Cabo San Lucas Sports Fishing

Fishermen come to Cabo San Lucas for sports fishing from all over the world, to catch the fish of a lifetime. Cabo San Lucas has long been known for its world class fishing. Beginning in the 1950’s, affluent anglers from all over the world came to Cabo San Lucas and Los Cabos, Mexico for the abundance of billfish that live in the fertile waters of the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez. No other fishing destination in the world can compare to Cabo San Lucas for the numbers and varieties of fish caught year round. High levels of plankton and other nutrients in the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez mix together creating the perfect environment for fish, ranging from tiny fish to massive marine mammals. Even if you don’t know anything about fishing, Cabo San Lucas is a great place to start your fishing experience.

Cabo San Lucas is known as the "Marlin Capital of the World" because there as are more marlin caught here than any other place in the world. But Marlins aren't the only fish that you can catch in Cabo San Lucas. There is a large variety of other colorful fish sought after by fishermen in Los Cabos, such as Mahi Mahi (Dorado), Yellow-fin Tuna, Wahoo and Snapper

Even if you are not an avid fisherman, it is not unusual to catch one or more fish on your first trip. Once reserved for the wealthy few, fishing in Cabo is now within reach of almost all visitors and an experience not to be missed. Not only will you feel the thrill of catching the fish, but you can bring your fish to almost any restaurant in Los Cabos. They will prepare your fish and even serve rice and beans for a small price.  Also your fishing excursion gives you an opportunity to view Cabo San Lucas, and its landmarks, from a unique perspective and often allows you to get a close up look at Whales, Dolphins and Sea Lions.