Casting Poppers and Stickbaits
When tuna push bait to the surface, casting large topwater lures into the frenzy can trigger explosive strikes.
Offshore
Yellowfin Tuna Fishing Trips
Yellowfin tuna are part of BlackBone’s offshore fishing collection in Guatemala, Mexico and the Galápagos.
- Habitat
- Offshore
- Destinations
- Galápagos · Guatemala · Mexico
- Trips
- 3 lodges & guides ↓
Compare the operations below, then discuss whether tuna are your main goal or part of a broader offshore trip with billfish and dorado.
The fishing experience
About Yellowfin Tuna
- Average Size
- 40–120lbs
- Highlight
- Frenzy feeding on bait balls
- Season
- Year-round (following bait migrations)
- Techniques
- Trolling spreads, casting lures, or vertical Jigging
Built for Speed. Known for Chaos.
When tuna push bait to the surface, anglers can experience incredible visual fishing as schools crash bait balls with birds diving overhead. Yellowfin are built for power and endurance, capable of long runs and deep fights that test both angler and gear. Yellowfin are found across tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide, making them accessible in many premier bluewater fisheries. From casting poppers to deep jigging and trolling offshore spreads, yellowfin offer diverse and highly engaging fishing methods.
Vertical Jigging
When schools hold deeper beneath the boat, heavy jigs dropped into the water column can produce aggressive bites.
Offshore Trolling
Many anglers locate yellowfin by trolling lures or natural baits across temperature breaks, structure, and offshore bait concentrations.
Match the fish to the fishery
Yellowfin Tuna fishing lodges & guides
Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
Sportfish Galapagos Expeditions
Offshore expedition · Conservation-led billfishing
From $15,000 USD
per person · + tax
Magdalena Bay, Mexico
Sportfishing Mag Bay
Baja sportfishing · Offshore & inshore
From $3,500 USD
per person · + tax
Where to fish for yellowfin tuna
Planning sources
- Blue Bayou Guatemala: target species and tackle (opens in a new tab)
- Sport Fishing Magbay: fishing information (opens in a new tab)
Confirm current trip details with BlackBone before booking.
Before you go
Yellowfin Tuna fishing trip FAQs
Where can I compare yellowfin tuna fishing trips?
BlackBone’s offshore collection includes yellowfin tuna in Guatemala, Mexico and the Galápagos. Compare the operations and discuss whether tuna are your main target or part of a broader billfish and dorado trip.
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