Cabo San Lucas: Private Fishing Trip with Marlin & All Meals
The boat is already moving when you step aboard: Captain and crew ready to work
You board a private fishing boat with Captain and crew, fish the Pacific and Sea of Cortez for marlin and dorado with live bait and rod instruction included, eat lunch and drinks on the water, and return with your catch and licenses handled. No stops, no waiting, no surprises on the bill.
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Full-day private fishing adventure
- Arrive at the dock and meet crew
- Board the boat with all comforts
- Navigate Pacific Ocean and Sea of Cortez
- Receive fishing instruction and use rods
- Fish for marlin, dorado, and others
- Enjoy lunch with food and drinks
- Continue fishing with crew assistance
- Return to dock with catch and memories
What’s included
- Your day includes the Captain and First Mate, a fully equipped fishing boat, fishing licenses for everyone, live bait, lunch with drinks and snacks, bottled water, sodas, and beers.
- The crew teaches rod technique and assists with every fish.
- You return to the dock with your catch and no additional fees.
Times
- Every day except Tuesday 06:00 12:30
Before you book
Operated by Cabo Sportfishing Crew
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The experience
The dock at Cabo San Lucas fills up early, but your boat is already fueled and rigged when you arrive. A Captain and First Mate greet you, run through the rods and techniques in minutes, then point the bow toward the Pacific and the Sea of Cortez. You're not sitting around waiting for the day to start. You're fishing within the first hour. The water here holds marlin, dorado, wahoo, amberjack, snapper, grouper, bonita, and sailfish, and the crew knows where they're moving. If you've never held a rod in salt water, they'll walk you through it. If you've done this before, they'll stay out of your way and let you work.
Lunch happens on the water, not a rushed sandwich but a proper meal with drinks and snacks, timed so you can eat and get back to the lines without losing the afternoon bite. Everything is covered: fishing licenses, live bait, food, bottled water, sodas, beers. You're not stopping at a shop or signing paperwork once you're aboard. The boat itself changes depending on the day (Blue Tail, El Pargo, Reel Tequila, Robalo), but they're all rigged the same way and the crew knows every inch. The arch and the seascapes are there if you want to look, but most people stay focused on the rod tip and the water.
By the time you head back to the dock, you've either got a story about the one that got away or photos of what didn't. Either way, you're tired in the way that only a full day on the water makes you. The private fishing trip in Cabo San Lucas isn't about the Instagram moment. It's about the hours in between, the crew who knows the fish, and the fact that nothing on this boat is rushed or shared with strangers.
Is this one for you?Right for anglers and first-timers who want a full day on the water without arranging licenses, bait, or meals separately. The crew handles the fishing knowledge, which is what lets you focus on the lines and the seascapes.
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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. No refund if you cancel.
What fish can I catch in Cabo San Lucas?
Marlin, dorado, wahoo, amberjack, snapper, grouper, bonita, and sailfish are common. What bites depends on the season and where the crew takes you that day.
Is fishing experience required?
No. The Captain and First Mate teach rod technique and assist throughout. Beginners and experienced anglers fish the same boat.
What's included in the price?
Captain, crew, boat, fishing licenses, live bait, lunch, snacks, bottled water, sodas, and beers. You don't pay extra for any of it.
Do I need to bring anything?
Sunscreen, a hat, and polarized sunglasses help. The crew provides rods, bait, and safety gear.
Can I bring my family?
Yes. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. The trip is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health.
What if I don't catch anything?
The crew will do the work to put you on fish. Some days are slower than others, but you're still on the water and the meal is included either way.
Is the boat private to my group?
Yes. You book the entire boat: no strangers sharing the day.
Cabo San Lucas: Private Fishing Trip with Marlin & All Meals
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from US$ 625 per group
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