Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters 36' 

4.8/5 (6 reviews)
 Blvd. Paseo Ixtapa, Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, GR 40880, Mexico

Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters 36' 

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, GR, Mexico
36 ft
8
4.8/5 (6 reviews)

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Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters invites you for a memorable fishing trip on the pristine waters of Ixtapa Zihuatanejo! Team up with Captain Benigno Guzmán and let him take you to your next prized catch with the help of his experienced crew.

Come aboard a 36' Chris-Craft center console and head out to the most productive fishing grounds. The boat is fitted with a 450 HP Caterpillar engine that will take you to the bite and on board, there's all necessary fishing equipment for a successful trip. The vessel is spacious enough to sit up to 8 people. If you'd like to do some fly fishing, arrange it with your guide beforehand and he'll prepare the equipment.

You'll have Shimano, Avet, and Penn rods and reels on board, as well as an assortment of lures that will get the attention of your prey. There's a toilet on the boat, so even on full day trips, you'll travel in comfort. Whenever you need help or fishing advice, the first mate will be at your disposal, and tips are a great way to show your appreciation for his hard work.

When it comes to what you could catch, it all comes down to the time you have and your fishing preferences. On 4-hour trips, you'll cast your line up to one mile from the shore and target Narrow-Barred Mackerel, Bonito, and Roosterfish.

Ready for some adrenaline-inducing fishing fights? Book the 7-hour trip and head out up to 15 miles, where you'll prowl the fishing grounds for Sailfish, Striped and Blue Marlin, Mahi Mahi, and Tuna. This is the right choice for all anglers looking to hook their next record fish.

You're welcome to keep whatever you'd like, and the crew will clean and fillet it for you, and what you don't want, you can either release and leave it to the crew. Capt. Ben will provide drinks, and all you have to do is pack some snacks and food.

Discover the excellent Zihuatanejo fishing with Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters!

Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters invites you for a memorable fishing trip on the pristine waters of Ixtapa Zihuatanejo! Team up with Captain Benigno Guzmán and let him take you to your next prized catch with the help of his experienced crew.

Come aboard a 36' Chris-Craft center console and head out to the most productive fishing grounds. The boat is fitted with a 450 HP Caterpillar engine that will take you to the bite and on board, there's all necessary fishing equipment for a successful trip. The vessel is spacious enough to sit up to 8 people. If you'd like to do some fly fishing, arrange it with your guide beforehand and he'll prepare the equipment.

You'll have Shimano, Avet, and Penn rods and reels on board, as well as an assortment of lures that will get the attention of your prey. There's a toilet on the boat, so even on full day trips, you'll travel in comfort. Whenever you need help or fishing advice, the first mate will be at your disposal, and tips are a great way to show your appreciation for his hard work.

When it comes to what you could catch, it all comes down to the time you have and your fishing preferences. On 4-hour trips, you'll cast your line up to one mile from the shore and target Narrow-Barred Mackerel, Bonito, and Roosterfish.

Ready for some adrenaline-inducing fishing fights? Book the 7-hour trip and head out up to 15 miles, where you'll prowl the fishing grounds for Sailfish, Striped and Blue Marlin, Mahi Mahi, and Tuna. This is the right choice for all anglers looking to hook their next record fish.

You're welcome to keep whatever you'd like, and the crew will clean and fillet it for you, and what you don't want, you can either release and leave it to the crew. Capt. Ben will provide drinks, and all you have to do is pack some snacks and food.

Discover the excellent Zihuatanejo fishing with Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters!

Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters Ixtapa
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Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters Ixtapa
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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $450
Entire boat: up to 8 people
Inshore Fishing and Snorkeling
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $480
Entire boat: up to 8 people
Full Day Trip – Deep Sea Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $550
Entire boat: up to 8 people
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4.8
6 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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Tim Buss
Tim Buss
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Big Ben Charters 3/18/26
Full Day Trip – Deep Sea Fishing on March 18, 20262 adults

The Captain was Jose with 28 years Experience. My Wife & I Took off around 6:30am & at 8:05am fish on. It was a Sailfish just Under 8 feet long and 75 pounds. Around a 4 hours later a Large Blue Marlin hit the Bait. It took over an Hour and 20 minutes to land. The Marlin was over 200 pounds & 113 inches long. The Marlin was Dancing on its tail fin on top of the water so many times, it was Remarkable. I have fished allot, but this trip will be my Best memories……. Thanks so much to Captain Jose!!!

Reported catch:
Blue Marlin
Sailfish
Jack Ostrovskiy
Jack Ostrovskiy
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2021
20 trips
5.0
Verified
Dream Fishing
Full Day Trip – Deep Sea Fishing on October 9, 20242 adults

Very good communication in English, we spoke many times before fishing, all questions were answered. Boat is big, clean restroom, good equipment. Team (Felix and Daniel) are helpful and professional. We catch 5 Tunas (Bonitos) and one Mahi-Mahi. For sure we were able to catch more fish but didn't need it.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Bonito
Kevin Kopp
Kevin Kopp
ca
Saskatchewan, Canada
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Awesome couple of days!
Full Day Trip – Deep Sea Fishing on January 4, 20231 adult1 child

Day one went deep sea in large diesel boat and caught 4 Dorado, second day went on Panga boat and caught 6 dorado, 1 black tuna and 1 sail fish! Ben arranged to pick us up at our hotel and made sure we had a ride back as well. Great experience for my son and I - will be back!

Sean Halter
Sean Halter
us
Bellevue, WA, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
4 hour fishing trip
Half Day Trip on December 23, 20212 adults3 children

We had a great time with Big Ben Charters. The day was beautiful and the staff, boat and experience were great. We caught Tuna, Mackerel, Mahi Mahi and a 40" needle fish. Our family had a great time and we look forward to doing it again in the future!

Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters Ixtapa
Response from Charter operator

Thank you for your comments, I am happy that you enjoyed your fishing experience, see you next time Cheers. Big Ben

John White
John White
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2019
4.7
Verified
Fishing trip in February
Full Day Trip – Deep Sea Fishing on February 28, 20233 adults

FAQs about Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters 36'

Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters 36' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $480 per group - Inshore Fishing and Snorkeling (8 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Full Day Trip – Deep Sea Fishing (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters 36', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters 36' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Avet, Shimano, and Penn)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • First mate (Tips are appreciated)
  • Fishing license
  • Fly fishing equipment (Available on request only)
Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters 36' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters 36' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Trolling
  • Fly fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters 36' include:
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Your operator

Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters Ixtapa
Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters Ixtapa
Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters Ixtapa

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, Guerrero, Mexico

16 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2019

Captain Benigno Guzmán was born and raised in Zihuatanejo and he spent most of his life fishing the abundant local waters. He's been running Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters for 20 years and is still going strong. Capt. Ben works with Captain Jose Angel Rico Cadena, and one of these two expert guides will take you to the best bite you'll find in the area.

16 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2019

Captain Benigno Guzmán was born and raised in Zihuatanejo and he spent most of his life fishing the abundant local waters. He's been running Big Ben Sport Fishing And Charters for 20 years and is still going strong. Capt. Ben works with Captain Jose Angel Rico Cadena, and one of these two expert guides will take you to the best bite you'll find in the area.

The fish you can target

Bonito
Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Roosterfish
Roosterfish
Sailfish
Sailfish
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Bonito
Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin

Real catches by this captain

  • Fishing with Big Ben Charters 3/18/26
    Tim B.
    Tim B.
  • Dream Fishing
    Jack O.
    Jack O.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
8 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
2002
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Chris-Craft
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
1 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
12 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling
Fly Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Snorkeling equipment
Outriggers
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Avet, Shimano, and Penn
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
First mate
Tips are appreciated
Fishing license
Fly fishing equipment
Available on request only

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 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
All ages welcome, life jackets provided
You keep catch
Crew keeps catch
Catch and release allowed

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

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