Playa del Carmen · FISHING
14 tours reviewed
This is the shortlist for anyone with one free day: the 14 fishing trips in Playa del Carmen that are worth the drive, each with its price, its verdict from the people who went, and the one thing to know before you book.
Private Cancun fishing charter on a 31ft Bertram with crew, rods and bait included, drinks onboard, and flexible durations.
“We chose the 4 hour option, then extended to 5 while we were on the water. Great morning of fishing. Round trip transportation and sack lunch add-ons were a nice addition. Fun and relaxing morning!”
Private inshore fishing off Isla Mujeres, up to 6 people, gear and captain tips included, snacks and drinks, 4 hours of action.
“Great time and caught 12 fish. 6 people on the trip and captain and crew were great. Showed us what to do. I would say the best excursion I ever been on.”
Private sport fishing from Mahahual, tackle included, reel in reef fish, then relax at Nacional Beach Club with your catch cooked up.
“We were a group of 4 and we all caught fish. Nick was great as our guide and his boat crew were beyond fabulous. Felix was a boat captain. We caught 6 barracuda in total but put the last one back as we had caught plenty already. Nick had the club restaurant cooked up one for our lunch. We could not eat it all.”
Private 48ft Cancun fishing charter for up to 12 with rods, bait, ice, and crew. Target marlin and sailfish offshore up to 35 miles.
“We caught several large fish including a 100 pound shark during our 6-hour trip. The guides were great with our 6 and 8 year old boys. At the end Paco cooked fish tacos for everyone. Best blackened fish I’ve had! We’ll be back.”
Private Isla Mujeres fishing and snorkeling for up to 5, with a licensed guide, gear and bait included, plus free fish cleaning.
“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) was a great time. They also provide convenient pick-up and drop-off to your hotel zone accommodation. Just beware the port by Isla Mujeres before you get picked up by your guide has a bunch of scammers and you can safely ignore them as they'll try to up-sell you on everything (they'll claim your sunscreen is…”
A small-group fishing trip from Playa del Carmen with comfy on-board seats, live bait, and time at famed Maroma Beach.
“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.”
6-hour shared sport-fishing tour from Puerto Juarez, Cancun, with tackle, license, and drinks, plus a shot at snapper, tuna, and barracuda.
“My son, who is 8, got to catch a ton of barracuda that were bigger than him! It made his world! We caught so much, we ran out of bait. We then went and ate it and he loved that as well!”
Private 4-hour trolling sport fishing in Mahahual with full gear, 5 rods, chilled drinks, and captain help, from La Diosa del Mar.
“Crew and staff were awesome. Most of us would do it again. One important thing to note is that this is not on a big boat like folks in the US might be accustomed to for deep-sea fishing. The boat is fishing boat size, and those afraid of the ocean or prone to sea sickness will be more susceptible on a small boat.”
Private half-day fishing in Cozumel for up to six, with optional El Cielo or Columbia Reef snorkeling.
“This was a disappointing outing...we caught no fish...and while that would have been fine...it was really kind of boring...the guides did not speak English very well at all so it was just us sitting on a boat. One of the guides did make us delicious guacamole.”
Morning Caribbean sport fishing from Puerto Morelos for sailfish and marlin, small-group comfort, gear and bait included, drinks onboard.
“Tomas and Pepe took care of us. The seas were rough, but they tried different options trolling and bottom fishing to make sure we caught something.”
Private 4-hour deep sea fishing in Puerto Morelos with a 25-foot panga, trolling and bottom fishing, plus catch cleaning options.
“Fabulous experience with Mauricio and Martin. We had a private fishing tour and loved it! Definitely recommend”
Private Holbox boat to Cabo Catoche for fishing and snorkeling, plus fresh ceviche lunch. Dolphins, coral, nurse sharks possible.
“Safe, fun, and the very best ceviche you’ll ever eat. Thank you Gorge and Willy for a wonderful day.”
Private 4-hour Costa Maya fishing and eco snorkeling with gear, snacks, and a Great Mesoamerican Reef stop, meeting at Malecón 3.
“This was our second excursion with Leyenda Eco Tours. We caught about 5 red snapper bottom fishing and one barracuda trolling. Great fun! The snorkeling was also wonderful. David and team really do embody the Eco friendly aspect and it’s not just talk. David grabbed numerous pieces of trash out of the water rather than ignoring them. A great family business here!”
Private Holbox fishing charter for up to 6. Aim for grouper and snapper, then learn Holbox-style ceviche with your captain.
“Eric and Eddie, guides started us bottom fishing using traditional hand line and cut bait method. caught lots of fish within the fish hour. They also accommodated my stated preferred method of fly fishing. They however stated the area we are in as well as the season is not considered ideal for fly fishing. We moved closer inshore to an area where there's a chance for catching fish using flies. I was able to get a strike but failed to hook a good size fish. Never the less the experience was both exciting and satisfying. Both Eddie and Eric prepared Ceviche we all enjoyed! I highly recommend this outfitter if…”
