Contender Sports Fishing 

5.0/5 (1 review)
 Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, JA 48450, Mexico

Contender Sports Fishing 

Puerto Vallarta, JA, Mexico
30 ft
4
5.0/5 (1 review)

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Leave all your worries behind and head offshore with Contender Sports Fishing. Based out of pristine Puerto Vallarta, you're a stone's throw away from the open ocean and the Pacific's unbeatable big game fishing opportunities. With the captain and his crew, you'll head to the most productive spots and start reeling in the biggest fish. Having run fishing charters for over 30 years, they know exactly what makes a memorable day out.

Set off aboard a 2016 30' Nava center console. Powered by twin 115 HP Mercury engines, you'll speed off as far as 60 miles offshore with the wind in your hair. No matter how far you go, you'll be comfortable throughout the day. With plenty of space for up to 4 guests to fish at once, you'll be able to catch the rays or cool off in the shade while your music blasts from the multimedia system. On longer trips, you'll especially be glad of the onboard toilet.

Trips range from 4 to 14 hours, so you can decide what suits you best. On shorter trips, you'll stay on the Bay of Banderas, bottom fishing the reefs for exotic Roosterfish, Jack Crevalle and many more. Longer trips will see you head far offshore, going after monstrous big game fish. Expect an enormous struggle trying to reel in exquisite Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, and Mahi Mahi. A match for any angler, you'll own all the bragging rights if you manage to best one of these.

After a lengthy battle with these beasts, you'll need to cool off, so take advantage of the water and ice provided, and put on your snorkeling gear and hop in the water. At the end of the day, the crew will prepare your fish for you to take to a restaurant back on land, so the fun can continue over a delicious meal. These trips really have it all, you just need to bring some snacks and drinks, and settle in for an unforgettable day with Contender Sports Fishing.

Please make sure that you only pay the captain at the dock.

Leave all your worries behind and head offshore with Contender Sports Fishing. Based out of pristine Puerto Vallarta, you're a stone's throw away from the open ocean and the Pacific's unbeatable big game fishing opportunities. With the captain and his crew, you'll head to the most productive spots and start reeling in the biggest fish. Having run fishing charters for over 30 years, they know exactly what makes a memorable day out.

Set off aboard a 2016 30' Nava center console. Powered by twin 115 HP Mercury engines, you'll speed off as far as 60 miles offshore with the wind in your hair. No matter how far you go, you'll be comfortable throughout the day. With plenty of space for up to 4 guests to fish at once, you'll be able to catch the rays or cool off in the shade while your music blasts from the multimedia system. On longer trips, you'll especially be glad of the onboard toilet.

Trips range from 4 to 14 hours, so you can decide what suits you best. On shorter trips, you'll stay on the Bay of Banderas, bottom fishing the reefs for exotic Roosterfish, Jack Crevalle and many more. Longer trips will see you head far offshore, going after monstrous big game fish. Expect an enormous struggle trying to reel in exquisite Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, and Mahi Mahi. A match for any angler, you'll own all the bragging rights if you manage to best one of these.

After a lengthy battle with these beasts, you'll need to cool off, so take advantage of the water and ice provided, and put on your snorkeling gear and hop in the water. At the end of the day, the crew will prepare your fish for you to take to a restaurant back on land, so the fun can continue over a delicious meal. These trips really have it all, you just need to bring some snacks and drinks, and settle in for an unforgettable day with Contender Sports Fishing.

Please make sure that you only pay the captain at the dock.

Contender Sports Fishing
Charter Operator
Contender Sports Fishing

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
10 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
12 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
14 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
14 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Blake Robertson
Blake Robertson
Repeat angler
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Washington State, US
Member since 2019
3 trips
5.0
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Fishing with Ildefonso
4 Hour Trip on February 9, 20254 adults

FAQs about Contender Sports Fishing

Contender Sports Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 14 Hour Trip (14 hours)
When you book a trip with Contender Sports Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting chair 2
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system Radio with USB and Bluetooth
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box Cooler
Trips booked with Contender Sports Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano and Penn Gold)
  • Live bait (Caught during the trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water and ice)
  • First mate (20% tips are customary)
  • Fishing license
Contender Sports Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing (Natural )
  • Wreck fishing
Contender Sports Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
  • Handline
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Contender Sports Fishing include:
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Your operator

Contender Sports Fishing
Contender Sports Fishing
Contender Sports Fishing

Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico

7 Customer reviews
Typical response within 18 hours
Member since December 2018

Captain Ildefonso's passion for fishing is only matched by his passion for people. He sees fishing as a way to interact with different people, to enjoy together, and to make new friends. Having run charters since the mid-1980s, he knows exactly what makes a successful fishing trip, and says he'll never tire of seeing people smile as they reel in a big fish.

Our Team
Javier H.

Javier H.

First mate

7 Customer reviews
Typical response within 18 hours
Member since December 2018

Captain Ildefonso's passion for fishing is only matched by his passion for people. He sees fishing as a way to interact with different people, to enjoy together, and to make new friends. Having run charters since the mid-1980s, he knows exactly what makes a successful fishing trip, and says he'll never tire of seeing people smile as they reel in a big fish.

Our Team
Javier H.

Javier H.

First mate

The fish you can target

Skipjack
Skipjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Roosterfish
Roosterfish
Sailfish
Sailfish
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Skipjack
Skipjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Nava
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 140HP
Max cruising speed
19 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Natural
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting chair
2
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Radio with USB and Bluetooth
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Ice box
Cooler

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano and Penn Gold
Live bait
Caught during the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water and ice
First mate
20% tips are customary
Fishing license

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Must be at least 4 years old
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

What’s biting in Puerto Vallarta right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
Marlin (Black)Marlin (Black)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (Striped)Marlin (Striped)
RoosterfishRoosterfish
SailfishSailfish

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