Alfonso Tours

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If you’re looking for the ultimate Mexican Caribbean experience, you can’t go wrong with Alfonso Tours fishing out of Playa del Carmen. Captain Alfonso Arcos is a knowledgeable, friendly, and experienced local who specializes in nearshore and offshore guided trips. He’s a true expert on the Caribbean with 30 years of commercial and sportfishing experience.

He invites you to spend the day aboard “Calipso III,” a 27’ Imemsa saltwater fishing center console that can comfortably accommodate up to 4 anglers. This beauty comes with a Yamaha F100 BETX engine, top-notch marine electronics and safety gear, along with plenty of shade. It also features outriggers, downriggers, 2 fighting chairs, an ice-box, and snorkeling gear for 4 passengers.

The captain will show you a variety of techniques and take you fishing in the hottest spots the area has to offer. You’ll get a chance to try your hand at bottom fishing, jigging, and trolling, based on the season and what you’re after. All 4 anglers can fish at the same time when bottom fishing, and rotating while trolling. The captain can take you up to 20 miles in pursuit of various A-listers.

Fishing in the area is excellent year-round, especially for Tuna, Wahoo, and Barracuda. During spring and summer, you’ll be trolling for big game species such as Blue and White Marlin, Mahi, and Sailfish. If you want to go after Amberjack, jigging for them is exceptionally efficient October–March. To get the most out of your Caribbean adventure, you can always combine epic fishing with some relaxing snorkeling.

Alfonso Tours will provide you with state-of-the-art Penn International and Shimano gear, lures, licenses, and drinks. Snacks are available on 8 and 6-hour trips. Live bait is caught during the trip, and complimentary fish cleaning is done after the trip. You just need to bring any food you’d like, sunscreen, and a desire to catch fish.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $290
    Want to start your day in the best way possible and afterward still have time to explore the streets of Playa del Carmen? Then this package is ideal for you! Captain Alfonso will provide you with everything you need to reel in a great catch, be it Grouper, Kingfish, Snapper, or others.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $290
    This afternoon trip is exactly what the doctor ordered if you're not a fan of waking up early. The captain will do everything he can to put you on Grouper, Kingfish, Snapper, and whatever else crosses your path.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $430
    Whatever the season, there is always a great game out there and 6 hours will give you the chance to try out a variety of fishing techniques and satisfy your passion for fishing. Head offshore and troll for Barracuda, Wahoo, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and other great game species.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $570
    If you want to spend more time on these beautiful waters and reel in some great catch, then this is the perfect trip for you! You will head offshore and start targeting anything from Barracuda, Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Amberjack, Wahoo, Tuna, Marlin, and many other species.
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Incredible Fishing Trip with Alfonso and Mariano!

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on February 5, 2025
We had an amazing 8-hour fishing trip with Alfonso and Mariano. I went with my 10-year-old son, and he had a blast reeling...
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Above and beyond

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on December 26, 2024
Alfonso and his mate worked hard to find us fish on a day with less than ideal conditions. They did a great job of keeping...
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Fantastic days fishing

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on September 20, 2024
Had an awesome day with Alfonso. Two of us fishing and our other halves enjoying a day at sea. Had a five fish...
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25kg or more Amberjack

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on December 9, 2024
Wow! What a day! Captain Alfonso and his first mate Mariano got me on the fish quick. Very pleasant and knowledgeable. As a...
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My Mexican Fishing Experience

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on November 13, 2024
Capt. Alfonso and his first mate Mariano were top notch! Extremely personable, and knowledgeable of the local waters. We caught...
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FAQs about Alfonso Tours

Alfonso Tours offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $290 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $290 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $430 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $570 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Alfonso Tours, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting Chair 2
  • Snorkeling Equipment Always available for 4 guests
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Alfonso Tours include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn and Shimano)
  • Live Bait (Caught during the trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (On 8 and 6-hour trips only)
  • Drinks (Beer, soft drinks, and water)
  • First Mate (Present on every trip, tips customary)
  • Fishing License

Alfonso Tours offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Up to 20 miles)
  • Reef Fishing

Alfonso Tours offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Handline

Top targeted fish species with Alfonso Tours include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Alfonso Arcos
Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
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Member since January 2019
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Captain Alfonso fell in love with the ocean at a young age. When he was a boy, his father taught him commercial fishing introducing him to a new and fascinating world. That is how Alfonso's passion for fishing began. At the age of 22, Alfonso started to offer his first sportfishing trips, and at the age of 27, his family finally owned their own fishing boat. Alfonso was the only one of his siblings who was passionate about fishing, so soon the family boat became his own. Captain Alfonso is involved with all his heart and passion in the fishing community of Playa del Carmen. So much that he is a co-founder of the first fishing cooperation of Playa del Carmen and has organized the yearly sportfishing tournament of the years 2013 to 2016. Alfonso is a qualified captain, proud to show you the beautiful Caribbean waters and share his passion for fishing with you.

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Imemsa
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha F 100 BETX
Powered by
1 x 100HP
Max cruising speed
27 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Up to 20 miles
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques will you try?

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Handline

Whichย amenities are available onboard

Fighting Chair
2
Snorkeling Equipment
Always available for 4 guests
Outriggers
Ice Box

Whatโ€™s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn and Shimano
Live Bait
Caught during the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
On 8 and 6-hour trips only
Drinks
Beer, soft drinks, and water
First Mate
Present on every trip, tips 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.

Whatย the listing policiesย are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and Release Mandatory
Sailfish, Blue and White Marlin

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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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