Fishing charters San Jose del Cabo

Fish Report: Iman Bank & La Fortuna – Big Tunas, Wahoo & Dorado

Fish Report: Iman Bank & La Fortuna – Big Tunas, Wahoo & Dorado

Fish Report – Iman Bank & La Fortuna

This week brought a mixed tuna bite: on one hand, giant tuna that require patience and dedication (often much of the day for that one bite); on the other, excellent action on 10–30 lb tuna perfect for all levels. Add to that wahoo and dorado patrolling the area, and the fishing remains exciting.

Quick Overview

  • Hotspots: Iman Bank & La Fortuna (San José del Cabo)
  • Species: Tuna (10–30 lb & XL giants), Wahoo, Dorado, Cabrilla
  • Departure: 6:10 AM from San José del Cabo Marina
  • Best for: School tuna for families & beginners; giants for experienced anglers

Conditions

  • Variable currents with marked feeding windows
  • Clean blue water patches along Iman–Fortuna corridor
  • Wahoo strikes scattered; dorado near color breaks and weedlines

Effective Techniques

  • Chumming & drift for 10–30 lb tuna
  • Vertical jigging on drop-offs and edges
  • High-speed trolling with diving plugs for wahoo
  • Live bait slow troll for dorado when surface life shows

Captain’s Recommendations

Chasing giants?Be ready to spend hours waiting for the right moment. This is a challenge for experienced anglers looking for that once-in-a-lifetime bite.
Want steady action?10–30 lb school tuna are biting well, great for families, kids, and first-timers.
Wahoo & DoradoStay alert at color changes. Quick strikes—keep lines ready.
Comfort onboardBring sunscreen, cap, long sleeves, polarized sunglasses, and seasickness medication if needed.

Tip: If your goal is that big tuna, let us know when booking. We’ll adjust the strategy to maximize your shot—even if it means fewer species changes.

Photo Highlights

Client with tuna and dorado at Iman Bank – Daliken Sportfishing
Angler with tuna and dorado at Iman Bank.
Daliken Sportfishing crew with 200 lb tuna – offshore fishing San José del Cabo
Crew with giant tuna (~200 lb). Dedication rewarded.
Client with wahoo catch near La Fortuna – fishing charter Los Cabos
Wahoo strike near La Fortuna.
Client with cabrilla inshore catch – San José del Cabo
Cabrilla caught on structure.
Client with 10 lb tuna – San José del Cabo charter
10–15 lb tuna: great for beginners and kids.

Before You Go

  • Water & ice included on all trips. Fishing licenses & bait are paid separately.
  • Check-in: 6:10 AM at San José del Cabo Marina.
  • We can fillet your catch dockside (tip recommended). Vacuum-sealing & hotel delivery available upon request.

Target species in mind? Tell us when booking and we’ll plan the strategy for your trip.

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