Playa del Carmen Deep Sea Fishing

PLAYA DEL CARMEN VILLAGE

The area has been growing very fast in the last 5 years, due to the most beautiful beaches in the world. Visitors may also enjoy relaxing on the beach, swimming, water sports and the night life of the Mexican Caribbean. Playa del Carmen is generally tropical and warm. The average temperature is 80 degrees. Dressing is casual, even in the finest restaurants, you will find lots of restaurants all over, bars and night clubs, the Caribbean night life in Playa del Carmen is legendary.

Other fun activities in this spectacular area, whether you are an angler or not, include: tours, guided jungle hikes, snorkeling and Scubadiving, horseback riding, indigenous cultural tours, archaeological sites, botanical gardens, beachcombing the miles of undeveloped white sand beaches.

PLAYA DEL CARMEN, FISHING GROUNDS

In this section we cover saltwater fish found off Mayan Riviera and the rich clear water offshore fishing grounds of the Mexican Caribbean. It is an uncomplicated saltwater species guide to help you identify and locate your target fish, advise you on successful fishing methods and their fighting characteristics, and the proper tackle and baits used to catch them.

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Pesca Maya will provide you with everything you need for an exciting day of saltwater fishing. Our knowledgeable fishing Guides and Captains have the experience to offer you an unforgettable day, and provide the skills and techniques needed for a successful and enjoyable fishing trip!

It is true that the Mexican Yucatán Peninsula is recognized by several magazines, like Saltwater Sportsman, as one of the top fishing destinations, but there are many fishing areas and you have to know where and when to go, and also very important, you need a good Captain as well as good equipment to be successful, of course above all you will also need some luck to have that memorable fishing day. Pesca Maya will help you to get the best chances, God will help you with luck. We are on top, operate and represent the best Captains on all the Yucatan Peninsula , so we will send you where the fish are biting to maximize your odds.

FISHING OVERVIEW

The Mayan Riviera reputation is prominent in the world of deep-sea fishing, and is known as “One of The Sailfish Hot Spot of the World” among many deep-sea fishing enthusiasts. These are the peninsula of Yucatan fishing villages:

Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras, Akumal and Tulúm these are often referred to as "the privileged locations on the Mayan Riviera for sail fish migration". It is in these waters off Yucatan where the big game fish love to lurk. Fresh runs of blue Marlin, white Marlin, Sailfish, Dorado, Wahoo, Barracuda, and yellowfin Tuna tempt anglers all year around. No matter what time of the season you decide to fish the Mayan Riviera, it will be a trip you will not forget for a long, long time!

There's nothing on earth like sinking the barb into a really World Class Sailfish, and The Mayan Riviera is just the place to experience explosive fishing! When's the last time you caught a Sailfish or a Marlin ? Well, fishing the Mayan Riviera is the chance of a lifetime to get that wall-hanger. View our sport’s fishing calendar and game fish descriptions.

Due to the unique topography, the entire area is virtually in front of the edge of the second largest coral reef of the world, basically an underwater valley. The sandy ocean floor plunges dramatically down into deep blue darkness, bringing the hunting grounds for game fish practically to the shore.

Sports fishermen also praise the southern beaches of this area for their abundance of Dorado, Wahoo, Barracuda, Jack Crevalle, Red Snapper, Grouper, Spanish Makarel and other minor species. There are tales of the seasonal Marlin runs "once you see that bill jumping out of the water, you're hooked". Our boats can reach prime fishing territory and be running gear in less than 5 minutes only half of mile from shore. With over 500 species in the waters of the Mayan Riviera, there's fishing for every level, from the curious beginner to the serious professional.

PLAYA DEL CARMEN FISHING BOATS

Our boats are among the largest for charter in the Riviera Maya. They are always clean and maintain to the highest standards by our full time crew. When you come to the Marina , take a look at both our boats. We bet you will agree that our commitment to great fishing and attention to detail is obvious in our well cared for boats and equipment.

The fishing grounds are so close that you can have your lines in the water within minutes of leaving the marina. You can be fishing for Sailfish and Marlin immediately, instead of waiting to motor to where the fish are biting.

Catch and Release: Pesca Maya implements a mandatory 'catch and release' policy on all billfish. We will be happy to photograph your catch so bring your camera. Dorado, Tuna, Wahoo, and a variety of other species are available for retention, but all billfish are released.

Your fishing day: what to bring

We suggest bringing tennis shoes, comfortable clothes, sunglasses, baseball-type cap or visor, sunscreen lotion, snacks, Cool-cup holder and your favorite cd's…

Don't forget your camera, be it video or snap shot or both! If prone to sea sickness bring your medicine.

Your fishing day begins usually at 8:00 AM, be at the dock on time!

What your boat provides:

- Your Captain speaks English.
- Your Captain has years of experience.
- Soft drinks, ice and water, you can bring beer and or liquor. 
- Tackle, bait and fishing license.

Beginners are welcome!!!! Both women and men, instructions are given in the proper technique for fighting deep sea game fish.

The best months for fishing and other activities are March, April., May, and June. For our location, enjoy the thrill of catching sailfish, marlin, or tuna when you visit Playa del Carmen. The experienced captain and crew will take you to all the right spots for an opportunity to hook the "big one."

You don't want to charter the whole boat for yourself?
No problem!

Shared fishing available:

US$ 95.00 per person / 4 hours
US$ 190.00 per person / 8 hours

Click here for ONE DAY FISHING CHARTERS

Recommended Conventional Tackle

May to October

Below are suggestions for appropriate conventional tackle which will be effective in waters during the months of May - October:

Rods: One to two 6-7' 40-60# class trolling rods for the Dorado, Striped Marlin, and Sailfish. Roller guides are not necessary but will make fighting fish easier. A light 10-30# class spinning rod or bait caster for the smaller inshore fish such as Roosterfish, Jack Crevalle, Cabrilla, Giant Needlefish, Triggerfish, and Snapper.

Reels: A Penn 4/0 with either a lever or a star drag spooled with 30-50# monofilament for trolling. A Penn 500 or equivalent reel spooled with 20-40# monofilament for bait casting. A quality spinning reel such as a Penn 650ss spooled with 10-20# monofilament. You shouldn't need more than 300 yards of line spooled onto any one reel. More line is better, but we often get away with about 200 yards.

Lures: Rapalas size CD11-CD14 (Magnums) and up, in green or blue mackerel. Iron spoon type lures such as Krocodiles in chrome, blue/chrome. Yo-Zuri crystal minnow lures in blue mackerel and pink/silver. Kona skirts or "Zuker" type feathers in pink/white, green/yellow, green/white, blue/white.

Terminal Tackle: We typically use Mustad 6/0-7/0 hooks rigged in tandem on 80-120# monofilament (~6" between the hooks) as our live bait leader system. You are welcome to take along your own hooks and leader material if you wish to experiment with other systems.Live Bait: Consists of freshly caught mackerel. These mackerel are typically 8-10" long and weigh 8 oz. to one pound each.

Rod and Reel Carrier: Rods should be transported in a hard case container. You may purchase a quality rod carrier, or make one with PVC pipe.

November to April

Reels: A Penn 4/0 with either a lever or a star drag spooled with 30-50# monofilament for trolling or jigging. A Penn 500 or equivalent reel spooled with 20-40# monofilament for bait casting and jigging. A quality spinning reel such as a Penn 650ss spooled with 10-20# monofilament will be well suited for your spin-casting rod and your ultralight paired with a complimentary light spinning reel (a bass fishing setup) will work well. You shouldn't need more than 300 yards of line spooled onto any one of your larger reels. More line is better, but we often get away with about 200 yards.

Lures: Rapalas size CD11-CD14 (Magnums) and up, in green or blue mackerel. Iron spoon type lures such as Krocodiles in chrome, blue/chrome. Yo-Zuri crystal minnow lures in blue mackerel and pink/silver (troll these at about 7 knots). Iron jigs (~8 oz.) equipped with treble hooks in various colors- blue/white, and motor oil usually work well.

Terminal Tackle: We typically use Mustad 6/0-7/0 hooks rigged in tandem or singly on 80# monofilament (~6" between the tandem hooks) as our live bait leader system for the larger fish. Lead weights (at least 8 oz. to get beyond the currents) are used to send down the bait for the large deepwater fish. You are welcome to take along your own hooks and leader material if you wish to experiment with other systems.

Live Bait: Consists of freshly caught mackerel or big eye (baby yellowtail). These are typically 6-10" long and weigh 6 oz. to one pound each.

Rod and Reel Carrier: Rods should be transported to Loreto in a hard case container. You may purchase a quality rod carrier, or make one with PVC pipe.