Los Cabos has nurtured a reputation among sport fishers as the marlin capital of the world, and for good reason.
The deep underwater canyons and warm currents of the Sea of Cortez create favorable fishing conditions year-round that, in addition to the famous striped marlin, boast flourishing populations of dorado (mahi mahi), yellowfin tuna and wahoo.
The secret to Los Cabos’ success with trophy fish? Conservation rules apply: after reeling in one per boat, catch and release is the name of the game with marlin and sailfish. The rest are yours to keep.
The bustling marina at Cabo San Lucas is always a flurry of activity in the afternoons as fishing boats return with their catches. The docks are also a prime place to charter a fishing boat (if you haven’t booked one with your hotel concierge desk first).
Contact the Mexico Department of Fisheries (619) 233-6956 where you will be informed of basic rules such as a maximum of 10 fish per day and no more than 5 of one species is allowed to be caught…
Fishing in Los Cabos requires a fishing permit which cost a low fare of 8 dollars a day or 25 dollars a month…a cheap price to pay to enjoy your own catch of the day prepared by yourself or one of the local fisherman (they sometimes offer to make delicious ceviche for a couple of dollars more).
You may take your catch home with you (simply talk with your California inspections for regulations) but we greatly encourage you to catch and release as 10 fish a day might be way more than needed.
Local fisherman give great fishing trips! Apart from being way cheaper than paying the steep price of $450 U.S for a few hours (it can reach up to $2,800 a day!) you will be taken to discover secret spots that only small boats can reach, chatting with the locals and learning a little more about Mexico or just making a new friend is a much more unique way of spending the day out in the ocean.
Information courtesy of www.mexicanpacific.com
