Federico's Fishing Charters

If you’ve come to Puerto Peñasco, then chances are that you’re here for the Sea of Cortez. Come and discover it properly with Federico’s Fishing Charters! Leave the crowded beaches behind and head up to 25 miles offshore to explore the productive reefs, as you embark on a fishing trip like never before.

Who better to take you out than a local guide? Like most people in the area, Captain Martin has been fishing his whole life and boasts plenty of professional experience in the Sea of Cortez. Being proficient in English, he’ll be happy to answer any questions, as he does whatever it takes to get you on the fish.

Up to 6 guests are welcome aboard the 30’ Penn Yan deck boat. A light, yet powerful vessel, she’ll whisk you off to the productive fishing grounds in no time. She’s a professional fishing vessel that’s been built with your comfort in mind, boasting an air-conditioned cabin with a bunk and toilet. All you need to do is bring some drinks and snacks and make yourself at home.

Get ready for a pulse-racing experience as you hit up the stunning reefs. These underwater networks play home to a range of exciting and delicious fish, giving you the chance to test your bottom fishing skills to fill the boat. Go after Snappers, Groupers, Triggerfish, Barracuda, Seabass, and many more prized fish, before heading back to shore with a delicious treat.

At the end of your trip, the crew will clean and fillet your catch, so you’re good for food right away. They can even provide snorkeling gear if you request in advance, so get in touch and make the most of your trip. All Capt. Martin asks is that you arrive 15 minutes before your departure time, and away you go!

Federico’s Fishing Charters offers a fishing trip like never before. Come aboard and make your holiday come alive!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $350
    Get out on the water first thing in the morning and catch the early bite of a range of exciting and delicious fish that call the Sea of Cortez home. Spend 6 hours exploring the reefs for beauties such as Groupers, Triggerfish, Snappers, Halibut, Seabass, and many more prized creatures, as you look to make the most of your holiday by landing something tasty for lunch, dinner, and beyond.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $350
    There's no need to get up early on holiday, so come aboard in the afternoon and make the most of the incredible fishing in the Sea of Cortez. Over the course of 6 hours, you'll come up against Snappers, Groupers, Triggerfish, Seabass, Halibut, and many more prized fish. Put your bottom fishing skills to the test to fill the boat with some delicious meat to take back for dinner.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $700
    Spending 10 hours on the water will give you the chance to discover a wider range of fishing grounds, as you head up to 25 miles offshore into the heart of the Sea of Cortez. These productive waters are home to plenty of exciting and delicious fish, so come aboard and make the most of it. Try bottom fishing the reefs as you look to attract Halibut, Seabass, Snappers, Groupers, Triggerfish, and many more tasty fish to the end of your line before reeling 'em in.
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FAQs about Federico's Fishing Charters

Federico's Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Federico's Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling Equipment On request
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Radar

Trips booked with Federico's Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate (Tips are customary)
  • Fishing License

Federico's Fishing Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Reef Fishing

Federico's Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Handline

Top targeted fish species with Federico's Fishing Charters include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Broomtail)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Seabass (Giant)
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Meet the Captain

Ernesto Jimenez
Puerto PeƱasco, Sonora, Mexico
144 Customer reviews
Response time 3 hours
Member since December 2018
A professional fishing outfit, Federico's Fishing Charters employs only the best captains and mates from the local area. Captains Oscar, Gabriel, and Martin, have all been fishing since childhood and have years of commercial and recreational fishing experience in the Sea of Cortez. They know exactly where to go to get you on the fish, and they promise a productive day to sea whenever you come aboard.

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Flounder Flounder
Grouper (Broomtail) Broomtail Grouper
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper

Boat specs

Penn Yan (Deck boat) originally built in 2000. Powered by a 270HP Penn Yan engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 14 knots.

Length
30 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Reef Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Handline

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Tips are customary
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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 44 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (31)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Caught fish
77%
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James T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Outstanding Fishing Trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on March 2, 2024
Gustavo was awesome!Ā  He made my 12 year old sonā€™s first fishing trip enjoyable and memorable.Ā  Also, very attentive to...
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Anthony K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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6 hr trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on November 9, 2023
7of us on a 6 hour trip. Capt Ernesto and first mate Gustavo did suck a great job that when we return next time weā€™re going...
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Cesar Augusto Trujillo Ramirez
Nogales, Sonora
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing time

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 12, 2023
So in the morning wind didnā€™t let us to go out as soon as marina open they call we went great time good fishing allways want...
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Reynaldo V.
Mexico City, Mexico City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing Adventure!!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on September 9, 2023
It is very difficult to explain in words how thrilling it was to be in the ocean, and had this experience.$ The company was...
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Jessica R.
Wittmann, Arizona
Very good
3.3 / 5
Experience:
Bad
2.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
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No Air conditioning

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 3, 2023
Going to fish with the kids in August the air conditioner was extremely important for me. Unfortunately it turns out the boat...
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