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Makaira Cozumel Fishing Charters 

4.7
(18 reviews)
 Marina Puerto de Abrigo, 100 Avenida Rafael E. Melgar, San Miguel De Cozumel, QR 77600, Mexico–
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Makaira Cozumel Fishing Charters 

San Miguel De Cozumel, QR, Mexico
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35 ft
6
4.7
(18 reviews)
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Cozumel is known for its breathtaking reefs and great fishing opportunities. To experience both at the same time, join Makaira Cozumel Fishing Charters. Captain Jose Luis has been fishing in the area for decades and he's the right person to get you on fish. Whether you're hoping to break your personal record or to catch your first fish, you're welcome!

Join the captain on his 35' Wellcraft boat. This fishing machine accommodated up to 6 anglers and 4 people can fish at the same time. The boat has everything you need for a full day of comfort – a lounge area, lots of seating space, a kitchen, and a private toilet. To make your battles easier, you'll also find a fighting chair aboard, ready to support you when you're after the biggest fish out there.

There are no small fish on this trip, only big game! Some of your targets are Wahoo, Barracuda, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and all kids of Marlin. Nothing here is an easy catch, so you'll need to use all of your strength. At the end of the trip, you'll have a trophy you'll be proud of!

You can keep all catches except for Marlin and Sailfish and the crew will clean them for you. You'll be provided with Shimano and Penn rods, a variety of lures, snacks, and drinks. On full day trips, you'll also have sandwiches. You only need to bring your sun protection and a camera.

Join Makaira Cozumel Fishing Charters and spend an exciting day on the reefs of Cozumel!

Cozumel is known for its breathtaking reefs and great fishing opportunities. To experience both at the same time, join Makaira Cozumel Fishing Charters. Captain Jose Luis has been fishing in the area for decades and he's the right person to get you on fish. Whether you're hoping to break your personal record or to catch your first fish, you're welcome!

Join the captain on his 35' Wellcraft boat. This fishing machine accommodated up to 6 anglers and 4 people can fish at the same time. The boat has everything you need for a full day of comfort – a lounge area, lots of seating space, a kitchen, and a private toilet. To make your battles easier, you'll also find a fighting chair aboard, ready to support you when you're after the biggest fish out there.

There are no small fish on this trip, only big game! Some of your targets are Wahoo, Barracuda, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and all kids of Marlin. Nothing here is an easy catch, so you'll need to use all of your strength. At the end of the trip, you'll have a trophy you'll be proud of!

You can keep all catches except for Marlin and Sailfish and the crew will clean them for you. You'll be provided with Shimano and Penn rods, a variety of lures, snacks, and drinks. On full day trips, you'll also have sandwiches. You only need to bring your sun protection and a camera.

Join Makaira Cozumel Fishing Charters and spend an exciting day on the reefs of Cozumel!

Jose Luis Castillo Tinajero
Captain
Jose Luis Castillo Tinajero
46 years of experience
responds within an hour
Popular features
Fishing license
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Toilet
Popular features
Fishing license
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Toilet

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $550
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

4.7
18 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.6
Captain & crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (16)

Reviews (18)

  • Philippe Desrosiers
    Philippe Desrosiers
    Repeat angler
    ca
    Québec, Canada
    Member since 2022
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great day

    Half Day Trip (AM) on March 30, 2026 • 2 adults

    captain very good and boat was really nice. first mates worked really hard. nothing trolling so captain got us on bottom fishing deep. caught 20 sh red snappers . supper was great

  • Alejandro Suarez-moran
    Alejandro Suarez-moran
    ca
    Québec, Canada
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Extraordinary Experience on the Makaira with Captain Jose Luis

    Half Day Trip (AM) on March 10, 2025 • 2 adults

    My son and I had the best fishing experience ever. Although the weather was not at all the best, the Captain and the crew (both by the name of José) gave 120% so we had a very good fishing experience. We catched 4 Mahi Mahi and a Barracuda. There is no doubt that the next time I am in Cozumel I will contact Captain José Luis to take us fishing again. Thanks Captain José Luis and the crew.

  • Patrick Carter
    Patrick Carter
    Repeat angler
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2023
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip

    3/4 Day Trip on February 17, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

    This time of year is pretty slow from hearing other people that been out fishing on our hotel we stayed at. We caught some amberjack and barracuda. Our kids had a great time. Jose and Jose were great and appreciate then for putting us on some fish.

  • Michael Scalf
    Michael Scalf
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Jose Luis

    Half Day Trip (AM) on February 16, 2024 • 2 adults

    Great captain and crew. Fishing wasn’t great but had a great time and plenty of beer and water. Trolled for a few hours then changed over to bottom fishing

  • Susan Albizo
    Susan Albizo
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2017
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome

    3/4 Day Trip on October 21, 2023 • 2 adults

    We will definitely go back out with them if and when we return to Cozumel. Caught fish every day we went out.

  • Scott Fleming
    Scott Fleming
    Repeat angler
    us
    Wyoming, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    March fishing trip

    Full Day Trip on March 29, 2021 • 6 adults
  • Rachel Buerger
    Rachel Buerger
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day

    3/4 Day Trip on November 7, 2023 • 2 adults

    Wow! What a great day! Very nice boat, with a working head, and excellent equipment. The crew was busy getting lines in the water the minute we left the harbor. Enjoyed the banter with the crew; they kept things entertaining. We had a 6 hour trip of deep sea and bottom fishing. Fishing, lunch and beverages were awesome. Especially loved the fresh fruit. The captain recommended a restaurant to cook our fish, La Monina. We took a 15 minute walk from the harbor and had them cook some of our fish. Incredible!!!!! Can’t say enough about the staff at La Monina either!

  • Ferdinand Desiderio
    Ferdinand Desiderio
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Great for the Fare.

    Half Day Trip (AM) on September 2, 2025 • 2 adults

    Capt Jose took me to the fish. Mate Jose II, as he calls himself , Didn't stop changing bait, watching lines and we never lost a fish that got off a hook. Great boat to charter for many reasons.

  • Tim Ward
    Tim Ward
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Awsome

    Half Day Trip (AM) on February 1, 2024 • 2 adults

    Awesome Awesome Awesome

  • Dennis Hukill
    Dennis Hukill
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Jose Luis

    Half Day Trip (AM) on March 16, 2024 • 5 adults

FAQs about Makaira Cozumel Fishing Charters

Makaira Cozumel Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Makaira Cozumel Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Snorkeling equipment Request in advance
  • Kitchen
  • Outriggers
  • Radar
Trips booked with Makaira Cozumel Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano, Penn)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (Chips)
  • Drinks (Water, soda, beer)
  • First mate (Tips are appreciated)
  • Fishing license
  • Lunch (Only on a full day trip; fruit and sandwiches)
Makaira Cozumel Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
Makaira Cozumel Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Makaira Cozumel Fishing Charters include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Jose Luis Castillo Tinajero
Jose Luis Castillo Tinajero
San Miguel De Cozumel, Quintana Roo, Mexico
6 Fishing Reports
18 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2020
Captain Jose Luis has been fishing in the area for over 25 years. As a local, he knows every corner of these fishing grounds and the best way to have a great day on the water. Being able to spend his days on the water is one of the greatest advantages of this work and he wouldn't change it for anything else.
Jose Luis Castillo Tinajero
Jose Luis Castillo Tinajero
6
reports
18
reviews
2020
member since
~1h
response
Captain Jose Luis has been fishing in the area for over 25 years. As a local, he knows every corner of these fishing grounds and the best way to have a great day on the water. Being able to spend his days on the water is one of the greatest advantages of this work and he wouldn't change it for anything else.

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish

Real catches by this captain

  • A smiling angler poses with a neatly arranged catch of Red Snapper on the boat after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Philippe D.
    Philippe D.
    captain very good and boat was really nice. first mates worked really hard. nothing trolling so captain got us on bottom fishing deep. caught 20 sh red snappers . supper was great
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch, a Barracuda and a Mahi Mahi, on the deck of a fishing charter boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Great Barracuda
    Alejandro S.
    Alejandro S.
    My son and I had the best fishing experience ever. Although the weather was not at all the best, the Captain and the crew (both by the name of José) gave 120% so we had a very good fishing experience. We catched 4 Mahi Mahi and a Barracuda. There is no doubt that the next time I am in Cozumel I will contact Captain José Luis to take us fishing again. Thanks Captain José Luis and the crew.
  • A young angler smiles while seated in the cabin of a fishing boat, with fishing rods ready for action in the background.
    Fish 1
    Great Barracuda
    Patrick C.
    Patrick C.
    This time of year is pretty slow from hearing other people that been out fishing on our hotel we stayed at. We caught some amberjack and barracuda. Our kids had a great time. Jose and Jose were great and appreciate then for putting us on some fish.
  • An angler proudly displaying a Barracuda at the marina, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Great Barracuda
    Michael S.
    Michael S.
    Great captain and crew. Fishing wasn’t great but had a great time and plenty of beer and water. Trolled for a few hours then changed over to bottom fishing
  • A variety of fish including Snapper and Mahi Mahi displayed on a cooler aboard a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Red Snapper
    Susan A.
    Susan A.
    We will definitely go back out with them if and when we return to Cozumel. Caught fish every day we went out.
  • Large display of multiple tuna-like fish arranged across the deck of a fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    If you limes make lemonade right? ran into a nice school of bonitas and troll them around and around, this was very fun!
  • Large dockside fish display featuring red snapper and other reef fish arranged on a fillet table beside a sport-fishing charter boat in a marina.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Vermilion Snapper
    Trolling was slow so we decided to switch to bottom fishing which brought good action and then on the way back BOOOM a nice King Mackerel off the downrigger that made an awesome fight
  • A variety of fish, including snapper and grouper, stored in a cooler after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Full cooler with Triggerfish, yellow eye snappers and rainbows was very fun
  • An angler proudly displaying a large shark at the marina, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Bull Shark
    I like and respect sharks but this one kept taking all my fish until he swallowed my circle hook with wire leader, made a hell of a fight for almost 1hour
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Red Snapper on a boat, surrounded by a bountiful catch of multiple Red Snapper after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    much very fun reeling this snappers of my favorite stone!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
35 ft
Year built
2000
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Wellcraft
Boat type
Cruiser
Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Snorkeling equipment
Request in advance
Kitchen
Outriggers
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano, Penn
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Chips
Drinks
Water, soda, beer
First mate
Tips are appreciated
Fishing license
Lunch
Only on a full day trip; fruit and sandwiches

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
All ages welcome; life vests provided
You keep catch
Split with crew
Catch and release allowed
We can mount your trophy catch
Catch and release mandatory
Billfish

How you can pay

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

What’s biting in San Miguel De Cozumel right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)Marlin (White)
SailfishSailfish
WahooWahoo

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