Cabo San Lucas: Pacifictime Sport Fishing Charter & Tournament Boat

Summary

Pacifictime’s tournament boat, local captains, early morning lines out in Cabo

You’ll feel Baja’s sunrise from a tournament-winning boat with local captains who know every trick in Cabo San Lucas waters. Try for marlin or dorado, laugh with your crew over fresh coffee, and reel in your own catch — all gear and ice-cold drinks included. It’s honest sport fishing: salty air, real stories, no fuss.

What’s the experience like?

“You sure you want to start at 6am?” our captain joked as we stumbled onto the dock in Cabo San Lucas, still blinking at the dark. The marina was already humming — gulls fighting over scraps, diesel and salt in the air. I’d never been on a real sport fishing boat before, not like this 34ft Blackfin with its worn deck and quiet confidence. We were barely awake but our guide (I think his name was Luis?) handed us coffee and started talking about last year’s Bisbee tournament — second place, he said, and grinned. I believed him.

We pushed off into that blue-grey dawn. There’s something about the way the light hits the Baja peninsula at that hour — sharp but soft, if that makes sense. Luis kept an eye on the rods while his mate prepped bait; they talked fast in Spanish about where marlin might be running today. I tried to follow along but mostly just watched their hands work. The water was glassy for a bit, then rougher once we got further out. My friend tried to pronounce “dorado” and everyone laughed (even me — sorry, man). You can book five or eight hours; honestly time felt weird out there anyway.

I didn’t expect to feel so much adrenaline when a line finally went taut — it really is different from just watching fishing on TV. Luis showed me how to brace my feet and reel steady (“no rush,” he kept saying), and when that yellowtail snapper came up flashing silver I felt like a kid again. They let us try for wahoo and even sailfish; apparently you can customize what you’re after if you ask ahead. We had ice-cold water from their cooler (simple but perfect) and swapped stories with another group who return every year for this exact trip — said they wouldn’t fish anywhere else in Cabo San Lucas.

The sun got high quick and I could smell sunscreen mixing with sea spray by late morning. It wasn’t fancy or staged; just real people who know these waters better than anyone. Wheelchair access too — saw a family roll right up onto the dock without issue, which felt good to see. I still think about that first tug on the line sometimes when I’m back home staring at my desk…

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Fishing trip in Cabo San Lucas

• Start trip at 6:00 am
• Fish for marlin, tuna, wahoo
• Target roosters, yellowtail snappers
• Use local experienced captains
• Customize trip to requests
• Enjoy offshore or inshore fishing

Top questions

What time does the Cabo San Lucas sport fishing trip start?

The trip starts at 6:00 am from the marina in Cabo San Lucas.

How long are the Pacifictime sport fishing trips?

You can choose between 5-hour or 8-hour trips offshore or inshore.

What kind of fish can you catch on this tour?

You may fish for marlin, tuna, wahoo, roosterfish, yellowtail snapper, or sailfish depending on season and request.

Is all fishing equipment provided?

Yes, all tackle and gear are provided by experienced local captains and mates.

Are drinks included during the trip?

Bottled water is included along with ice and a cooler onboard.

Is this sport fishing tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options and all areas are wheelchair accessible.

Can infants join the fishing charter?

Infants can ride in a pram or stroller or sit on an adult’s lap; specialized infant seats are available.

Can I customize my fishing experience?

The crew will customize your trip based on your requests if you ask ahead of time.

What’s included

Your day includes bottled water kept cold in an onboard cooler plus all necessary tackle and gear handled by experienced local captains and mates. Wheelchair access is available throughout the marina and boat itself; infants are welcome with seating options provided for families needing them.