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# Logistics & Access

**Meta description:** How to find The Marlin Hunter's Cabo San Lucas departure point, parking, and transportation options before a charter.

## Where do charters depart from?

The Marlin Hunter's charters depart from the Cabo San Lucas marina, in the El Medano Ejidal area — **P.º de La Marina 39, El Medano Ejidal, Marina, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico** ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/The+Marlin+Hunter/@22.8833199,-109.9117418,734m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x86af4b6a30d736df:0x11b6aab2c618957c!8m2!3d22.8833199!4d-109.9091669!16s%2Fg%2F11n3qlx4j1)). This is the departure point for the full fleet: the Marlin Hunter 33', Gaviota IX, Mila Rose, and Decimal Dust.

- **Smaller boats** (Marlin Hunter 33', Gaviota IX, Mila Rose) typically meet near the roundabout with the statue by the Breathless Hotel.
- **Decimal Dust** departs from the larger-vessel dock.
- Exact dock and gate assignments can vary day to day — **always confirm the specific meeting point with Dock Master Carlos before departure**, especially for early departures, private transfers, or larger groups.

**Dock Master Carlos** — +52 (624) 115-3684 (Spanish-speaking) — is the best same-day contact for the boat's exact meeting point. Frank Bonise (+1 416 435-5990) and [info@themarlinhunter.com](mailto:info@themarlinhunter.com) are also available for arrival questions.

[Book a fishing charter](https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=37866313&appointmentType=category%3AFishing%20Charters)

## What's the marina itself like?

The Cabo San Lucas marina sits in the downtown waterfront area around Paseo de la Marina — a pedestrian waterfront with hotels, restaurants, shops, and other boat operators nearby. Allow time to walk from a vehicle drop-off or parking area to the actual boat, and keep a phone available on the morning of the trip in case the crew needs to direct guests to a different pier or gate.

## Where do I park?

A nearby public option is the multi-level parking structure at **Puerto Paraiso Mall**, on the southeast side of the marina, accessible from the streets behind the downtown waterfront and within walking distance of the departure point. Parking fees and access can change, so confirm the current rate and the most convenient entrance ahead of the trip. Don't leave fishing equipment, documents, or valuables visible in a vehicle — and if carrying coolers or bulky gear, ask the crew whether a closer drop-off point is available before parking. The Marlin Hunter doesn't currently offer a dedicated private parking area or a shuttle from the structure.

## How do I get from the airport to the marina?

Los Cabos International Airport is outside Cabo San Lucas — plan ground transportation in advance rather than arriving without a confirmed ride.

- **Villa guests:** Renee and her team can arrange airport transportation as part of the villa stay.
- **Charter-only guests:** contact Frank or Carlos directly to ask about current private-transfer or taxi arrangements — there's no standard published charter shuttle, pickup schedule, or transfer price.

For a direct marina arrival, give the driver the Cabo San Lucas marina as the destination, and have the vessel name, dock instructions, and Carlos's number on hand. If staying in Cabo San Lucas itself, direct the driver to the marina waterfront rather than a villa address. Staying outside central Cabo means allowing extra travel time for traffic along the Corridor.

## What should I confirm before leaving for the boat?

- Vessel name, departure time, marina entrance, and dock or gate — with Carlos directly
- How early the crew wants guests to arrive for that specific trip
- Whether the booking includes pickup, or whether a taxi/private transfer needs arranging
- Current parking availability and fees at Puerto Paraiso Mall, if driving
- Keep the booking confirmation and Carlos's number accessible
- Flag mobility needs, children, coolers, or oversized equipment in advance, since these can affect arrival logistics