Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Depending on fishing experience, tourists wishing to charter a boat should think carefully about their choice. Do you need an experienced fishing guide to help reel in the big fish or would you prefer to do all the dirty work yourself with the minimum of input? There are at least 24 fishing charter companies in Cabo according to LosCabos-Tourism.com so there is a wide array of choice. Most have online presences where the ethos of the charter is laid out for you.
In 2010, according to the company Cabo Fishing Charters, the dorado and big tuna have been biting, big blue and black marlin have been caught and striped marlin and Pacific sailfish are in the area. Amberjack and snapper are being caught with deep dropping. September and October are some of the best months for Cabo fishing according to Cabo Fishing Charters with the focus being on blue and black marlin, dorado, wahoo and tuna.
Charters in Cabo can be for one person or up to twelve people. Gear is generally included but you should check before booking. The boats may offer bare boat prices, which do not include lunch, drinks, bait or Mexican fishing license. All-inclusive prices generally cover all these items. As of September 2010, half day prices range from about $310 for a four man boat to $5,000 for a twelve man yacht. Full days can cost from $445 for a four man boat to $7,000 for a twelve man yacht.