Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure Games

4.7/5 (40 reviews)

Paseo del Pescador, Zihuatanejo, GR 40880, Mexico–

Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure Games

4.7/5 (40 reviews)

Paseo del Pescador

Zihuatanejo, GR, Mexico

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Trips & prices What's included Targeted species Boat info Reviews Contact captain

Grand Jefe II fishing & Leisure Games welcomes you to Zihua-Ixtapa! Come and enjoy of the best equipped and most productive boat in the area. Cptn Enrique, Christopher and Abel Cortez are bilingual,Experienced and very friendly. They will meet in Zihuatanejo’s main pier and embark on a fishing trip to remember. Gran Jefe II was featured on several TV series, such as Chasing Monsters With Cyril Chauquet, and most saltwater sport fishing magazines. Proud and active member of tag and release programs.
Gran Jefe II is a 42’ Italian Pride cruiser. It runs on twin 350, It’s equipped for OFF SHORE or IN SHORE with Fish Finder, radio 2 fighting chairs, Penn Int Reels, Casting gear, tuna tubes outriggers, downriggers, livewell and batroom. the target: Marlin, Sails, Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Roosterfish, Jacks… Includes: fishing lisencess, 40 assorted drinks, bait… Kids are welcome aboard.
Whale Watching, Water Aactivities & Sun Set Cruises, Gran Jefe II is the best option for Famililies and Group of Friends well acconditioned with large areas of easy transit, enjoy the view from the fly bridge or the large terrace in the bow with suntan bed, sofa and optional shade, relax on the fresh comfortable galley or enjoy of the seating área on the shady Stern next to the swiming platform.
Water Toys on board… certified whale watcher with hydrophone to hear them singing, ocean kayak for 2, snorkel gear, Water Mat, nodles, music with blue tooth in all areas, fresh water shower, music sistem with blue tooth, 40 assorted drinks, large cooler with ice…

come have an unforgettable day on the Pacific riviera of Mexico, Gran Jefe II is waiting for you!

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4.7

40 reviews

4.8

Boat & equipment

4.6

Captain & crew

4.7

Fishing Experience

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James Andrews

5.0

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Best charter ever!

6 Hour In-shore Fishing & Snorkel on December 16, 2025 • 6 adults

We caught so many fish, we had to ask for a break! Caught all the Bonitas we could eat in the first hour including 4 at once. Luckily we had taken the Casa Mexica cooking class the day before and made delicious ceviche with them. We asked for another type of fish and they put us on some chevale jacks which were expertly cleaned by Christopher which added to our snorkeling experience by baiting the water with the entrails. if you're a serious snorkler, I recommend bringing your own gear although the charter will supply some as well. We also saw a lot of humpbacks. I'd definitely book with this charter again. We were able to buy lunch at the dock. Lilly's restaurant will cook your catch for you but wasn't open on the Tuesday.

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Response from Captain

December 18, 2025

HOLA JAMES, IT WAS GOOD TO MEET YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND HAVING YOU ALL ABOARD THE GRAN JEFE II, WE ARE GLAD TO HEAR THAT YOU ENJOYED YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH US, FISHING, SNORKELING, WHALE WHATCHING AND HEARING THEM SINGING, WE CAN CALL IT A DAY, THANKS AGAIN FOR CHOOSING US.

Jamie Sinnott

4.7

Verified

New

Great day on the water

7 Hour – Deep Sea for 10 PPL MAX on January 12, 2026 • 2 adults

Great trip, boat, and crew. We had an excellent day and landed 4 nice sail fish. Christopher, the deckhand was awesome. He worked really hard and also kept us engaged and provided excellent conversation. The captain, Enrique was on the flying bridge but kept us on the fish. We actually got to ride up there on the run back in. The boat is large and comfortable, diesel engine inboard so it was a bit of a slow run out and back and there was some exhaust fumes at times. We had one reel malfunction that was a pain while fighting a fish but as soon as it was known that rod was taken out of rotation and replaced with another. communication before the trip was a little sparse as we didnt get any response to messages after the initial confirmation and date still ahowed available to book on this website but they were ready when and where they said they'd be despite that. overall a great experience and I would definitely fish with them again.

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Brett Cosby

4.7

Verified

mahi mahi

6 Hour Trip–Whales, Snorkel & Fish on November 5, 2025 • 6 adults

Great day on the water. This crew did everything possible to get us fish in the boat. their was no communication to us that the charter started at 7 am because the fish booker said 8 am. Once we did arrive, the captain and first mate were really awesome about the miscommunication. we fished they should us islands and rocks. it was very fun and beautiful. We then went to a private area to snorkle and swim with their floating pad. all in all, the crew, boat, and experience on the water were great. Once we went to pay, they were surprised about me using a card. Again, this is the biggest and most expensive boat in the marina to fish out of. Of course, i knew about the 4% and was going to give the crew a cash tip. We had to wait for the owner to come with the machine, which wasn't a problem. Then, when he charged us, he ended up charging us 4% and then an additional $54 because he said the change rate was different. Agian the crew and captian were awesome but the owner obviously didnt care. so we left paying a extra $54 just because. I have been o. nuch smaller boats and never had a problem with a credit card in this same marina. I also know it's not ideal but when you are the biggest most expensive foshing boat in the marina you have to know. Also the fact the owner over charged $54 and didnt care sucks.

Response from Captain

November 8, 2025

HOLA BRETT., THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING US, WE HOPE TO HAVE YOU AND YOUR FRIENDS ONBOARD AGAIN ON THE GRAN JEFE II. REGARDS. SORRY FOR THE INCONVENIENCE ABOUT THE CREDIT CARD BUT IT IS ANNOUNCED ON THE PLATFORM THAT THE BALABCE IS TO BE PAID IN CASH, I USUALLY DO IT IN CASH BECAUSE OF THE FEES AND MONEY EXCHANGE.

Shelli Lambert

5.0

Verified

Great Day on the Water

7 Hour – Deep Sea for 10 PPL MAX on January 10, 2026 • 8 adults

Even though we didn't catch any fish, its still better than a 20° day in ND! We had a beautiful day out on the water, we got to see a lot of dolphins, every time the captain would circle around and get us up close. Its not always about catching, its about spending time together and enjoying the beautiful ocean.

Curtis Honig

4.7

Verified

Ixtapa Deep Sea

7 Hour – Deep Sea for 10 PPL MAX on March 12, 2025 • 3 adults

Our trip started out very slow, but at no fault of the crew. The captain was always watching the water for birds and the deckhand was always trying different rigs. Things finally picked up in one area and we were getting hits and landed a really nice sailfish. Comfortable boat, great conversation with the deckhand. Always nice sharing fish pics with passionate fishermen. The location and pick up was convenient. The gear was good. I would fish with them again.

Response from Captain

March 14, 2025

PICTURE AND RELEASE !! THANKS CURTIS FOR YOUR COMMENTS AND WE WILL BE WAITING FOR YOU AGAIN.

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4 Hour Sunset Whale watching & Acts

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

4 Hour Trip

starts at 3:00 PM

US $590