Magdalena Bay, CA

Since 2006, Success Sportfishing has operated private fly-in/fly-out trips out of San Carlos, Baja California Sur, fully compliant with regulations from both Mexico and the U.S. Coast Guard.

We’ve built strong local relationships, giving our guests access to a unique, world-class fishing experience.

Since 2006, Success Sportfishing has operated private fly-in/fly-out trips out of San Carlos, Baja California Sur, fully compliant with regulations from both Mexico and the U.S. Coast Guard.

We’ve built strong local relationships, giving our guests access to a unique, world-class fishing experience.

Getting There

Traveling to Magdalena Bay is straightforward:

Regular flights into Loreto and La Paz from LAX, Phoenix, and CBX Tijuana.
On arrival, our shuttle service meets you at the airport and transfers you to San Carlos (2.5–3.5 hrs depending on origin).
Once aboard, dinner will be waiting and the crew will assist with gear.

Getting There

Traveling to Magdalena Bay is straightforward:

Regular flights into Loreto and La Paz from LAX, Phoenix, and CBX Tijuana.
On arrival, our shuttle service meets you at the airport and transfers you to San Carlos (2.5–3.5 hrs depending on origin).
Once aboard, dinner will be waiting and the crew will assist with gear.

The Boat & Gear

Sponsored by Seeker and Avet.
Equipped with 2-speed reels from 20–200 lb line, spectra-backed.
Multiple setups: light, medium, and heavy tackle.
Live bait (sardines/mackerel) plus boat supply of jigs, wahoo bombs, 6X JRs, sinkers, hooks, and trolling gear (Nomad, Marauders).
Designed for light, worry-free travel, but guests may bring their own gear if preferred.

The Boat & Gear

Sponsored by Seeker and Avet.
Equipped with 2-speed reels from 20–200 lb line, spectra-backed.
Multiple setups: light, medium, and heavy tackle.
Live bait (sardines/mackerel) plus boat supply of jigs, wahoo bombs, 6X JRs, sinkers, hooks, and trolling gear (Nomad, Marauders).
Designed for light, worry-free travel, but guests may bring their own gear if preferred.

Fishing Experience

Trips typically head offshore the first evening or morning after arrival.
Flexible range to fish multiple species over multiple days and nights.
Night bites can include yellowtail, yellowfin tuna, and grouper.
At the end of your trip, return to San Carlos in time for flights that day if needed.
Hotels can be arranged before or after your trip if required.

Fishing Experience

Trips typically head offshore the first evening or morning after arrival.
Flexible range to fish multiple species over multiple days and nights.
Night bites can include yellowtail, yellowfin tuna, and grouper.
At the end of your trip, return to San Carlos in time for flights that day if needed.
Hotels can be arranged before or after your trip if required.

Catch & Processing

50 lbs of vacuum-packed catch per person included (based on 6 anglers).
Additional processing: $2.00 per lb (up to 300 extra lbs).
Packaged for easy transport in soft-sided coolers.

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Catch & Processing

50 lbs of vacuum-packed catch per person included (based on 6 anglers).
Additional processing: $2.00 per lb (up to 300 extra lbs).
Packaged for easy transport in soft-sided coolers.

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What’s Included

Three chef-inspired meals daily, plus morning and afternoon snacks.
Seeker & Avet rods, reels, and tackle.
Mexican fishing permit for the duration of your trip.
Ground transportation between Loreto/La Paz and San Carlos (1 trip each way per group).
Towels, beverages, and fish processing (50 lbs per person).

Not Included

Airfare + baggage fees.
Gratuities (15–20% recommended).
Additional fish processing beyond included allowance.
Lost/damaged rods or reels (terminal tackle excluded).
Alcohol other than beer (can be pre-ordered; reimbursement arranged).
Credit/debit payments (cash/check only; card use incurs 3.75% fee and not available onboard).

Reservations & Cancellation

Contact Cary or Erika at 760-230-6331.
25% deposit required; reservations tentative until received.
Cancellation policy:
180+ days before trip: deposit transferable within 365 days (15% rebooking fee).
Less than 180 days: deposit forfeited unless rebooked; 15% admin fee applies.

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Reservations & Cancellation

Contact Cary or Erika at 760-230-6331.
25% deposit required; reservations tentative until received.
Cancellation policy:
180+ days before trip: deposit transferable within 365 days (15% rebooking fee).
Less than 180 days: deposit forfeited unless rebooked; 15% admin fee applies.

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Stories From the Sea.

"“Cary is one of the best captains in my opinion. Hey deviates from the herd and does his own thing and it seems to pay off. He is consistently getting huge tuna. Not scared to try different tactics. Also, an amazing spearfisherman. Great boat, great captain”."

M Merciano from Bloody Decks

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""What a blast, Captain Carey and his crew kept us catching fish and eating amazing food all 3 days we were on board. 170+ fish caught!""

Tim Beek

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""120+ fish on a two charter, 34 years of fishing out of San Diego and I rank this boat and crew #1. I had a personal best of eighteen mixed yellowfin, yellowtail and one dorado. Food and sushi outstanding, bunks comfortable and roomy. Can't wait to go again.""

Joe L.

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"“Hands down the best fishing trip I’ve ever been on. Captain Cary and his crew worked non-stop to put us on fish - and it paid off! The boat was spotless, the food was amazing, and every detail was taken care of. Can’t wait to go back next season.”"

Mark R., San Diego

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"“You don’t just book a trip with Success, you join a crew that treats you like family. From the moment we left the dock, everything ran like clockwork. We landed yellowtail, bluefin, and memories for life.”"

Jason T., Phoenix, AZ

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"“I’ve fished with a lot of charters, but Success is on another level. Comfortable bunks, great meals, and a crew that truly cares about the experience. These guys know their stuff, and they make it fun.”"

Tom S., Long Beach

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