Cabo San Lucas Striped Marlin Fishing Charters

Cabo San Lucas Striped Marlin Fishing Charters

Best Striped Marlin Fishing Charters in Cabo San Lucas

Cabo San Lucas: 112 chárteres de pesca disponibles
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Cabo San Lucas
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viajes desde US $425
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Cabo San Lucas
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Cabo San Lucas
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viajes desde US $550
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Cabo San Lucas
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viajes desde US $600
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Cabo San Lucas
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viajes desde US $550
Excellent
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Cabo San Lucas
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viajes desde US $600
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Striped Marlin Fishing in Cabo San Lucas

Striped Marlin
  • Size 40 to 130lbs
  • Food Value Low
  • Game Qualities Excellent
  • Habitats Offshore

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The extraordinary Marlin fishing Cabo San Lucas is famous for attracts avid Billfish chasers from all over the world. Marlin favor these pristine waters year-round, which justifies the city’s title as “the Marlin capital of the world.” 
 
Though you can hook gigantic Blue and Black Marlin in these prolific fishing grounds, Striped Marlin are the ones who steal the spotlight. You can find these majestic fish only a couple of miles from shore, and they won’t shy away from showing off their stripes, either. What they lack in size compared to their Blue and Black cousins, Stripies make up for in number – you can reel in up to a dozen on a full day fishing trip if you choose the right spot.
 

Where To Go

 
Cabo San Lucas is the crowning jewel of Mexico’s Baja California with its sapphire blue waters, breathtaking sunsets, and more amazing fishing spots than you can explore in a lifetime. Because the city is conveniently located at the intercept of the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez, you can find migrating Marlin here any time of the year, passing to the sea from the Pacific.
 

Whale Head Point

The beautiful Los Cabos Marina is the main departure point, and from there, you usually don’t have to travel too long to get where Striped Marlin like to hang. Whale Head Point (Punta Cabeza de Ballena) is one of the best spots to target Striped Marlin, and you’ll find it just 4 miles from land.
 

Gordo Banks

Gordo Banks is one of the reasons why Cabo San Lucas got its good name. These productive grounds are nested about 10 miles from the coast, and if you wet your line here, chances are, you’ll find a Striped Marlin at the end of it quite soon. 
 

1150 Bank

If you’d like to venture further out, 23 miles from the marina you’ll find the renowned 1150 Bank in the Sea of Cortez. Striped, Blue, and Black Marlin often come here to feast, and this is exactly where you can hook one after the other when using live bait, which causes them to school and feed.
 

San Jaime Bank

San Jaime Bank is another fishing gold mine, located right next to the Tinaje Trough which measures 3,500 feet deep. With seamounts providing plenty of food and shelter, and the underwater current pathway that is a magnet for hungry pelagic monsters, this is the place to be when you’re hunting both Striped and Blue Marlin.
 

Santa Maria Canyon

If you ask local fishermen where they like to go for excitement on the rod, Santa Maria Canyon will definitely be one of their top picks. Because it’s only 9 miles from the sandy Santa Maria Beach, this Marlin honey hole is convenient to explore and it keeps on giving.
 
It’s always a good idea to go fishing with a knowledgeable guide, and there are many excellent Cabo San Lucas Marlin fishing charters to choose from. The local captains have their tricks and secret spots that will put you on some serious line melting action.
 

How To Fish

 
  • Striped Marlin can sometimes be picky about their food, and one of the best ways to attract them is with squid teasers. It’s important to know they won’t take the bait if it’s close to the boat, so use outriggers to widen your spread while trolling at a speed of up to 9 knots.

  • The winning combo when you’re going after Stripies is to use Petrolero and Mean Joe Green lures. Because they’re so productive, these lures are among the locals’ favorites.

  • If you want to get a taste of the Marlin fishing Cabo San Lucas has to offer in spring, you’ll have the biggest chance of success using rigged ballyhoo while trolling.

  • Sight casting is one of the favorite fishing techniques in the area, because Striped Marlin usually stay close to the surface while looking for their next meal.

 

When To Go

 
The beauty and advantage of Cabo San Lucas is that you can come any time of the year, and reel in at least one Striped Marlin. Thanks to its optimal location and great weather, fishing in the area is fantastic whenever you decide to come.
 
Striped Marlin is the unofficial symbol of Cabo precisely because you can go after it anytime from January to August and enjoy the stupendous drag-singing action. Other months are also productive, but winter months are the time for a stellar fishing expedition. Colossal Blue Marlin pass through these warm waters between July and the end of September, while Black Marlin stick around from July until December.
 
The Cabo San Lucas fishery is all but legendary, and Striped Marlin are the heroes. Prepare yourself and head out to experience some of the best fishing areas our planet has to offer.
 

Cabo San Lucas Striped Marlin Temporadas de Pesca

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Seasonality

Striped Marlin fishing in Cabo San Lucas varies slightly throughout the year. High season is January to July. Low season is August to December. There is no closed season.
Cabo San Lucas
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Reseñas de Pesca en Striped Marlin Fishing in Cabo San Lucas

Schedule with the Black Marlin!! Great crew and dedication to get you some fish!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Schedule with the Black Marlin!! Great crew and dedication to get you some fish!
Black Marlin Sportfishing
Black Marlin Sportfishing
I recommend a package that is inclusive. Don't forget a hat and sunblock. Bring nausea pills just in case.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I recommend a package that is inclusive. Don't forget a hat and sunblock. Bring nausea pills just in case.
Wahoo 33'
Wahoo 33'
Get a cooler and make sure you fishing guide gets your license and gives it to you like ours did.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Get a cooler and make sure you fishing guide gets your license and gives it to you like ours did.
Black Marlin Sportfishing
Black Marlin Sportfishing
Booking in Cabo is NOT like the States. Everything is extra and your “captain” is actually a pimp for the crew who, I fear, are only working for tips.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Booking in Cabo is NOT like the States. Everything is extra and your “captain” is actually a pimp for the crew who, I fear, are only working for tips.
BlueSea sportfishing
BlueSea sportfishing
Wonderful experience. Whale watching and fishing from the boat was a bonus. Truly a wonderful experience. you won't regret giving these guys a chance to teach you,
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Wonderful experience. Whale watching and fishing from the boat was a bonus. Truly a wonderful experience. you won't regret giving these guys a chance to teach you,
Spearfishing Brothers
Spearfishing Brothers
Don’t go thinking you will catch lots of fish. It’s fishing. Some days good some days bad. Just go in and hope the fish work with you. Captain will put on miles if needed.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Don’t go thinking you will catch lots of fish. It’s fishing. Some days good some days bad. Just go in and hope the fish work with you. Captain will put on miles if needed.
Cabo Sportfishing Crew - El Pargo
Cabo Sportfishing Crew - El Pargo
Arrive early as parking can be a challenge. Licenses can be purchased at the market on the pier. Wish someone had told us where to go to get them.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Arrive early as parking can be a challenge. Licenses can be purchased at the market on the pier. Wish someone had told us where to go to get them.
Cabo Mahi Mahi – Samantha
Cabo Mahi Mahi – Samantha
I was hoping for Wahoo since it's been 25 years since my last one. We tried but it just didn't happen although we gave it a serious effort.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I was hoping for Wahoo since it's been 25 years since my last one. We tried but it just didn't happen although we gave it a serious effort.
Cabo Mahi Mahi – 23' Panga
Cabo Mahi Mahi – 23' Panga
Nice weather. Not too hot, yet. Been on boats in July and got fried and sea sick. This boat is luxury. Spend the extra you won’t regret it.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Nice weather. Not too hot, yet. Been on boats in July and got fried and sea sick. This boat is luxury. Spend the extra you won’t regret it.
Blue Sky Cabo – 43’ Riviere
Blue Sky Cabo – 43’ Riviere
February seems to a tough time of year, per Google lol. But, there are fish. Plus the whales are everywhere.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
February seems to a tough time of year, per Google lol. But, there are fish. Plus the whales are everywhere.
Rosa Del Mar II
Rosa Del Mar II
Do your research. We used reviews to pick this boat. Speed & size matter. Def use fishingbooker when in cabo otherwise you will be bombarded at the Marina by vendors.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Do your research. We used reviews to pick this boat. Speed & size matter. Def use fishingbooker when in cabo otherwise you will be bombarded at the Marina by vendors.
Fin Chaser Sportfishing – “Fin Chaser”
Fin Chaser Sportfishing – “Fin Chaser”
I loved the personal experience with the captain on this small boat. My favorite fishing ever!!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I loved the personal experience with the captain on this small boat. My favorite fishing ever!!!
BlueSea sportfishing
BlueSea sportfishing
wear long sleeves sunglasses hat and bring sunblock and water, I cant say I'm educated enough to say if it was good or bad, but seeing as we caught and say marlin I can't complain. I would say it's great time to see stuff besides the fishing, seeing all the whales was super cool
Excellent
5.0 / 5
wear long sleeves sunglasses hat and bring sunblock and water, I cant say I'm educated enough to say if it was good or bad, but seeing as we caught and say marlin I can't complain. I would say it's great time to see stuff besides the fishing, seeing all the whales was super cool
Cabo Sportfishing Crew – Blue Tail
Cabo Sportfishing Crew – Blue Tail
It was easy to see these guys new what they were doing Highly recommend by me !!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It was easy to see these guys new what they were doing Highly recommend by me !!
Black Marlin Sportfishing
Black Marlin Sportfishing
Captain noted it was the end of the pelagic season. Boat was rigged only for trolling. We would have opted for reef fishing after 4 hours of trolling with no action and few other boats catching fish
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Captain noted it was the end of the pelagic season. Boat was rigged only for trolling. We would have opted for reef fishing after 4 hours of trolling with no action and few other boats catching fish
Kellyfish Cabo Sportfishing
Kellyfish Cabo Sportfishing
Many boats to choose from. Recommend Black Marlin. Manuel and Jose have this down to a science. In any event read reviews and hope you can get on a boat with a solid crew who works to catch fish because it’s not easy.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Many boats to choose from. Recommend Black Marlin. Manuel and Jose have this down to a science. In any event read reviews and hope you can get on a boat with a solid crew who works to catch fish because it’s not easy.
Black Marlin Sportfishing
Black Marlin Sportfishing
Just get out there...you may not catch fish every outing but when you do your going to be pulling in some awesome fish in Cabo.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Just get out there...you may not catch fish every outing but when you do your going to be pulling in some awesome fish in Cabo.
Cabo Mahi Mahi – 23' Panga
Cabo Mahi Mahi – 23' Panga
Book with the right boat and crew. Read reviews and speak with the captain beforehand and discuss expectations and what you are looking for in your trip.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book with the right boat and crew. Read reviews and speak with the captain beforehand and discuss expectations and what you are looking for in your trip.
Cabo Sportfishing Crew – Reel Tequila
Cabo Sportfishing Crew – Reel Tequila
I alway wear shorts under pants for the early morning ride out and put the pants in a bag when it warms up. Most boats have a spot to stay out of the cool breeze though
Excellent
4.3 / 5
I alway wear shorts under pants for the early morning ride out and put the pants in a bag when it warms up. Most boats have a spot to stay out of the cool breeze though
El Pargo ll Fishing Tours in Cabos
El Pargo ll Fishing Tours in Cabos
Pick high season of species targeted, fish the week up to full moon, and go with a good crew.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Pick high season of species targeted, fish the week up to full moon, and go with a good crew.
Black Marlin Sportfishing
Black Marlin Sportfishing

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