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Los Cabos Billfish Tournament

Los Cabos Billfish Tournament
Oct 8-12, 2025
La Paz, Mexico

About the Tournament

The Los Cabos Billfish Tournament is one of the most prestigious sportfishing competitions in Mexico, attracting anglers and teams from around the world. Held in the rich waters off the tip of the Baja Peninsula, the tournament celebrates the thrill of big-game fishing with a focus on marlin, sailfish, tuna, and dorado. For more than two decades, this event has combined the spirit of competition with the stunning backdrop of Cabo San Lucas, offering participants world-class fishing, camaraderie, and festive shoreside events.

What to Expect

Billfish Action
Target species include black marlin, blue marlin, striped marlin, and sailfish. Tuna and dorado are also eligible in optional jackpots.
Big Payouts
The tournament features some of the largest cash prizes in the region, with millions awarded across categories and jackpots.
Catch-and-Release Focus
Conservation is a core principle, with strict rules promoting the release of billfish.
International Competition
Anglers and crews from around the globe compete in a high-stakes, world-class environment.
Shoreline Festivities
Daily weigh-ins, dockside gatherings, and evening celebrations bring the fishing community together.

Festival Highlights

  • Five days of competition in one of the world's premier sportfishing destinations.
  • Opening-night festivities and awards banquet showcasing the Cabo lifestyle.
  • Optional daily jackpots for tuna, dorado, and wahoo.
  • High-profile teams and boats from across North and Latin America.
  • A blend of serious competition and fun atmosphere, making it a favorite among anglers.