La Fortuna / Iman Bank Tuna Continue + Big Dorado and Strong Striped Marlin Activity
Warm water is still holding. Mornings are producing the most consistent action before the wind starts building around 1:00 PM.
Today’s Quick Report
The tuna bite continues on the La Fortuna / Iman Bank side, and we’re also seeing a strong push of good-sized dorado (15–30 lb). Warm water has kept the fish active, but wind often starts around 1:00 PM, so we highly recommend fishing in the morning for the smoothest ride and best consistency.
On the Palmilla side (about 5 miles off the coast), there are excellent reports of striped marlin with very good activity, mostly in the 80–120 lb range.
Recommended Boats
Best match for this report:
- Super Panga (with toilet) for comfort + speed + great value.
- Diesel boat with private bathroom for longer offshore time and premium comfort.
- We also have larger boats and experienced captains for serious offshore days.
Want the “private bathroom + diesel” option? Message us and we’ll match the best boat for your group and the conditions.
Recent Catches (Photos)
Fresh client photos with dorado (mahi mahi) and tuna. Alt text is optimized for SEO.
Super Panga 26ft (Toilet)
Ideal for tuna at La Fortuna / Iman Bank and quick moves when the bite changes. Comfortable, fast, and private.
Super Panga 23ft
Great option for dorado, nearshore action, and a solid morning session before the afternoon wind.
Captain Recommendations
Best timing
- Start early to maximize calm water and steady bites.
- Expect wind to build around 1:00 PM on some days — mornings are the most productive.
Where to go
- La Fortuna / Iman Bank: tuna continuing with consistent offshore opportunities.
- Palmilla (5 miles): striped marlin reports are strong with fish in the 80–120 lb class.
What to bring
- Light jacket for the early ride, sunglasses, sunscreen.
- Snacks you like, and let us know if you want a fish fillet + hotel delivery plan.
Fishing Techniques That Are Working
Tuna (La Fortuna / Iman Bank)
- Run-and-gun approach: find birds, foamers, and current edges.
- Live bait when available, plus trolling to locate, then switch to bait/jigs.
- Keep leaders clean and drags set right — tuna are unforgiving.
Dorado (15–30 lb)
- Look for floating structure and color changes in warm water.
- Small baits and quick presentations; dorado have been aggressive.
Striped Marlin (Palmilla)
- Slow-trolling / live bait presentations near bait balls.
- Stay alert: when marlin show, it can be multiple bites in a short window.
Conservation Message (Important to Daliken)
At Daliken Sportfishing, we love great fishing — and we want it to stay great for the future. We encourage anglers to keep only what you truly need and enjoy catch-and-release when it makes sense. We don’t restrict you, but if you like to collaborate with conservation, it helps protect the fishery so we can all keep enjoying strong seasons for years to come.
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Conditions & Planning
- Water: still warm, keeping dorado and pelagics active.
- Wind: some days it starts building around 1:00 PM — mornings recommended.
- Best plan: fish early offshore, then adjust to the most protected water if the breeze increases.
Book Your Trip
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