El Jefe Boat Charters

El Jefe Boat Charters is a company dedicated to providing the best possible fishing experience out of Puerto Peñasco. Captain Jefe Cruz will do his best to make sure the trip is tailored to your individual needs and wants. Whether you’re an experienced angler or someone who’s just starting out, you’re welcome to come aboard and have fun!

Your boat for the day is the ‘El Jefe’ - a 24’ Bayliner Trophy walkaround that’s powered by twin 115 HP Yamaha engines. Outfitted with all the necessary safety equipment and a full range of navigation electronics, she’s got all you need for a safe and productive visit to the Gulf of California.

There’s plenty to do in the Gulf angling-wise. Your main targets for the trip will usually be Triggerfish, Black Seabass, and the California Corbina. If you’re lucky, you might run into some Red Snapper as well. Shorter trips usually involve light tackle fishing only, but Capt. Jefe also has heavier tackle to use on longer excursions.

Rods, reels, and terminal tackle are all included in the price of a given trip. Not only that, but the crew will clean the catch after the trip for your convenience. Complimentary water, soda, and beer will be waiting for you on board, so feel free to bring some snacks if you like. Otherwise, don’t forget your polarized sunglasses and get ready to make some fishing memories together!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $280
    This is a local trip, from 3 to 5 miles, bottom fishing.
    Targeted fish
    California Corbina
    California Corbina
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Black Rockfish
    Black Rockfish
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (copy)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Sep 30
    US $280
    This is a local trip, from 3 to 5 miles, bottom fishing.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    California Corbina
    California Corbina
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Black Rockfish
    Black Rockfish
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $380
    If you're looking for a shorter trip out in the Gulf of California, at up to 10 miles out, you've come to the right place. You'll be fishing the nearshore waters for the likes of Corbina, Black Seabass, Triggerfish, and more.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $700
    Nothing beats a full day of fishing if you're looking to experience everything the local fishery has to offer. You'll be fishing at some 18-20 miles out. At slack tide, you will fish for Grouper with live bait. During the current, you will target California Corbina, Triggerfish, and Black Seabass.
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FAQs about El Jefe Boat Charters

El Jefe Boat Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $280 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $280 per group - Half Day Trip (copy) (4 hours)
  • US $380 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with El Jefe Boat Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live Bait Well We catch our on bait.
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with El Jefe Boat Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (On full Day trip.)
  • Drinks (Ice, water and sodas.)
  • Fishing License

El Jefe Boat Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (UP 22 miles )
  • Nearshore Fishing (Up to 10 miles.)
  • Offshore Fishing (Up to 22 miles)
  • Reef Fishing (All fishing trips are at the reefs.)

El Jefe Boat Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle (On nearshore fishing)
  • Heavy Tackle (On offshore fishing.(grouper))
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Drift Fishing (Only at slack Tide's.)
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with El Jefe Boat Charters include:
  • Calico Bass
  • California Corbina
  • Seabass (Giant)
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Meet the Captain

Jefe Cruz
Puerto PeƱasco, Sonora, Mexico
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
264 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2018
Angler's Choice
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I'm Jefe Cruz, I started as captain with tourists in 1993 Cabo San Lucas and I have been fishing Rocky Point (Puerto PeƱasco) since 2008. I became a fisherman when I was a kid with my dad and my uncles. I've always been the happiest when on the water, and now I get to show other people why that's the case. You can count on me to always go the extra mile and help you make the most of your fishing trip and your visit to the beautiful Rocky Point Mexico.

About this listing

Targeted species

Calico Bass Calico Bass
California Corbina California Corbina
Seabass (Giant) Giant Seabass
Snapper (Cubera) Cubera Snapper

Boat specs

Bayliner Trophy (Walkaround) originally built in 1993. Powered by 2 115HP Yamaha V4 engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots.

Length
24 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
UP 22 miles
Nearshore Fishing
Up to 10 miles.
Offshore Fishing
Up to 22 miles
Reef Fishing
All fishing trips are at the reefs.

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
On nearshore fishing
Heavy Tackle
On offshore fishing.(grouper)
Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Only at slack Tide's.
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live Bait Well
We catch our on bait.
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
On full Day trip.
Drinks
Ice, water and sodas.
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No min. age.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 264 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (311)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
94%
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Amy R.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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This is the company to use!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip on April 14, 2024
El Jefe, the captain, the owner of the outfit and he guides the trip personally. As I fishermen I can tell when another knows...
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David K.
Excellent
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April fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip on April 4, 2024
Donā€™t think twice about having Captain Jefe take you out.Ā  As knowledgeable a captain as you will find.Ā  He knows the area...
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Brady H.
Puerto PeƱasco, Sonora
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Amazing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on August 1, 2023
My son and I have never fished the ocean. I was a bit nervous to book a trip because I wasnā€™t sure what to expect. El Jeffe...
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Paul B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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El Jefe is the best.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on February 3, 2024
I went fishing with Jefe on January Saturday, January 28, 2024. We had such a good time we went again the following Saturday,...
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Roger M.
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Fishing with Jefe

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on September 4, 2023
Three of us went out to reef and started catching fish right away. My daughter got sea sick and we took her back to shore....
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