El Budster

Visit the idyllic waters of Cabo San Lucas, and join El Budster for a fantastic fishing expedition! Captain Salvador has been providing sport anglers with fantastic fishing expeditions for more than twenty years. His boat became a world record holder in 2001 for the largest caught Mahi Mahi.

The El Budster is a refurbished 29’ Californian boat, powered by a 315 HP inboard Cummins engine. For your comfort, there is an enclosed cabin and a fully functioning bathroom on board. To add to the fun, the boat has a powerful Alpine marine stereo system, while the icebox will make sure you can kick back with an icy cold drink after a hard day’s work.

Capt. Salvador will provide you with high-quality Shimano and Penn fishing equipment, as well as live bait. The boat is well equipped with two fighting chairs and two outriggers, maximizing your chance of landing some hard-fighting game fish.

Choose the trip that best suits your needs, and the crew will assist you in catching world-class game fish. These waters are brimming with life, so expect to come across species like Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, Wahoo, Roosterfish, Amberjack, Jack Crevalle, and Mahi Mahi.

Captain Andy and first mate Ismael are here to provide all their customers with an unforgettable day of fishing. Feel free to take your kids on an unforgettable fishing adventure, and spend some quality family time on these beautiful waters. Make sure to pack some food and drinks to stay refreshed, as well as some sunscreen.

Explore the productive fishing grounds of Cabo San Lucas, and join El Budster for a fishing trip of a lifetime



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Charter (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $500
    Go on this half day trip for a fun day of deep sea fishing. The crew will teach you the best techniques for using live bait or lures when targeting local species such as Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Amberjack, Jack Crevalle, Roosterfish, and Wahoo. The equipment will be provided, just bring some food and drinks to stay refreshed. Live bait and fishing licenses are at an additional cost. Come enjoy the beautiful waters of Cabo San Lucas!
    Targeted fish
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Sierra Mackerel
    Sierra Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Half Day Charter (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $500
    Go on this half day trip for a fun day of deep sea fishing. The crew will teach you the best techniques for using live bait or lures when targeting local species such as Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Amberjack, Jack Crevalle, Roosterfish, and Wahoo. The equipment will be provided, just bring some food and drinks to stay refreshed. Live bait and fishing licenses are at an additional cost. Come enjoy the beautiful waters of Cabo San Lucas!
    Targeted fish
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Sierra Mackerel
    Sierra Mackerel
  • Private trip
    ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 2 PAX
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $600
    The fishing trip includes,2 fishing licences, 10 live baits, 6 waters
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Sierra Mackerel
    Sierra Mackerel
  • Private trip
    ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 2 PAX
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $600
    This fishing trip includes : 2 Fishing Licences, 10 live baits, 6 Waters
    Targeted fish
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Sierra Mackerel
    Sierra Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $620
    Go on this full day trip for a fun day of deep sea fishing. The crew will teach you the best techniques for using live bait or lures when targeting local species such as Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Amberjack, Jack Crevalle, Roosterfish, and Wahoo. The equipment will be provided, just bring some food and drinks to stay refreshed. Live bait and fishing licenses are at an additional cost. Come enjoy the beautiful waters of Cabo San Lucas!
    Targeted fish
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
  • Private trip
    ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 3 PAX
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $625
    This fishing trip includes : 3 Fishing Licences, 10 live baits, 6 Waters
    Targeted fish
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Sierra Mackerel
    Sierra Mackerel
  • Private trip
    ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 3 PAX
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $625
    This fishing trip includes : 3 Fishing Licences, 10 Live Baits, 6 Waters
    Targeted fish
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
  • Private trip
    ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 4 PAX
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $660
    This fishing charter includes 4 fishing licences, 10 live baits, 10 waters
    Targeted fish
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Sierra Mackerel
    Sierra Mackerel
  • Private trip
    ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 4 PAX
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $660
    This fishing tripe includes : 4 fishing licences, 10 Live Baits, 6 waters
    Targeted fish
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Sierra Mackerel
    Sierra Mackerel
  • Private trip
    ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 2 PAX
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $780
    This fishing trip includes : Boat, Tax, 2 Fishing Licences, 10 Live Baits, 2 Box Lunches, 6 Beer, 6 Sodas and 6 Waters
    Targeted fish
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
  • Private trip
    ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 3 PAX
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $820
    This fishing trip includes : Boat, Tax, 3 Fishing Licences, 10 Live Baits, 3 Box Lunches, 12 Beer, 6 Sodas and 6 Waters
    Targeted fish
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
  • Private trip
    ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 4 PAX
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $870
    This fishing trip includes : Boat, Tax, 4 Fishing Licences, 10 Live Baits, 4 Box Lunches, 18 Beer, 6 Sodas and 6 Waters
    Targeted fish
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 301 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
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Had a blast!
Great trip, great crew, would recommend this boat to anybody.
Great trip, great crew, would recommend this boat to anybody.
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Angler rating
245
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
85%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
78%
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Michelle A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day of fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Charter (PM) on November 12, 2024
Once again, El Budster did not disappoint.  We took a half day, afternoon trip with Francisco and Otto and had a great day...
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Dan R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great captain and mate

VERIFIED   Half Day Charter (AM) on December 18, 2024
Francisco did a great job. We left the dock right on time and quickly were set up and fishing. When I hooked a marlin he did...
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Mike C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Fishing Trip!

VERIFIED   ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 2 PAX on May 4, 2024
Took my dad on a fishing trip with El Budster and it was a great experience. The weather was perfect. We were out on the water...
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Simon M.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Well equipped boat with a hard-working crew

VERIFIED   ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 2 PAX on February 19, 2024
I would have no hesitation in recommending El Budster to fellow fishermen. It’s comfortable and well equipped with two fighting...
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Neil G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent experience

VERIFIED   Half Day Charter (AM) on December 13, 2024
What an amazing day of fishing. An experience we’ll never forget. Friendly and professional staff. Great boat and equipment....
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FAQs about El Budster

El Budster offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Charter (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Charter (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group - ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 2 PAX (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group - ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 2 PAX (5 hours)
  • US $620 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $625 per group - ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 3 PAX (5 hours)
  • US $625 per group - ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 3 PAX (5 hours)
  • US $660 per group - ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 4 PAX (5 hours)
  • US $660 per group - ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 4 PAX (5 hours)
  • US $780 per group - ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 2 PAX (8 hours)
  • US $820 per group - ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 3 PAX (8 hours)
  • US $870 per group - ALL INCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP 4 PAX (8 hours)

When you book a trip with El Budster, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with El Budster include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First Mate

El Budster offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (5 miles)

El Budster offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with El Budster include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Your operator

Salvador's Sportfishing Charters
Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico
786 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
882 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since April 2015
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
With over 25 years of experience, Captain Salvador is still as enthusiastic as ever about fishing because, as he says, it is simply fantastic. He looks forward to heading out on the water every day, and along with his experienced and friendly crew, can't wait to introduce you to the fantastic fishing in this beautiful location.

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin
Roosterfish Roosterfish

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
29 ft
Year built
1996
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Californian
Boat type
Cruiser

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 315HP
Max cruising speed
19 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
5 miles

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
First Mate

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days 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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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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Recent fishing reports

EL BUDSTER FISHING REPORT
EL BUDSTER FISHING REPORT
January 22, 2025
Fishing on the EL BUDSTER. James and Shewy Parhaan, caught and released TWO 130LB. and 150LB. STRIPED MARLIN. The fish was caught 14 to 16 miles from the coast of Cabo San Lucas. The water temperature was 76-78 degrees.
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EL BUDSTER FISHING REPORT
EL BUDSTER FISHING REPORT
January 21, 2025
Fishing on the EL BUDSTER. Jeffrey Rapp and John Doier, caught SEVEN YELLOWFIN TUNAS. The fish was caught 15 to 16 miles from the coast of Cabo San Lucas. The water temperature was 71-73 degrees.
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EL BUDSTER FISHING REPORT
EL BUDSTER FISHING REPORT
January 19, 2025
Fishing on the EL BUDSTER. Jeffrey Rapp and John Doier, caught and released ONE 180LB. STRIPED MARLIN. They also caught TEN YELLOWFIN TUNAS around 18LB. The fish was caught 16 to 17 miles from the coast of Cabo San Lucas. The water temperature was 71-73 degrees.
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