Ensenada Fishing Charters

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4.9 / 5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Ensenada

According to customer reviews, some of the most popular fishing charters in Ensenada, Baja California are: Full list of top fishing charters in Ensenada

The average price for a private 4 hour Ensenada fishing trip is US $326, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $738 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Fishing charters in Ensenada that received great reviews from families are:

The top 3 fish species targeted on guided fishing trips in Ensenada are:

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The top 3 types of fishing in Ensenada are:

Many fishing charters in Ensenada provide rods, reels and tackle. Some of the top rated are:

According to customer reviews on FishingBooker.com, some of the best rated charter captains in Ensenada are:

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Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Ensenada are:
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $458
  • 5-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $575
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $705
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $884
  • 9-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $638
  • 10-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $800
  • 11-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $2,100
  • 12-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $775
  • 13-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,300
  • 14-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,000
  • 15-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,967
  • 16-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,283
  • 18-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,550

Fishing in Ensenada

Just 60 miles south of the border, the “Cinderella of the Pacific” is well worth checking out. Ensenada is a real gem on the California coastline, and even attracts plenty of cruise ships. Ensenada fishing charters may even have you fooled for one of these vessels, as the stunning offshore sportfishing boats promise luxury in abundance! Come aboard and discover the high life, along with the riches of the All Saints Bay and Pacific Ocean.
 
While you may feel a million miles away from San Diego, the fishing scene in Ensenada offers up all the same favorites. Head out to the bay and get your hands on beauties such as Calico Bass, Corbina, Sheephead, and Seabass. Hit the nearshore waters, and you’ll find Lingcod, Snappers, Groupers, Barracuda, Yellowtail, and a range of dazzling Rockfish. 
 
You’re also just a stone’s throw from the deep waters offshore. Here, you’ll find some of the best big game fishing on offer in the eastern Pacific. Billfish such as Marlin and Sailfish top the list of targets, while Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, and Albacore, Skipjack, Bluefin, and Yellowfin Tuna offer a delicious reward, too. Come and get your fill of action and meat!
 
Short trips to the bay are suitable for families and beginners, while the more adventurous can spend a full day on board. You’ll need the whole day to hit the deep waters, with the chance to spend days aboard a luxury vessel the ideal choice for anglers wanting to make the most of fishing in Ensenada. 
 

Rules & Regulations

Every angler over the age of 16 will need a Mexican sportfishing license, but some captains will provide yours for you. Get in touch with your Ensenada fishing charter beforehand to find out whether yours is included, costs extra, or if you’ll need to buy one prior to your trip.
Ensenada
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Based on 28444 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Ensenada Fishing Seasons

January

Ring in the new year with a fun fishing trip to Ensenada! January is a great month for hitting the reefs to bottom fish for Barracuda or staying in the bay to target Bonito and Kelp Bass.

February

Take your partner on a Valentine’s Day cruise in Todos Santos Bay. While you’re at it, troll a few lines and catch yourself some supper and enjoy a romantic dinner as the sun sets over the bay. 

March

Farewell winter and hello spring! March kicks off the sportfishing season with large numbers of Yellowtail coming closer to shore. You can also troll for Mahi Mahi, Barracuda, and Skipjack and Albacore Tuna!

April

Things really start to heat up offshore in April. Now is the time to pick a charter that will take you to the deep to target Mahi Mahi, Yellowtail, Skipjack, and the occasional Roosterfish.

May

The fishing continues to heat up offshore and more fish are thrown into the mix. Expect Mahi Mahi, Barracuda, Yellowtail, and Tuna in the deep. Closer to shore, you’ll find Corbina, Perch, Seabass, and Calico Bass. 

June

Offshore fishing will reap lots of great catches in June. Head offshore and go Tuna fishing for Yellowfin and Bluefin or stay within the bay to target White Seabass and Corbina. Your options are endless!

July

July is prime time. Tuna fishing is at its peak, as well as Mahi Mahi and Roosterfish. Marlin and Sailfish join in on the fun as well, so pick an offshore charter to take you deep sea fishing and get ready for an adventure!

August

August is a great time to target Striped Marlin as they tend to show up closer to shore. Other key species will include Albacore, Skipjack, Yellowfin, and Bluefin Tuna, so you can catch 'em all.

September

Target Jack Crevalle in the shallows or head just a bit further and catch Corbina, Seabass, and Roosterfish. Bluewater fishing will see you going after Mahi Mahi, Striped and Blue Marlin, Sailfish, and Tuna.

October

There's no sign of the fishing letting up, with Tuna in abundance offshore Inshore and nearshore trips are great in October as well. Plan a family trip with the kids and catch Croakers, Barred Perch, Corbina, and Seabass.

November

Offshore season winds to a close, but the bay is brimming with delicious fish. You’ll have the chance to target Corbina, White Seabass, Kelp Bass, and Barracuda, and there's still some Yellowtail further out. 

December

Things may have cooled down offshore but you can still target Yellowtail and the occasional Mahi Mahi. The Barracuda bite is still hot, so hit the San Miguel Reef for a fun day of bottom fishing.

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What anglers said about fishing in Ensenada

Dress Warm! It was chilly in the morning and with wind itโ€™s colder. Dress appropriately!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Dress Warm! It was chilly in the morning and with wind itโ€™s colder. Dress appropriately!
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
We werenโ€™t out to get the big guys and where happy just to catch a bunch, this definitely isnโ€™t the season for the bigger better fish but still caught a ton!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We werenโ€™t out to get the big guys and where happy just to catch a bunch, this definitely isnโ€™t the season for the bigger better fish but still caught a ton!
Ensenada Sportfishing Works
Ensenada Sportfishing Works
I know how the weather is, it's cold, You need a hoodie, a basebal cap, socks and snacks
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I know how the weather is, it's cold, You need a hoodie, a basebal cap, socks and snacks
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Be prepared for ugly weather. Drinks lots of water and cover yourself from the sun. Take dramamine for sure.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be prepared for ugly weather. Drinks lots of water and cover yourself from the sun. Take dramamine for sure.
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja Riverside, California
Relax, let them handle everything. Tell them in advance what you want and need.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Relax, let them handle everything. Tell them in advance what you want and need.
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja San Diego, CA
Have FUN, Low expectations, make it 8 hours, and bring more DRINKS .. (Drinks WATER NOT provided..get your own water,soda,beer, ect.) Pack your lunch and snacks for 8 hours..
Very good
4.0 / 5
Have FUN, Low expectations, make it 8 hours, and bring more DRINKS .. (Drinks WATER NOT provided..get your own water,soda,beer, ect.) Pack your lunch and snacks for 8 hours..
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Lucky Sportfishing Baja United States
Watch the weather and water temperature if your target species is sensitive to either or both. The ambient air on the water is perfect. We wore shorts and 50 spf fishing shirts. Very comfortable.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Watch the weather and water temperature if your target species is sensitive to either or both. The ambient air on the water is perfect. We wore shorts and 50 spf fishing shirts. Very comfortable.
Ensenada Sportfishing Works
Ensenada Sportfishing Works Mount Vernon, WA
You may not get the species you are targeting, depending on water temperatures. The pelagic species move to warmer water if a cold current comes in.
Very good
4.0 / 5
You may not get the species you are targeting, depending on water temperatures. The pelagic species move to warmer water if a cold current comes in.
Ensenada Sportfishing Works
Ensenada Sportfishing Works
Get out there early and dress appropriately. Sunscreen, hats, and pants, we also took something just in case seasickness might set in.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Get out there early and dress appropriately. Sunscreen, hats, and pants, we also took something just in case seasickness might set in.
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja San Gabriel, CA
Parking and finding the boat was a little tricky, but they called us and gave us assistance. Caught lots of bonitos, nothing else, maybe just due to time of year. We also went in the afternoon, so not the best time. Fishing Captain was a little slow to respond to emails, but eventually was able to communicate with him and make the changes we needed. They had water and chips for snacks, so remember to bring your own cooler and beer :)
Very good
4.0 / 5
Parking and finding the boat was a little tricky, but they called us and gave us assistance. Caught lots of bonitos, nothing else, maybe just due to time of year. We also went in the afternoon, so not the best time. Fishing Captain was a little slow to respond to emails, but eventually was able to communicate with him and make the changes we needed. They had water and chips for snacks, so remember to bring your own cooler and beer :)
Todos Santos Adventures
Todos Santos Adventures San Diego, California

How did anglers rate fishing charters in Ensenada?

Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(30 reviews)
Our captain was great; we landed 2 dozen+ fish of many different species. Yharaa and Mark were accommodating, communicative, and super helpful! We had a GREAT trip!
Krystel  L.
Krystel L.
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(30 reviews)
Ask for Lupe, He is an excellent Captain/Fisherman and is well experienced. This was well worth the trip and will definitely do this again! Thanks Lupe for the amazing time!
Roberto  L.
Roberto L.
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(153 reviews)
Captain and crew were excellent. They worked hard to put us on the right place to catch some fish.
JAVIER  P.
JAVIER P.
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(153 reviews)
We had a wonderful time on our fishing trip. We caught a few fish and our crew prepared a delicious sashimi on board for us to enjoy! The crew went above and beyond to make sure we had a fun time!
Katarzyna  R.
Katarzyna R.
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(153 reviews)
We had so much fun fishing! It was a great morning, and this crew is so great! Best partโ€ฆ.eating ceviche back at the dock!
Montana  C.
Montana C.
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(30 reviews)
Yhara and her husband were great guides. Wonderful experience, highly recommend. We went to a couple different locations to catch specific types of fish and the lines felt like they were always getting bites.
Corin  N.
Corin N.
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(153 reviews)
This was our 1st fishing trip together as a family. The captain and crew went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a great time. Even though it was the off season we all caught plenty of fish including red snapper and whitefish. I will definitely use them again on our next trip.
Jerry  B.
Jerry B.
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(153 reviews)
This is our second time and man did we score. My kids caught close to 50 fish and had the best time on the boat. The crew treated us like family and made the day so incredible.
Whitney  C.
Whitney C.
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(153 reviews)
Capt. Jerk Bait and his crew are amazing. Even in the down-season they made sure my son and I didn't go home empty-handed: many rockfish plus 2 bonita and a mako shark.
Michael  H.
Michael H.
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(153 reviews)
Fishing in November was disappointing, plenty of small fish. But not surprising for this time of year. But the Capt made upโ€™s large plate of shashimi from those small fish, that was hands down the best Iโ€™ve ever had.
Erick  Z.
Erick Z.
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(30 reviews)
Excelent customer service, excelent timing, dood atention to details, and really good chat with the crew, totally recomended!
Joshua  A.
Joshua A.
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(30 reviews)
If you want to stop Shoping for a boat this is the one. Family ran and no BS. They help you get to the boat which can be a challenge in Mexico, they have private parking and will guide you to it
John  P.
John P.
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(153 reviews)
When we started fishing, the fish started rolling into our boat and being out alone, the crew kept me busy reeling them in nonstop for a couple hours. It was a blast but after a couple hours I was exhausted and said โ€œNo Masโ€ and we slowed up a bit. It was amazing.
Alan  M.
Alan M.
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(153 reviews)
This was an amazing experience with great crew and lots of fish to catch. Sergio, our guide, was amazing.
Jonathan  C.
Jonathan C.
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Lucky Sportfishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(30 reviews)
Caught many bottom fish and Large Yellowtail. Trolling caught nice Bonita. The Captain knows where the fish are!!! He did a great job getting us on the fish. Spoke English too.
Steven  G.
Steven G.
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(153 reviews)
Excellent fishing trip. It was a trip for my son and I. Crew members are more than experienced and carefull for clients. Captain knew every spots. We troll and caugh over 12 big fishes besides the great variety of bottom fish. Great experience for my son's first trolling trip. Guero was fast and did everything for us. Excellent communication. Highly recommended.
Rodrigo  P.
Rodrigo P. Chula Vista, CA
Todos Santos Adventures
Todos Santos Adventures
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(48 reviews)
Alex and his crew were wonderful! The boat is designed for fishing (not luxury), suitable bathroom and an area to get out of sun. He provided water, chips and coffee. We fished 8 hrs and we caught 35+ fish of all types. Would definitely go again!
Will  C.
Will C. San Diego, CA
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(153 reviews)
We were heading south to San Quintin from San Diego and decided to pick up a half day afternoon charter. Owner got us in early and we hooked up bonito just out of the harbor all the way to todos nonstop. Awesome day.
Wyatt  H.
Wyatt H. Brighton, CO
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(153 reviews)
We were a party of 6 and we caught so much fish and the crew were amazing. I highly recommend this trip
Joanna  M.
Joanna M. Ensenada, Baja California
Todos Santos Adventures
Todos Santos Adventures
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(48 reviews)
The boat was perfect size for the six of us for 15+ hours. Left at 1am and slept till day break. First fish on about 30min after. Trolling the open ocean broke up the day perfectly catching pretty regularly while we were searching for kelp patties and to a rock fish spot. Caught about 8-10 dorado 6 blue fin 6-8 rock fish. We plan on booking again. Thanks to the crew for an enjoyable trip
Sean  G.
Sean G. Torrance, CA

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