4 HOURS SHARED DEEP SEA FISHING (6 people maximum)
Overview
Start fishing just minutes away from setting sail! Relish a relaxing fishing day on board of any of our different yachts where, a few minutes from leaving the docks, you will arrive to the fishing spot; a place where the most appealing and different fishing species dwell. At the end of the day, you may bring your catch to the restaurant where, if you wish to, it will be cooked without any charge (drinks are not included).
Itinerary
Where is the dock or marina?
When you reserve we will send you the ticket with the instructions how to get to the marina from your hotel (very easy and close). We are in the middle of the Cancun hotel zone so do not worry it is easy.
What time do we need to be at the dock?
When you reserve you will receive a coupon with all the needed information including the time you need to be at the marina dock. Usually you need to be 30 minutes before the departure time for the chcek in, (on less there is an special request written on the ticket)
Do you provide transportation from my Cancun hotel to the marina dock?
Transportation from your hotel to the dock is not included in the fishing charter. But you can take a taxi and the driver will drop you off at the marina. Or take a bus and they will drop you off close to the marina.
QUESTIONS
ABOUT THE BOATS
Do you have English speaking captains?
Our captains and crew speak at least “fishing English.” The language will not be a problem.
Do I need to
bring anything?
As far as fishing tackle is concerned you do not need to bring anything. We provide all tackle needed.
We do recommend you bring a hat and sunglasses and sun block.
Do I need to bring food?
Food is not provided on any of the charters.
We recommend that if you want food do one of the following:
1 – “Raid” the breakfast bar or dinner bar at your all inclusive hotel
2 – Stop at a convenience store on the way to the marina and buy more beer, things to make
sandwiches and grab some chips too. Convenience stores called OXXO seem to the best.
Do I need to bring more beer and
liquor?
While beer is included there are only 2 beers per person. It is not an “Open Bar.” Also liquor is not included but you are welcomed to bring it.
Should you want more beer we recommend you bring it with you – go to Wal-Mart or to a chain of convenience stores called OXXO for beers and liquors.
The transportation from the marina will not stop for beer and sandwhich materials so we recommend you have it upon pickup.
Will I get seasick?
Seasickness depends on the individual and the conditions of the sea the day you go fishing. We recommend that if you do
not know if you get seasick that you take a commercial motion sickness medication or use the wrist bands or patches that go behind the ear.
What can we expect to catch?
What you will catch depends on the time of year you come fishing.
To see the various species that you may catch to see a calendar and for recent catches in our fish pix of the day section.
Do you do trolling or bottom fishing?
When you charter the boat you decide. We normally recommend a combination of the
two. So if trolling is slow we pull up on the reef and let you go for groupers and snappers. However the decision is yours.
We
want to catch bill fish. What do you recommend?
First look at the fishing calendar and come when the bill fish are here.
Second, take an 8 hour charter. You enhance your chances.
Third, tell the captain at check in that your main interest is billfish.
How is the time calculated on a 4, 6, 8 hour trip?
The hours of your fishing trip are calculated from “dock to
dock.” In other words a 4 hour trip is “4 hours from the time you leave the dock until you return to the dock.” Same for the 6 and 8 hour trip. Travel time to the fishing grounds is part of your “trip time.”.
What kind of bait do you use?
We use ballyhoo, mullet, and lures. We will vary the baits
depending on the fish available at the particular time of year you go.
Do you catch and release?
Game fish which are not edible (sailfish, and marlin) are released. If you want to mount a fish them, then those fish are brought in so we can send them off to be mounted.
I want to mount my catch. Can I do that?
Yes the staff at the dock will arrange everything for you
so that you can mount your fish and have it shipped.
Is there fly fishing available from the deep sea fishing boats?
The situation is different here in Cancun that in the Pacific where you actually spot the fish. Here you hardly ever see the sailfish - which makes fly fishing for them very difficult. So we
do not offer fly fishing from our deep sea fishing boats.
Is there any freshwater fishing in Cancun.
No there is no freshwater fishing in Cancun. There is saltwater deep-sea fishing and shallow water spin tackle fishing.
Should I tip at the end of the fishing trip?
Generally a 10% to 15% tip is given if the crew did a good job for you.
QUESTIONS ABOUT THE FISH WE
CATCH
What happens to the fish we catch?
All billfish caught are released unless you want to mount them. Then we bring them in and they will be sent away for mounting.
Edible fish are put in the cooler and can be part of your “tip” for the crew or the crew will gladly filet them for you. Then you take your catch to your favorite Cancun restaurant for that evening’s
dinner.
We strongly recommend that you take some fish filets and go to a local restaurant for dinner. The
concierge in your hotel can make restaurant recommendations, the crew at the dock can make recommendations and we will make recommendations. One fun way to end a day of fishing is to eat your fresh catch.
We also recommend that you have the restaurant prepare you catch 3 different ways. Then you decide which is your favorite. By the way, your meal will cost about $15-$17 USD per person with side dishes when you
bring the fish.
What are the best fish to take to eat?
The
best fish for your dinner will be Dorado (Mahi Mahi,) Wahoo, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Snapper, and Grouper. Any of these will make for an unforgettable dinner.
Can I take fish back to the U.S. in an ice chest?
You can but we do not recommend it. Since security has been
tightened at all airports worldwide we do not recommend you try to take edible fish back to the U.S. First the airlines no longer accept Styrofoam ice chest, and securing dry ice in Cancun will cost you more time and
effort than it is worth. Then you will have delays on arrival in the U.S. while your baggage is checked.
Questions
about
reservations
and
cancellations
What
happens
once I
reserve?
Once you
send in
a
reservation
with
your
credit
card we
will
charge
your
card the
amount
of the
tour.
Then we
will
send you
a coupon
which
you will
print
and
bring
with you
to be
given to
the
driver
at the
time of
pickup.
The
coupon
is your
proof of
purchase
and will
have a
unique
confirmation
number
and
coupon
number
on it
and an
emergency
phone
number
to call
if
something
goes
wrong.
How
much in
advance
can I
make the
reservation?
We do
recommend
you make
your
reservations
as far
in
advance
as
possible
so that
you are
sure to
get the
trip
when you
want to
go.
There
are many
times we
have no
space
available
4-5 days
in
advance.
We
recommend
you send
in your
reservation,
complete
with
your
credit
card
information,
and if
space is
not
available
we will
call or
email
you with
when
space is
available.
So be
sure to
include
your
phone
number
on your
reservation
form
Should I
send in
my
credit
card
with the
reservation?
Yes
because
you have
a much
better
chance
of
getting
the tour
the less
time
that
goes by
before
the
departure.
If there
is no
space
available
we will
not
charge
your
credit
card but
advise
when the
tour is
available
closest
to the
date you
want. If
you send
in a
reservation
form
without
a credit
card
number
inquiring
about
availability
then we
respond,
simply
more
time
passes
giving
the tour
more
time to
fill up.
Again
once you
are
ready to
reserve
it is
best to
send
your
reservation
with a
credit
card.
Please
remember
no
reservation
is made
until we
have
payment
via your
credit
card or
by other
means.
I send
in a
reservation
with my
credit
card and
what
happens?
Once you
send a
reservation
we
confirm
that
there is
space
available.
Then we
charge
your
card. We
then put
the
confirmation
number
on a
coupon
or
voucher
and send
it to
you in
an
email.
You
print it
and that
is your
paid
receipt
for the
tour.
You
present
the
coupon
at check
in.
How can
I check
the
status
of my
reservation?
It is
our
objective
that you
know
what is
happening
with
your
reservation.
We will
send you
an
update
if we
are
going to
be than
48 hours
getting
you a
response.
If 48
hours
has gone
by and
you have
gotten
no
update
or
coupon
please
call
1 866
97 85
985
from the
USA and
Canada
or
+52-998-848-17-80
from the
rest of
the
world.
If you
are
already
in
Cancun
our
local
number
is
848-17-80
and if
you are
outside
Cancun
dial
1 866
97 85
985 also
there is
the CHAT
(excellent
option).
What is
your
cancellation
policy ?
You can
cancel
any trip
or tour
up to 48
hours
before
departure
and only
pay a 5%
administrative
processing
fee. If
the trip
or tour
is
cancelled
by the
operator
you will
receive
a 100%
refund
or we
will
reschedule
at your
request.
Included
- bottled water and sodas
- Bait
- Use of equipment
- Fishing license
- Taxes
- Local medical insurance
- Your fish can be cooked in the restaurant free of charge (drinks not included)
- Lockers and key (A $ 5 USD deposit is required. At the end of the tour $2 USD will be returned)
- Tips
- Transportation (with additional charge of $ 20 USD per person, payable directly at the Marina)
- $15 USD per person Dock Fee
- Towels
