Since the people of Huatulco have made their living from the sea for generations, these same people do well to teach tourists about the fine art of fishing. There are various fishing guides, some which have been in business for 25 years or more.

Typically all of the fishing equipment you’ll need is included in the fee. Some tours have large, sport fishing yachts that are air-conditioned and have bathrooms. Others may be a bit more rustic.

What type of fish will you catch in Huatulco? From the end of November until March is the yellowfin tuna season and big dorado (mahi-mahi, bull-dolphin) season due to the coldest water during the year.

From March until the end of May the fishing is very slow; some dorado, some wahoo, some small yellowfin tuna can be found. Beginning in June is the sailfish season and this peaks in July and August. July is also good for blue marlin that you can catch just 5 miles from shore.