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Playa del Carmen • Private Charters

Fishing Playa del Carmen

Experience fishing in Playa del Carmen like never before — private, exciting, and all about you!
Join our friendly local captains for an unforgettable day on the water aboard our new 26’ Imenza boat. Whether you’re into deep sea fishing, bottom fishing, trolling, or jigging, we’ve got you covered. Choose from 4-, 6-, or 8-hour private tours and get ready to reel in the action!

Fishing in Playa del Carmen — Fish This Mexico

Highlights of fishing in Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen fishing highlight — mixed catch on deck Anglers with fresh catch in Playa del Carmen Family fishing charter — on-board photo Trolling action off Playa del Carmen Bottom fishing highlight — reef species Guests posing with catch at the marina On-board action — rod bent on a bite Happy clients with filleted catch

Trips & Prices

All prices are per private boat and include 1–6 people. Contact us if you’d like to add more guests.
A 20% deposit is all it takes to secure your spot!

4-Hour Fishing Tour

7,200 MXN (~$400 USD)

Perfect for a family adventure, this 4-hour private fishing Playa del Carmen tour is fun and action-packed — and you can keep your catch!

6-Hour Fishing Tour

10,000 MXN (~$555 USD)

Ideal for a full-day adventure, our 6-hour deep sea fishing Playa del Carmen trip is thrilling from start to finish. You can keep your catch, and our captains can prepare it as fresh ceviche or sashimi, depending on the species!

8-Hour Fishing Tour

14,400 MXN (~$800 USD)

Looking for the ultimate experience? This 8-hour private fishing Playa del Carmen tour delivers a full day of excitement. Keep your catch and enjoy fresh ceviche or sashimi on board. Sandwiches are included to keep you fueled throughout the day.

What’s Included

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait & lures
Licenses for all
Catch cleaning & filleting
Water & sodas onboard

*Transport to our meeting point isn’t included, but we can arrange it for an additional cost – contact us for more information.*

Combo

Fishing and Snorkel Combo

Split your time between reeling in dinner and snorkeling over clear Caribbean reef. Ideal for families and mixed-interest groups.

  • Snorkel gear onboard
  • Reef stop chosen for visibility & conditions

Season Guide

What’s Biting

We’ll tailor your fishing Playa del Carmen experience based on what’s biting and your preferred fishing style. Your captain will give you the latest updates before we set off.

Bottom Fishing

  • Snapper • Grouper • Triggerfish • Grunts
  • Ideal for families
  • Fun, fast-paced, and full of bites!

Trolling

  • Mahi • Barracuda • Wahoo • Marlin • Sailfish • Bonito
  • Perfect for trophy catches and deep sea fishing Playa del Carmen
  • Cover more ground for big game fish

Jigging & Deep Fishing

  • Amberjack • Grouper • Wahoo
  • Great for hands-on action and challenging battles on your private fishing Playa del Carmen trip.
Seasonal fishing calendar for Playa del Carmen

Our Boats

Choose your boat

Two comfortable 26’ sportfishers — perfect for families, first-timers, and serious anglers alike.

Boat Fräulein, 26’ sportfisher

Fräulein

Modern 26’ sportfisher set up for inshore action and offshore runs. Shade, clean deck, outriggers, GPS/fishfinder, and a fighting chair — comfortable for families and dialed for results.

Category: Sportfishing Length: 26 ft Year: 2024 Capacity: 6 guests Engine: 1×115 HP Yamaha ~17 kn cruise Outriggers Live bait well GPS & Fishfinder Fighting chair
Boat No Limit, 26’ sportfisher

No Limit

Modern 28’ boat set up for inshore action and offshore runs. Seats up to 10 people. The perfect boat for fishing and snorkeling trips with the family.

Category: Sportfishing Length: 28 ft Remodel Year: 2025 Capacity: 10 guests Engine: 2×115 HP Yamaha ~17 kn cruise Outriggers Live bait well

Our Crew

Meet the Captains

Local, bilingual, and safety-first. We match techniques to conditions and your style.

Captain Faustino headshot

Faustino — Captain

English Español

From Oaxaca, Mexico, Faustino brings 21+ years of sea experience. A passionate fisherman who knows the Playa del Carmen waters inside out, he makes every trip friendly and fun.

Captain Geremias headshot

Geremias — Captain

English Español Maya

From Yucatán with 35 years at sea, Geremias is a deep-sea specialist. Calm and skilled, he runs exciting and safe outings in the Playa del Carmen blue water.

Captain Cirilo headshot

Cirilo — Captain

English Español

From Veracruz with 18 years of experience, Cirilo brings energy and passion to every private fishing trip — focused on making each catch a success.

Captain Toni headshot

Toni — Captain

Español

From Yucatán with 13 years at sea, Toni is professional and warm — blending skill and hospitality to deliver unforgettable Playa del Carmen fishing days.

Gear

Pro equipment for every style

When it comes to fishing in Playa del Carmen, we believe top-quality gear makes all the difference. Our boats are equipped with professional setups for every style — from deep sea fishing Playa del Carmen to bottom fishing close to shore.

Trolling & Deep-Sea Fishing

  • International Penn 30 & 50 Reels — built for fighting big fish during peak season.
  • Planers, rigging, plastics, and bait provided for every trip.
  • Shimano TLC 25 Reels — used in the off-season for medium game; great when big fish aren’t around but action is steady.

Expect seasonal trophies like mahi-mahi, wahoo, marlin, and sailfish (depending on the time of year).

Bottom Fishing — Deep or Shallow

  • Espit Master 116 Rods & Daiwa BG 5000 Spinning Reels for versatile, powerful bottom setups.

Perfect for snapper, grouper, and triggerfish — plenty of action for anglers of all skill levels.

Reviews

What guests are saying

★★★★★ 5.0

4-Hour Midday Trip

“We all caught fish! Bottom bite was instant and we took home a pile of delicious triggerfish. Crew was helpful and upbeat the whole time.”

— Mark J., Oct 2024

★★★★★ 5.0

Family Day to Remember

“They found the fish, kids got reef time, and we even hooked a shark. Fresh ceviche onboard was a treat!”

— Steven A., Oct 2024

★★★★★ 5.0

6-Hour Trolling Mission

“Crew never stopped working. We landed barracuda and mahi — great experience and worth every peso.”

— Rafael V., Aug 2024

Contact & Directions

Where to meet

Flamingos Street, between 40th Street North and 42nd Street North, Playa del Carmen.

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