Cabo San Lucas: Private Deep Sea Fishing Charter & Marlin

Five hours chasing marlin off the Cabo San Lucas Arch

You board a private fishing boat at the Cabo San Lucas marina and spend five hours on the Pacific hunting marlin, sailfish, dorado and tuna with an experienced crew. The boat passes the Arch, Lovers Beach and the sea lion colony on the way. If you land a catch worth keeping, the crew arranges to have it cleaned and cooked at a local restaurant. The price does not include the fishing license or live bait, which you pay in cash at check-in.

Step-by-step itinerary

Half-day deep sea fishing tour

• Leave from Los Cabos marina
• Pass Cabo San Lucas Arch
• Pass Lovers Beach and sea lion colony
• Fish using five fishing lines
• Enjoy experienced fishing crew support
• Pay fishing license and bait fee in cash

The experience

The boat leaves the marina at dawn with five fishing lines already rigged and a captain who knows where the marlins are running. Cabo San Lucas sits at the tip of the Baja Peninsula where the Pacific meets the Sea of Cortez, and that collision of water is what makes this place the marlin capital of the world, not because the fish are guaranteed, but because they're actually here. You'll pass the Arch on the way out, then Lovers Beach and the sea lion colony, and the whole time the crew is watching the water and setting lines. It's five hours of actual fishing, not five hours of riding to a fishing spot.

The boat carries a maximum of three passengers, that's the current limit, so it stays small and the crew stays focused. You get safety equipment, a restroom on board, ice to keep anything you catch fresh, and rods that are already set up. The captain and first sailor handle the heavy work. Your job is to hold the line when something hits and not let go. If you land something worth keeping, the crew can arrange to have it cleaned and cooked at a local restaurant, which is a nice detail most charters don't mention. But the company is clear about this: they're fishing to have fun, not to promise you a catch. Any fish is a good fish.

One thing to know before you book: the fishing license and live bait fee aren't included in the price and must be paid in cash at check-in. Bring enough cash for both. The boat has a restroom and ice on board, which matters on a five-hour trip in the sun. Wear sunscreen, bring water, and don't expect to sit still. This is a working boat, not a cruise.

What’s included

• Safety equipment and first aid kit.
• restroom on board.
• ice.
• fishing rods and tackle.
• experienced captain and first sailor crew.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 14:00

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 25

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Best Adventures In Cabo

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to fish the waters where marlin actually run and don't need the company to promise a catch: the crew's experience and the location are what make the difference, and the small group size keeps the boat focused on fishing rather than sightseeing.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What fish can you catch on this charter?

Blue marlin, black marlin, striped marlin, sailfish, dorado, yellowtail, yellowfin tuna, sierra, snapper, cabrilla, swordfish, roosterfish, wahoo, grouper, jack crevalle, bonita and others depending on the season.

How long is the fishing trip?

Five hours total, departing from the Cabo San Lucas marina.

What's included in the price?

Safety equipment, first aid kit, restroom on board, ice, fishing rods and tackle, and the captain plus first sailor crew.

What do I need to pay separately?

The fishing license and live bait fee, both paid in cash at check-in. Bring enough cash for both.

How many people can go on the boat?

Up to three passengers maximum on this private charter.

What happens if I catch a fish?

If it's a good catch, the crew can arrange to have it cleaned, prepared and cooked at a local restaurant as you wish.

Is this tour suitable for beginners?

Yes, the crew handles the technical work and the boat is suitable for all physical fitness levels. However, it is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnant travelers.

What do I need to bring?

Cash for the fishing license and live bait, sunscreen, water, and comfortable clothing for five hours on the water.