Split Decision II – Luxurious 38'

Hop on board the Split Decision II and get ready to discover the world-famous fishing grounds of San Jose del Cabo! Your guide for the day, Captain Marco Rios, is a tournament fisherman and local expert in targeting offshore pelagics. While aboard, you’ll be able to fish, and tour the amazing southern coastline of Baja California Sur in a luxurious fishing vessel, built to impress!

The Split Decision II is a 38’ Wellcraft express cruiser, equipped with state-of-the-art amenities and fishing tackle for you to enjoy a successful day on the water. This offshore fishing machine comes with outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, tuna tubes, and a flybridge for you to enjoy the beautiful view as you cruise along the coast.

The inside is spacious and comfortable with a deluxe lounge, a private head, galley, shower, bed, and more. The boat comes with a multimedia system as well, so you can listen to your favorite tunes while you fish. There’s room on board for up to 6 guests per trip and everyone can fish at the same time.

You’ll explore the Chileno Bay, Gordo Banks, and offshore fishing grounds to troll, drift, bottom fish, or jig for various species. Your bucket list consists of Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Roosterfish, Tuna, and many more.

Top-of-the-line Penn and Shimano tackle is included in the price of the trip, as well as your fishing licenses.

Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and book your trip with Capt. Marco today. Your time aboard the Split Decision II is guaranteed to be an unforgettable one, so start planning out your vacation today and get ready to create lasting memories in Baja California Sur!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    5 Hour Special (bare boat)
    In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $699
    This special adventure includes 5 hours of pristine fishing, bottled water, fishing tackle, fishing gear, fish cleaning service. Troll for big game such as Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, and other pelagic species at the famous Gordo Banks fishing grounds. You'll be fishing from the spacious luxury 38' air-conditioned fishing vessel with all necessary tackle and fish cleaning included in the price. We have an extremely professional and English-speaking crew. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!
  • Private trip
    All Inclusive 5 Hour Fishing Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $999
    This is a VIP hassle-free fishing charter. This 5 hour all-inclusive trip includes 4 fishing licenses, water, beer, bait, snacks, sodas. All you need is your sun protection and you'll be ready for a good time.
  • Private trip
    All Inclusive 8 Hour Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,199
    Full Day (8 hour) All Inclusive Fishing Charter. Includes Beer, Lunch, Snacks, Water, Sodas, Live Bait & up to 4 Fishing Licenses (additional licenses + $19 per). Troll for big game Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Tuna & other pelagic species at the famous Gordo Banks fishing grounds. You'll be fishing from our spacious 38' air-conditioned fishing vessel with all necessary tackle & fish cleaning included in the price. We have an extremely professional & English-speaking crew. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 83 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.4 / 5
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Friendly captain
91%
Recommend this charter
87%
Appropriate for children
74%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Caught fish
66%
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Chapman K.
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Cap’t Rios saves the day

VERIFIED   5 Hour Special (bare boat) on February 4, 2024
With dozens and dozens of boats fishing the sea of Cortez due to rough seas in the pacific, the Captain and the crew had some...
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Michael M.
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Great Professional Experience

VERIFIED   NEW  All Inclusive 5 Hour Fishing Trip on December 12, 2024
We had a great time, fishing was tough, but that’s how it goes somedays.  The crew were professional and well prepared.
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Zack A.
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Wonderful trip

VERIFIED   NEW  All Inclusive 5 Hour Fishing Trip on November 19, 2024
Captain was very responsive to questions. Him and the crew were extremely accommodating and made the trip a memorable one.
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Steven S.
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Marlin was the catch of the day.

VERIFIED   All Inclusive 8 Hour Fishing Trip on June 26, 2024
Marco and his mate were on it. With in the first two hours of the day we had a Marlin on. After that we had six other bites...
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Mike P.
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Perfect fishing

VERIFIED   All Inclusive 5 Hour Fishing Trip on May 9, 2024
Marco and Jaun were wonderful on this fishing excursion. We caught many different species of fish and thoroughly enjoyed the...
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FAQs about Split Decision II – Luxurious 38'

Split Decision II – Luxurious 38' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $699 per group - 5 Hour Special (bare boat) (5 hours)
  • US $999 per group - All Inclusive 5 Hour Fishing Trip (5 hours)
  • US $1,199 per group - All Inclusive 8 Hour Fishing Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Split Decision II – Luxurious 38', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private head
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Split Decision II – Luxurious 38' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn International & Shimano )
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • First Mate

Split Decision II – Luxurious 38' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Up to 30 miles )
  • Reef Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Split Decision II – Luxurious 38' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Split Decision II – Luxurious 38' include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Broomtail)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Seabass (Giant)
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Marco Rios
San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico
18 Fishing Reports
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83 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since April 2019
Captain Marco Rios worked in the yacht repair industry before moving to San Jose del Cabo and deciding to enter the sportfishing business. He was trained by a local crew and began competing in tournaments where he’s experienced success in targeting Dorado (Mahi Mahi), Marlin, Sailfish, and many other offshore species. He was a tournament angler for 10 years until he decided to start running charters and share his passion with others. He loves his job because he gets to meet new people every day, entertain them, and see their smiles when they catch their very first monster! Get ready to experience the intensity of deep sea fishing with Split Decision and get ready for the thrill of a lifetime in Baja California Sur!

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Broomtail) Broomtail Grouper
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin
Roosterfish Roosterfish

What the boat is like

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Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
38 ft
Year built
2005
Boat manufacturer
Wellcraft
Boat type
Cruiser

Engine model
Volvo
Powered by
2 x 375HP
Max cruising speed
32 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Up to 30 miles
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Private head
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn International & Shimano
Live Bait
Lures
First Mate

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Ages 5 & up
No Smoking
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash

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