Baja California Fishing Charters

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Baja California: 14 fishing charters available
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(154 reviews)
Ensenada
trips from US $325
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(31 reviews)
Ensenada
trips from US $275
Excellent
4.6 / 5
(48 reviews)
Ensenada
trips from US $580
Ensenada
trips from US $400
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(13 reviews)
Ensenada
trips from US $475
Ensenada
trips from US $440
Ensenada
trips from US $1,900
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(1 review)
Ensenada
trips from US $500
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(2 reviews)
Ensenada
trips from US $550
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(3 reviews)
Ensenada
trips from US $700

Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Baja California

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

The average price for a private 4 hour Baja California fishing trip is US $323, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $758 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Fishing charters in Baja California that received great reviews from families are:

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

The top 3 fishing techniques in Baja California are:

The top 3 types of fishing in Baja California are:

Many fishing charters in Baja California 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 Baja California are:

Who are the top awarded captains in Baja California?

Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Baja California are:
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $460
  • 5-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $575
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $705
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $844
  • 9-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $638
  • 10-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $800
  • 11-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,450
  • 12-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $775
  • 13-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,330
  • 14-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,000
  • 15-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,825
  • 16-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,283
  • 18-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,550

Fishing in Baja California

A Baja California fishing adventure knows no limits. From the range of bays nearshore, to the deep waters of the Pacific, all the way round to the unusually warm waters of the Sea of Cortez, there’s no end to what you can get up to here. With warm weather year-round, you can come whenever you want and get your hands on some of the world’s most sought-after fish.
 
Speaking of the fish, what you’ll catch depends on where you go. The bays are full of Snappers, Groupers, Jacks, Mackerel, Seabass, and the exotic Roosterfish. Meanwhile, the Sea of Cortez is a haven for Yellowfin Tuna and Mahi Mahi. Sailfish come right up close to shore, while Striped, Black, and Blue Marlin are available offshore, alongside swarms of Yellowtails, Wahoo, and more. 
 
With so many fish available, you can get your fill on a trip as short as a half day in the bays and the Sea of Cortez. If you fancy an offshore adventure into the Pacific, you’ll want to spend at least a full day, with extended full trips on offer for the pros, too. 
 
Wherever you are in Baja California, you’re not far from a fishing charter. Hop over from SoCal and travel out of Ensenada, or hit the Bahia Tortugas or San Carlos further down the Pacific Coast. Los Cabos and its resort towns in the south are a hotspot for tourists, while every town and village up the Cortez coastline has something for you. 

Rules & Regulations

Many fishing charters in Baja California will include your license as part of the package, but it’s always worth checking with your captain before you head out. They’ll also know all there is about bag and size limits, so you know that you’re fishing within the law. 
Baja California
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Based on 28566 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Baja California Fishing Seasons

January

Start the year with a splash and come to the sunny shores of Baja California for a nearshore fishing adventure. Yellowtails and Mackerel will provide plenty of light tackle entertainment, along with a delicious dinner.

February

With the holiday fever well and truly over, a vacation surely beckons. Why not head to Mexico, where you can escape the winter blues and get your hands on a range of delicious fish in the shallow bays?

March

There’s still some time to go before the fishing season hits its stride in Baja California, but you can definitely get some early practice come March. Test your bottom fishing skills on the reefs to land some exotic fish.

April

You’ll really feel things starting to heat up in April, as monstrous Striped Marlin start making their way along the Pacific coast and Seabass return to the nearshore waters. Wherever you head, there’s something going on!

May

The whole peninsula comes alive with avid anglers scrambling to get on a fishing charter. Big game fish start coming nearer to shore and even to the Sea of Cortez, giving you a wider range of fish to target.

June

As you reach peak season, it’s difficult to decide where to go on your Baja California fishing adventure. Exotic Roosterfish are aplenty nearshore, with the big game trophies starting to congregate offshore.

July

There’s no doubt that offshore fishing reigns supreme come the height of summer. Blue and Black Marlin join their Striped cousins, along with Sailfish and Albacore to give you the fishing trip of a lifetime.

August

Yellowfin Tuna join the offshore party, even making their way around the peninsula and into the Sea of Cortez. Follow these monstrous, delicious creatures and get your fill of meat to take back to shore.

September

While the kids may be back in school, there’s no sign of things calming down in Baja California. In fact, the fishing has never been hotter, as the offshore beasts and nearshore beauties fill the waters for your enjoyment.

October

Make the most of the last of the deep water fishing opportunities, before the pelagics make their way out of the Sea of Cortez and away from Baja California for winter. Don’t miss out on Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, and more.

November

There’s only one star offshore if you’re looking for a deep sea fishing adventure. If Wahoo’s not your thing, then fear not, as plenty of exciting smaller fish pack the shallow waters nearshore to keep you entertained.

December

What better way to see out the year than with a vacation to the warm seas? Come to Baja California in December and get your hands on Jack Crevalle, Mackerel, and many more prized inshore creatures.

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What anglers said about fishing in Baja California

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
Bring a jacket "the captain actually had one on board for anyone that didn't have" just bring your snacks and beverages and enjoy the trip, totally worth the experience!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring a jacket "the captain actually had one on board for anyone that didn't have" just bring your snacks and beverages and enjoy the trip, totally worth the experience!
Meza's Sport Fishing
Meza's Sport Fishing
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 Baja California?

Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(154 reviews)
Caught fish after fish. Crew was awesome!! They made us delicious Sashimi with our catch.
Tasha  L.
Tasha L.
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(154 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
(154 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
(154 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 Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(154 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
(154 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
(154 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
(154 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 Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(154 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
(154 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 Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(154 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
(154 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
Mendoza's Sportfishing
Mendoza's Sportfishing
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(3 reviews)
Captain Mendoza and Hector were super. We caught fish every few minutesโ€ฆ Bonito, Barracuda, yellowtail and Calico. Hector made sashimi and Barracuda cevicheโ€ฆ. Yum. We had a blast and would book this trip again!!โ€™
Jim  G.
Jim G. Huntington Beach, CA
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(154 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
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(154 reviews)
Great time for our group of 6. Caught plenty of fish and the crew was helpful during the whole trip.
Emilio  D.  C.
Emilio D. C.
Todos Santos Adventures
Todos Santos Adventures
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(48 reviews)
Nice boat and crews! We have 6 people on board booked 13 and 8 hours fishing trip, roughly fish count is 93 Baracuda ,350 rock fish , 2 Lingcod , 6 sheephead, 12 bonito , 1 yellowtail , 1 white sea bass . Captain Alex is very professional and experience , so I strong recommend everyone to book Todos Santos Adventures .
Johan  L.
Johan L. Temple City, CA
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(154 reviews)
We booked a half day trip and asked to go after rockfish. A great day, and we caught plenty. We'll go again in Sept.
Michael  A.
Michael A. San Diego, CA
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Lucky Sport Fishing Baja
Fishing charter in Ensenada
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(154 reviews)
The captain was extremely knowledgeable of the fish catching. Him and his crew were extremely helpful and friendly. We caught about 70 barracuda fish , and 7 red snappers. Highly recommend booking with these guys.
Emanuel  O.
Emanuel O. Mexico

Top Targeted Species in Baja California