Cabo Fishing Report – 2 Marlin Released – 3 Tuna – August 20th – 2026
August 20th, 2026
Blue Star – 32 Foot Luhrs – Captain Chewy
Charter Length: 10 Hours
Guests: Neil and Nolan, age 15
Guest City: Sedalia, Missouri
Catch: 2 Marlin – Released
Catch: 3 Tuna
Water Temperature: Approximately 88.7°F
Air Temperature: Warm August conditions, generally in the upper 80s
Weather: Hot, humid late-summer Cabo conditions with periods of sunshine and cloud cover
Wind: Light to moderate during the fishing day
Sea Conditions: Very warm offshore water with typical late-summer surface conditions
Moon: Waxing gibbous, approximately 59% illuminated
Fishing Area: Offshore Cabo San Lucas waters
A productive 10-hour Cabo fishing charter aboard the Blue Star delivered excellent late-summer action for Neil and 15-year-old Nolan, with Captain Chewy guiding the 32 Foot Luhrs through warm offshore waters in search of marlin and tuna. The result was an impressive five-fish day that included two marlin successfully released and three tuna landed, combining classic Cabo billfishing with the power and speed of offshore tuna.
Cabo Fishing Charter with Captain Chewy Produces Two Marlin Releases
Marlin are among the most iconic game fish associated with Cabo fishing, and landing two during the same charter created a memorable experience for Neil and Nolan. Captain Chewy worked the Blue Star through productive offshore zones where warm water, bait concentrations and current activity created favorable conditions for billfish. Marlin fishing requires constant attention from the captain and crew because opportunities can develop quickly. A fish may appear behind the spread, attack a lure or suddenly rise near bait activity, forcing the crew to react immediately.
Captain Chewy coordinated the boat positioning and fishing strategy while the crew helped manage the fights. Both marlin were eventually brought through successful battles and released, allowing the anglers to experience the excitement of Cabo billfishing while supporting responsible marlin conservation.
Cabo Tuna Fishing Adds Three Hard-Fighting Fish to the Day
The action continued with three tuna, giving the trip a strong multi-species character and demonstrating the diversity of offshore fishing in Cabo San Lucas. Tuna provide a very different battle from marlin. Their strength is usually directed downward, forcing anglers to maintain consistent drag pressure while the fish makes powerful runs beneath the boat.
Captain Chewy and the Blue Star crew remained flexible throughout the day, monitoring bird activity, bait movement, surface disturbances and current zones that could indicate feeding tuna. Landing three tuna in addition to two released marlin showed the advantage of staying adaptable during a long Cabo fishing charter. Rather than limiting the day to one species, Captain Chewy was able to react to changing offshore conditions and pursue multiple opportunities.
Cabo Fishing Conditions Favor Offshore Action in August
- August represents one of the warmest periods of the year for offshore Cabo sportfishing, and conditions on August 20 reflected that seasonal pattern.
- Water temperature around Cabo San Lucas was approximately 88.7°F, placing the offshore fishery firmly in a warm-water environment capable of supporting marlin, tuna, dorado and other pelagic species.
- The moon was approximately 59% illuminated, and late-summer conditions remained hot and humid with a mixture of sunshine and cloud cover.
- These warm-water conditions are important because baitfish and larger predators frequently occupy overlapping offshore zones. When bait becomes concentrated along currents or temperature edges, multiple species can become active in the same general area.
- That overlap is exactly what makes August Cabo fishing so exciting. One trolling pass may attract marlin, while nearby bird activity can reveal tuna feeding on the surface.
Why a 10-Hour Cabo Fishing Charter Creates More Opportunity
The 10-hour charter gave Captain Chewy substantially more flexibility than a shorter trip. Longer fishing days allow experienced captains to cover additional water, remain with productive activity and adjust the plan when offshore conditions change.
A 10-hour Cabo fishing charter can provide several advantages:
- More time to locate productive offshore water.
- Greater range when fish move farther from the marina.
- Additional opportunities to target multiple species.
- Flexibility to change techniques during the day.
- More fishing time after the first successful encounter.
For Neil and Nolan, this flexibility helped turn a successful marlin trip into a broader offshore adventure involving both billfish and tuna.
Why Fish With Captain Chewy and Blue Sky Cabo
Choosing the right captain can dramatically influence the quality of a Cabo fishing charter, and Captain Chewy brings local experience, adaptability and strong knowledge of Cabo’s offshore environment to the Blue Star. He evaluates water conditions, bait movement, current direction, bird activity and recent fishing patterns while making decisions throughout the charter. Instead of following a rigid route, Captain Chewy can adjust locations, trolling spreads and presentations as conditions develop. Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charter and Tours supports that approach with professionally maintained boats, quality tackle, advanced dredge and teaser systems and a fleet designed for different group sizes and fishing objectives.
The Blue Star, a 32 Foot Luhrs, offers an agile platform for marlin fishing, tuna fishing and mixed offshore trips. Blue Sky Cabo also emphasizes guest service and communication. English-speaking crews help anglers understand the fishing process, while GoPro, 360-degree and drone media can help capture important moments throughout the experience.
For families, that combination of professional fishing and personal service can make a major difference. Nolan, at only 15 years old, was able to experience serious offshore sportfishing alongside Neil while receiving guidance from Captain Chewy and the crew throughout the day.
Cabo Fishing Report Shows the Value of Experience and Flexibility
Two released marlin and three tuna made August 20th a standout day aboard the Blue Star. The combination of warm offshore water, a 10-hour charter and Captain Chewy’s ability to transition between billfish and tuna created exactly the type of diverse Cabo fishing experience many visiting anglers hope to find.
For travelers researching Cabo fishing charters, marlin fishing, tuna fishing, deep sea fishing or private Cabo sportfishing, this trip demonstrates why time, local knowledge and adaptability matter. A longer day gave Captain Chewy the flexibility to stay with productive water, pursue multiple species and maximize every opportunity available offshore.
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