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Cabo Sportfishing Blog
Welcome to our Cabo Sportfishing Blog
Stay updated with the latest Cabo sportfishing events, tips and insider news from Top Anglers Sportfishing Charters. Whether you're planning your next trip to Cabo San Lucas or simply following the action offshore, our blog covers everything from local news and updates to fishing tournaments. Read up on our latest news and also other other Cabo news, tips and offers available to you.


Top Anglers Sportfishing Cabo Boat & Crew Wins Bisbee's Jackpot
It was a thrilling week in Cabo San Lucas as Top Anglers Boat Wins Bisbee’s Black & Blue Tournament. Fishing aboard our 45-foot Cabo Express charter boat with Captain Ivan Gomez at the helm, the team Another Line —a group of anglers who chartered our boat for the event—made their mark by winning the Day-One Daily Jackpot and finishing third overall in the tournament standings. Their performance was nothing short of spectacular, highlighted by a 389-pound blue marlin that
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Cabo Sportfishing Charter Partners with IWFA
At Top Anglers Sportfishing Charters Cabo, we’ve always believed that sportfishing should be celebrated as a passion for everyone—bringing together people from all walks of life, bonded by the thrill of being on the water and chasing trophy fish. That’s why we’re excited to announce that we are now an official sponsor of the International Women’s Fishing Association (IWFA).
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Cabo Charter Operator Jason Bailey to Represent Team USA at Pan Am Big Game Fishing Tournament in Panama
Jason Bailey, managing partner of Top Anglers Sportfishing Charters in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, has been selected to represent the United States at the upcoming Panamerican Big Game Fishing Tournament this November at Tropic Star Lodge in Piñas Bay, Panama. Widely regarded as one of the world’s premier sportfishing destinations, Tropic Star holds more International Game Fish Association (IGFA) world records than any other lodge on the planet.
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Cabo Sportfishing Delivers Again: Ultra Rare Catch On Fishing Charter
This incredible catch comes right on the heels of another milestone we hit this summer: a “Super Grand Slam” on July 28, when one of our Cabo charter boats successfully landed striped marlin, yellowfin tuna, dorado (mahi mahi) and sailfish in one day.
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Cabo Whale Season: Go Sportfishing and see Whales for the Ultimate Experience
Cabo San Lucas is world-famous for two unforgettable experiences: incredible sportfishing and spectacular whale watching. Every year, thousands of travelers flock here to fish for marlin, dorado, tuna, wahoo and more. At the same time, visitors come from across the globe to witness the awe-inspiring sight of humpback and gray whales migrating through the warm waters of the Pacific and the Sea of Cortez.
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Cabo San Lucas Sportfishing — What Gamefish you can catch and when
Cabo San Lucas is a fishing paradise due to a mixing zone that concentrates bait and creates fireworks for anglers. You can catch a huge variety of sportfish here: billfish (marlin, sailfish, swordfish), dorado (mahi-mahi), tuna, wahoo, roosterfish, yellowtail and a long list of inshore and bottom species.
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Cabo Fishing Charters Glory: Super Grand Slam Landed on a Half-Day Charter!
Published July 28, 2025, by Top Anglers Sportfishing Charters – Cabo San Lucas If you thought lightning couldn’t strike twice in the same...
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Top Anglers Sportfishing Launches Travel Agent Program With 10% Commission & Free Cabo Sportfishing Charters!
There are a few rare travel experiences that are so epic, iconic, and unforgettable—they sell themselves. Sportfishing in Cabo San Lucas is one of them. With its unique location at the southern tip of the Baja Peninsula, where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez, Cabo offers some of the richest sportfishing grounds on Earth. Every year, thousands of anglers from around the globe travel here to pursue record-breaking marlin.
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Introducing Bisbee's Costa Rica Offshore Tournament
From April 15 to 17, 2026, Quepos—known for its world-class billfish fishery—will host the inaugural Bisbee’s Costa Rica Offshore Tournament. This marks a significant expansion of the prestigious Bisbee family of offshore sportfishing tournaments, joining the ranks of East Cape, Los Cabos, and the famed Black & Blue events.
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Mexico’s New $25 Tourist Tax: What Visitors to Cabo Need to Know
As of July 1, 2025, Baja California Sur has introduced a mandatory tourist tax of 470 MXN (about $25 USD) per person for non-resident visitors staying longer than 24 hours in destinations like Los Cabos, La Paz, Loreto, and Mulegé. Here's what to know about Mexico's new $25 tourist tax.
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Sport Fishing in Cabo: 762.5-Pound Black Marlin Landed
762.5 Lb. Black Marlin-Cabo San Lucas, June 29, 2025 Cabo San Lucas sportfishing catch shows why this is still a top destination to fish...
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Experience Cabo San Lucas Sportfishing with Top Anglers
Whether you’re a first-time angler or an expert fisherman, Top Anglers offers unforgettable Cabo fishing charters that combine excitement, comfort, and top-notch service on the stunning waters of Cabo San Lucas.
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Sammy Hagar Rocks Cabo: A Birthday Celebration Like No Other
Rock fans, get ready to raise your glasses and crank up the amps—Sammy Hagar, the legendary “Red Rocker,” has officially announced his annual Birthday Bash in Cabo San Lucas! This year, the celebration spans four electrifying nights—October 7, 9, 11, and 13—and promises unforgettable performances, surprise guests, and that legendary Baja heat at Cabo Wabo Cantina.
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Cabo's Top Rated Resorts
As a Cabo San Lucas business owner and hospitality enthusiast with a passion for uncovering what makes a vacation truly unforgettable, I set out on a mission to discover Cabo's top rated resorts, delivering the kind of customer service that turns a trip into a story you can’t stop telling.
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Fraud On Cabo Charter Boat
Random check by FONMAR discovers invalid Mexico sportfishing licenses. This past week, FONMAR, the Marine Resources Protection Fund,...
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Beware of Cabo San Lucas Fishing Charters Hidden Costs
When booking a sportfishing charter, it’s crucial to look beyond the advertised “teaser rates” to understand the true cost of your adventure. In this blog post, we’ll explore the hidden fees that can inflate the price of some charters and highlight why Top Anglers Sportfishing Charters stands out by offering a transparent, all-inclusive pricing model.
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New Cabo Resort To Open
The property will have 110 rooms that will range from standard to deluxe accommodations with some large suites that will offer guests rooms with kitchenettes, outdoor jacuzzis, and private terraces.
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Direct Flights to Cabo
It's been almost a year since we shared updates on direct flights to Cabo so we felt it was time for an update, as new flights are continuously being added. Read on to learn more about direct flights to Cabo from the U.S., Canada and now, Germany. Pack your bags, as Cabo San Lucas awaits your arrival!
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Captain Victor Vargas: World Championship Big Game Fishing
Captain Victor Vargas, founder and CEO of Top Anglers Sportfishing Charters in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, has been selected to represent Team Mexico at the 33rd World Championship Big Game Fishing, taking place from August 23 to 30, 2025, in Port Saint Louis du Rhône, France. Born in Mazatlán, Vargas began his professional sportfishing career at a young age with Starfleet Charters. In 1991, he moved to Cabo San Lucas and established Top Anglers Sportfishing Charters.
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Top Anglers Announces Luxury Cabo Yacht Charters
We’re thrilled to announce that a meticulously maintained 73-foot Hatteras yacht is now available for private charter through Top Anglers...
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