catch fly fishing in Cabo?

Common fly targets include roosterfish, jack crevalle, sierra, snapper and yellowtail inshore, plus dorado and, for advanced anglers, yellowfin tuna offshore when fish and bait are within range.

What is the best time of year to fly fish in Cabo San Lucas?

May through October is prime time for roosterfish in the surf zone and for dorado offshore. November through April is cooler and cleaner, which suits sierra, jack crevalle and yellowtail closer to shore.

Can you fly fish for roosterfish in Cabo?

Yes. Roosterfish are one of the signature fly targets in Baja. We sight-cast to them along the beaches from the panga and, when conditions are right, along the coastline toward the East Cape. All roosterfish are released.

Do I need to bring my own fly fishing equipment?

No. Quality fly-fishing equipment is available when arranged in advance. Many experienced anglers prefer to bring their own rods and reels, and our guides are happy to advise on setups for Cabo's fish and wind.

Can beginners book a guided fly fishing trip?

Yes. Every trip is customized to the angler's experience level, and your guide will adjust the fishing style, location and technique to suit you.

Do you offer both inshore and offshore fly fishing charters?

Yes. We run inshore fly fishing from pangas along the beaches and coastline, East Cape trips when conditions allow, and offshore fly fishing aboard center consoles and sportfishing boats.

How much does a fly fishing charter in Cabo cost?

Guided shore fly fishing starts from $450 USD per angler, private shore fly fishing is $900 USD for up to 2 anglers, and 25ft panga fly fishing is $700 USD for a full day (8 hours). Center consoles and offshore fly charters are quoted by group size, target species and conditions.

Private guided fly fishing

Fly Fishing Charters in Cabo San Lucas

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Experience private fly fishing charters in Cabo San Lucas with Tag Cabo Sportfishing. Our local guides build each trip around the species, season and style of fishing you want — from sight-casting roosterfish and jack crevalle along Baja's beaches to targeting dorado and other pelagic gamefish offshore.

Choose a panga for technical inshore fly fishing, explore productive Baja coastline and East Cape waters, or take one of our larger fishing boats offshore for bluewater fly fishing. Quality fly-fishing equipment is available, and every trip is customized around current fishing conditions and the angler's experience level.

There are only a few places in the world with sunrises like the ones at the Cape of Cabo San Lucas. The harbor comes alive with anticipation as the sun breaks the horizon — birds circling, sea lions barking, dolphins gliding alongside as you head east for your fly fishing trip.

Home to rays, sharks, roosterfish and mahi-mahi, Cabo offers world-class fly water. Our crew takes you to the best spots with a complete fly fishing package built around how you like to fish.

Choose Your Cabo Fly Fishing Experience

Inshore Fly Fishing

Panga-based and small-boat fishing along Cabo's beaches, rocky coastline and productive inshore waters. Target species can include roosterfish, jack crevalle, sierra, snapper and other hard-fighting Baja gamefish.

Ideal for anglers interested in sight-casting, technical presentations and fishing close to shore.

East Cape Fly Fishing

Explore productive Baja coastline and beaches toward the East Cape when fishing conditions are appropriate.

These waters can provide excellent opportunities for roosterfish, jacks and other inshore species, with sight-casting opportunities depending on season, bait and conditions.

Offshore Fly Fishing

Head offshore aboard one of our center consoles or sportfishing boats for opportunities to target dorado, yellowfin tuna and other pelagic gamefish on fly when conditions allow.

This experience is designed for anglers interested in combining Cabo's offshore fishery with saltwater fly-fishing techniques.

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Cabo Fly Fishing Charter Rates

Guided Shore Fly Fishing

From $450 USD per angler

Private Shore Fly Fishing

$900 USD for up to 2 anglers

25ft Panga Fly Fishing

$700 USD — Full Day / 8 Hours

Larger center consoles and offshore fly-fishing charters are also available depending on group size, target species and current fishing conditions. Contact Tag Cabo for recommendations based on the type of fly fishing you want to experience.

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What's Included With Your Fly Fishing Charter

Experienced local fishing guide
Fly-fishing equipment when arranged
Boat and captain for boat-based trips
Live bait when appropriate for the fishing strategy
Drinking water
Ice
Personalized fishing strategy based on season and current conditions

What Can You Catch Fly Fishing in Cabo?

Roosterfish: One of Baja's iconic inshore gamefish and a highly prized target for saltwater fly anglers.
Jack Crevalle: Aggressive, powerful and excellent for sight-casting and inshore fly fishing.
Dorado: A spectacular offshore fly target when warm water, bait and dorado move through Cabo waters.
Sierra Mackerel: A fast, aggressive inshore species commonly encountered during cooler periods.
Snapper: Available around rocky structure, reefs and productive coastal areas.
Yellowtail: A powerful seasonal gamefish encountered during cooler-water conditions.
Yellowfin Tuna: An advanced offshore fly-fishing opportunity when tuna and bait are within practical range.

Why Fly Fish Cabo With Tag Cabo Sportfishing?

A Cabo-based fishing operation, fishing Cabo and Baja since 2009
Local knowledge of Baja waters, from the Cabo beaches to the East Cape
Pangas, center consoles and offshore sportfishing boats
Inshore, coastal and bluewater fishing options
Quality fishing equipment
Strategy built on current bait, season, water conditions and target species
Experience targeting Baja gamefish such as roosterfish, dorado and yellowfin tuna

Make your fly fishing trip unique

Every trip is different. Our seasoned guides design the day around your goals, whether that's sight-casting the beach or working bluewater with a 12-weight.

Cabo has long been one of the top fishing grounds in the world, producing hundreds of world-record catches.

Gear and boats

Top-quality fly rods, reels and lines available
Pangas for shoreline sight-casting
Larger sportfishers and yachts for bluewater fly work
GPS, fishfinder and nautical charts on every boat

Fly fishing Cabo San Lucas: seasons, water and access

Fly fishing Cabo San Lucas works year-round because two bodies of water meet at the Cape. The Sea of Cortez side gives calm mornings for sight-casting roosterfish and jacks off the sand, while the Pacific side turns on for dorado, tuna and skipjack once the water warms.

May through October is prime time for roosterfish in the surf zone and for dorado on a 10 to 12-weight offshore. November through April is cooler and cleaner, ideal for sierra, jack crevalle and yellowtail closer in.

We launch from the Cabo San Lucas marina and can run a panga along the beaches, an East Cape 4x4 shoreline day, or a full bluewater fly session on one of our sportfishers.

Cabo Fly Fishing FAQ

Is Cabo San Lucas good for fly fishing?: Yes. The Sea of Cortez and the Pacific meet at the Cape, so there is fly water year-round — calm Sea of Cortez mornings for sight-casting on the beaches, and warm-water offshore seasons for pelagic species. Results always depend on season, bait and conditions.
What fish can you catch fly fishing in Cabo?: Common fly targets include roosterfish, jack crevalle, sierra, snapper and yellowtail inshore, plus dorado and, for advanced anglers, yellowfin tuna offshore when fish and bait are within range.
What is the best time of year to fly fish in Cabo San Lucas?: May through October is prime time for roosterfish in the surf zone and for dorado offshore. November through April is cooler and cleaner, which suits sierra, jack crevalle and yellowtail closer to shore.
Can you fly fish for roosterfish in Cabo?: Yes. Roosterfish are one of the signature fly targets in Baja. We sight-cast to them along the beaches from the panga and, when conditions are right, along the coastline toward the East Cape. All roosterfish are released.
Do I need to bring my own fly fishing equipment?: No. Quality fly-fishing equipment is available when arranged in advance. Many experienced anglers prefer to bring their own rods and reels, and our guides are happy to advise on setups for Cabo's fish and wind.
Can beginners book a guided fly fishing trip?: Yes. Every trip is customized to the angler's experience level, and your guide will adjust the fishing style, location and technique to suit you.
Do you offer both inshore and offshore fly fishing charters?: Yes. We run inshore fly fishing from pangas along the beaches and coastline, East Cape trips when conditions allow, and offshore fly fishing aboard center consoles and sportfishing boats.
How much does a fly fishing charter in Cabo cost?: Guided shore fly fishing starts from $450 USD per angler, private shore fly fishing is $900 USD for up to 2 anglers, and 25ft panga fly fishing is $700 USD for a full day (8 hours). Center consoles and offshore fly charters are quoted by group size, target species and conditions.