Epi Gilligan Fishing
Epi Gilligan Fishing
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Your vacation in Puerto Vallarta isn't complete until you've gone fishing with a local guide. Join Epi Gilligan Fishing for a day and see that these waters have lots to offer. Experience the excitement you can only get with big fish pulling your line and trying to break free. You don't need to be an experienced angler to land a few of these. The captain and the crew will adjust the trip to meet your needs and to help you level up your game.
You'll be fishing on a 27' Super panga that accommodates up to 5 guests. This center console is powered by twin 120 HP Yamaha engines that can reach the speed of 25 knots and get you to your fishing spot in no time. Save more time for fishing and having fun. To make your battles easier, the boat is equipped with a fighting chair, trolling gear, a live bait tank, and navigational electronics that will locate the schools of fish. And to make the trip more comfortable, there's a private toilet.
Target all kinds of reef and offshore species, such as Amberjack, Snapper, Roosterfish, Marlin, Tuna, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and many more. You get to keep most of the catch, so make the extra effort and treat yourself with a tasty feast after the trip.
The captain covers your fishing equipment and licenses. You'll need to pack your food, drinks, and sun protection. Kids are welcome to join as well, as all trips are family-friendly.
Contact Epi Gilligan Fishing and start your adventure now!
Your vacation in Puerto Vallarta isn't complete until you've gone fishing with a local guide. Join Epi Gilligan Fishing for a day and see that these waters have lots to offer. Experience the excitement you can only get with big fish pulling your line and trying to break free. You don't need to be an experienced angler to land a few of these. The captain and the crew will adjust the trip to meet your needs and to help you level up your game.
You'll be fishing on a 27' Super panga that accommodates up to 5 guests. This center console is powered by twin 120 HP Yamaha engines that can reach the speed of 25 knots and get you to your fishing spot in no time. Save more time for fishing and having fun. To make your battles easier, the boat is equipped with a fighting chair, trolling gear, a live bait tank, and navigational electronics that will locate the schools of fish. And to make the trip more comfortable, there's a private toilet.
Target all kinds of reef and offshore species, such as Amberjack, Snapper, Roosterfish, Marlin, Tuna, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and many more. You get to keep most of the catch, so make the extra effort and treat yourself with a tasty feast after the trip.
The captain covers your fishing equipment and licenses. You'll need to pack your food, drinks, and sun protection. Kids are welcome to join as well, as all trips are family-friendly.
Contact Epi Gilligan Fishing and start your adventure now!
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Tim Capello5.0VerifiedGreat outfitter
8 Hour Trip on February 4, 2026 • 1 adultHad a great 8 hr charter today. Chuey was captain and Jorge was first mate. Both were great. No issues with English. Caught lots of fish. About a dozen skip jacks, Spanish mackerel, two large Jack crevelle, and lost a nice mahi mahi at the boat. They knew what they were doing. Both very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend you consider Epi Gilligan.
Charles Beaulieu5.0VerifiedAMAZING FISHING TRIP !!!!!!
8 Hour Trip on November 4, 2025 • 3 adultsAn incredible day with Epi Jr and the crew guy. We were incredibly satisfied from start to finish. A very nice little boat, perfect for fishing. We caught a beautiful big mahi-mahi to cap off this perfect day. I've had many fishing trips like this and I highly recommend it to everyone. Thank you.
Ori Scherr5.0Verified6 out of 5 stars
4 Hour Trip on December 23, 2025 • 6 adults • 1 childOur 2nd yr in a row and already planning a 3rd. Epi is very knowledgeable about fishing spots and helped us snag a 39cm jack caravelle as well as a smaller skipjack. Great communication and fun personalities for spending hrs on a boat together.
Pedro G5.0VerifiedGreat trip!
6 Hour Trip on December 21, 2025 • 2 adultsWent fishing with captain Epi and his crewmate Jorge they were both great and very knowledgeable. We trolled lures and live bait. We caught 2 toros and one bonita. Fish put up tough fights. Would DEFINITELY recommend Captain epi!
William ChacoRepeat angler5.0VerifiedAmazing time and would def use captain and crew again
8 Hour Trip on November 6, 2025 • 1 adultNever promised, but caught a sailfish very early into our trip. Caught a lot of fish within the first 3 hours. Captain and mate were great and made it an even better time. Def would use them again and would recommend them to anyone!
Melissa Kettelkamp5.0VerifiedFantastic crew with kids!
4 Hour Trip on December 27, 2025 • 8 adults • 5 childrenThis was a great experience for our group of five boys ages 8-15 and a couple of dads and a grandpa. The crew was flexible, patient and encouraging. Great communicators as well and we had a few great catches!
Travis Sholder5.0VerifiedFishing with Epifanio
10 hour deepsea water fishing on August 11, 2026 • 2 adults
Allen Skillen5.0Verifiedgreat trip
8 Hour Trip on October 7, 2025 • 2 adultsHad an excellent day on the water, captain Chuy was knowlegable and friendly.
Jessica Tenski5.0VerifiedSo much fun!
4 Hour Trip on February 19, 2026 • 7 adultsWe had a great time! Caught some big fish— would definitely book again!
- Thomas Rauenhorst4.7Verified
good day fishing
8 Hour Trip on February 1, 2026 • 2 adultsEpi and sons did a great job of getting us out fishing. Tried many different things to catch fish.
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Had a great 8 hr charter today. Chuey was captain and Jorge was first mate. Both were great. No issues with English. Caught lots of fish. About a dozen skip jacks, Spanish mackerel, two large Jack crevelle, and lost a nice mahi mahi at the boat. They knew what they were doing. Both very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend you consider Epi Gilligan.
An incredible day with Epi Jr and the crew guy. We were incredibly satisfied from start to finish. A very nice little boat, perfect for fishing. We caught a beautiful big mahi-mahi to cap off this perfect day. I've had many fishing trips like this and I highly recommend it to everyone. Thank you.
Our 2nd yr in a row and already planning a 3rd. Epi is very knowledgeable about fishing spots and helped us snag a 39cm jack caravelle as well as a smaller skipjack. Great communication and fun personalities for spending hrs on a boat together.
thank you Ori ones again a pleasure have you and your family on board
Went fishing with captain Epi and his crewmate Jorge they were both great and very knowledgeable. We trolled lures and live bait. We caught 2 toros and one bonita. Fish put up tough fights. Would DEFINITELY recommend Captain epi!
thank you Pedro was a pleasure have you on board.best regards
Never promised, but caught a sailfish very early into our trip. Caught a lot of fish within the first 3 hours. Captain and mate were great and made it an even better time. Def would use them again and would recommend them to anyone!
Thank you William was a pleasure
FAQs about Epi Gilligan Fishing
- US $350 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
- US $430 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
- US $610 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
- US $810 per group - 10 hour deepsea water fishing (10 hours)
- US $900 per group - Full day fishing trip (12 hours)
- Toilet We have WC onboard , private in the center console .
- Fighting chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Snorkeling equipment
- Live bait well
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First mate
- Fishing license
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Flats fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Popping
- Deep sea fishing
- Amberjack
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Jack Crevalle
- Marlin (Blue)
- Roosterfish
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Cubera)
- Tuna (Skipjack)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
Your captain
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
Captain Epifanio has been fishing in Puerto Vallarta his whole life. Catching fish is a passion, a job, a calling. He would never trade it for anything else.
Real catches by this captain
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How cancellations work
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Puerto Vallarta right now
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Marlin (Blue)
Roosterfish
Sailfish
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