Get on board Calypso and enjoy your day out on the beautiful Mexican waters out of Puerto Vallarta! Captain Ariel Rosen has been fishing in the area since he was a kid, so he knows these waters like the back of his hand. He’ll make sure you have an amazing time.

The Calypso, his 30’ center console boat, is powered by twin 150 Mercury 4 stroke outboard engines. This gives it plenty of power to take you offshore in search of some monsters. Not to worry about sunny days, as there’s lots of shade on board. The boat can accommodate up to 4 anglers.

Capt. Ariel will have Avett, Shimano, and Penn fishing equipment ready for you. You’ll find tuna tubes, outriggers, downriggers, and 2 fighting chairs on board, so you’ll maximize your chances of reeling in those huge specimens! Take your catch back home to the table – the captain will be happy to clean and fillet the fish for you.

There’s a lot of trips you can choose from, depending on how much time you want to spend on the water, as well as which grounds you want to visit. The area is brimming with marine life, so there are opportunities for whale watching and snorkeling.

When it comes to fishing, there’s always something to target. You’ll try to reel in species like Mahi Mahi, Roosterfish, Snapper, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tuna, Marlin, Barracuda, Jack Crevalle, and King Mackerel. The crew supports catch and release when it comes to all Billfish.

The number one specialty tour on Calypso is a day in Yelapa. This trip includes a little bit of everything – fishing, whale watching, and snorkeling. Up to 8 people are welcome, so it’s the perfect family day. The crew loves new adventures and showing you this beautiful bay!

Join the experienced bilingual crew of Calypso, and have an unforgettable experience on these prolific Mexican waters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Bay
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $450
    This is a 4-hour trip for anglers who can't spare a lot of time. You'll try to reel in Jack Crevalle, Tuna, Bonito, and Snapper. Up to 5 people are welcome on this trip. This is the best fishing trip if you want to do more in your day in Vallarta. All the equipment will be provided, just bring some sunscreen, and get ready for a productive trip!
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Marietas Hidden Beach
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
    US $750
    This is a Marietas National park Island trip. It's a 5-6 people express 5-hour trip to the hidden beach of Marietas. There is an additional cost of 90 pesos per person for park bracelets so you can enter the island. This is one of the most protected national parks and bird sanctuaries of Mexico's Pacific coast and it's by far the best trip on Calypso.
  • Private trip
    7 Hour Trip – Las Animas
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $750
    On this trip, you'll start by fishing all the way (trolling) to the snorkeling spot Los Arcos so you can catch your own food. When you get to Los Arcos you'll do some snorkeling, and then head to the beautiful beach of Las Animas. If you spot some whales you'll stop and say hi to them. Then you'll head to Las Animas for some great seafood: they have all kinds of meals but you really want to try the fish, lobster or oysters, breaded or on the shell. Get ready for an amazing adventure!
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Barracuda (Pacific)
    Pacific Barracuda
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Offshore
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $900
    This is an all-day fishing trip for up to 5 people. Normally for this trip, you'll go out of the bay for more chances of bigger fish, all depending on the time of year. September to December you'll go for Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Roosterfish, Snapper, etc. December to March you'll go more for Roosterfish, Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Pompano, Amberjack, Bonito, Sierra, Spanish Mackerel, Jack Crevalles – a bit smaller game fish, but lots of fun.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip (Combo) – Yelapa
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $900
    On this trip, you'll go fishing in the bay for 1 or 2 hours, depending on how the bite's going. Then you'll go whale watching in Banderas Bay, where the whales come to mate. After whale watching and fishing, you'll go snorkeling at Los Arcos or Majahuitas, depending on where it's clearer. After that, you'll head to Yelapa for some great lunch. If you have your own fish, you can have them cooked. Depending on the time, you can also hike to the waterfalls of Yelapa, and enjoy some beautiful nature.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Barracuda (Pacific)
    Pacific Barracuda
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Marietas Islands
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $950
    Marietas Islands are 20 miles out of Puerto Vallarta so it's an adventure to get out there. On the way, you'll spot mantas, whales, turtles, dolphins. When you get to the islands you can get off and visit the hidden beach, or as the locals know it – the Love Cave. Then you can get back on the boat and go around viewing the island. On the 2nd island, you can get off and do some snorkeling. There's everything to prepare a ceviche on board, so you'll fish for your own food.
  • Private trip
    Rooster land !!! South trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,100
    One of my favorite trips!! If youre looking to catch a rooster this is the best trip especiall in the month of summer JULY,AGUST,SEPT,OCTOBER IS THE BEST TIMES FOR DOING THE SOUTH TRIP ROOSTER LAND !! Rooster land is about 40 miles south of puerto vallarta its along ride but most of our trips are epic bites We get from 5 to 15 roosters in a day most of the time off course its fishing but the scenary of the beautifull south cost will make the hall trip worth it !!!! Rooster land !!!!
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip – Corbetena Style
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,250
    On this trip, you'll head out up to 40 miles offshore. This is the best trip for professional anglers who like to feel the ocean breeze. Up to 4 people are welcome on this trip. This is 100 percent deep sea fishing for Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Marlin, Sailfish, and Tuna.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Barracuda (Pacific)
    Pacific Barracuda
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip – Banco Tuna Land
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    US $1,550
    This is a 12-hour trip for the experienced deep sea fishing anglers that like extreme fishing. The trip is only for 2 people. You'll go 50 to 70 miles offshore to the Tuna grounds, and try to reel in some monster specimens. All the equipment will be provided on board, just get ready for an experience of a lifetime!
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish

FAQs about Calypso

Calypso offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bay (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Marietas Hidden Beach (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 7 Hour Trip – Las Animas (7 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 8 Hour Trip (Combo) – Yelapa (8 hours)
  • US $950 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Marietas Islands (8 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - Rooster land !!! South trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Corbetena Style (10 hours)
  • US $1,550 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Banco Tuna Land (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Calypso, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System Bluetooth
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Calypso include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Only waters)
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Calypso offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing

Calypso offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Handline
  • Spearfishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Calypso include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Pacific)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)

Meet the Charter Operator

Puerto Vallarta Calypso Fishing
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
14 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
227 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2015
Captain Ariel has been on a boat and on the water all his life but has only been in the charter business for 12 years. His passion comes from seeing a passenger on his boat with a big fat smile when they got that nice fish on board and showing everybody the beauty of Banderas Bay – Captain Ariel's backyard. This makes him the happiest person alive!
Our Team
Josafath Alexis M.
Captain
Adrián M.
Captain
Erick C.
Captain
Pepe C.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Pacific) Pacific Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle

Boat specs

Locally built boat (Center console) originally built in 2011. Powered by 2 150HP Mercury engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 24 knots.

Length
30 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Handline
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Snorkeling Equipment

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Only waters
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 40 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (51)
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Great day fishing!!
Great day fishing!!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
74%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
52%
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Amazing

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip (Combo) – Yelapa on February 13, 2024
Adrian and Erik were amazing. We had the best day with them!! They were way above our expectations! They went above and beyond!...
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Great day fishing!!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – Bay on June 6, 2023
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Margie B.
Montgomery, TX
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6 hours of fishing

VERIFIED   Special 6 hour trip for Margie Barlow on May 26, 2021
We did a fishing charter with Ariel on Calypso in Puerta Vallarta.  While it was a beautiful day on the water, the fish just...
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Gary S.
San Juan Del Río, Querétaro
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Full Day Trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Offshore on January 27, 2023
4th trip with Calypso. Tough conditions made it challenging but we caught fish and they clearly value the fishery resource....
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Jason M.
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Marlin

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Offshore on March 24, 2022
Carlos and Adrian knew marlin was my goal. They were patient and stayed on the path until we got the bite ! Everything went...
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