The Rusty Hook 

4.8/5 (219 reviews)
 Calle Albatros (infront of The Elements Condos), Playa Del Carmen, QR 77720, Mexico

The Rusty Hook 

4.8/5 (219 reviews)
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Calle Albatros (infront of The Elements Condos)
Playa Del Carmen, QR, Mexico

Quintana Roo is one of those places everyone’s always jealous of: sandy beaches, tropical trees, and excellent bluewater fishing right on your doorstep. Your captain looks forward to showing you just why this reputation is well-earned!

You’ll embark on your angling adventure on board a 23’ Mako. She’s a center console, perfectly suited to the nearshore and offshore waters just off the coast of Playa Del Carmen. The onboard outriggers and downriggers will give you an edge when trolling since you can wet more lines at the same time. Once you get a strike, make sure to strap in the fighting chair, the fish you’ll target with the crew will test your skill and muscles.

Kids can have a lot of fun bottom fishing for Snapper and Grouper just a few miles away from the coast. If you’re looking to reel in a pelagic predator you’re in luck – you’ll be going after them a bit further out. Mahi Mahi, Barracuda, Wahoo, Sailfish, Blue and White Marlin can all be targeted, when in season. If you’re looking for a workout you can also hook up Amberjack, one of the toughest fighters pound-for-pound.

The Rusty Hook is a small family-owened company and they’re happy to provide you with a friendly and professional service, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned angler.

All payments are due in USD on the day of the trip. If you wish to pay in Mexican Pesos, the total will be calculated prior to the trip so you can come prepared. Please contact us before the trip so we can inform you of the amount due in Pesos. Please note that if you're paying via credit or debit card, a local conversion rate will be applied.

Improve your Mexican vacation or chase your next personal best in these waters. Book a trip with The Rusty Hook and take the first step towards your new favorite fishing destination.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 219 reviews
Boat
4.7/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (234)

great group of guys to go with
great experience
Good time, great crew
+231

Angler rating

189
22
2
1
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

94%

Appropriate for children

89%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

98%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

84%

Showing 1 - 5 of 219 reviews
Showing: 5 of 219 reviews
Travis Garnier
Travis Garnier
5.0
Verified
April fishing trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on April 29, 20252 adults2 children
Right from the start, we were impressed with Jose and his crew. We showed up at 7:00 and were leaving shore within 5 min and had hooks in the water within 15 min. They gave us multiple choices to fish for large fish trolling or smaller fish casting. We chose to troll and had five hits in 2 hours and landed one fish. They definitely knew where the fish were. The wind/waves were a bit much for a couple of our young party so we had to cut our trip a bit short, but Jose drove the boat perfect and never felt unsafe. You won't get a better experience with other outfits. Look forward to going again on our next trip to Mexico!!
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
1
Raymond Pettinger
Raymond Pettinger
4.7
Verified
Great teamwork! A once in a lifetime experience!
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 11, 20252 adults1 child
It started slow. But after the first bites we hooked my first Mahi-Mahi. The second took the bait just after the first was landed. After these fish, the captain and his first mate did everything to geht another fish on the hook... No bites.... Shortly before going back I saw a large black fish taking our lure... A hard fight started and we ended winner, mostly because of the perfect teamwork of the captain Edwin and his first mate! The first mate told the captain how to maneuvre and the captain did his job perfectly. The result was a fantastic blue marlin.
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Review media 1
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Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
1
Josh Carr
Josh Carr
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with Jorge
Half Day Trip (AM) on December 4, 20254 adults
Reported catch:
White Marlin
0
James Allan
James Allan
5.0
Verified
Good time, great crew
Half Day Trip (PM) on October 9, 20252 adults
The crew did a great job trying to locate fish. My wife caught a King fish and i got a Barracuda and a few snappers.
Review media 0
Review media 0
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Gray Triggerfish
Response from Captain
October 26, 2025
great photos, thanks !
0
Brian Hausknecht
Brian Hausknecht
5.0
Verified
Nice day out
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 15, 20256 adults
Caught three mahi mahi. Decent size boat for a couple of people. First mate worked his butt off to ensure that the bait was good. Filleted the fish and we took them to a local place where we got a good meal for a good price.
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
1

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 219 reviews
Boat
4.7/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (234)

great group of guys to go with
great experience
Good time, great crew
+231

Angler rating

189
22
2
1
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

94%

Appropriate for children

89%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

98%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

84%

Showing 1 - 5 of 219 reviews
Showing: 5 of 219 reviews
Travis Garnier
Travis Garnier
5.0
Verified
April fishing trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on April 29, 20252 adults2 children
Right from the start, we were impressed with Jose and his crew. We showed up at 7:00 and were leaving shore within 5 min and had hooks in the water within 15 min. They gave us multiple choices to fish for large fish trolling or smaller fish casting. We chose to troll and had five hits in 2 hours and landed one fish. They definitely knew where the fish were. The wind/waves were a bit much for a couple of our young party so we had to cut our trip a bit short, but Jose drove the boat perfect and never felt unsafe. You won't get a better experience with other outfits. Look forward to going again on our next trip to Mexico!!
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
1
Raymond Pettinger
Raymond Pettinger
4.7
Verified
Great teamwork! A once in a lifetime experience!
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 11, 20252 adults1 child
It started slow. But after the first bites we hooked my first Mahi-Mahi. The second took the bait just after the first was landed. After these fish, the captain and his first mate did everything to geht another fish on the hook... No bites.... Shortly before going back I saw a large black fish taking our lure... A hard fight started and we ended winner, mostly because of the perfect teamwork of the captain Edwin and his first mate! The first mate told the captain how to maneuvre and the captain did his job perfectly. The result was a fantastic blue marlin.
Review media 0
Review media 1
Review media 1
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
1
Josh Carr
Josh Carr
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with Jorge
Half Day Trip (AM) on December 4, 20254 adults
Reported catch:
White Marlin
0
James Allan
James Allan
5.0
Verified
Good time, great crew
Half Day Trip (PM) on October 9, 20252 adults
The crew did a great job trying to locate fish. My wife caught a King fish and i got a Barracuda and a few snappers.
Review media 0
Review media 0
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Gray Triggerfish
Response from Captain
October 26, 2025
great photos, thanks !
0
Brian Hausknecht
Brian Hausknecht
5.0
Verified
Nice day out
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 15, 20256 adults
Caught three mahi mahi. Decent size boat for a couple of people. First mate worked his butt off to ensure that the bait was good. Filleted the fish and we took them to a local place where we got a good meal for a good price.
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
1

FAQs about The Rusty Hook

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2007
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Walkaround
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
27 knots
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