Pesca en Vallarta - El Jefe NV
Pesca en Vallarta - El Jefe NV
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Captain Cesar Perez has been fishing Mexico's Pacific Coast for the last 20 years. He founded Pesca en Vallarta to offer high-caliber angling adventures going after all the area's top gamefish. From inshore trips targeting Roosterfish and Jacks to deep sea adventures heading over 100 miles in search of Tuna, these guys will get you on the fish, wherever they are.
Spend your trip aboard 'El Jefe,' a 38' Silverton yacht powered by twin 370 HP Cummins engines. The boat is equipped with a range of electronics and navigational tech to make sure you're fishing in the right place. Once you're there, her outriggers will throw your lines far and wide while her skilled first mate makes sure all your gear is ready for that fight of a lifetime.
There's no limit to what you can find on a trip aboard 'El Jefe.' Shorter day trips take on Roosterfish and Jacks while letting you snorkel and swim in the warm, sheltered waters of the Banderas Bay. Crank things up a notch, and you'll be venturing 50 miles out to the edge of the Bay in search of monster Marlin and Sailfish.
Pesca en Vallarta specializes in multi-day trips. These could take you to the deep-water canyons 80 miles offshore. You won't believe the fish you'll find in these remote waters, with grander Marlin and 200-lb Tuna a constant possibility.
Capt. Cesar knows that not everyone is after die-hard sportfishing, though. Family groups to tournament pros, all are welcome aboard. He will tailor each trip to your wants and needs, and will always have a trick up his sleeve if the fish aren't biting. Everything you need for the day's angling is waiting onboard. Just grab some food and drinks and head out to catch some fish!
Captain Cesar Perez has been fishing Mexico's Pacific Coast for the last 20 years. He founded Pesca en Vallarta to offer high-caliber angling adventures going after all the area's top gamefish. From inshore trips targeting Roosterfish and Jacks to deep sea adventures heading over 100 miles in search of Tuna, these guys will get you on the fish, wherever they are.
Spend your trip aboard 'El Jefe,' a 38' Silverton yacht powered by twin 370 HP Cummins engines. The boat is equipped with a range of electronics and navigational tech to make sure you're fishing in the right place. Once you're there, her outriggers will throw your lines far and wide while her skilled first mate makes sure all your gear is ready for that fight of a lifetime.
There's no limit to what you can find on a trip aboard 'El Jefe.' Shorter day trips take on Roosterfish and Jacks while letting you snorkel and swim in the warm, sheltered waters of the Banderas Bay. Crank things up a notch, and you'll be venturing 50 miles out to the edge of the Bay in search of monster Marlin and Sailfish.
Pesca en Vallarta specializes in multi-day trips. These could take you to the deep-water canyons 80 miles offshore. You won't believe the fish you'll find in these remote waters, with grander Marlin and 200-lb Tuna a constant possibility.
Capt. Cesar knows that not everyone is after die-hard sportfishing, though. Family groups to tournament pros, all are welcome aboard. He will tailor each trip to your wants and needs, and will always have a trick up his sleeve if the fish aren't biting. Everything you need for the day's angling is waiting onboard. Just grab some food and drinks and head out to catch some fish!
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Anglers' gallery (12)
Reviews (13)
Kaila Dawn5.0VerifiedGreat Trip!
6 Hour Trip - Nearshore on May 4, 2026 • 8 adultsWe had a few of 8 men go out as part of our buddy’s bachelor trip. Every person caught a fish! Crew was great! Only thing I would change would be a provided lunch as we were all awful hungry by the end. Unfortunately due to our flight timing we were unable to be organized enough to manage a meal ourselves so we just had some snacks to hold us over until we got back to our resort. Otherwise highly recommended!
Kelly StankusRepeat angler4.0Verifiedfishing was slow but boat ride was fun
4 Hour Trip – Bay on April 9, 2026 • 7 adults • 2 childrenCesar was great as well as the deck hands. fishing was slow but Cesar made a great choice to fish the bottom so the kids could catch some fish.
Jason Susee4.3VerifiedDecember fishing trip
4 Hour Trip – Bay on December 4, 2025 • 6 adults
Lynn JohnsonRepeat angler4.0VerifiedFishing with César Marcelino
4 Hour Trip – Bay on February 12, 2026 • 7 adultsHad a great time crew was fun
Riley Lariviere4.7VerifiedGreat trip
4 Hour Trip – Bay - 12:30 PM on January 18, 2024 • 8 adultsWent for the 4hr bay trip. Was great caught 1 mahi mahi and 2 yellowfin tuna. Great time was had and would be back to fish but potentially for longer next time.
James Traynor5.0VerifiedMahi Mahi Baby!!!!
4 Hour Trip – Bay on December 17, 2023 • 6 adults • 3 childrenThe crew was great. It took a while in the afternoon but in the last 30 minutes we caught a huge mahi mahi! It was well worth the wait. I highly reccomend the Capitan and crew or El Hefe! We will be back!!!!!
- John SmithRepeat angler5.0Verified
Greasy job
8 Hour Trip - Offshore on July 31, 2026 • 4 adultsOnly caught a small one coming back in but it wasn’t the crews fault they really worked hard, just was one of those days and that’s why it’s called fishing and not catching. Great Crew
Chris ChewRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat Trip’
4 Hour Trip – Bay on March 12, 2024 • 4 adultsFishing was a little slower than we’d like but Alex and Yogi were awesome! 2 incredible Jack Crevalle’s, one that we sent to the taxidermist. Thank you for a great day! We will definitely be calling on El Jefe again!
Glenn Lundrigan5.0VerifiedExcellent in every way
6 Hour Trip - Nearshore on February 13, 2025 • 5 adultsGo for it. Book it!!!
Raymond Wurdemann2.7VerifiedNo Fish
6 Hour Trip - Nearshore on March 23, 2024 • 7 adultsNice enough crew. However the boat is very dated and the pictures do not represent the condition at all. The smell of diesel throughout the cabin and deck is prevalent, it is constant so be prepared to to endure that. We also did not catch any fish which was disappointing after 5 hours. I guess that's fishing but other charters we spoke with back at the marina, reported multiple fish they caught multiple fish in the bay. I guess we were just unlucky?
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All reviews (13)
We had a few of 8 men go out as part of our buddy's bachelor trip. Every person caught a fish! Crew was great! Only thing I would change would be a provided lunch as we were all awful hungry by the end. Unfortunately due to our flight timing we were unable to be organized enough to manage a meal ourselves so we just had some snacks to hold us over until we got back to our resort. Otherwise highly recommended!
Only caught a small one coming back in but it wasn’t the crews fault they really worked hard, just was one of those days and that’s why it’s called fishing and not catching. Great Crew
Cesar was great as well as the deck hands. fishing was slow but Cesar made a great choice to fish the bottom so the kids could catch some fish.
Had a great time crew was fun
FAQs about Pesca en Vallarta - El Jefe NV
- US $670 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bay (4 hours)
- US $670 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bay - 12:30 PM (4 hours)
- US $950 per group - 6 Hour Trip - Nearshore (6 hours)
- US $1,260 per group - 8 Hour Trip - Offshore (8 hours)
- US $1,900 per group - 12 Hour Trip - Big Game Fish (12 hours)
- US $4,800 per day per group - 2 Day Trip - Canyons (MAX 6) (2 days)
- US $6,500 per day per group - 3 Day Trip (MAX 6) (3 days)
- Toilet
- Fighting chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Snorkeling equipment
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Fishing license
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Deep sea fishing
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Jack Crevalle
- Marlin (Black)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Marlin (Striped)
- Roosterfish
- Sailfish
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
Your operator
Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit, Mexico
Captain César Marcelino Pérez Castellón comes from a fishing family. His father, an avid fisherman, was the one who introduced him to the waters. César has almost 2 decades of experience, fishing all along the Pacific Coast of Mexico. He is on the water every day and enjoys fishing with his clients and friends. Captain César is also a tournament angler. He and his first mate have won podium places in tournaments around the region for the last 7 years straight. Their team will do their best to make sure you have a memorable day on the water.
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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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What’s biting in Nuevo Vallarta right now
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Marlin (Black)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (Striped)
Roosterfish
Sailfish
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