Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook 

4.7/5 (29 reviews)
 14 Cenzontle, Cancún, QR 77500, Mexico
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Fishing Boats Cancun invites you for a premium fishing time in Mexico. Chase prized species, enjoy the beautiful sights, and make lifetime memories. The crew will meet you in Cancún, Quintana Roo and set you up for a trip to the area’s inshore, nearshore, as well as offshore spots. When aboard with Fishing Boats Cancun, you’re guaranteed a safe, comfortable, and fun-packed time on the water. Pick a day that suits you and have an unforgettable experience fishing in Mexico!

The boat you’ll be using is a well-equipped 33’ Rampage flybridge restored in 2020. It can fit up to 8 guests, runs on twin 440 HP Yanmar Inshore engines, and uses full-featured navigation electronics. The boat’s extensive fishing gear includes a fighting chair, snorkeling equipment, outriggers, downriggers, tuna tubes, and a live well.

You can use the boat’s flybridge, portable toilet, shower, as well as bed. There’s also a multimedia system for an even more enjoyable experience and an ice box for storing drinks.

You and the crew will be bottom fishing, deep sea fishing, and trolling for Red Emperor Snapper, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, White Marlin, and other top-class species. You’re free to keep your catch or release it, whatever suits you the best. The boat is kids-friendly meaning that your whole family can have a wonderful time together in nature.

The captain covers you for all the fishing gear, lures, live bait, licenses, drinks, and even catch cleaning. Bring any food you like before you depart and you’ll be set for the adventure.

Spend a day on the water with Fishing Boats Cancun and have an unforgettable time in Mexico!

Fishing Boats In Cancun

Charter Operator

Fishing Boats In Cancun

15 years of experience
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Snorkeling Equipment
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Fighting Chair

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Half Day Trip (AM)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 8 people
US $697 
Half Day Trip (PM)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Price for up to 8 people
US $697 
6 Hour Trip (AM) Offshore Fishing
Low rate deposit non-refundable
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 8 people
US $819 
8 Hour Trip (AM) Offshore Fishing
Low rate deposit non-refundable
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 8 people
US $937 

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.7/5
out of 5 stars from 29 reviews
Boat
4.5/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (69)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

89%

Appropriate for children

76%

Friendly captain

94%

Satisfied with the boat

94%

Recommend this charter

90%

Caught fish

93%

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Lena H.
Lena H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Wonderful day of fishing

VERIFIED

8 Hour Trip (AM) Offshore Fishing on December 18, 2024

Great day! My husband caught a lot of fish, and I was able to a short nap in the cabin. After they made fresh ceviche! Best I have ever had! Thanks for a wonderful day!

Great day! My husband caught a lot of fish, and I was able to a short nap in the cabin. After they made fresh ceviche! Best I have ever had! Thanks for a wonderful day!  

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 Lena H. recommends Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook

Cas D.
Cas D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Outstanding day on the water

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip (AM) Offshore Fishing on November 8, 2024

I highly recommend Big Hook for fishing when visiting Cancun. Great captain and crew. We were catching fish the entire trip

I highly recommend Big Hook for fishing when visiting Cancun. Great captain and crew. We were catching fish the entire trip  

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 Cas D. recommends Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook
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Fishing Boats In Cancun (The Charter Operator)
Replied on November 10, 2024
Thank you Cas for choosing us ! And we are glad you had a great fishing day with us !
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Bill M.
Bill M.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

My first ever review I’ve wrote and I’m 41

VERIFIED

8 Hour Trip (AM) Offshore Fishing on February 9, 2024

Great crew, easy set up we did it the night before,so short notice. Super friendly and welcoming to me and my 3 kiddos. They service was so good that every time I went to grab a beer they would jump up and get one and open it for me!! After all that the captain started the fishing and right away he knew it wasn’t working for the day next thing I know it was barracuda like 50” plus ones one kido got a blister from reeling so much lol. Then out to sword fish where we cought a lot of Bonita. Then 4 sword fish (2 we kept) catch and release on other. It’s my 3rd trip in Mexico and definitely the best experience so far. (Bill from northern Idaho)

Great crew, easy set up we did it the night before,so short notice. Super friendly and welcoming to me and my 3 kiddos. They service was so good that every time I went to grab a beer they would jump up and get one and open it for me!! After all that the captain started the fishing and right away he knew it wasn’t working for the day next thing I know it was barracuda like 50” plus ones one kido got a blister from reeling so much lol. Then out to sword fish where we cought a lot of Bonita. Then...  

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 Bill M. recommends Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook

Candice S.
Candice S.
4.3/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

4.0/5

Overall

Great crew

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip (AM) Offshore Fishing on August 9, 2024

Very nice crew and they tried extra hard to help us catch some

Very nice crew and they tried extra hard to help us catch some  

 Candice S. recommends Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook

Henry B.
Henry B.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fantastic introduction to Cancun's Offshore Fishing! Big Fish on Big Hook!

VERIFIED

8 Hour Trip (AM) Offshore Fishing on April 5, 2023

You can read a longer review below, but if you just want the highlights, I'd summarize this as the best fishing value in Cancun. Price (In USD Cash) was great, location next to the Hotel Zone is unbeatable. Captain Filipe and his crew worked HARD (VERY HARD) to keep us catching fish. We ended up with 11 big fish including a Red Snapper, 3+-foot Barracuda, and 9 Amberjack 40lbs+. This is not a cruising boat- it is a sport fisher, and ~4 people will have the best time if they are ready to work for it. Long Story: I booked an 8hr trip with Captain Filipe and the Big Hook for my 14 year old son and I. Attending us for the ride were two mates, Mel and Juan. This boat is docked right on the north side of the Hotel Zone, 10 minutes (max) from my hotel. This is fantastic, as so many of the other bookable boats are nearly a half hour away, for the same or more price! The crew was waiting for us and ready when we arrived at 6:50am. Before starting, Capt Filipe warned me that it was going to be pretty rough weather- with ~5 foot waves. I appreciated him giving me the option to reschedule here, but this was really the only day that would work, so we carried on. I paid up and we were on our way. A note here is that the booking agency prefers USD Cash for their payment. It was definitely rough weather. We never felt unsafe, but you had to be very careful not to fall as the boat rolled about, and my son ended up sea sick (he's a trooper and was fighting fish moments after giving them his breakfast). But we pushed through and spent about an hour getting offshore, diverting to catch "live bait" along the way. (As a stream fisherman, 10 inch bonito and tuna don't feel like bait to me, but your mileage may vary.) I cannot over state just how hard Mel, Juan and even Capt Felipe were working to get us fish. I have had great experiences with previous crews, but never have I seen guys just constantly working. We would troll to a location then drop for some bottom fishing, fight in some fish, then move to the next location- trolling along the way. Each phase, Mel and Juan were resetting poles, trolling, deep trolling, pulling in the trolling gear and getting the live bait ready for bottom fishing. It was clear that their sole purpose was to get as many hooks in the water at all times. The only times they stopped, it was to ask if my son or I wanted a drink. Captain Filipe knows how to get you on the fish. Other than catching a bunch of mackerel, bonito and other smaller fish as bait, the first major catch was a MONSTER barracuda. Feeling that guy take my hook and run to the bottom of the ocean was crazy, and fighting him all the way back alone would have been a successful trip for me. But then we hauled up 9 more monster Amberjack. These aren't called "Reef Donkeys" for nothing. These stubborn guys sat like rocks, and pulling them in was 7 to 10 minutes at a time (though I am no expert, so your mileage may vary). The final catch before heading back was a red snapper that had a totally different fight to it. When we got back, the agency met us, and made sure we had a cab ride back to the resort. Overall, this trip was amazing. I think a party of ~4 would be happy. Much larger, and I think you would be lacking for seating space and getting in the way of the crew as they reset. Make sure to bring food. In previous trips, crew gave us snacks like ceviche or guacamole. Big Hook does not (and probably for the best, since they are working on gear, not the galley). Again, bringing USD Cash is probably the easiest way to pay- especially if you are booking with USD. Big Hook is not the biggest and fanciest boat in Cancun. But it is hands down the hardest working value in the area, as is its crew.

You can read a longer review below, but if you just want the highlights, I'd summarize this as the best fishing value in Cancun. Price (In USD Cash) was great, location next to the Hotel Zone is unbeatable. Captain Filipe and his crew worked HARD (VERY HARD) to keep us catching fish. We ended up with 11 big fish including a Red Snapper, 3+-foot Barracuda, and 9 Amberjack 40lbs+. This is not a cruising boat- it is a sport fisher, and ~4 people will have the best time if they are ready to work...  

 Henry B. recommends Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook
Fishing Boats In Cancun
Fishing Boats In Cancun (The Charter Operator)
Replied on April 28, 2023
So good you enjoyed your trip! Thank you so much for your words

FAQs about Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook

What are the trip rates for Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook?

Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $697 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $697 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $819 per group - 6 Hour Trip (AM) Offshore Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $937 per group - 8 Hour Trip (AM) Offshore Fishing (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook?

When you book a trip with Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook?

Trips booked with Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License
What types of fishing does Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook offer?

Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
What fishing techniques does Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook offer?

Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook?

Top targeted fish species with Fishing Boats In Cancun – Big Hook include:

  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Jack (African Pompano)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Red Emperor)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Fishing Boats In Cancun

Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico

2 Fishing Reports
74 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2018

Fishing Boats In Cancun is run by 3 dedicated sport fishers and brothers, Milo, Miguel, and Jorge. With many years of experience on the water, from the management to the captains, they're best placed to look after your needs. Passionate about passing on their skills to the next generation, the team is dedicated to making sure you have an unforgettable experience.

Our Team
Martin G.

Martin G.

Captain

Ismael M.

Ismael M.

Business associate

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Skipjack
Skipjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
African Pompano Jack
African Pompano Jack
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Red Emperor Snapper
Red Emperor Snapper
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
8 persons
Boat length
33 ft
Year built
1989
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Rampage
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Yanmar
Powered by
2 x 440HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet

Fighting Chair

GPS

Fishfinder

Bed

Flybridge

Snorkeling Equipment

Live Bait Well

Multimedia System

Outriggers

Tuna Tubes

Ice Box

Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Drinks

First Mate

Fishing License

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

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

You Keep Catch

Crew Keeps Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

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:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Cancún right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
BonitoBonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (White)Marlin (White)
SailfishSailfish
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
WahooWahoo