What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur for the first time?
Answers by verified FishingBooker anglers who went fishing in Cabo San Lucas
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William Painter
Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur
Check the season. We came at a poor time but the caption and first mate still made this a very fun adventure
Mark Dearinger
Do you home work before booking a fishing trip. Like anything else you have the good charters and the ones you wished you never got on.
Jeremiah Giles
Atlanta, GA
Bring your own gear and BUY LIVE BAIT to troll while you use lures. Fish heavier gear in Cabo, the seas are rough and the fish are powerful
Brett Scholz
Katy, Texas
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Went fishing with Phantom Fishing Cabo – Phantom on June 2, 2023
Went fishing with Phantom Fishing Cabo – Phantom on June 2, 2023
Sportfishing Capital of the World! June temps in the low 80s, low humidity and cool evenings in the mid 60's.
John Riordan
Pompano Beach, FL
Look into processing before you go, as you want to be prepared. We were able to get it cleaned and bagged but had to get ice and cooler and find a way to freeze it.
Jeremy Hemann
Weather could not be any better and the marine life is really hard to beat Cabo. Couple that with the beauty of the shoreline as you’re headed out and Cabo is one of my favorites!
Jepp Walter
Jacksonville, FL
You may want to wear gloves while fighting the fish. I had a couple of blisters from winding so much! But it was well worth it!
Karyn Van Den Heuvel
If fishing Black Marlin is a great choice, Manual the skipper found the fish for us and the crew José and Manual, were fantastic as well and very helpful making sure we decked our Marlin
William Okuma
Bring your rain gear because the Pacific side is very windy and very cold. Oh where a hat you can cintch up under your chin!
FIDEL JIMENEZ
Colorado Springs, CO
Target the local experience Fishermen Johnny and Cesar. And early morning is the way I fished in cabo.
Cameron Paschall
Reno, NV
Get a smaller locally run boat as opposed to the larger party style boat.The local guys know what's up!
Donald Spencer
Florence, AZ
Get clear a understanding of what you are contracting for in writing or at least by text. Talk to several guides before making your choice.
Dustin Wilson
Avoid booking the 5 hour trips. 5 hour trips are great, but when conditions and fish throw you a curveball, the 8 hour gives much more flexibility to get things done.
Simon Solis
Rockford, IL
My very first trip was 8 hours. We caught some tuna and had a great time but it was a long day. For a first timer I would suggest a half day trip which I did the second time.
Julianne Reizen
Sandpoint, ID
It was a great experience. It’s a little more hit or miss than in the fall, but would definitely fish in the sling again!
Katherine Pedery
Warren, OR
If possible schedule your trip around prime fall fishing months. There are fish to be caught over spring break but fewer big exotics and rougher weather.
Katherine Pedery
Warren, OR
Weather was windy and warm water was pushed offshore. Good bottom fishing but marlin were too far out.
Doug Goeman
Grand Haven, MI
Ask more questions of the captain. Be more insistent of what you want. Read reviews of potential charters. Allow enough time to select the best option for you.
Shawn Kastl
Loveland, CO
The whale migration and water temps have an impact on fishing so beware you will not catch or catch little.
Corey Calderwood
Saratoga Springs, UT
I think we were a little late in the season. Captain said the best time to fish in Cabo is October through February
Larry Tritz
Phoenix, AZ
Keep in mind that February isn’t the prime fishing time but it’s great for whale watching. A great crew and Captain like Jose n Andres can still get you on fish!!!?
Alan Frailich
Los Angeles, CA
The price advertised is for the boat, not per individual. So, if you can find someone else to join you, you can split the cost.
Adam Nash
Salt Lake City, UT
Bring a sweater or sweatshirt for the first hour or two. It can be pretty chilly. Hat and sunglasses. Bring a smile and crew takes care of the rest.
Dean Rich
Phoenix, AZ
Check with your Captain before booking your trip to make sure that you get the experience that you expect! They are there to help you.
Duane Ondruch
Wharton, TX
You might not catch what you want due to the seasons of the fish but it was a great experience and the crew was badass. I will be trying to reserve another trip with Jose and Javier.
James Beck
NEW SALEM BRO, PA
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Went fishing with Fish On – Private Charters on June 23, 2022
Went fishing with Fish On – Private Charters on June 23, 2022
Check with someone before booking as to whether it is a good fishing season. We were told it was good for Marlin, but then also told that September is the best. We went in June.
Erich Mele
Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur
These type of operators aren’t settup to do multiple techniques, so if you book, know you’ll be getting one type of fishing - 90% trolling
Kristine Silva
Muskegon, MI
Make sure you take something for sea sickness prior to going out even if you you think you have good sea legs.
Scott Miner
Graham, WA
Check the moon phase table and bring a soft cooler and sweatshirt. Normally see whales that time of year.
Maria Martinez
YPG, AZ
Don’t fret about little things the crews there are professionals and if you’re missing something they will get for you.