Calypso Charters – Calypso II

Spice up your vacation, and join Calypso Charters to explore the prolific fishing grounds out of Puerto Vallarta in Mexico! Captain Ariel Rosen grew up on these waters, so he’ll show you all the best places where you can reel in those bucket-list specimens.

You will be sailing aboard Calypso II, a 28’ center console boat built by the Captain. It’s powered by twin 115 HP Yamaha engines and is equipped with navigational electronics, so it’ll put you on the fish in no time. The boat can accommodate up to 4 anglers, and there’s a toilet on board for your convenience.

The crew will provide you with all the fishing equipment, and you’ll fish using live bait. There’s a fighting chair on board so you can reel in some of those monsters. The crew will be happy to clean and fillet your catch after the trip, so you can take it home for a taste, or to fill the freezer.

You will be able to choose among a great variety of trips, depending on where you want to go, and how much time you have. Each trip can be customized to suit any angler’s needs. There’s a lot of beautiful places you can explore here, so feel free to take a look and find the trip that speaks to you most.

A day out with Capt. Ariel will see you sailing to a remote beach, having a delicious lunch on the beach, and, of course, targeting the fish of your dreams! Among your targeted species will be Wahoo, Tuna, Snook, Snapper, Sailfish, Marlin, Roosterfish, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Jack Crevalle, and Amberjack.

Come and have an unforgettable fishing adventure under the hot Mexican sun with Calypso Charters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 hrs fishing trip in the bay
    Just booked! Last booked: 7 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $380
    Easy ,fast , great way of experimeting fishing for the first time !!!!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – The Bay
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $600
    This can be really cool because for 6 hours you have time to go to the middle of the bay. Sometimes there's a better quality of fishing. Remember this is one of the biggest bays in the world so you want to consider going out of the bay.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Snook
    Snook
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Las Animas
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $750
    You'll start this trip by trolling all the way to the snorkeling spot called Los Arcos. You will enjoy the fauna of that area: you may even see the blue-footed Boobies. If you see whales on the way, you will stop and say hello to them. Then you will head to Las Animas for the best seafood in Vallarta, where the locals go for fresh seafood. This is a nice small taste of fishing and a relaxing trip in the bay perfect for families!
  • Private trip
    Hidden beach trip marieta island !!
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
    US $750
    The hidden beach trip rated the 10 things you have to visit in our planet is a must do trip on youre visit to puerto vallarta !!! The hidden beach trip is located 20 miles west of puerto vallarta !!! Our certified guides will show you all the marine life theirs is and explain about all the diferent kinds of birds we have at the park! Marietas islands is consider a national wild park Protected so we need to ask for permision to visit this place! Wed & tuesday the park is closed to the public!!!
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Yelapa
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $900
    You will start out around 8 or 9 am. First, you will do about an hour or 2 of fishing towards the destination, then you will do some whale watching (seasonal), then a little snorkeling, then off to Yelapa for lunch. If you catch fish they will prepare it for you. Then you'll hike up to the waterfall where you'll walk through the town of Yelapa. The captain will give you a small tour of the history and life in Yelapa. Then you'll come back to the beach to relax and enjoy the rest of the day
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $950
    This trip is for up to 4 serious anglers that want to go out for the big game. On this trip, you will be going outside of the bay. You'll be looking for the bigger bite and your chances are much better the farther out. You'll be looking for Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Marlin (depends on the time of year for this fish), Roosterfish, Snapper, and Amberjack. The type of fish depends on the month you go out.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    10 hrs fishing trip
    In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,100
    My favorite trip Gives more time to get out their for more biigger game especially in the winter months when we need to find the warmer waters we need to go out deeper so this is the best trip for the hard core fisherman in winter months
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    8 Hour trip -Marietas island/Yelapa
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
    US $1,100
    You will go as far as 18 miles to Marietas islands' secret beach for snorkeling. After that, you will head to Yelapa to see the waterfall and have lunch on the beach. You will be able to fish during the trip depending on time. This is a trip where you have to drive a few miles, so it all depends on the weather.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    South trip ROOSTER FISHING!!!!!
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,100
    For does anglers that would like to catch a Rooster fish !!! The south side is Rooster Heaven ESPECIAL THE SUMMER MONTHS !! July ,agust ,sept ,oct is probably the best times for rooster fishing on the south side ots along trip to get out their but if you want to have a epic roosterfishing trip this is my recomendation Most off all put south trips we come back with amazing stories and get lots of action!!!!!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
  • Private trip
    8–10 Hour Trip – Corbetena Style
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,250
    Corbetena is a rock out on the ocean that can be the best fishing spot in Puerto Vallarta. From August to December it's amazing fishing out here. This is normally an 8 to 10-hour trip or 12 sometimes but it’s a bit more expensive for 12 hours. There's a maximum of 3 people on this trip.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip – El Banco
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    US $1,550
    This trip is for 2 guests maximum and is ideal for any extreme deep sea fishing lovers. No monkey businesses here! But it all depends on the time of year. In some months, especially February and March, the weather can get pretty wild.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
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FAQs about Calypso Charters – Calypso II

Calypso Charters – Calypso II offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $380 per group - 4 hrs fishing trip in the bay (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $20 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – The Bay (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Las Animas (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Hidden beach trip marieta island !! (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Yelapa (8 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - 10 hrs fishing trip (10 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - 8 Hour trip -Marietas island/Yelapa (8 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - South trip ROOSTER FISHING!!!!! (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 8–10 Hour Trip – Corbetena Style (8 hours)
  • US $1,550 per group - 12 Hour Trip – El Banco (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Calypso Charters – Calypso II, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Calypso Charters – Calypso II include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water)
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Calypso Charters – Calypso II offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing

Calypso Charters – Calypso II offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Bowfishing
  • Handline
  • Spearfishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Calypso Charters – Calypso II include:
  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Snook
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Charter Operator

Puerto Vallarta Calypso Fishing
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
14 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
227 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since January 2015
Captain Ariel has been on a boat and on the water all his life but has only been in the charter business for 12 years. His passion comes from seeing a passenger on his boat with a big fat smile when they got that nice fish on board and showing everybody the beauty of Banderas Bay – Captain Ariel's backyard. This makes him the happiest person alive!
Our Team
Josafath Alexis M.
Captain
Adrián M.
Captain
Erick C.
Captain
Pepe C.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Boat specs

Custom Built (Center console) originally built in 2012. Powered by 2 115HP Mercurys engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 23 knots.

Length
28 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Bowfishing
Handline
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 138 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
89%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
76%
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Steve O.
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Crew

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip – The Bay on February 20, 2024
From the time we booked the event the communication was great, instructions and timelines were spot on.  You could tell these...
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Jeremy G.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great trip, worth every penny

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – The Bay on November 3, 2023
From the start the guys were organized and ready to go. Got us on 2 mahi within 45 mins of the start of the day. They knew...
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Gene D.
Mexico City, Mexico City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Full day. Do it!!

VERIFIED   8–10 Hour Trip – Corbetena Style on September 20, 2023
Seriously. These guys are good. Perfect for two (or four) for a great adventure - effectively a private charter.  Captain...
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Bernard C.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Great trip would recommend it!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – Get On & Get Off on January 29, 2024
The captain and crew were great! We caught a Dorado and a Bonito in Banderas Bay. The only small issue we had was we only had...
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John B.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on November 8, 2023
The boys know how to fish.  Very much hands on if you want to be. Friendly and efficient
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