Cabo Yellowfin Tuna Fishing 2025 | Peak Season & Expert Tips
🎣 Introduction:
If you’re chasing explosive offshore action in Cabo, yellowfin tuna should be at the top of your target list. Known for their speed, strength, and delicious table fare, yellowfin are a prized catch that frequent the rich waters around Los Cabos from summer into late fall. Whether you’re looking to fill the cooler or land a personal best over 100 lbs, Epic Ventures Fishing Charters has the inside scoop on when, where, and how to make your tuna dreams come true.
📆 Peak Yellowfin Tuna Season in Cabo
Best Months:
🔸 July – November is prime time, with August through October producing the largest fish.
Why this window matters:
Water temperatures rise to 78–84°F
Abundant baitfish (sardines, skipjack, squid) draws tuna inshore and offshore
Weather is stable, making offshore runs more productive
🐟 Bonus: These months often overlap with dorado and marlin season — perfect for multi-species trips!
📍 Top Spots to Catch Yellowfin Tuna Around Cabo
Gordo Banks – East of San José del Cabo
🐟 Known for giant "cow" yellowfin over 200 lbsSan Jaime Bank – Offshore west of Cabo
🐟 Great for high-speed troll bites and dolphin schools95 Spot / 1150 Spot – Southeast of Cabo
🐟 Productive for tuna schools and kite fishingCabo Falso Ridge – Close-to-shore structure
🐟 Good for smaller tuna on shorter charters
🧰 Pro Tips: How to Hook Up with Cabo Tuna
🎯 1. Use Live Bait Wisely
Sardines and skipjack tuna are prime live baits.
Drift fishing or slow trolling increases your hookup rate.
Tip: Hook live bait through the nose for trolling or the back for drifting to enhance swimming action.
🎣 2. Chum to Create a Feeding Frenzy
Tossing handfuls of live sardines overboard can bring tuna to your boat.
Chumming is especially effective on Gordo Banks and around porpoise schools.
🪁 3. Try Kite Fishing for Giants
Suspends live bait from above, keeping it on the surface where big tuna attack.
Great technique when tuna are "line shy" or surface feeding.
🎣 4. Go Light or Go Heavy
For school-size tuna (20–50 lbs): 30–40 lb fluorocarbon leader on spinning gear.
For cows (100+ lbs): 80–130 lb gear with heavy-duty reels, circle hooks, and 100+ yards of drag-ready line.
🔊 5. Watch for Dolphin Pods
Yellowfin often travel beneath porpoises. Stay alert for surface activity, jumping dolphins, or diving birds.
👀 If you find the birds, you’ll often find the fish.
🔥 What Makes Cabo Tuna Fishing Special?
Year-round potential, with a defined summer-fall peak
Accessible waters — big tuna just a few miles offshore
Giant fish — 200+ lb yellowfin caught every year
Tournament-ready charter fleet at Epic Ventures
🚤 Why Choose Epic Ventures Fishing Charters?
✅ Experienced Crews with tuna tournament experience
✅ High-end Gear including kite rigs, tuna tubes, and stand-up tackle
✅ Custom Charter Packages — full-day trips tailored to serious tuna hunters
✅ English-speaking Captains who know the bite
📅 Book Your Yellowfin Tuna Adventure Today
Whether you're looking to land your first yellowfin or take on a 200-lb monster, Epic Ventures Fishing Charters is ready to deliver. Summer and fall dates for 2025 are booking fast — especially during tuna jackpot events and the peak August-October window.
Contact us to reserve your charter and go toe-to-fin with Cabo’s hardest-hitting fish.
