Airports, marinas, documents, lodging areas, packing and the booking details that prevent avoidable problems.
Start here
Los Cabos charters can leave from Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Los Cabos, or another launch point. The marina matters more than the town name.
Boats often leave before normal breakfast or shuttle hours. Get a written pickup time and meeting point from the operator.
Ask about licenses, bait, food, drinks, fish processing, dock fees, tax, and gratuity. Packages differ by boat and operator.
Wind and tropical systems can change offshore plans. Travel insurance and a spare day are worth considering.
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) is the main air gateway. Cabo San Lucas Marina and Puerto Los Cabos are different departure areas, so confirm the exact marina, gate and boat name before arranging transportation.
Use an authorized airport operator, pre-arranged transfer or properly documented rental car. Confirm the total fare and currency in writing.
U.S. citizens arriving by air need a passport book valid at the time of entry. Requirements vary by nationality, and airline rules can be stricter than a country's minimum.
Lodging areas
The practical choice for early departures from the Cabo marina, with the widest mix of dining and nightlife nearby.
A quieter historic center with galleries and restaurants. Confirm drive time to the departure marina before booking.
Resorts and beaches between the two towns. Comfortable for mixed fishing-and-resort trips, but transfer time varies by property.
Practical checklist
Passport, entry records, insurance details, charter confirmation and offline copies.
UPF layer, hat, polarized glasses, sunscreen, light shell and a small dry bag.
Prescriptions and any motion-sickness product selected according to its label or a clinician's advice.
Check operator, airline and destination import rules before planning to fly with fish.
Baja California Sur uses UTC−7 year-round. Recheck the time when arriving from a region that changes clocks.
Use sealed or properly purified water and follow guidance from the accommodation or operator.
Review current travel advice, use licensed transportation, safeguard valuables and follow marina instructions.