PV Hook Up - Macarela
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PV Hook Up - Macarela

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Los Peines Pier
Puerto Vallarta JA, Mexico

Macarela is a 38’ custom Sportfisher operated by PV Hook Up Sportfishing Charters. Powered by brand new twin 315HP Cummins engines, this boat can accommodate up to 8 people. On board, you will find ample room for up to eight people to relax, along with a private bathroom as well as a bedroom below.

For fishing, the boat is equipped with 12 Shimano rods and reels that are rigged with fluorocarbon line. There are tuna tubes, outriggers and downriggers on board, as well as a live bait tank. A new fighting chair can also be found among the vessel’s fishing amenities. As for navigation, the Macarela is equipped with a standard range of marine electronics, including GPS, Fishfinder, radar as well as radio. 

The PV Hook Up team offer both bay and offshore fishing trips, depending on how much time you have on your hands. 4 and 6 hour trips give you plenty of time for some solid action inside the bay, whereas starting with an 8 hour trip, you can have enough time to venture far offshore in search of Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, Dorado, Wahoo, and many other coveted big game species frequenting these waters.

Trips to all 3 of Puerto Vallarta’s famous fishing spots can be arranged - El Morro, Corbetena and El Banco are all accessible aboard the Macarela. All of these destinations have been associated with some of the best deep sea fishing around, year after year.

Unlike many other charters, when you fish with PV Hook up you can use both lures and live bait at no extra cost, and fishing licenses are supplied at no additional charge. There will also be a cooler filled with ice at your disposal.

If you would like to order food, PV Hook Up can offer lunch boxes at $14 USD per person. These must be pre-ordered at least 72 hrs prior to the charter. Lunches include soda, bottled water, a pastry, sandwich, chips, and granola bar. Extra drinks are available on request, and must also be booked at least 72 hours before the trip departs.

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

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip - 35-50 Miles Offshore
      FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    12 hours trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US$ 1150
    up to 8 persons
    Fishing 36-50 miles offshore at Corbetena or El Banco for big Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, and more.
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip - 22-36 Miles Offshore
      FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    10 hours trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US$ 950
    up to 8 persons
    Fishing offshore 22- 36 miles for big game fish such as Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi and more.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip - 18-22 Miles Offshore
      FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    8 hours trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US$ 800
    up to 8 persons
    Fishing at El Moro, about 18-22 miles offshore, for Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Wahoo, and more.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip - Bay
      FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    6 hours trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US$ 700
    up to 8 persons
    Fishing inside the bay for smaller game fish like Jack Crevalle, Bonito, Roosterfish, and more, depending on the season. You will also be able to make use of the boat's snorkeling gear if you want to get into the water and explore this tropical paradise.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip - Bay (AM)
      FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 hours trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US$ 570
    up to 8 persons
    Spend the morning fishing inshore for Jack Crevalle, Roosterfish, and more. The boat also comes with snorkeling gear if you want to take a dip in ocean.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip - Bay (PM)
      FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 hours trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US$ 570
    up to 8 persons
    Get out on the water for an afternoon of fun, fishing the Banderas Bay for Jack Crevalle, Roosterfish, and more, as well as snorkeling for extra fun! Please note that live bait may not be available on afternoon trips.
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About this listing

Targeted Species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Roosterfish
Sailfish

Tuna (Yellowfin)
Wahoo

Boat Specs

Custom built boat (Offshore sport fishing) originally built in 1998, and restored in 2011. Powered by 2 315HP Cummins engines.

Length
38 ft
Capacity
8 persons

Types of Fishing

Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing Techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Life Jackets
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well
Kitchen
Multimedia System
Outriggers
Tuna Tubes
Ice Box
Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Life Jackets
Fishfinder
Bed

Trip Includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Fishing License Included

Policies

FREE Cancellation
You can cancel or change your booking free of charge up to 30 days before the trip date.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 15% deposit
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
Pay remaining balance to captain
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
PayPal

About the Charter Operator

PV Hook Up
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
Member since January 2014
Angler's Choice
14
Reviews
6
Reports
PV Hook Up is a leading operator of sportfishing charters in Puerto Vallarta. Founded back in 1996 by a group of amigos, its mission is to give everyone who visits Puerto Vallarta a bilingual fishing hook up and the same wonderful experience these friends had when they first arrived in this paradise. With the best gear money can buy and a collection of the best captains in Puerto Vallarta, this is the largest fleet of fishing vessels in the local area and is one that is bound to give you lasting memories.
Response time: 1 hour
Response rate: 97%

Puerto Vallarta Fishing Calendar

Customer Reviews

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4.37 out of 5 stars from 9 reviews

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6 hour trip

Boat clean and in good repair. Crew friendly and knowledgeable. Boat handling very good for 38’. 5 mackerel in30 minutes. Nothing after. Sail lounging at surface. Tried casting but no interest in bait. Couple of quick strikes on poles but fish did not match on. Couple of skip jack schools but no bites. I think we were hungrier than the fish.

Fished February 7, 2017
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Fishing with Captain Cesar

We boarded early and set out immediately to fish. They say it is best early. We pulled in 10 Mackerels, and all four of us caught and reeled
The most exciting thing to happen were the large school of porpoise and the closeness Captain Cesar was to them as they played.
Then, whales came up right by the boat, and put on a great show for us.
The whole Trip was a very good event.

Fished January 8, 2017
PV Hook Up (The Captain)
Replied to this review on January 15, 2017

Thanks for the great review and for fishing with the PV Hook Up.

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Bring your own food & cooler

The trip was okay, friendly staff but having to bring your own food was a pain. All of our family got sick but that’s not anyone’s fault.

Fished December 29, 2016
PV Hook Up (The Captain)
Replied to this review on January 15, 2017

Thanks for taking the time to review our fishing charter. Yes food and drinks are not included in charter price but can be provided if requested 72 hrs before your charter. A cooler with ice is always on the boat and included in charter price.
thanks again for fishing with the PV Hook Up.

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