Cabo San Lucas News

On November 23–24, at the legendary Tropic Star Lodge in Piñas Bay, Panama, Jason Bailey of Top Anglers Sportfishing Charters Cabo played a key role in making U.S. sportfishing history at the Panamerican Big Game Fishing Championship. Competing against elite teams from Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, and Venezuela, Team USA captured its first-ever medal in the event with a bronze finish.

Reeling in Memories: My First Cabo Sportfishing Experience with Top Anglers as a Travel Advisor. Through Top Anglers Sportfishing’s complimentary charter program for travel professionals, I was able to see firsthand why so many people rave about Cabo as a top-tier fishing and leisure destination. And let me just say—it was an experience we’ll never forget.

The 45-foot Cabo Express, part of the Top Anglers Sportfishing Charters Cabo fleet, is purpose-built for bluewater performance. Equipped with advanced electronics, tournament-grade gear, and a crew with decades of experience, she’s the perfect platform for both serious competition and unforgettable charter adventures.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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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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.

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.

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.

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...

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.

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.

Random check by FONMAR discovers invalid Mexico sportfishing licenses. This past week, FONMAR, the Marine Resources Protection Fund,...

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.

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.

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!

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.