Pisces Fishing Report September 26- October 2, 2025
Catch success rate 95.40% Billfish 47.13% Dorado 26.44%,
Other 6.90%, Tuna 62.07%, Wahoo 2.39%.
Overall, this week has been marked by consistent weather patterns, with calm seas and clear skies creating ideal fishing conditions. Anglers enjoyed a variety of successful trips, targeting a mix of Marlin, Dorado, and Yellowfin Tuna. With water temperatures holding steady in the mid-80s, both local and visiting fishermen found the bite to be steady as well.
The favorable conditions enabled crews to cover more ground and maximize their catch. Each day brought new highlights and memorable experiences for seasoned anglers and those new to the game, further cementing Cabo’s reputation as a premier sportfishing destination. Reports indicated that teamwork between captains and mates played a crucial role in successfully landing larger fish and ensuring safe releases, particularly with marlin. Visitors expressed appreciation for the personalized guidance and expertise provided on board, which enhanced their overall’ experience and added to the thrill of sportfishing in Cabo San Lucas.
Friday, September 26, 2025 Skies: Clear, Seas: Calm, Wave Ht. 2-4ft.Water Temp: 86°F.Air Temp: 77°F. 87f.
Rafael Castro booked the “RIPPER,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge, with Captain Abel and Mates Niko and Jose Luis for his fishing trip on Friday. He had heard great things about the Captain and the mate and was eager to join them on a journey. When they headed to the Lighthouse, he was sure he would have a successful trip, and he did. Outside the Hard Rock and the Faro 2, he caught and released three Striped Marlin weighing from 70 to 100 pounds on bait, followed by two Dorado weighing 12 and 18 pounds on caballito at the Faro, and eight Yellowfin Tuna weighing up to 30 pounds on bait and feathers outside the Lighthouse. It was the trip he had dreamed of making.
Captain Frank and Mate Arturo L. readied their boat, the “ADRIANA,” a 28-foot Uniflite, for a promising day on the water. Fishing conditions were ideal as the team set out for the Jaime Bank. The anglers, Alejandro Gomez and Arturo Gilfus, who were from Cabo San Lucas, eagerly anticipated a productive outing given the favorable weather. And their day turned out to be very successful, with fourteen 10 to 90-pound Yellowfin Tuna caught on bait, and one 90-pound Sailfish released on Ballyhoo at the San Jaime Bank.
Saturday, September 27,2025 Skies: Clear
Seas: Calm, Wave Ht.: 4-5 FT
Water Temp: 85-88 F Air Temp: 82-88
On Saturday, Captain Lopez and Mate Martinez aboard the “BILL COLLECTOR II,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge, welcomed anglers Billy Howell and Tanner Faulkner from California. The team decided to target Yellowfin Tuna near the San Jaime Bank, where they managed to land nine of the Yellowfin Tuna, ranging from 20 to 87 pounds, using a Kite, live bait, and trolling lures. Their efforts were further rewarded with the catch and release of a 140 to 150-pound Striped Marlin, adding excitement to an already memorable day on the water.
Cody Gore, Jerry Griffith, Melissa Benward, and Sonya Weeler, from Kansas, chose the “VALERIE,” a 35-foot Bertram, and Captain Roberto Sandez and Mate Salvador Flores, who decided to try their hand at catching tuna. They headed to the Herradura, where they caught and released one 70-pound Striped Marlin on a bait, and eleven Yellowfin Tuna weighing from 10 to 30 pounds on lures, all at the Herradura.
Sunday, September 28, 2025 Skies: Clear Seas: Calm Wave Ht. 4-5 FT WIND 10 MPH Water Temp: 86-88 F
Bob Luis Galvan, Hector Galvan, and Miguel Galvan, of Villarreal City, Texas, chose the “TIBURON,” a 31-foot Bertram, with the popular Captain Rosendo Gomez, and fun-loving Mate SUPER Marioooo. They caught one 18 to 20-pound Dorado on a lure at the San Jaime Bank, and seven Yellowfin Tuna up to 35 pounds also at the San Jaime Bank on lures.
The “TRACY ANN,” a 31-foot Bertram with Captain Julio Castro and Mate TracyAnn Raul Leal, took their clients to the San Jaime Bank, where reports were that Striped Marlin and Yellowfin were keeping anglers busy. Arturo Soto, Debbie Soto, Omar Sahadi, Patricia Sahadi, Ray Mercado, and Yvonne Mercado from Texas were eager to get started, and they got started with a bang! Enjoying the bountiful waters, they first caught and released two Striped Marlin, weighing from 100 to 120 pounds, on caballito. Then they caught five Dorado and three Yellowfin Tuna to 28 pounds on bait, all at the San Jaime Bank.
“CHASIN TAIL,” a 62-foot Viking with Captain Pepe and Mates Ramon and Ulises, welcomed the return of their friends, anglers Jim and Ann Anderson from California. They headed to one of their favorite spots, the San Jaime Bank, where the Andersons caught and released one Sailfish weighing around 90 pounds, and they caught nine Yellowfin Tuna, with the heaviest weighing 98 pounds on lures and caballito at the Herradura.
Monday, September 29, 2025 Skies: Clear Seas: Calm Wave Ht.: 4-5 FT WIND 11 MPH Water Temp: 84 F < >Air Temp: 82-86 F
Captain Carmelo and Mate Brian on the “EL CAZADOR,” a 29-foot Black Fin, welcomed the Flowers, Tanner, and Tenley, from San Antonio, Texas, on board for their day of fishing. Even though it turned out to be less than a four-hour trip (Departure: 6:30 AM, Returned: 10:22 AM, Comments: SEA SICKKKKK), the Flowers caught and released two Blue Marlin weighing between 150 and 200 pounds on a Tigrillo lure and a Guamayo lure outside the Cerro Spot.
“LA BRISA,” a 31-foot Bertram, captained by Ray Winkler and Mate Victor Gutierrez, headed straight for the Cerros de Arena, where Carlos Urrutia, Jessica Urrutia, Manuel Robert Chavez, and Maria de Consuelo Chavez, from San Antonio, Texas, first caught two 18 to 20-pound Dorado on a lure and bait, and two Yellowfin Tuna that weighed between 20 and 30 pounds on cuchi.
Graham Baker and William Baker from Park City, Utah, chartered the “REBECCA,” a 31-foot Bertram, with Captain Jose Ramon Alucano and Mate Macelo, who took their clients to the San Jaime Bank to fish. Unfortunately, the fish were not biting, but they managed to catch a 20-pound Yellowfin Tuna on a petrolero lure. The Bakers enjoyed the combination of gentle breezes and warm water temperatures, which made it especially pleasant to spend extended periods on deck, waiting for a strike. And what made it equally enjoyable was the camaraderie as they exchanged friendly banter and received encouragement from the crew.
Jack Meck chose the “KARINA,” a 30-foot Bertram, with Captain Bruce and Mate Velez managing the boat. They decided to run to the Lighthouse, and when they were three miles out from the Lighthouse, Jack Meck, their angler, caught and released one 180-pound Blue Marlin on a guacamayo lure. Although the Blue put up quite a fight, they were able to get him in close enough for a release.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Skies: Clear Seas: Calm Wave Ht.: 4-5 FT WIND 5 MPH Water Temp: 86-88 F Air Temp: 85-90 F
On the “RUTHLESS 2,” a 31-foot Bertram, Captain Beto Lira and Mate Chuy Romero ran to the Golden, where Mark Tibbs and Peggi Jo Tibbs, from Fort Worth, Texas, caught a beautiful Dorado weighing around 15 pounds on a caballito. Each charter found ways to celebrate their time on the water. In this case, the thrill of watching the colorful Dorado do its acrobatic tricks was reward enough for the Tibbs couple—it was an experience to remember.
Clients from Lapain, Ontario, Canada, Austin Wilds, Jeff Louis, and Therese Wilds, who fished with Captain Abel and Mates Niko and Ninja, on the “RIPPER,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge, were lucky enough to catch three Yellowfin Tuna weighing from 15 to 75 pounds on the Kite outside San Jaime Bank. The Canadians expressed appreciation for the guidance and expertise provided by the Pisces Captain Abel and Mates Niko and Ninja, which enhanced their overall experience and added to the thrill of sportfishing in Cabo.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025 Skies: Clear Seas: Calm Wave Ht.: 4-5 FT WIND 5 MPH Water Temp: 88-86 F Air Temp: 89-93 F
“RUTHLESS,” a 31-foot Bertram, run by Captain Beto Lira and Mate Chuy Romero, struck the jackpot at the Herradura for their clients from Knightdale, North Carolina. When the Moore family approached the boat, Captain Beto could tell they were experienced fishermen and welcomed them aboard. They headed out to the Herradura, where they caught and released a 100-pound Striped Marlin, two Dorado on Ballyhoo, and a 105.5-pound Yellowfin Tuna, all on bait. The atmosphere on running in was lively, with everyone exchanging stories about their biggest catches and the challenges presented by the day’s catches.
Thursday, October 2, 2025 Skies: Clear Seas: Calm Wave Ht.: 4-5 FT WIND 5 MPH Water Temp: 85 F Air Temp: 87-92 F
“LA CHINGONA,” a 46-foot Viking, with Captain Ricardo at the Helm and his Mates running the cockpit, took his guests, Guy Penna, John Daquila, Joseph Rinaldi, and Salvatore Safonte, from Staten Island, New York, to the Jaime Bank, the Captain’s favorite fishing spot. There, they caught five Yellowfin Tuna weighing from 25 pounds to 90 pounds on lures and bait.
Captain Abel and Mates Ninja and Niko-2, had a group from Austin, Texas, on the “RIPPER,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge. They ran outside the 95 Spot, where the anglers, Chris Von Dohlen, Samuel Bernal, and Timothy Von Dohlen, from Austin, Texas, caught seven Yellowfin Tuna in the vicinity of 25 to 30 pounds on bait and feathers, and two 80-pound Sailfish on caballito and a lure.
Each charter had its own standout moments. Reports indicated that teamwork between captains and mates played a crucial role in successfully landing larger fish and ensuring safe releases, particularly with marlin. The personalized guidance and expertise provided on board enhanced the angler’s overall experience, adding to the thrill of sportfishing in Cabo San Lucas. Each day, bringing new highlights and memorable experiences, further cemented Cabo’s reputation as a premier sportfishing destination.
That Baja Guy