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Fly Fishing in San José del Cabo – Roosterfish on the Fly, Baja Style

🎣 Fly Fishing in San José del Cabo

A raw, technical and unforgettable saltwater fly challenge

Quick Answer

For fly fishing in San José del Cabo, the prime window is April–October at first light, targeting roosterfish, jack crevalle, ladyfish and more from Super Pangas (23–26ft) or on-foot beach sessions. Standard trips are 4–6 hours (8h opcional) departing 6:10 AM – Puerto Los Cabos.

  • Duration: 4–6 hours (8 hours on request)
  • Best for: Sight casting, teasing, light surf/beach
  • Departure: 6:10 AM – Puerto Los Cabos Marina
  • Includes: Boat, captain & mate, water, ice, terminal tackle (flies on request)
  • Extra costs: Fishing license ≈ $20 USD pp, live bait (if used) ≈ $30 USD total
  • Tip: Crew gratuity & fish cleaning at your discretion

If you’re looking to take your fishing to the next level, fly fishing in San José del Cabo is a raw, technical and unforgettable challenge. From sight-casting to roosterfish along the beach to teasing up jacks nearshore, this is a saltwater fly angler’s dream.

At Daliken Sportfishing we know fly requires a different approach: reading wind/current, boat positioning and fast, accurate presentations. Our captains and local guides are dialed on seasonal movements and bait.

Angler fly fishing from a Super Panga near San José del Cabo
Low, quiet platforms and quick repositioning make pangas ideal for sight casting.

🎯 Top Species You Can Target on the Fly

  • Roosterfish (pez gallo): the holy grail — explosive surface eats
  • Jack crevalle: aggressive, fast, often on bait balls and points
  • Ladyfish: acrobatic and perfect for honing strip-sets
  • Needlefish & sierra mackerel: common on 8–10wt setups

📅 Best Season for Fly in San José

  • April–October: peak roosterfish along beach drop-offs
  • Mornings + moving tides: clean water & light wind windows
  • Inshore structure: current seams, sand/rock edges, bait schools
Roosterfish caught on fly rod in Los Cabos
Roosterfish on fly: fast hunts along the beachline when conditions align.

🧰 How We Fly Fish in Cabo

  • Teasing: hookless lures to raise fish, then drop your fly
  • Lines: floating/intermediate for beach & nearshore
  • Rods: 8–10wt with strong drags & 30–40 lb leaders
  • Patterns: sardine/mullet/needlefish — we help you gear up

🚤 Recommended Boats for Fly

  • DALIKEN 23ft Panga: agile, low profile, tight casts along the beach
  • DALIKEN 26ft Super Panga: more stability & shade for longer sessions
  • DALIKEN 32–33ft: extra comfort & deck space for 2 fly anglers

We also offer beach-based fly trips on foot guided by locals for maximum stealth.

“Fly fishing in Baja is the hunt: reading water, timing tides and delivering perfect shots.”

— Captain Jaime, Daliken Sportfishing

❓ Fly Fishing FAQs – San José del Cabo

Do I need a fishing license for fly trips?
Yes — about $20 USD per person. We’ll guide you on how to get it quickly.
Can I rent a fly setup?
Yes. Tell us your rod weight preference (8–10wt). We can also prep leaders and flies matched to current bait.
Is live bait used when fly fishing?
Sometimes for teasing only. If used, live bait is paid separately (~$30 USD total).
Beach or boat — what’s better?
Both work. Panga = mobility & quick shots. Beach = stealth & intimate sight casting. We’ll choose by wind/tide.
Meeting time and place?
6:10 AM at Puerto Los Cabos Marina. Ask for Felipe near the orange containers area.