Fishing in Cabo San Lucas: Complete 2025 Guide by Tag Cabo Sportfishing

Welcome to the sportfishing capital of the world — Cabo San Lucas. Whether you’re chasing trophy marlin offshore, casting for roosterfish inshore, or exploring hidden spots only locals know, fishing in Cabo San Lucas is a world-class experience for anglers of all levels.

At Tag Cabo Sportfishing, we offer fully customizable trips, expert guides, and one of the most diverse fishing fleets in Baja California Sur. This 2025 guide breaks down everything you need to know to plan your ultimate Cabo fishing adventure.

Fishing in Cabo San Lucas

🎣 Why Fish in Cabo San Lucas?

  • 🌊 Located at the junction of the Pacific Ocean and Sea of Cortez
  • 🎯 Home to marlin, tuna, dorado, roosterfish, snapper, wahoo, and more
  • 🏆 Host of world-famous tournaments like the Bisbee’s Black & Blue
  • 🌤️ 300+ days of sunshine per year
  • 🚤 Deep water just minutes from the marina – no long runs

🎯 What Can You Catch in Cabo?

Cabo offers year-round action with seasonal peaks. Here’s what you can expect:

Pelagic Species (Offshore)

  • Striped, Blue & Black Marlin
  • Yellowfin Tuna
  • Wahoo
  • Sailfish
  • Dorado (Mahi-Mahi)

🧭 Explore our updated 2025 Offshore Fishing Guide

Inshore Species

  • Roosterfish
  • Snapper (Cubera, Dogtooth)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Sierra Mackerel
  • Grouper

🧭 Check out our Ultimate Inshore Fishing Guide


📍 Best Fishing Spots in Cabo San Lucas

  • Golden Gate Bank – Marlin magnet just 15 miles out
  • Gordo Banks – Great for tuna and wahoo
  • Chileno Bay & Palmilla – Inshore haven for roosterfish and snapper
  • Lands End & El Arco – Iconic and productive

Want to go further? We also offer multi-day trips to places like Mag Bay, La Paz, and Islas Marías.

🧭 Read about our overnight fishing adventures


⚓ Types of Fishing Charters We Offer

At Tag Cabo Sportfishing, we match the trip to your goals:

✅ Half-Day & Full-Day Trips

Perfect for casual anglers, families, or first-timers.

✅ Inshore & Offshore Specialties

Choose your target — roosters or marlin, your call.

✅ Fly Fishing, Jigging, & Kayak Trips

Guided and fully equipped. Unique experiences tailored to your style.

🧭 Discover kayak jigging in Cabo
🧭 Browse our fly fishing experiences

✅ Overnight & Multi-Day Luxury Trips

Sleep onboard in comfort, chase fish at sunrise, and explore remote hotspots.

🧭 Experience our 98ft luxury Baratucci yacht


🕒 Best Time for Fishing in Cabo

Here’s what you can expect by season:

MonthWhat’s Hot
Jan–MarStriped marlin, sierra, grouper
Apr–JunTuna, roosterfish, jack crevalle
Jul–SepWahoo, dorado, snapper
Oct–NovBlue/black marlin, tuna (peak season!)
DecDorado, wahoo, early striped marlin

🧭 Check the full Cabo Fishing Calendar


💡 Cabo Fishing Tips from Our Captains

🎣 Book early in peak season (October–November)
🎣 Use circle hooks for better catch-and-release
🎣 Bring polarized sunglasses and sun protection
🎣 Let your captain know your goals — we’ll customize the trip
🎣 Catch & release billfish to support conservation


🛥️ Our Fleet & Equipment

From our 31ft Bertram to our 98ft Baratucci overnight yacht, all vessels are equipped with:

  • Shimano/ Simrad
  • Tuna tubes, outriggers, sonar & GPS
  • Live bait tanks
  • Experienced, bilingual crews
  • Licensed captains with over 15 years on Cabo waters
Fishing in Cabo San lucas

⭐ What Sets Tag Cabo Sportfishing Apart?

  • 🎣 Decades of local fishing experience
  • 🧭 Personalized, tech-powered trips using SatFish & sonar
  • 🏝️ Customizable luxury packages for families, pros, and corporate groups
  • ⭐ 4.9/5 Google Reviews – 200+ happy anglers and counting
  • 💬 Bilingual customer support before, during, and after your trip

📞 Ready to Book Your Cabo Fishing Trip?

Call us at +52 624 168 9544 or email us at tagsportfishing@gmail.com

Let’s get you on the water. Whether you’re chasing your first marlin or planning a multi-day fishing expedition, our team will make it seamless.

✅ All trips include gear, drinks, snacks, and expert crew
✅ Private round-trip transportation available
✅ Gratuity not included (15% recommended)

👉 Contact us today to check availability
📍 Departures daily from Cabo San Lucas Marina, San Jose Del Cabo or La Paz.


Tight Lines & Big Fights Await

Fishing in Cabo San Lucas is more than just a trip — it’s an unforgettable experience. At Tag Cabo Sportfishing, we’re proud to deliver world-class charters with local heart. Let’s go fishing.