September 26, 2023 – 1 Marlin Released, 1 Skipjack Released – Cabo Fishing Report
An eight-hour private fishing charter aboard the 35-foot Riviera Blue Water delivered two species and two successful releases for Penny and Eric on September 26, 2023. Departing Cabo San Lucas at 6:00 AM, Captain Oscar and the Blue Sky Cabo crew spent the morning and early afternoon pursuing offshore gamefish before returning at 2:00 PM.
The day’s confirmed catch included one marlin and one skipjack, both released. With two passengers, eight hours on the water and lunch provided for both guests, the charter combined a serious offshore fishing schedule with a comfortable private yacht experience.
Cabo Fishing Report – FISHING DATA SNAPSHOT
Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 | Departure: 6:00 AM
Return: 2:00 PM | Duration: 8 hours
Vessel: 35′ Riviera Blue Water | Captain: Oscar
Guests: Penny and Eric | Passengers: 2
Marlin: 1 released | Skipjack: 1 released
Total Catch: 2 fish | Release Rate: 100%
Lunch: 2 guests | Departure Dock: F Dock, IGY Marina
Season: Early autumn | Location: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Eight-Hour Cabo Fishing Charter Report Delivers a Marlin Encounter
September is an important transition period in the Cabo San Lucas sportfishing calendar. Warm offshore waters can support marlin, dorado, tuna, wahoo and other gamefish, creating opportunities for captains to work several different fishing strategies.
For Penny and Eric, the eight-hour charter provided an extended window for Captain Oscar to search for offshore activity.
The Blue Water is a 35-foot Riviera designed to accommodate private fishing groups seeking professional crew assistance and a dedicated sportfishing experience.
With only two guests aboard, Penny and Eric had the advantage of a private yacht rather than sharing the fishing day with unrelated passengers.
The marlin was the standout fish recorded for the charter.
Marlin are among Cabo’s most recognized offshore species, known for their speed, strength and spectacular fighting ability. Successfully bringing one alongside the boat is a memorable achievement for any recreational angler.
The crew completed the encounter with a release, consistent with Blue Sky Cabo’s marlin conservation practices.
The booking record does not identify the marlin species, so the fish is recorded simply as a marlin rather than being classified as blue, striped or black.
Cabo Offshore Fishing Charter Report Records Skipjack and Marlin Releases
The second confirmed species was skipjack.
Skipjack are energetic members of the tuna family, recognized for their rapid movements and determined fights.
Although often smaller than the yellowfin tuna pursued by offshore anglers, skipjack can provide exciting action on appropriate fishing equipment.
They also occupy an important place in the offshore food chain, where they may serve as prey for larger predators.
Penny and Eric’s skipjack was released, completing a two-fish charter with no recorded fish retained.
The final catch breakdown was straightforward:
- One marlin caught and released.
- One skipjack caught and released.
- Two species recorded.
- Two total fish caught.
- Zero fish retained.
- Eight hours of private charter time.
This is a factual record of the charter rather than an estimate of additional strikes, lost fish or unreported activity.
September Cabo Fishing Conditions and Charter Planning Report
Late September in Cabo San Lucas typically features warm air, warm ocean temperatures and changing offshore conditions as the region moves toward October’s major fishing tournaments.
Water temperatures during this seasonal period can remain favorable for several pelagic species, although productive fishing depends on currents, bait concentrations, wind and localized temperature differences.
An eight-hour charter provides more flexibility than a shorter five-hour outing.
The captain has additional time to investigate fishing grounds, evaluate changes in activity and consider alternative approaches when necessary.
For anglers interested in marlin, that flexibility can be valuable because locating billfish may require patience and sustained searching.
The specific offshore fishing coordinates, sea-state measurements and fishing techniques for Penny and Eric’s trip were not recorded in the supplied charter notes and are therefore not assigned to the trip.
Private Cabo Fishing Yacht Report Highlights Two-Passenger Charter
A two-person charter offers a different experience from a large group outing.
There is more opportunity for individual participation, personal instruction and direct communication with the captain and crew.
The eight-hour schedule also allows guests to settle into the fishing experience without the same time pressure associated with shorter trips.
Lunch for two was included in Penny and Eric’s booking.
For guests spending a full day offshore, having food arrangements organized before departure contributes to a more comfortable experience.
The Blue Water is one of five private fishing yachts operated by Blue Sky Cabo Fishing and Tours, whose fleet ranges from 32 to 60 feet.
Cabo Fishing Charter Report Shows the Value of Responsible Fish Releases
Both fish recorded on September 26 were released.
The marlin release reflects Blue Sky Cabo’s approach to billfish conservation, while the skipjack release is consistent with the company’s handling of that species.
The result was a 100% release rate across the day’s confirmed catch.
Responsible fishing is an important part of Cabo’s long-term sportfishing appeal.
Marlin are especially valuable as living gamefish, providing future opportunities for recreational anglers and supporting the destination’s international fishing reputation.
For Penny and Eric, the day’s record combined a marlin encounter, a second species and a full eight-hour private fishing experience.
Final Cabo Fishing Report for the Blue Water September Charter
Captain Oscar returned the 35-foot Riviera Blue Water at 2:00 PM after an eight-hour charter with Penny and Eric.
The confirmed result was one marlin released and one skipjack released.
Both guests received lunch, and the charter finished with two recorded species and no fish retained.
This September outing illustrates the variety of experiences available aboard a private Cabo San Lucas fishing yacht, from powerful billfish encounters to energetic smaller offshore species.
Blue Sky Cabo Fishing and Tours
Cell / WhatsApp: +1 480-635-2965
Website: Cabo Fishings
F Dock, IGY Marina, Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico
