Wahoos & Tunas at Iman Bank – Solid Action
Iman Bank
Tuna 15–60 lb
Wahoo 20–30 lb
Marlin ~50%
Slow Dorado
Quick Summary
Tuna (YFT)15–60 lb • steady bite
Wahoo20–30 lb • active
Doradoslow/isolated
Marlin≈ 50% chances
Iman Bank continues producing solid results with school-size to medium yellowfin tunas and wahoo action along the edges. Dorado remains scarce, and marlin activity sits around a 50% chance depending on bait presence.
Weather & Sea Conditions
Typical early November pattern: calm morning seas with increasing breeze toward midday. Water remains warm and clean on the Sea of Cortez side. We recommend early departure to take advantage of the first bite window.
- Suggested departure: 6:10 AM from Puerto Los Cabos.
- Plan A: Iman Bank with flexibility to move toward Gordo or La Fortuna if wind shifts.
- Licenses & bait: Our crew handles everything before departure.
Note: Routes and techniques may adjust based on the morning harbor report.
Captain Recommendations
Tuna (15–60 lb)
- Live sardines with light chumming; fluorocarbon leaders 40–60 lb.
- Vertical jigging using 100–180 g metal jigs (blue/silver). Drop to bottom and work through mid-depths.
- Slow trolling with ballyhoo or diving plugs when bait is scattered.
Wahoo (20–30 lb)
- High-speed trolling along drop-offs with medium/deep diving plugs.
- Wire leader 60–90 lb to prevent bite-offs.
- Wahoo bombs and fast casts in clean current lines.
Marlin & Dorado
- Marlin: ~50% chance when bait balls hold; watch birds and surface movement.
- Dorado: slow but possible around debris or weed lines.
Client Photos – Wahoo
Client Photos – Tuna
Onboard Video – Super Panga 23 ft
Short clip of tuna fight on our 23 ft Super Panga.
Techniques & Recommended Gear
- Fluorocarbon: 40–60 lb for tuna, and wire leader 60–90 lb for wahoo.
- Metal jigs: 100–180 g, drop freely and work through depth where sonar marks show fish.
- Trolling: high speed for wahoo along the drop, slow speed with ballyhoo or diving plugs for tuna.
- Clean presentation: sharp hooks, minimal hardware, smooth drag for long runs.
Before You Go
- Check-in at 6:10 AM at Puerto Los Cabos.
- Bring sunscreen, hat, light long sleeves, and extra snacks/water if desired.
- Fish cleaning and filleting included (tip optional). Vacuum pack & freezing available for $2 USD/lb.
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Licenses and bait are arranged based on group size and daily conditions. Private charters only.
