Our Top 5 Puerto Vallarta Fishing Trips

1.Private Inshore Fishing Adventure in Puerto Vallarta with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 41 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Our pick

Join Captain Fernando and his first mate for a private four-hour fishing trip from Marina Los Peines. Fish inside Banderas Bay for mahi mahi, tuna, sailfish, grouper, snapper, and other species. Your group of up to four gets the boat and guide to itself, with gear and bottled water included. Snacks and drinks may be offered, but there is no bathroom onboard.

“The crew was great. I got sea sick and they were great about taking us in early. Unfortunately we didn't catch any fish.”

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2.Fishing and snorkel tour in Puerto Vallarta and Nuevo Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Spend about six hours on a private boat from Paradise Village Public Pier, fishing for tuna, bonito, dorado, sailfish, or marlin before snorkeling and swimming in the bay. Captain, sailor, fishing gear, snorkel equipment, water, and fruit are included. Boats and crew vary, so confirm the vessel before departure.

“The views were so amazing, lots of fun snorkeling, paddle boarding, kayaking, and even jumping off the boat!! Their food was the best food I’ve had so far on this vacation too.”

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3.Private Sport Fishing Activity in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 13 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Fish privately in Bay of Banderas for about four hours with a captain, live bait, rods, bottled water, and a fresh sashimi serving made from your catch. Guides have included Ramsey, Miguel, Alejandro, and David. Pickup is offered, but confirm the boat, captain, and meeting details before you go.

“The people were very nice and accommodating. Unfortunately the fish weren't biting. Improvement could be made on communication before the trip on where to meet, who to look for, the name of the boat company or captain's name and things like that. We had to do a lot of asking to get directed to the right spot. They called us on the phone because we were a little late with the taxi. They could have been more informative.”

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4.Inshore Fishing 4-Hour Puerto Vallarta Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Top rated

Fish Puerto Vallarta Bay aboard a private 28-foot Super Panga with Captain Scooby and mate Chicken. The four-hour trip includes gear, licenses, live bait, a cooler with ice, and a chance to catch roosterfish, Jack Crevalle, small mahi mahi, needlefish, and skipjack. A port fee is extra.

“Captain Scooby and crew were on time and very knowledgeable. We had a Great experience and would do it again next time we are in Puerta Vallarta.”

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5.The best sport fishing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 4 hours

Spend four hours fishing Jalisco’s bay with a bilingual guide, using provided rods, bait, life jackets, ice, and water. After catching fish, you’ll prepare fresh ceviche aboard the boat. The private trip costs $379 for up to six people, with pickup included and wheelchair access listed.

“our 4 hour fishing excursion was a really good experience. We caught a 15lb Mahi Mahi just a few hundred yards off shore in the bay. It was beautifully prepared right in front of us on the boat while trolling for more fish. We only caught the one, but would recommend this booking!”

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