Wahoos on the Banks · Iman & Gordo — Tuna around, Dorado Slow, ~50% Shot at Marlin
Solid action this week in Iman Bank and Gordo Bank. The headline is wahoos in the 20–30 lb class, plus scattered yellowfin tuna. Dorado is slow, while striped marlin has been showing with roughly a 50% chance of bites depending on time and current lines.
Quick Conditions (Climas)
- Seas: generally calm mornings, light chop mid-day on the banks.
- Water: warm blue edges along Iman & Gordo; look for color/temperature breaks.
- Bait: live bait available early at the marina (extra cost); sardine & squid for tuna, ballyhoo/cabs when available.
- Best window: early launch (06:10 AM) for wahoo/marlin; tuna bites vary by current.
Captain’s Recommendations & Techniques
- Wahoo: High-speed trolling along drop-offs; wire leaders, darker diving plugs/jet heads, short traces. Work the edges of Iman/Gordo.
- Tuna: Drift and chunk or slow-troll live bait when schools show; keep fluorocarbon leaders handy if they’re finicky.
- Marlin: Troll small to medium lures/rigged ballyhoo on the temperature/color lines; keep a pitch bait ready on the bow.
- Tackle: 30–50 lb for wahoo/tuna, 50–80 lb for marlin pitch. Check drags before first light.
Client Highlights — Wahoo (Iman & Gordo)
Client Highlights — Sailfish (Pez Vela)
26ft Super Panga — Wahoo & Marlin (Video)
Know Before You Go
- Departure: 06:10 AM from the marina in San José del Cabo.
- Included on board: iced cooler & bottled water. You’re welcome to bring snacks or drinks.
- Live bait & fishing licenses are extra and arranged the morning of the trip.
- We recommend 6-hour trips for the best shot at wahoo/marlin windows.
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