Doable, a little bumpy — an AM trip is your best bet.
Charters leave at first light — calmest seas and the strongest morning bite.
Whale watching
Humpback and gray whales migrate to Cabo's warm water from mid-December to mid-April — breaching, tail-slaps and, in the Baja lagoons, famously friendly close encounters. Morning tours from the marina have the calmest seas.
What's biting this season
Cabo is the “Marlin Capital of the World.” Typical for July:
Striped Marlin
Blue & Black Marlin
Dorado (Mahi-Mahi)
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Roosterfish (inshore)
Sea state is a model estimate for the offshore Pacific; species are typical for the season and vary year to year. Always confirm with a licensed captain.
FAQ
When is whale watching season in Los Cabos?
Whale watching in Los Cabos runs roughly from mid-December to mid-April, when humpback and gray whales migrate to the warm waters off Cabo. Mornings are calmest and best for tours.
What fish are biting in Los Cabos now?
This season you can expect Blue & Black Marlin, Dorado (Mahi-Mahi), Yellowfin Tuna, Roosterfish (inshore). Cabo is known as the "Marlin Capital of the World," with striped marlin around much of the year and dorado and tuna through the warmer months.
What time should I go fishing in Cabo?
Most charters leave at first light. Today's sunrise is 5:40 AM — a departure around then means calmer seas and the best bite.