Canek del Pacífico – Bonita 

4.7/5 (29 reviews)
 Avenida Paseo de la Marina Norte, Puerto Vallarta, JA 48450, Mexico

Canek del Pacífico – Bonita 

Puerto Vallarta, JA, Mexico
28 ft
4
4.7/5 (29 reviews)

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Be a part of some of the best experiences Puerto Vallarta has to offer with Canek del Pacífico. Explore a range of thrilling fishing grounds in some pristine waters, from the Bay of Banderas out to El Corbeteña. With over 40 years of combined fishing experience and award-winning championships, Captain Louis is the perfect guide for first-time anglers, serious sport fishermen, and deep sea experts.

Head out aboard the “Bonita.” A 28’ Nava center console, she’s adept at exploring all kinds of waters. Let the twin 115 HP Yamaha V4 engines whisk you off to the deepest waters where you’ll make use of the boat’s top fishing equipment. You’ll fill the livewell with fresh bait, before making use of the outriggers to troll and catch the bite of some monster fish.

Discover the Bay of Banderas and its stunning reefs as you look back at the pristine coastline just a few miles away. Head out first thing and watch the sunrise behind the towering mountains, before getting your fish on. Go after dazzling Roosterfish, Snappers, Bonito, Mahi Mahi, and Jacks, and you’ll even get the chance to get in the water and swim with them. Just get in touch with the captain to bring the snorkeling gear aboard.

On longer trips, you’ll head out to some of the Pacific’s greatest offshore fishing spots. Explore El Corbeteña, and go after some monster fish. Get ready for the fight of your life as you try to reel in enormous, strong, and tough-fighting Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, and Mahi Mahi. You won’t forget this in a hurry as you head back to shore with a great tale to tell.

During the trip, take advantage of the fresh fruit and free water on offer, but feel free to bring along any other drinks and snacks you’d like. At the end of the day, the crew will clean and prepare any of your catch that you’d like to take back to shore. Everything you could want out of a fishing trip awaits with Canek del Pacífico.

Be a part of some of the best experiences Puerto Vallarta has to offer with Canek del Pacífico. Explore a range of thrilling fishing grounds in some pristine waters, from the Bay of Banderas out to El Corbeteña. With over 40 years of combined fishing experience and award-winning championships, Captain Louis is the perfect guide for first-time anglers, serious sport fishermen, and deep sea experts.

Head out aboard the “Bonita.” A 28’ Nava center console, she’s adept at exploring all kinds of waters. Let the twin 115 HP Yamaha V4 engines whisk you off to the deepest waters where you’ll make use of the boat’s top fishing equipment. You’ll fill the livewell with fresh bait, before making use of the outriggers to troll and catch the bite of some monster fish.

Discover the Bay of Banderas and its stunning reefs as you look back at the pristine coastline just a few miles away. Head out first thing and watch the sunrise behind the towering mountains, before getting your fish on. Go after dazzling Roosterfish, Snappers, Bonito, Mahi Mahi, and Jacks, and you’ll even get the chance to get in the water and swim with them. Just get in touch with the captain to bring the snorkeling gear aboard.

On longer trips, you’ll head out to some of the Pacific’s greatest offshore fishing spots. Explore El Corbeteña, and go after some monster fish. Get ready for the fight of your life as you try to reel in enormous, strong, and tough-fighting Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, and Mahi Mahi. You won’t forget this in a hurry as you head back to shore with a great tale to tell.

During the trip, take advantage of the fresh fruit and free water on offer, but feel free to bring along any other drinks and snacks you’d like. At the end of the day, the crew will clean and prepare any of your catch that you’d like to take back to shore. Everything you could want out of a fishing trip awaits with Canek del Pacífico.

Canek Del Pacífico
Charter Operator
Canek Del Pacífico
10 years of experience

Trip availability and prices

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3/4 Day Trip – Banderas Bay
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:10 AM
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:15 AM
US $680
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Extended Full Day Trip – Tournament
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:45 AM
US $830
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.7
29 reviews
4.4
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

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Kyle K
Kyle K
Repeat angler
us
Utah, US
Member since 2024
6 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing
13 Hour Fishing Tournament on November 18, 20242 adults

We booked the 13hr. We met the crew prior and were handed food and water for our adventure. Left on time, making our way out there the wind turned and the swells started rising, so is and most boats turned around and stayed close to shore. Caught a few Jack Crevalles, Bonitas, and Spanish Mackerel. They were helpful with the set up but also let you help and do things if you wanted. Was a long day but a good day overall.

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Peter Collings
Peter Collings
Repeat angler
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2020
6 trips
4.7
Verified
Mahi madness!
Extended Full Day Trip – Tournament on January 13, 20241 adult

My second trip with captain scooby and chicken. After a great 1st trip we decided to head offshore to try for a marlin. Although we had hits from marlin we couldn't hook up properly although seeing them hit the baits was pretty spectacular. I may have missed out on a marlin but the fishing was still awesome we found an area with lots of mahi mahi. I think the final tally was 12 with a few missed hits and lost fish. Again we had ceviche and sashimi on the way back which was delicious.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Peter Collings
Peter Collings
Repeat angler
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2020
6 trips
4.7
Verified
Bonito bonanza
Full Day Trip on January 11, 20241 adult

Had a great day. Captain scooby and his crewman chicken (not sure why he's called chicken) put me on the fish straight away. We caught over 20 bonito (I lost count) and a few skipjack. We then headed offshore and came across a beautiful mahi mahi. As we headed back in we had fresh bonito ceviche and with the lures still in the water we picked up a Sierra mackerel and a blue runner. All in all a great fay

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Roy Sauck
Roy Sauck
Repeat angler
us
Alaska, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Ceviche was amazing
Full Day Trip on April 1, 20252 adults2 children

Scoop and chicken did an awesome job it was a great experience and the ceviche was amazing 👍👍

Brian Cagle
Brian Cagle
us
California, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Not what it seems
3/4 Day Trip – Banderas Bay on December 18, 20232 adults

I gave 5 stars for the real Captain. The captain listed was not the captain, just a middleman and doesn`t even own a boat. Fishing Booker is a broker and then the captain listed was also a broker who represents several other boats. I prefer to pay the man who actually puts in the work! Too many hands in the pie for me. The real Captain was awesome. Great experience and put us on the X.

Canek Del Pacífico
Response from Charter operator

Hi Brian! I'm Maxe, nice to greet you. I appreciate your comment and your time for writing to us. I would like to clarify a point; sometimes my participation in the process is only the initial part, you should know that this is also honest work; My commitment is to put you the best of our crew, in the best boat available at the moment, I am responsible for every trip I have had (Cap. Hector is my partner) We are a team: I will be glad to go on board another time as a fisherman. As always I pass the good comments to my partner Hector's and crew, best regards my friend.

FAQs about Canek del Pacífico – Bonita

Canek del Pacífico – Bonita offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Banderas Bay (6 hours)
  • US $680 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $830 per group - Extended Full Day Trip – Tournament (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Canek del Pacífico – Bonita, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system Sound system (MP3 & iPod)
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Canek del Pacífico – Bonita include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (ASK for EXTRA LIVEBAIT. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (Power bars & Fresh Fruit)
  • Drinks (Water & Sodas)
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
  • Lunch (10-13 HOURS TRIP ONLY)
Canek del Pacífico – Bonita offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
Canek del Pacífico – Bonita offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Canek del Pacífico – Bonita include:
  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Canek Del Pacífico
Canek Del Pacífico
Canek Del Pacífico

Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico

29 Customer reviews
Typical response within 11 hours
Member since February 2019

Operating since 2016, Canek Del Pacífico has grown into a trustworthy business in Puerto Vallarta. They're passionate about fishing and pay attention to every detail to make sure that the experience is enjoyable for every customer. The trained crew will be at your service throughout your trip, leaving you with a huge smile on your face at the end of the day. Captain Louis has over 35 years of experience in the industry, so knows exactly where to find the sweet spots, and knows what makes a successful fishing trip.

29 Customer reviews
Typical response within 11 hours
Member since February 2019

Operating since 2016, Canek Del Pacífico has grown into a trustworthy business in Puerto Vallarta. They're passionate about fishing and pay attention to every detail to make sure that the experience is enjoyable for every customer. The trained crew will be at your service throughout your trip, leaving you with a huge smile on your face at the end of the day. Captain Louis has over 35 years of experience in the industry, so knows exactly where to find the sweet spots, and knows what makes a successful fishing trip.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Roosterfish
Roosterfish
Sailfish
Sailfish
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Black Marlin
Black Marlin

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Nava
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha V4
Powered by
2 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
23 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Sound system (MP3 & iPod)
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
ASK for EXTRA LIVEBAIT.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Power bars & Fresh Fruit
Drinks
Water & Sodas
First mate
Fishing license
Lunch
10-13 HOURS TRIP ONLY

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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 10 years old
You keep catch
YOU CAN SHARE WITH CREW MATE
Catch and release allowed
SAILFISH & MARLINS

How you can pay

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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Puerto Vallarta right now

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

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