Reel Hard Fishing Charter 

4.8
(13 reviews)
 Bulevar Gabriel Estrada 145, San Carlos, SO 85506, Mexico–

Reel Hard Fishing Charter 

San Carlos, SO, Mexico
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28 ft
6
4.8
(13 reviews)

If you plan on fishing in San Carlos, look no further than Reel Hard Fishing Charter. Your guides for the day are Captain Jesse (bilingual) and 1st mate Ramon, who have been fishing the sea of Cortez for over 20 years. Their experience will surely increase your odds of catching that trophy fish you have always dreamed of.

These waters are known for Bonito, Striped Marlin, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Yellowtail Amberjack, Mackerel, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi,Tuna, Grouper, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream. You can expect to do some spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Don't forget to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Your excursion begins aboard the Reel Hard, a 28' Albin Downeast that can carry up to 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures.

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

Some essentials to bring are sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, and sunglasses. Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks for you on board.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Reel Hard Fishing Charter!

If you plan on fishing in San Carlos, look no further than Reel Hard Fishing Charter. Your guides for the day are Captain Jesse (bilingual) and 1st mate Ramon, who have been fishing the sea of Cortez for over 20 years. Their experience will surely increase your odds of catching that trophy fish you have always dreamed of.

These waters are known for Bonito, Striped Marlin, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Yellowtail Amberjack, Mackerel, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi,Tuna, Grouper, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream. You can expect to do some spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Don't forget to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Your excursion begins aboard the Reel Hard, a 28' Albin Downeast that can carry up to 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures.

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

Some essentials to bring are sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, and sunglasses. Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks for you on board.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Reel Hard Fishing Charter!

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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 6:00 AM
Yellowtail Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Bonito
Triggerfish (Finescale)
+1
US $480
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 hour. 3/4 day
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Yellowtail Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Sailfish
+4
US $650
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 hour full day
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Yellowtail Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Sailfish
+4
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

4.8
13 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (17)

Reviews (13)

  • Charles Gray
    Charles Gray
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great 1/2 day trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on October 9, 2026 • 2 adults

    Francisco our Captain was great and ready to go pronto. This trip was my wife's first time in San Carlos. My goal was too get her on fish and catching which is what happened as soon as the lines were in the water. We got into a lot of Skip Jack's had a dozen or so very quickly. We were hoping for something else and change up to bottom fishing no luck. Went back to trolling and caught more Skip Jack closer the shore which was fine. I wasn't looking to bring home fish on this trip but keep hooking up on fish which was great for my wife who loves to fish. We would definitely recommend Reel Hard Charters again. We hope to come back for Yellow Tail in the early spring! Thank you again Reel Hard Charters!

  • Robert Chester
    Robert Chester
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Great trip

    8 hour full day on October 17, 2026 • 4 adults

    The captain Paco was really a good guy very informative and knew what he was doing. Been out fishing several times with captains they couldn't find fish and never caught a thing . We had one get away from us that was big and we brought another one home. Will definitely book again

  • Scott Harris
    Scott Harris
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great San Carlos Fishing Trip

    8 hour full day on August 21, 2026 • 2 adults

    The captain and crew did a phenomenal job finding us fish in some hot weather. The boat was in great shape and ready to roll each morning with no waiting. We are planning to head back down in the fall or spring and will use Reel Hard fishing charter again!

  • Ricky Alvarez
    Ricky Alvarez
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip

    8 hour full day on October 2, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain and hand were great. Would definitely go out this them again.

  • Carlos Rodriguez
    Carlos Rodriguez
    Repeat angler
    mx
    Chihuahua, Mexico
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    4.0
    Verified
    New

    Great fishing day!

    6 hour. 3/4 day on October 30, 2026 • 3 adults

    Awesome experience, crew was very nice.

  • Manuel Herrera Lasso
    Manuel Herrera Lasso
    mx
    Nuevo Leon, Mexico
    Member since 2025
    4.7
    Verified

    Excelente pesca

    6 hour. 3/4 day on December 29, 2025 • 5 adults

    Todo fue excelente , muy divertido para toda la familia. Un dia de mucha pesca.. Gracias

  • William Whitlock
    William Whitlock
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    10 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Crew,

    8 hour full day on September 5, 2026 • 2 adults

    Despite the heat Jesse got onto some fish and managed to keepnus cool

  • Justin Bajgrowicz
    Justin Bajgrowicz
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Liquid Assets Catches again

    8 hour full day on April 17, 2026 • 4 adults

    Our captain was great. He tried multiple types of Fishing to put meat on the deck. The weather was rough the first day, but the second day really paid off. We would come back and book again and go out with Captain.

  • Javier Zazueta
    Javier Zazueta
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Carlos

    8 hour full day on September 12, 2026 • 6 adults
  • Heriberto Lerma
    Heriberto Lerma
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Hard fishermen

    6 hour. 3/4 day on June 13, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

    We had a blue marlin bite and loss him. We continued to fish for another three hours with no luck. The Captain changed lures a few time until he found the right one and landed it! Nice Captain.

FAQs about Reel Hard Fishing Charter

Reel Hard Fishing Charter offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $480 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 6 hour. 3/4 day (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 8 hour full day (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Reel Hard Fishing Charter, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet New nclosed head in cabin.
  • GPS Lowrance LCX-111C HD
  • Fishfinder Lowrance LCX-111C HD
  • Bed
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system New 2024 bluetooth premium sound system.
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box
  • Radar Furuno
Trips booked with Reel Hard Fishing Charter include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (New Quality Shimano/Penn equipment.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and filleting fish is included. You keep what you catch!)
  • Drinks
  • First mate
Reel Hard Fishing Charter offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Depending on conditions and type of fish we are targeting is where we would travel.)
Reel Hard Fishing Charter offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Reel Hard Fishing Charter include:
  • Grouper (Spotted)
  • Tuna (Bigeye)

Your operator

Reel Hard Fishing Carter
Reel Hard Fishing Carter
San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico
6 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
13 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2023
Capt. Jesse and Paco runs trips out of San Carlos aboard a 28' Albin Downeast. These waters are known for Marlin and Mahi Mahi and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're trolling or jigging. With years of experience, he has a trick or two up their sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!
Our Team
Jesus “Jesse” H.
Jesus “Jesse” H.
Captain
Ramon (Monchi) T.
Ramon (Monchi) T.
First mate
Reel Hard Fishing Carter
Reel Hard Fishing Carter
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Capt. Jesse and Paco runs trips out of San Carlos aboard a 28' Albin Downeast. These waters are known for Marlin and Mahi Mahi and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're trolling or jigging. With years of experience, he has a trick or two up their sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!
The crew
Jesus “Jesse” H.
Jesus “Jesse” H.
Captain
Ramon (Monchi) T.
Ramon (Monchi) T.
First mate

The fish you can target

Spotted Grouper
Spotted Grouper
Bigeye Tuna
Bigeye Tuna
Spotted Grouper
Spotted Grouper
Bigeye Tuna
Bigeye Tuna

Real catches by this captain

  • Two adult anglers display a large sailfish at a marina dock, with yachts and waterfront scenery in the background.
    Fish 1
    Striped Marlin
    Carlos R.
    Carlos R.
    Awesome experience, crew was very nice.
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large sailfish aboard an offshore sportfishing boat, with deep blue water and rocky coastline in the background.
    Fish 1
    Sailfish
    Robert C.
    Robert C.
    The captain Paco was really a good guy very informative and knew what he was doing. Been out fishing several times with captains they couldn't find fish and never caught a thing . We had one get away from us that was big and we brought another one home. Will definitely book again
  • Angler holding a tuna-like fish beside a trolling rod on a boat near rugged coastal rock formations.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Charles G.
    Charles G.
    Francisco our Captain was great and ready to go pronto. This trip was my wife's first time in San Carlos. My goal was too get her on fish and catching which is what happened as soon as the lines were in the water. We got into a lot of Skip Jack's had a dozen or so very quickly. We were hoping for something else and change up to bottom fishing no luck. Went back to trolling and caught more Skip Jack closer the shore which was fine. I wasn't looking to bring home fish on this trip but keep hooking up on fish which was great for my wife who loves to fish. We would definitely recommend Reel Hard Charters again. We hope to come back for Yellow Tail in the early spring! Thank you again Reel Hard Charters!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Yellowtail while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Ricky A.
    Ricky A.
    Captain and hand were great. Would definitely go out this them again.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Sailfish aboard a fishing boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Sailfish
    Javier Z.
    Javier Z.
  • Angler proudly holding a large red snapper aboard a fishing boat offshore, with open ocean and a measuring cooler visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Red Snapper
    Scott H.
    Scott H.
    The captain and crew did a phenomenal job finding us fish in some hot weather. The boat was in great shape and ready to roll each morning with no waiting. We are planning to head back down in the fall or spring and will use Reel Hard fishing charter again!
  • A variety of fish neatly laid out on the deck of a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Manuel H.
    Manuel H.
    Todo fue excelente , muy divertido para toda la familia. Un dia de mucha pesca.. Gracias
  • Angler proudly displaying a vibrant Red Snapper against a stunning ocean backdrop during a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Red Snapper
    Beautiful day out at the san pedro island. Morning was action packed getting tight on 3 above average yellowtail (Jurel). Things slowed down for a couple of hours. But activity came back strong, landing a decent red snapper and two more Yellowtail. A couple of calico bass kept us busy. Hooked up a big fish either a big Cabrilla or a broomtail grouper, we could not tell and unfortunatly lost the fish. Nomad dtx minnows and nomad squidtrex were working hard. We trolled, speed vertical jigged and tossed the surface irons. Great day over all. Come join us in awesome San Carlos, Sonora. Fish with Reel Hard fishing charters.
  • Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of Yellowtail at the dock, showcasing a successful day of fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Have been out fishing 2-3 days a week, and results have been great 6-12yellowtail on 3/4-full day trips. Yellowtail have been finicky on the vertical jigs, but very responsive to the deep divers. (Rapala 40 MAG, Nomad DTX 200) met some great people from several US **hidden content** CA, AZ, WA, NM. Come get your yellowtail while season is full blast. Tight lines, see you in beautifull San Carlos, Sonora.
  • A scenic view of a road at sunset, with distant mountains and streetlights illuminating the path.
    Fish 1
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    8 hour trip to San Pedro Island was action packed! Awesome group of guys from northern California having a blast fishing the sea of cortez. Yellowatial was the name of the game this time, and the Nomad DTX minnow 200’s were putting in work. Jigging was not very efective, but captain Jesse said we are going backnto trolling the plugs. That was dor sure the right call. Total of 15+ lb fish and very happy customers.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
1997
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Albin
Boat type
Downeast
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 370HP
Max cruising speed
24 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
New nclosed head in cabin.
GPS
Lowrance LCX-111C HD
Fishfinder
Lowrance LCX-111C HD
Bed
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
New 2024 bluetooth premium sound system.
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Ice box
Radar
Furuno
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
New Quality Shimano/Penn equipment.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and filleting fish is included. You keep what you catch!
Drinks
First mate

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
Under adult supervision.
You keep catch
Fish cleaning included
Catch and release allowed

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
 PayPal
 Bank transfer

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