MEXICO
The ones worth booking.
The 15 most popular fishing tours in Mexico right now. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
An 8-hour private all-inclusive fishing trip in Cabo San Lucas with live bait, gear, lunch, and drinks, plus coaching from the crew.
“10/10 experience. Our captain and guide were very kind, knowledgeable and really set us up for successful catches. Would absolutely do another booking.”
Private Cabo San Lucas sport fishing on a 34 ft Blakfin. Early pickup, big-game chances, and a real crew that works hard.
“Paulo and his crew were great! We told them we wanted a marlin and they got us one! We also caught some nice dorado! I recommend them to anyone looking to fish!”
Private 31-ft Bertram fishing charter in Cancun for up to 6. Gear, bait, drinks, crew included. Choose 2–8 hours off Isla Mujeres.
“The boat was clean and the crew worked hard to find fish. However, we were sport fishing and got nothing. Seemed like they gave up too quickly and went to an area to catch barracuda just to say we got some fish. Very disappointing. Also, crew spoke almost no English so when we tried to…”
Private half-day sport fishing from Cabo San Lucas with included gear, a panga boat for up to 3, and big-species chances.
“Juan Carlos hooked us up with Captain Pedro on the boat Sushi Time. We caught a striped marlin that whooped our butts. Captain Pedro is an OG badass. Would recommend Captain Pedro and Juan Carlos to anyone looking for an unforgettable fish trip.”
Private inshore fishing from Isla Mujeres with a captain-led charter for up to 6, gear included, sandwiches and drinks, and big-catch odds.
“The hosts were great, worked very hard to make sure everyone caught a fish. Recommend taking sea sickness pills before going out if you have any history of sea sickness.”
Private 5-hour Puerto Escondido sport fishing with pickup, gear, and a captain team targeting sailfish, marlin, and tuna.
“What a great day! Our captain was a lovely dude and told us we’d be hunting sailfish but if we got lucky we might get the opportunity to reel in a tuna. And boy did we get lucky!! And 88kg monster of a tuna that took us 90 mins to reel in. Highly recommend. A…”
Private sport fishing from Mahahual, out past the reef, then lunch at Nacional Beach Club with your catch cooked your way.
“Was just as described and expected... except Only One Fish. Messages to/from the vendor were helpful and appreciated. Directions to the National Beach Club were good and cab was easy with fare of $10 us. Cabs were also available for the return to the cruise port. "Nick" (mate) was really nice and friendly, the only…”
Private 48ft Cancun fishing charter for up to 12, 4 hours of deep-sea trolling and bottom fishing for marlin and sailfish.
“The family had a great time fishing! The captain and crew worked hard to find and catch great fish. They took care of us from pick up to drop off! We would absolutely recommend”
Private Isla Mujeres fishing + snorkeling: licensed guide, 2 hours fishing, 90 minutes reef snorkeling, gear and cleaning included.
“The fishing and snorkeling combo tour is one of its kind in the area, and I'll give it that. We fished with a few locals (never got our group photos though) for barracuda and went snorkeling with our group. Unfortunately, we didn't catch any fish that day, but snorkeling with a small group (6 people)…”
Small-group fishing off Maroma Beach in Riviera Maya with live bait, permit, beach club access, and drinks on board for about 4 hours.
“Great experience it was our first time deep sea fishing me and my wife. There was other couple with us total of 4 people, we cought 11 fish 8 barracudas a yellow snapper and a makrel , very cool experience highly recommended 👌 . Ocean was beautiful.”
Full-day Holbox fishing and snorkeling with local captains, Cabo Catoche wildlife, and included snorkeling gear plus ceviche lunch.
“The fishing was a blast but the highlight was definitely the stop at the gorgeous Cabo Caboche, where we had a white sand beach to ourselves and a moment to enjoy it. The ceviche and fried fish tht we enjoyed there from what we had caught was also delicious. Lastly, our guide Alex was amazing!…”
Private 4-hour inshore fishing in Puerto Vallarta with a captain, gear, snacks, and the chance at big-game or bottom fish in Banderas Bay.
“If I could give the team and this excursion more than 5 starts I would! They got us on fish right away and my husband and I both caught a lot! I know it's called fishing and not catching but the crew is so knowledgeable that they will definetly get you to where the fish…”
A 6-hour shared sport fishing trip from Puerto Juárez with a small crew, gear and license included, and chances at snapper, tuna, and big game.
“We had such a wonderful day. The crew was awesome! We caught lots of large fish. The restaurant there cooked our grouper for us. We are returning in a couple months and we will again use this company. They are the best!!”
Private Costa Maya sport fishing in Mahahual: 4 hours, gear for up to 5, captain tips, trolling rods, and drinks included.
“Guides were awesome But it was pricy just to catch barracuda No other type of fishing was explored, they didn’t have the equipment on board.”
Private 5-hour deep-sea fishing in Cabo for up to 4, with live bait and gear included. Target marlin and other game fish in the Pacific.
“Captain Fidel and Crew member, Alex, did a phenomenal job! My family and myself had a great experience on the ocean and were fortunate to have hooked onto some nice fish. We caught a 95" (2.41 m) blue marlin, bonito, and a couple mahi. It was a very memorable trip that definitely has me wanting…”
