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Fishing Charter Fleets

Setting up your charter and what to expect…

Although the amount of anglers who head for Los Cabos on their own yachts rises each year, the majority of visitors arrive by plane and hire charter boats. Guardian Angel Concierge can hook you up with a reputable fishing fleet. 
There are three fishing departure areas: The Cabo San Lucas marina, the center of the fishing community; the beach at Palmilla, just outside of San Jose del Cabo at Km. 27 of the Tourist Corridor; and at Poblado La Playa, also called La Playita, two miles east of San Jose. Most charters depart at 7 a.m.; you will need to arrive at 6:30 a.m. Transportation is not included in charter rates.

There are two types of fishing boats: pangas and cruisers.

The panga is a small, open-deck boat with an outboard motor like a Boston whaler. From 18’ to 26’ in length, pangas are more suitable for inshore fishing Facilities are limited depending on the size and amenities of the boat, rent a super panga if you want a head on board and make sure your panga has a Bimini top for shade, regardless of length. Pangas are the least expensive option for fishing and run from $165 to over $200 to rent for a six-hour trip.

The cruiser is the most popular vessel for big and small game fishing capable of going miles offshore to the best fishing ground. Amenities vary depending on the size, all have bathrooms on board, and luxury cruisers will have air-conditioned cabins. The size of the boat you charter will depend on how many people will be fishing with you. For one to four people, a 28 to 32’ boat works well, but bigger boats will have a longer range and more powerful engines to get you to the fishing grounds faster. Charter boats range from 28’ and up to super luxurious yachts with every amenity you could imagine. Your fishing representative will help you determine what size is appropriate for your party. A cruiser charter for eight hours will run you anywhere from $300 and up depending on size and amenities.

No matter what type of boat you charter, you will also need to make sure that everything you need is arranged before your fishing trip. The most convenient option is to book an all-inclusive charter where everything from bait to box lunches is provided for you. Both all-inclusive and regular charters include your fishing license, tackle, captain and crew. All-inclusive charters also include bait, lunch and beverages, and cleaning and filleting your catch.

 Fishing Charter Fleets

 

ABY Charters
Cabo San Lucas marina, main dock, at the Mercado de Artesanias (Arts and Crafts Market)
22’ Baja pangas to 52’ cruisers
Pangas: $165–$198 US (6 hrs); Cruisers: $300–$1,300 US (8 hrs)
Phone: (624) 144-4203
Fax: (624) 143-0874
Cell: 044-624-148-6640 (24-hours)
Daily 10am to 4pm

Cabo Magic Sportfishing
Ave. Lazaro Cardenas, next to Hotel Mar de Cortez, Cabo San Lucas
E-mail: tommyandlori@cabomagic.com
Phone: (624) 105 0403
US toll free: 888-475-5337
23’-33’ pangas and cruisers; 35’-55’ sportfishers and yachts

Solmar Sportfishing Fleet
Across the street from the main dock
Blvd. Marina, Cabo San Lucas
Phone: (624) 143-0646, 143-4542
Fax: (624) 143-0410
US toll free: 800 344-3349
Boats from 28’ - 36', with single or twin engine cruisers, plus a 110-ft. long range diving boat; $286–$715 US
Daily 8am to 5pm

Rafael’s Sportfishing Fleet
Hacienda dock, Cabo San Lucas marina
Phone/Fax: (624) 143-0018;
Cell: 044-624-147-532

 

Victor's Sportfishing
Hotel Posada Real, Paseo San José, Hotel Zone
San José del Cabo
Phone: (624) 142-1092
Fax: (624) 142-1093
Super pangas with canopies and cruisers from 26 - 33’
Daily, 9am to 1pm and 3:30pm to 7pm

Pisces Fleet Sportfishing
Cabo Maritime Center on the marina next to Costa Real Cabo
Cabo San Lucas
Phone: (624) 143-1288
Phone/Fax: (624) 143-0588
28’ cruisers to 86’ yachts: $365–$3,500 US
Open Mon to Fri, 7:30am to 6pm; Sat 9am to 6pm; and Sun 11am to 5pm

Picante Bluewater Sportfishing
Plaza Puerto Paraiso, next to La Europea
Cabo San Lucas
Phone: (624) 143-2474
Fax: 143-5969
US Reservations: (714) 572-6693
31’ to 40’ Yachts, $900–$1200 US, bilingual staff
Daily 6am to 8pm

Minerva’s Baja Tackle and SportFishing Charter Fleet
Boulevard Marina & Madero
Cabo San Lucas
Phone: (624) 143-1282, 143-2766
Fax: (624) 143-0440
Open Mon to Sat 9am–7pm
Fully equipped 31’, 33’ and 40’ Bertram sportfishers with complete tackle shop and repairs; local skippers and crew

El Gato Negro Sportfishing
Cabo Marina Dock C
Cabo San Lucas
Phone: (624) 143-5460
Cell: 044-624-141-5902
Hatteras 39’ cruiser $1,000 US plus tax

Fly Hooker Sportfishing
Cabo San Lucas
Phone/Fax: (624) 143-8271
Cell: 044-624-147-5614
$450 US per day for 1 day booking; $425 US per day for multiple day booking.
Six-passenger 31’ Foot Bertram Flybridge Sportfisher